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A local’s guide to the best accommodation in Perth: Hotels, Airbnbs and camping

Kirsty PetridesBy Kirsty Petrides
From sleek city stays and coastal charm to boutique heritage gems and campgrounds beneath the stars, Perth serves up a hefty mix of accommodation.

Whether you’re chasing a coastal getaway at one of the city’s best beaches, vineyard views or somewhere family-friendly with space to roam, there’s a perfect pillow waiting in WA’s capital.

Here’s our curated guide to the best places to check in – and check out.

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If you only stay at one hotel in Perth (and have a big budget) make it COMO The Treasury – where heritage elegance, world-class dining and a blissful day spa meet in one extraordinary city escape. For something more low key, Alex Hotel in Northbridge is a great base to explore.

Hotels

The Ritz-Carlton, Perth

a woman wearing a hat relaxing by the pool at The Ritz-Carlton, Perth
Relax by the infinity pool on the 5th floor of The Ritz-Carlton, Perth. (Image: Tourism Western Australia)

Set right on the water’s edge in the picturesque Elizabeth Quay, The Ritz-Carlton, Perth delivers a taste of luxury in the centre of Perth. The 205 refined rooms and suites offer floor-to-ceiling views across the river, city skyline and iconic Kings Park. Hearth restaurant showcases Western Australia’s finest produce cooked over open fire, while the serene wellness centre features a sauna, heated pool and spa with personalised treatments.

Address: 1 Barrack Street, Perth

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Alex Hotel

the bedroom at Alex Hotel, Perth accommodation
Stay in the heart of Northbridge. (Image: Alex Hotel)

This independent boutique property in Northbridge is crafted to be a warm, character-rich sanctuary for urban travellers. Expect thoughtful touches – from a design-forward lobby and mezzanine mini-library, to complimentary sunset rooftop drinks and free-to-borrow bikes. Alex Hotel also embraces sustainable hospitality, with eco-conscious initiatives guests love. Round out your day with a meal and wine at their onsite venue, Shadow Wine Bar.

Address: 50 James Street, Northbridge

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The Cottesloe Beach Hotel

beach views at The Cottesloe Beach Hotel, Perth accommodation
The aptly named hotel boasts sweeping views of Cottesloe Beach. (Image: Tourism Western Australia)

Beach lovers will appreciate a stay at The Cottesloe Beach Hotel – affectionately dubbed The Cott by locals. With just 13 rooms, beachfront suites offer private balconies with sweeping views of Cottesloe Beach and Rottnest Island. Guests are within walking distance of cafes, shops, transport and scenic walks. Be sure to visit The Cott Beach Club downstairs for a quintessential Perth Sunday session.

Address: 104 Marine Parade, Cottesloe

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The Melbourne Hotel

the heritage suite at The Melbourne Hotel, Perth
The Melbourne Hotel blends modern and heritage styles.

An icon since 1897, The Melbourne Hotel combines heritage architecture with modern finishes. Choose between sleek contemporary rooms or history-laden Heritage Suites, which feature elegant bathrooms, plush robes, and period charm updated with smart TVs and high-speed wi-fi. It’s a beautiful blend of old and new.

Address: 33 Milligan Street, Perth

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COMO The Treasury

a luxe bathroom at COMO The Treasury, Perth accommodation
Urban luxury at its finest.

Housed in the beautifully restored WA State Buildings, COMO The Treasury offers 48 spacious rooms and suites that epitomise luxury. Guests enjoy access to COMO Shambhala wellness centre – one of Perth’s premier day spas – and top-tier dining including Petition Kitchen, Long Chim and the acclaimed Wildflower restaurant.

Address: 1 Cathedral Avenue, Perth

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Camping and caravan parks

Perth Central Caravan Park

glamping tents at Perth Central Caravan Park
Go glamping within walking distance of the Swan River. (Image: Perth Central Caravan Park)

Conveniently located in Ascot, just minutes from both the city and the airport, this well-situated park offers a range of accommodation including pet-friendly cabins and powered sites for tents and caravans. It’s comfortable, has all the basics and even has a flexible option for travellers with pets.

Address: 34 Central Avenue, Ascot

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Lake Leschenaultia, Perth hills

Camping at Lake Leschenaultia immerses visitors in native bushland and tranquil scenery. The lake features a beach, canoes for hire and BBQ areas. Campers can choose from three campground areas, each with amenities. Nearby, Chidlow adds charm with its country-town bakeries, shops, and pubs. The campground itself offers 23 campsites, with bathrooms, BBQs, a playground, kitchen and kiosk. Bookings can be made online, with some sites being unpowered and lacking onsite parking, so specify your needs when booking.

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Karrinyup Waters Resort

the cabins at Karrinyup Waters Resort, Perth accommodation
Retreat into one of the family-friendly cabins at Karrinyup Waters Resort.

