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

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

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

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 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

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

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

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?

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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