Melbourne’s obsession with rooftops – rooftop bars, rooftop dining, rooftop cinema – is pushed to an unconventional new level at this out-of-the-box glamping hotel. Located three storeys up next to Melbourne Central’s big glass cone, St.Jerome’s — The Hotel introduced a brand new experience to glamping - snoozing in a jungle of city lights and dizzying towers.
St.Jerome’s — The Hotel was a luxury campground on the top of Melbourne CBD, complete with plush AstroTurf, a potted forest, its own bar, and stunning views. With 25 standard “rooms” and 5 “suites” were set up on the expanse, which founder Jerome Borazio reckons is about the size of a suburban footy field.
But these were no ordinary tents. Borazio has entrusted the interior fit-outs to his long-time friend, Deon St. Mor, the founder of MOR Cosmetics and a former industrial designer, who furnished the Homecamp Simpson bell tents with cosy lush pillows, urban jungle decor and mood lighting to heighten the experience. A one night stay will start from $300 a night and include breakfast from chef Jeremy Raven, 24-hour concierge services, morning tai chi and meditation classes, and access to chauffeured cars.
Originally planned as a pop-up, St. Jerome's — The Hotel surpassed it's initial three-month run and ranked #2 for hotel stays in Melbourne by Tripadvisor. Features in TimeOut Magazine, Qantas Inflight Magazine, Australian Financial Review, The Guardian and in 2017's Australian Open Tennis TVC campaign added to the hype.
Having created an immersive experience at the intersection of the great outdoors and the glamorous nightlife, there is no question how St.Jerome’s — The Hotel made it’s mark and revolutionised the concept of glamping for Victorians.
