The best places to stay in Perth

Perth can claim many things – its sunniest capital supremacy over Australian cities, 19 pristine beaches, unique natural beauty spots and a thriving restaurant and bar scene. After a day of coastal play, rest up at myriad accommodation options in the west coast capital to satisfy all budgets and moods. From riverside retreats to eerie prison stays, each provides memorable pillow talk.

The Adnate Perth

Art lovers will appreciate Adante Perth.

Perfect for: art aficionados, couples, city slickers, business travellers, digital nomads
Conveniently located in Perth’s CBD is the urban oasis, The Adnate Perth. It’s one for art aficionados and boujee travellers, with the trendy 250-room hotel boasting over 650 Giclée prints of renowned street artist Matt Adnate The hotel’s masterpiece is the hard-to-miss mega mural on its exterior. Other spectacles include the hotel’s stunning podium pool hovering over Hay Street happenings, complemented with art deco trimmings perfected for lively happy hours. We recommend sticking around for dinner, too.
From $239 per night. 900 Hay Street Perth, 6000. Phone: [phone]. See artserieshotels.com.au/adnate

Discovery Rottnest Island

Eco-glamping at Discovery Rottnest.

Perfect for: outdoor buffs, couples, families, sightseers
Perth’s favourite island playground lures daytrippers for its mostly untamed wilderness and permanently smiling residents (and selfie stars), quokkas. If you are keen to linger longer in the wild, stay at Discovery Parks, Rottnest Island. Nestled between Pinkys Beach and striking Bathurst Lighthouse, it offers beachside eco-glamping tents with various comfort levels suited to families and couples. Just a word of caution: you may receive unexpected but cute guests on your doorstep – of course, we are talking about quokkas. Quick, take a selfie!
From $399 per night. Strue Rd, Rottnest Island, 6161. Phone: [phone]. See discoveryparks.com.au

TRIBE Perth Kings Park

Perfect for: couples, city slickers, outdoor buffs, business travellers, digital nomads
Be between the bustle of the city and walkabouts in nature with a stay at TRIBE. The hotel prides itself on being edgy – apart from fringing the CBD – kitsch and full of glam. Digital nomads would probably find it hard to leave the lobby with its luxe lounge room feels. Besides its cosy yet modern rooms, the hotel also offers bike hire to make the most of its scenic neighbourhood – Hello Kings Park!
From $209 per night. 4 Walker Avenue Perth, 6005. Phone: [phone]. See all.accor.com

Novotel Perth Murray Street

Perfect for: families, couples, city slickers, business travellers, entertainment junkies
The newly minted Novotel Perth Murray Street is in prime locale along one of Perth’s main thoroughfares. Suited for families, the hotel offers 481 rooms with Westralia-inspired wallpaper and modern comforts. Its 12-floor outdoor swimming pool is perfect for retreating from the bustle below. The hotel’s eatery darling is the contemporary Asian restaurant, Miss Mi, wooing punters with moreish plates and cocktails. Do yourself a favour, order the Miss Mi Martini and watch the magic happen.
From $218 per night. 388 Murray Street Perth, 6000. Phone: [phone]. See all.accor.com

YHA Fremantle Prison

Perfect for: solo travellers, flashpackers, spook-seekers, history buffs
Have a spooky sleepover at YHA Fremantle Prison. The convict-built Fremantle Prison is one of Perth’s top tourist sites. But besides wandering 19th-century prison blocks on a guided tour, you can call the UNESCO World Heritage-listed prison home for the night. Parts of the former women’s prison have been converted to budget yet novel accommodation. Choose to slumber in shared dorms in former jail cells or face imposing quarried limestone prison walls in purpose-built private accommodation. Take note of the hostel’s spine-tingling rules at reception: “If you see a ghost, notify reception immediately.” Dare to dream…
From $40 per night. 6A The Terrace, Fremantle 6160. Phone: [phone]. See yha.com.au

COMO The Treasury

COMO The Treasury in the historic State Buildings.Credit: Martin Morrell

Perfect for: Spurling couples and families, high-end business travellers, fine diners, history buffs
If you want to go large in Perth, arrive in style at COMO The Treasury in the historic State Buildings. Perth’s point zero/city centre is home to 48 contemporary-style rooms with mostly Italian furnishings – leather, marble and stone. Within the beautifully restored 19th-century buildings are five bars, four restaurants, including the award-winning Wildflower, perched atop the architectural marvel and ten retailers for an immersive experience.
From $765 per night. 1 Cathedral Avenue, Perth 6000. Phone: [phone]. See comohotels.com

QT Perth

Ultra-trendy QT Perth.

