Hotel Profile: Crown Towers Perth

Back in 2016, Western Australia became home to the most expensively built hotel in the country, Crown Towers Perth.

While it has since been surpassed in construction cost by its New South Wales counterpart, Crown Sydney, Crown Towers Perth continues to uphold its esteemed reputation as one of Australia’s most extravagant and luxurious destinations and undoubtedly one of the best hotels in Perth. We checked into the opulent hotel to get a taste of the iconic Crown Towers Perth experience for ourselves.

Location

the hotel exterior of Crown Towers Perth — Crown Towers Perth redefines luxury accommodation in the heart of Burswood.

Crown Towers Perth is located in the suburb of Burswood, a 15-minute drive from the city centre. Its enviable location – perched right on the banks of the iconic Swan River – offers sweeping views of the water and the city skyline. Crown is also just over one kilometre away from Matagarup Bridge, which provides pedestrian access straight into the city centre and the idyllic Claisbrook Cove, a waterfront spot peppered with European-style cafes and restaurants. And sports-lovers will enjoy the Crown’s close proximity to Optus Stadium, a mere few minutes walk away.

Style and character

the Crystal Club at Crown Towers Perth — The elegant furnishings at the Crystal Club offer a luxe vibe.

While its scale is undeniably impressive, Crown Towers Perth avoids excessive ostentation. In contrast to the extravagance of its neighbouring Crown Metropol, Crown Towers embodies understated and artisanal elegance.

Upon entering the lobby, you’ll immediately notice the soaring ceilings, towering marble pillars and glittering crystal chandeliers. The exclusive Crystal Club – which is well worth splurging a little extra for – offers a more intimate aesthetic with plush velvet seating in rich jewel tones, complemented by sleek marble tables. Its location on the 15th floor offers stunning views through its expansive floor-to-ceiling windows.

The rooms feature a seamless mix of comfort and high-end design, with custom-designed furnishings like oversized beds with leather headboards, contemporary lounge chairs and sleek bathrooms of travertine stone and marble.

Facilities

pool area at Crown Towers Perth — Take a luxurious dip in the expansive pool.

The Crown Towers gym is a state-of-the-art fitness facility, while its adjacent Crown Spa is one of Perth’s best day spas. The hotel is connected to Crown’s luxury retail precinct, featuring the likes of Prada, Louis Vuitton, and Watches of Switzerland.

But the jewel in its crown has to be the Crown Towers pool area. The expansive space features endless sunbeds, an infinity pool overlooking the city skyline and Swan River, private cabanas for hire, and dedicated poolside service from the hotel restaurant, Epicurean.

Rooms

the premier suite at Crown Towers Perth — Check into the Premier Suite overlooking the river and city.

The property offers a range of rooms, studios, suites and villas. All rooms are styled with Crown’s signature understated elegance, with floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking either the river and city or back beyond the suburb of Burswood. All rooms feature luxury bedding, marble bathrooms with a (very inviting) marble tub, coffee machines, in-room tablets for controlling lighting, blinds, temperature and entertainment, as well as 24-hour in-room dining.

Food and drink

buffet stations at Epicurean Restaurant — Epicurean offers stations of help-yourself deliciousness.

Epicurean is Crown Towers’ indulgent buffet experience, open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The ever-evolving menu offers an extensive range of specialities including Indian, Japanese, Chinese and Italian. The highlights, however, are the impressive fromage section which includes an array of charcuterie, antipasto, and world cheeses; and the seafood bar that features freshly shucked oysters, sushi and sashimi.

TWR (which stands for The Waiting Room) is Crown Towers’ stylish cocktail lounge, designed to reflect the glamour of the 1950s with plush seating, mirrored surfaces, and dark wood accents. It’s a sophisticated spot to enjoy an expertly crafted cocktail, fine wine or light snack.

Within the broader Crown complex is also award-winning Nobu Restaurant, Rockpool Bar & Grill, Modo Mio Italian, Silks – which offers exceptional Cantonese dining, and Bistro Guillaume which presents a fresh take on French-inspired bistro cuisine.

Experiences

Crystal Club in Crown Towers — The Crystal Club is a stunning spot for cocktails, especially come sunset.

For the ultimate Crown Towers experience, commit to splurging a little extra on Crystal Club. For an additional $135 per person, it provides access to a dedicated lounge reserved exclusively for Crystal Club guests. In the afternoons, the Club offers a complimentary selection of delicate finger sandwiches, freshly baked scones, sweets and tea and coffee. In the evening, it hosts a complimentary cocktail hour (which is actually one and a half hours, from 5.30 – 7pm), where guests can enjoy champagne, wines, spirits, and cocktails alongside a refined buffet of gourmet canapés and hors d’oeuvres.

