Words by Staff Writer
We have to admit, it’s pretty damn beautiful if you can get visions of Chopper Read’s ear being cut off out of your head.
The Interlude is the new luxury hotel in Pentridge Prison with suites and experiences ranging from $499 to $1,099 per night. It’s the latest in a huge range of redevelopment at the historic Coburg site, which also include a brewery and a cinema.
Purchased by the Shayher Group in 2013, in a derelict state, the depth of the site’s cultural significance has guided its redevelopment. The Interlude, in many ways, is the highlight of these rejuvenations (although not without controversy) and offers an array of luxurious rituals and refreshments along with two curated wellness and wine experiences.
Pentridge Prison to The Interlude
The cheapest suite experience, at $499, will nab you:
- A Time Travel with Wine Tasting experience featuring a selection of five carefully chosen drops, hosted by an award-winning Olivine Wine Bar Sommelier.
- A 1-hour private experience in The Relaxation Pool, a therapeutic subterranean haven inclusive of arrival sparkling wine and wellness platter
- Bespoke stay itinerary curated ahead of your arrival
- Welcome drink served on arrival by your dedicated retreat host
- Signature In-Room welcome gift and $30 Minibar credit
While the most expensive offering on their website, the Time Between Moments Package, offers people the opportunity to indulge in a stay at The Interlude with the full selection of hosted signature experiences available to choose from and dinner at hatted restaurant, North&COMMON, breakfast, luxurious rituals, and refreshments included. Your retreat will include…
- A four-course dinner for two at Hatted dining destination, North&COMMON
- Guided Story of Place Welcome including a glass of wine and cheese platter to share along with the interesting and intriguing history of Pentridge.
- Daily Breakfast served in Olivine and The Interlude’s exquisite atrium
- Bespoke stay itinerary curated ahead of your arrival
- Welcome drink served on arrival by your dedicated retreat host
- Signature In-Room welcome gift and $30 Minibar credit
Plus, two of the following options:
- A Time Travel with Wine Tasting experience featuring a selection of five carefully chosen drops, hosted by an award-winning Olivine Wine Bar Sommelier.
- A 1-hour private experience in The Relaxation Pool, a therapeutic subterranean haven inclusive of arrival sparkling wine and wellness platter
- Hosted 45 minute Blends with Benefits tea blending masterclass
- Art of Stillness Charcoal drawing experience and tour of The Interlude’s local art collection
That all comes to a grand total of $1,099 if you choose to stay at The Interlude Sanctuary Suite. Judging by the booking availabilities, we’d say it’s proving pretty damn popular as well.
Check it all out for yourself here.