Perfect for: City slickers, rock and rollers, couples, the cool crowd, entertainment junkies
Get ready to rethink your home décor with a stay at QT Perth. The ultra-trendy hotel intertwines sophistication and industrial chic; kudos to contemporary designers Nic Graham and Shelley Indyk. The reception area and no-expense-spared-for-all-the-trimmings rooms are eye-catching – who knew colourful cockatoo wallpaper could look so good? Another attention grabber is Rooftop at QT – undoubtedly the city’s most fabulous rooftop bar. Cheers to that.
From $305 per night. 133 Murray Street, Perth 6000. Phone: [phone]. See qthotels.com

Warders Hotel

Perfect for: Couples, history buffs, sightseers, the cool crowd
Into digs that are off-beat and full of charm? Head to the historic Warders Hotel. Revamped 19th-century-built cottages that were once warders’ homes for nearby Fremantle Prison make up this boutique hotel. Other areas of the heritage building brilliantly converted include hole-in-the-wall bar apertivo bar Gimlet, and hidden courtyard modern Asian eatery Emily Taylor. Have Fremantle’s quirky characters, colour and eclectic culture on your doorstep with the hotel neighbouring vibrant Fremantle Markets and people-pleaser (and wallet-friendly) Old Shanghai food hall across the road.
From $314 per night. 19 Henderson Street, Fremantle 6160 Phone: [phone]. See wardershotel.com.au

Alex Hotel

Perfect for: Couples, the cool crowd, digital nomads
Mix in with the hoi polloi at The Alex. The boutique hotel is on the fringe of Perth’s Cultural Centre and a short stroll to the CBD. Its communal area and rooms take cues from elegant yet minimalist European design. Lounge on its rooftop terrace, treating yourself to delights from the hotel’s Italian restaurant, Shadow Wine Bar (attached next door) while taking in the skyline view. Work off the excess with complimentary bike hire to get to know your new neighbourhood and beyond.
From $243 per night. 50 James Street, Perth 6000. Phone: [phone]. See alexhotel.com.au

The Ritz-Carlton, Perth

The Songbird Bar at the Ritz-Carlton.

Perfect for: Splurging couples, high-end business travellers, fine diners
Enter the pleasure state at Ritz-Carlton, Perth. The swanky riverside hotel overlooks the Swan River, the city, and parklands within the entertainment precinct Elizabeth Quay. Its sublime views aren’t the only thing that pulls indulgent types; swim with outstanding views in the dreamy infinity pool or wine and dine at the celebrated Hearth Restaurant and Songbird Bar & Lounge. And when you finally need to enter that state of bliss, head to the waterfront wellness spa to connect to self and nature.
From $803 per night. 1 Barrack Street, Perth 6000. Phone: [phone]. See ritzcarlton.com

Seashells Scarborough

Perfect for: Couples, families, outdoor lovers, entertainment junkies
Make the most of Perth’s beach culture and glorious ocean sunsets at Seashells Scarborough. Soak in the buzzing atmosphere of Perth’s much-loved coastal playground just moments from your two or three-bedroom oceanview apartment. It’s perfect for families who yearn for a seachange with minimal effort required for entertaining. Beachside bars, restaurants and café are a short stroll away, as well as a skatepark, marine-themed playground and sunset street markets in summer. Life by the Indian Ocean – too easy.
From $305 per night. 178 The Esplanade, Scarborough 6019. Phone: [phone]. See seashells.com.au

Crown Towers Perth

Razzamatazz: Crown Towers Perth.

Perfect for: Splurging couples and families, entertainment junkies, high-end business travellers
Those chasing a holiday full of razzamatazz should look no further than Crown Towers. Perth’s legendary entertainment precinct is home to the State’s only casino alongside a theatre, nightclub, and a wealth of food and beverage outlets. The 22-storey hotel boasts luxe rooms, some of which boast a roomy bath with a TV, sleek décor and first-rate amenities. (We recommend a city view room for the extra wow factor of the city skyline, Optus Stadium and Matagarup Bridge at night). With its Vegas-style multi-tiered pool, the hotel is the epitome of a gold-class getaway – potential celeb-spotting included.
From $369 per night. Great Eastern Hwy, Burswood 6100. Phone: [phone]. See crownhotels.com.au