Located about 20 minutes north of Perth CBD, Karrinyup Waters Resort is a family favourite. It features a variety of cabins and powered sites, plus standout facilities like heated pools, spa, playground with jumping pillows, and an onsite cafe and restaurant.

Address: 467 North Beach Road, Gwelup

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Perth Hills Discovery Centre at Beelu National Park

A 40-minute drive from the city, this family-friendly site offers shady tent pitches, picnic tables, camp kitchen and access to scenic walking and cycling trails. The ground offers twelve shady tent sites, fire rings, outdoor picnic tables, and high-quality amenities including an ablution block, picnic tables, and a camp kitchen with electric barbecues. It’s close to the Bibbulmun Track and Mundaring Weir, with a seasonal outdoor cinema nearby.

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Swan Valley Caravan & Holiday Park

Modern and charming, Swan Valley Caravan & Holiday Park features stylish cabins and ensuite-powered sites. Guests enjoy BBQ facilities, lush lawns, a pool, playground and dog-friendly options – all within reach of Swan Valley’s wineries. There are the usual amenities like BBQs, laundry and kiosk-come-general store. And the kids will be happy with the playground, swimming pool and big stretches of lush green grass.

Address: 91 Benara Road, Caversham

Holiday homes and Airbnbs

Heritage meets modern in Leederville

Heritage meets modern in Leederville Airbnb
The property features a sun-drenched deck.

This character cottage blends old-world charm with fresh interiors. Steps from vibrant Oxford Street, it offers three roomy bedrooms, an open-plan living space with fireplace, and a sun-drenched deck perfect for alfresco dining.

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Kings Park oasis

a room with a balcony at Kings Park oasis, Perth accommodation
Kings Park oasis offers a soothing respite from the hustle and bustle of the city.

Bright and breezy, this newly renovated two-bedroom apartment sits on the edge of Kings Park. A modern kitchen, laundry, balcony with city views, and shared complex amenities (pool, gym, tennis court) make it ideal for a relaxed city escape.

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The Cottesloe cabin

Architecturally designed with Scandi flair, this stylish retreat in North Cottesloe features two ensuite bedrooms and an airy open-plan layout. Guests can make use of the sun-drenched deck and complimentary Lekker bikes to explore the coast.

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Airport Accommodation

Quest Perth Ascot

Just four kilometres from Perth Airport and moments from the Swan River, Quest Perth Ascot is perfectly placed for travellers wanting city access without the bustle. Enjoy riverside walks, cycle trails, or seamless connections to the CBD and Swan Valley via nearby roads. The property features 112 modern serviced apartments, each with a full kitchen and laundry for a true home-away-from-home feel. Studio Executive Apartments offer private balconies, while a well-equipped gym and relaxed communal spaces support both productivity and unwinding.

Address: 266 Great Eastern Highway, Ascot

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Ingot Hotel

Just a five-minute drive from Perth Airport, Ingot Hotel offers four-star amenities including 24-hour reception, a heated outdoor pool and spa, and a fully equipped gym. A complimentary airport shuttle adds extra convenience.

Address: 285 Great Eastern Highway, Belmont

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VetroBlu Airport Apartments

These self-contained one- and two-bedroom apartments are located a short drive from the airport, with free 24-hour shuttle service. Each unit is equipped with full kitchen, laundry, and access to a gym – ideal for independent travellers.

Address: 100 Coolgardie Ave, Redcliffe

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Kirsty Petrides
Kirsty Petrides is a writer, wine-lover and cheese enthusiast. Whether she’s hunting down the best restaurant in Albania, foraging the Marrakech markets for spices or camping in the middle of Patagonian wilderness, she loves to seek out the authentic side of the places she visits, and share that with readers through her writing.
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The ultimate Margaret River road trip itinerary for food & wine lovers

    Monique CeccatoBy Monique Ceccato
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    Time your visit to Margaret River just right, and you can spend the ultimate weekend wining, dining and exploring the region with Pair’d Margaret River Region x Range Rover.

    Wine, world-class produce, surf, sun and beaches: it’s an alluring combination. And the reason so many pin the Margaret River region high on their travel hit-lists. There’s drawcard after drawcard to the southwestern corner of Western Australia, and the Pair’d Margaret River Region x Range Rover food and wine festival showcases the best of it over the course of one weekend in November. It’s never been easier to sip, see and savour the Margaret River region.

    In partnership with Pair’d Margaret River Region, Range Rover invites you on a seven-day itinerary of refined adventure, where luxury and exploration go hand in hand. It’s the perfect WA road trip, and there’s no better way to do it than in a Range Rover.

    Day 1

    the pool at Pullman Bunker Bay
    Check into Pullman Bunker Bay.

    There’s no more popular West Australian road trip route than that between Perth and the Margaret River Region. It’s an easily digestible, three-hour drive, with worthy pit stops along the way.

