Perth, the capital of Western Australia, is located where the Swan River and Southwest Coast meet. The city has hot and dry summers, and cool, occasionally wet winters. Highlights of the city include sandy beaches, riverside parks, and attractions like the Botanic Garden on Mount Eliza and The Perth Cultural Centre.
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Address: 27 Rowe Avenue, Rivervale, 6103 Perth, Australia
Rates from: $125 per night
Aloft Perth is the brand’s first location in Australia. It has a youthful energy to it — feeling urban, clean, and spacious. It’s located in Springs Rivervale, set on the Swan River — meaning ample outdoorsy opportunities to walk, cycle, and enjoy the fresh air. Guest rooms are vibrant and feature amenities like air conditioning, and a flat-screen TV, and some rooms boast views over the Swan River.
Work out at the on-site fitness center, called Re:charge — or take a dip in the Splash Pool. The on-site restaurant, Springs Kitchen serves a variety of bites — and W XYZ bar and Re:mix Lounge are great places to grab a drink and socialize.
This property can be a great place to host a meeting or event, as the Rooftop Ballroom and Terrace area boasts amazing views of the river.
Address: 207 Adelaide Terrace, East Perth, 6000 Perth, Australia
Rates from: $132 per night
This 5-star property is located in a swanky spot on Adelaide Terrace, near the Swan River in the Central Business District. It’s home largest number of luxury guest rooms and suites in the center of Perth, boasting easy access to the city’s many attractions like Swan River, Kings Park, and Elizabeth Quay.
The upscale guest rooms have large windows, letting in plenty of natural light and feature amenities like a TV, a private bathroom, and oftentimes beautiful views of the landscape outside. Guests can use the outdoor swimming pool, and exercise in the 24-hour fitness center, or get some work done in the business center.
Dine at Uma Restaurant, which serves a selection of seasonal, fresh local and international dishes a la carte. At Mas Vino wine bar, try a tailored selection of wines from across the world, paired with gourmet small bites. At the casual, pub-style Hill Street Sports Bar and Restaurant, dine on delicious Australian fare paired with an ice-cold beer — and Monty’s, enjoy a fresh and classic Australian-style breakfast.
Address: 1 St.George’s Terrace, Perth Central Business District, 6000 Perth, Australia
Rates from: $161 per night
Duxton Hotel Perth is located in Perth’s Central Business District, hosting upscale rooms in a prime location next to Perth Concert Hall.
Rooms are bright, light-filled, and air-conditioned, outfitted with a flat-screen TV and private bathroom (many with their own full-size bath). Most rooms even feature views over the Swan River. Other on-site amenities include the fully equipped 24-hour fitness center which has a sauna and steam room, high-speed wifi, and a club lounge that’s exclusively accessible to guests staying in a Club Room or Presidential Suite.
There are a few restaurants on-site, including Firewater Grille which hosts an interactive dining experience and retro ambiance. At The Bar, enjoy the relaxed outdoor area which faces views of St. Georges Terrace and sip on a refreshing drink. There’s also 24-hour in-room dining for those who want to enjoy a meal in their guest rooms.
Address: 1 Barrack Street, Perth Central Business District, 6000 Perth, Australia
Rates from: $405 per night
The opulent, timelessly sophisticated Ritz-Carlton, Perth hosts 205 upscale guest rooms and suites with striking views against the backdrop of Elizabeth Quay.
The elegant rooms offer air conditioning and are outfitted with a flat-screen TV, a workspace with a desk and a coffee machine, and skyline and local park spaces out of floor-to-ceiling windows.
Outstanding on-site amenities include an outdoor swimming pool and whirlpool tub, a well-equipped fitness center, and a spa. The spa features relaxing treatment rooms, a heated outdoor infinity pool that overlooks the Swan River and city skyline — as well as a vitality pool, spa baths, a sauna, and a dedicated relaxation lounge.
Dine on-site at the waterfront restaurant Songbird Bar & Lounge, which has tasty bites, cocktails, and unmatched sunsets over the Swan River. There’s also Hearth Restaurant, which uses local partnerships to source satisfying fiery dishes paired with an impressive local wine selection. At Hearth Lounge, taste a menu of upscale bar small plates with views of the quay in a smart casual setting.
Address: 15 Robinson Avenue, Northbridge, 6003 Perth, Australia
Rates from: $73 per night
This property is within walking distance of Perth’s Central Business District and less than a mile from Perth Central Station — feeling like a secluded but easily accessible spot to set as home base on a trip to the city.
Guests can grab a drink in the lounge-style bar area, or dine on-site at the restaurant serving a menu of International cuisine. There’s also a fitness center and a swimming pool. Each of the air-conditioned rooms features a TV, a refrigerator, and tea and coffee-making facilities and has its own bathroom.
Address: 133 Murray Street, Perth Central Business District, 6000 Perth, Australia
Rates from: $161 per night
QT Perth is a chic, art-focused urban hotel in a great location in the center of Perth just a 12-minute walk to Elizabeth Quay, a 6-minute walk to the Art Gallery of Western Australia, and 4-minute walk to the Perth Underground station.
Work out at the 24-hour fitness center which is outfitted with Techno gym equipment, or dine at one of the multiple restaurants on-site. Santini Grill feels like a trip to the Mediterranean coast, serving modern Italian bites from an open kitchen. Santini Bar, which is outfitted in rich black leather tones and wooden hues, feels like a sultry and intimate spot to enjoy a classic cocktail with a touch of eclectic flare, paired with a bold snack menu. The Rooftop at QT serves craft cocktails from an elevated point of view on the 18th floor with panoramic sights of dreamy twinkling lights.
