Australian Traveller

URBAN FABRIC

BEFORE I EVEN ARRIVE at The Motley Hotel, I know it’s close to the MCG and has a rooftop bar with views over Richmond. But what I am unprepared for is the glamorous entrance and striking fashion portraits of artist Mohammadreza Rezania lining the foyer; someone here appreciates fine art photography.

I’ve booked myself into Mary’s Room – and I can say with certainty there’s not a hotel room like this in

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