Prince Albert Hotel

The Prince Albert Hotel is of local historic, aesthetic and social significance to the City of Hobsons Bay.

Historically, it is significant as an illustration of the far reaching influence of the Licenses Reduction Board, which was established in 1906, which led to the construction of new hotels to meet improved standards and consequently an increased level hotel ownership by major breweries. It is also significant for its associations with noted hotel architect, Robert Haddon. (AHC criteria A4 and H1)

Aesthetically, it is significant as a highly successful and original design prominent amongst the corner hotel form-type, which dominates the perception of early twentieth century hotels in Victoria. Situated on a prominent corner site, it makes an important contribution to the historic commercial streetscape within this part of Douglas Parade. (AHC criteria E1 and F1)

Socially, it illustrates the important role of hotels as community meeting places during the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. (AHC criterion G1)

Note: Included on the Victorian Heritage Register as VHR H1793.

Group

Commercial

Category

Hotel