The Harrison

This lovely old building oozes history and couldn’t be in a better spot close to the Botanic Gardens, the Lyric Theatre and many other cultural delights. Everything is a walk or bus ride away and you’ll mainly be out exploring the city – fabulous Melanie is a mine of information and can help you plan trips and book tickets.

The breakfast room, with wide bay windows, antiques and plush curtains, doubles as a living room. It’s all very relaxed in the morning; order the night before for delivery to your room or nip down, help yourself and take a tray back to bed. It’s a continental spread of muesli, fresh fruits, meats and cheeses, pastries, pancakes, good coffee. In the evening sip a cocktail at the bar before strolling out to dinner.

Bedrooms are a bohemian delight, filled with art, high ceilings, lovely windows, bathrobes, the story behind its name. Expect gleaming en suite shower rooms, a few freestanding tubs and style galore.