Guest rooms are described as “industrial chic,” featuring city views, opulent decor in shades of black and gold with funky, eye-catching wallpaper. In-room amenities include dark marble bathrooms and comfortable beds, oftentimes with dedicated workspaces with a desk and some have separate seating areas.
Address: 815 Hay Street, Perth Central Business District, 6000 Perth, Australia
Rates from: $132 per night
The 5-star InterContinental Perth City Center, an IHG Hotel property, is within the King Street precinct of Perth’s Central Business District near Elizabeth Quay in the heart of the city. It’s a 10 minute walk from Perth Convention and Exhibition Center and accessible to seemingly countless shopping and dining options.
The hotel boasts 240 guest rooms across 16 floors meaning stunning views of the city. Guest rooms are stylishly decorated, with cozy bedding and plenty of bright natural light from the large windows. Rooms feature their own bathroom (suites at the hotel offer bathtubs), a Smart TV with built-in Chromecast, an in-room bar, and strong, free WiFi.
There are multiple dining options at the hotel. Heno & Rey — a vivacious and spirited spot with a Spanish atmosphere and cuisine serving tapas al fresco on the corner of King and Hay Streets. At Ascua, dive into freshly sourced ingredients including well-cooked, high-quality meat like steaks and seafood cooked in an open kitchen, amongst a menu of Spanish-inspired cuisine. At The Loft Lounge & Bar, experience a blending of sophistication and chic modernity with traditional cocktails and fine wines alongside a menu of tasty bites on an outdoor terrace.
Other amenities on-site include an array of meetings and events spaces, a 24-hour fitness center, a business center, and access to the Club InterContinental Lounge for an extra cost, subject to availability.
Address: 1 Cathedral Avenue, Perth Central Business District, 6000 Perth, Australia
Rates from: $534 per night
This upscale boutique property sits in the center of the city, set in a beautifully restored set of historic buildings dating back to the mid-19th Century. The property is a 15-minute walk from Perth Convention and Exhibition Center and a 2-minute walk from Hay Street Mall.
48 bright and modern rooms and suites are decorated in sunny, warm, welcoming tones of white, cream and beige. In the rooms, guests can enjoy a fully stocked mini-bar, a modern flat-screen TV and a luxurious bathroom with cozy bathrobes and slippers for lounging.
There are multiple restaurants on-site — Wildflower, which serves a farm-to-table menu inspired by the six indigenous seasons with stunning views of the water, Post, which serves modern takes on classic Italian dishes, and Cape Arid Rooms which hosts one of the most upscale tea experiences in the city.
Visit the spa, called COMO Shambhala Urban Escape (Shambhala translates to “peace” in Sanskrit) which blends traditional, holistic Eastern and Western healing traditions. The spa complex is housed within the State Buildings’ reinvented 19th-century vaults and houses a heated indoor pool and gym.
Address: 50 James Street, Perth Central Business District, 6000 Perth, Australia
Rates from: $153 per night
Alex Hotel is an independently operated boutique property located in Perth’s Central Business District inside the soul of the city’s creative artsy neighborhood and just a short stroll from the city’s center. It’s a 10-minute walk from Hay Street Shopping Area and a 10-minute drive from Kings Park and Botanic Garden.
The hotel is owned and operated by four local families who share a combined history in brewing, winemaking, distilling, coffee roasting, breadmaking, and restaurants — combining this knowledge to create a standout artistic hotel space.
Begin the day with a complimentary continental breakfast and locally roasted coffee on the mezzanine floor, and finish the evening with a glass of wine at the rooftop Shadow Wine Bar & Dining Room, which boasts of the best views in Perth from perched atop the towering outdoor terrace. Or, spend the say renting a free bicycle and explore the city on two wheels (the on-site team can offer plenty of top-notch cycle routes for an adventure).
The property is proud of its commitment to sustainability, taking measures like tinting windows to keep rooms cooler in the summer (creating less of a reliance on air conditioning) and using greenery indoors to naturally filter the air.
Guest rooms are cozy and upscale, feeling like a welcoming home away from home. There are various sizes of rooms ranging from small to medium to extra large, and even “family-sized” suites — with beautiful views, calming decor, and luxurious bath amenities.
Address: 99 Adelaide Terrace, East Perth, 6000 Perth, Australia
Rates from: $152 per night
This luxurious hotel is located in the heart of East Perth, just minutes from Perth’s Central Business District.
Guests will enjoy spacious rooms with impressive views of the river and city, featuring design elements highlighting nature, with wood and earthy tones that make the interior spaces feel fresh. Complimentary amenities like free Wi-Fi and spacious work areas in each room make it a great place to stay for either business or leisure.
Spend time at the large, heated pool which features views of the river, exercise at the property’s fitness center, or relax in the sauna. Dine at the award-winning Cafe Restaurant, which offers a menu of tasty, locally sourced dishes, or spend time at Conservatory Lounge, which is in the atrium, and offers an all-day a la carte menu in the atrium.
Travelers searching for somewhere to stay with easy access to or from the Perth airport can book a night at Sanno Marracoonda Airport Hotel, which is a two-minute drive from the airport, or the ibis budget Perth Airport which is a 4-minute drive.
What time zone is Perth, Australia?
Perth is on Australian Western Standard Time, which is 13 hours ahead of the time in New York when New York is on Easter Standard Time (12 hours ahead when New York is on Eastern Daylight time) and 10 hours ahead of Los Angeles on Pacific Standard Time (9 hours ahead when LA is on Pacific Daylight time).