Come morning time, Crystal Club members head back to the lounge for breakfast for complimentary ala carte breakfast, barista-made coffee and a buffet of continental breakfast items. Crystal Club package also gets you private check-in and check-out so you can bypass the often busy lobby, and a dedicated concierge to help you with restaurant bookings, transport or other activities.

Another great way to experience Crown Towers is with its eBike hire. The complex fronts onto a waterfront walk and cycle path – a perfect spot for a bike ride. You can easily peddle your way into the city, Elizabeth Quay and Kings Park, and even opt to have a Crown picnic box included in your hire, so you can stop for lunch somewhere picturesque.

Access for guests with disabilities

Premiere Twin Room at Crown Towers Perth — Rooms are designed with accessibility in mind.

The venue offers rooms that are specifically designed for guests with disabilities or those using wheelchairs, and the rooms offer the same luxurious decor and high-end amenities as all others in the hotel. Rooms are accessible via lift, as are the pool area and restaurants.

Family-friendly?

Burswood in Crown Towers — Crown Towers is a good place for families to indulge and relax.

While the Crown Spa and certain sections of the pool area are strictly adults-only, expect to see many families enjoying Crown Towers. The pool is a particular hit with kids, and the poolside dining menu has a dedicated children’s menu. Epicurean has high chairs for little ones, and parents can request cots or extra rollaway beds for their rooms.

The location of Crown is ideal for families as well, with it fronting onto the lush green Burswood Park, a playground and the Telethon Community Outdoor Cinemas that run from November – April. It’s also a short walk to other family-friendly activities like climbing and zip-lining Matagraup Bridge, and a mini-golf course (plus another playground) right next to Optus Stadium.

Details

Address: Great Eastern Hwy, Burswood

Cost: Prices start from $409 per night

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This remote corner of Australia is one of the world’s last frontiers. This is how to see it properly.

Vast, rugged and deeply spiritual, the Kimberley coast in Australia’s North West feels a world away from everyday Australia – and there are countless ways to explore it. But if you want to reach ancient rock art, hidden gorges and lonely waterfalls, it has to be by boat. Whether you’re aboard a nimble expedition vessel or a luxury yacht with all the trimmings, exploring by the water brings exclusive experiences, shows unique views and makes travel easier than any other mode. And that’s just the beginning of Australia’s North West cruises.

The True North Adventure Cruise in between sandstone cliffs. — Adventure starts where the road ends.

1. Discover Broome, and beyond

Explore your launchpad before you set sail: Broome. Here camels and their riders stride along the 22 kilometres of powdery Cable Beach at sunset. That’s just the start.

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If the moon’s right, you may catch the Staircase to the Moon over Roebuck Bay. Or simply kick back with a cold beverage and a film under the stars at Sun Pictures , screening since 1916.

Ride a camel along Cable Beach as the sun sinks into the Indian Ocean, casting golden light across the sand and sea. — Ride a camel along Cable Beach. (Image: Nick Dunn)

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Up north, King George Falls/ Oomari rage 80 metres down red cliffs. Zodiac boats often nudge in closer so you can feel the spray on your sun-warmed cheeks. You might even fly in to reach Mitchell Falls/ Punamii-unpuu, a four-tiered cascade where you can swim in freshwater pools above the drop.

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A cruise drifts beneath King George Falls, where sheer sandstone cliffs frame the thunderous plunge into turquoise waters. — Get closer to the Kimberley than ever before.

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Then come the evenings: songlines shared by Traditional Owners under the stars, or astronomy sessions that link what’s overhead with what’s underfoot and what’s within.

A small group glides through Kimberley’s rugged coastline by boat, passing ancient cliffs. — Explore with naturalists and historians by your side.

5. Relax in luxurious lodgings

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A helicopter soars above the sea, with a sleek cruise ship gliding in the distance. — See the Kimberley from sky to shore.

6. The adventure continues with pre- and post-cruise experiences

You’ve already come this far – so, why not go further? Broome makes it easy to ease in before you board, or wind down when your voyage ends, and there is no reason to stop there.

Head an hour and a half south to Eco Beach to stay off-grid and off the clock. Join a Yawuru guide for a mangrove walk or ocean forage. Dive even deeper into Broome’s pearling past at Willie Creek or Cygnet Bay, where divers and craftspeople still pull the seawater-slicked gems from the deep.

If you’re still craving adventure, it’s time to go further. Soar over the Buccaneer Archipelago, or detour inland with a 4WD trip along the Gibb River Road. Book a scenic flight over the Bungle Bungles. Or – because you never know when you’ll be back – do all three.

aerial of people walking on eco beach in the kimberley western australia — Stay off grid at Eco Beach. (Image: Tourism WA)

Find out more about your trip to Australia’s North West at australiasnorthwest.com .

Crown Towers Perth: a jewel of luxury and elegance in Burswood