    Make the first of them one hour and 15 minutes in, at Lake Clifton. Here, find a 2000-year-old living thrombolite reef. Drive for a further 40 minutes and chance meeting some of Bunbury’s dolphin population at Koombana Bay.

    Pullman Bunker Bay is the final stop, just over three hours south of Perth. This beachfront, five-star resort is the ultimate base for exploring the Margaret River Wine region.

    Day 2

    After a leisurely morning breakfast with an ocean view, start your Range Rover and head towards the Dunsborough town centre. Browsing the decidedly coastal-themed goods of the town’s many independent boutiques is a great way to while away the hours, breaking up the sartorial with an artisan gelato snack stop, or some good old-fashioned Australian bakery fare.

    Leave room; you’ll need it for the Good Natured Gathering  dinner at Wayfinder. Indulge in a four-course feast by chef Felipe Montiel, which uses produce from the winery’s market garden to enhance a selection of sustainably sourced seafood and meat. But food is just the support act. It’s organic wine that’s the star of the show, generously poured and expertly paired to each dish.

    Day 3

    Settle in for cabernet at Cape Mentelle Winery.

    With a grand total of 20 wines from vintage 2022 to try, it’s a good thing Cape Mentelle’s International Cabernet Tasting kicks off early. Make your way to the estate for a 10:00 AM start, where a global selection of wines will be poured blind, before a long lunch by Tiller Dining is served.

    Given that the Margaret River is responsible for more than 20 per cent of Australia’s fine wine production, it’s only right to delve into it while in the area.

    Continue exploring the region via taste and terroir aboard Alison Maree, a whale-watching catamaran, as you cruise Geographe Bay . Admire the rolling green hills and crisp white beaches of Quindalup in sunset’s golden light, all the while sipping through the Clairault Streicker catalogue and dining on canapes.

    For a more substantial dinner, venture into Busselton for a seven-course British x Australian mash-up , courtesy of Brendan Pratt (Busselton Pavilion) and Oliver Kent (Updown Farmhouse, UK). They’ll be putting their rustic yet refined spin on the likes of local marron, wagyu and abalone – championing the simple beauty of the world-class ingredients.

    Day 4

    Pair'd Beach Club
    Elevate your dining experiences at Pair’d X Range Rover Beach Club.

    Wrap your fingers around a wine glass and wiggle your toes into the sand at Pair’d Beach Club x Range Rover on Meelup Beach. Sit down to an intimate wine session with sommelier Cyndal Petty – or a four-course feast by Aaron Carr of Yarri – and revel in the open-air beach club, bar and restaurant’s laidback coastal vibe. It’s a whole new way to experience one of the region’s most renowned beaches.

    Follow up a day in the sun with a casual Italian party at Mr Barvel Wines . Purchase wines –including the elusive, sold-out Nebbia – by the glass and enjoy canapes with the towering Karri forest as a backdrop.

    If you’d prefer to keep it local, head to Skigh Wines for the New Wave Gathering , where the region’s independent wine makers and their boundary-pushing wines will be on show. Street-style eats, a DJ and complimentary wine masterclasses complete the experience.

    Day 5

    pair'd Grand Tasting
    Taste your way through Howard Park Wines. (Image: C J Maddock)

    Spend the morning at your leisure, driving the winding roads through the Boranup Karri forest in your Range Rover. Soak in the views at Contos Beach, and call into the small cheese, chocolate and preserve producers along the way.

    Make your next stop Howard Park Wines for The Grand Tasting presented by Singapore Airlines . Numerous wine labels will be pouring their catalogues over four hours, accompanied by food from chefs Matt Moran and Silvia Colloca, with live opera providing the soundtrack.

    Cap off a big weekend with one last hurrah at Busselton Pavilion. Six ‘local legends’ – chefs Brendan Pratt (Busselton Pavilion), Mal Chow (Chow’s Table), Aaron Carr (Yarri), Ben Jacob (Lagoon Yallingup), Corey Rozario (Dahl Daddies) and Laura Koentjoro (Banksia Tavern) – will be preparing a dish each. Dance the night away as vinyl spins and the sun sets on another day.

    Day 6

    Ngilgi Cave western australia
    Head underground. (Image: Tourism WA)

    After a busy few days of wining and dining, it’s wise to observe a rest day. There’s no easier task than unwinding in the Margaret River Region, also famous for its high concentration of world-class beaches.

    Relax on the grassy knoll as you watch the region’s most experienced surfers braving the World Surf League break at Surfer’s Point, or don your own wetsuit and try out one of Gracetown’s more beginner-friendly waves. Swimmers will find their Eden at Meelup Beach, Eagle Bay, or Point Piquet, where the sand is brilliantly white and the water as still as a backyard swimming pool.

    Not into sun, sand, and surf? Head underground at Mammoth Cave, just one of the region’s many stalactite-filled caves.

    Day 7

    Burnt Ends event at Pair'd
    Farewell the Margaret River.

    Pack up your Range Rover with new favourite wines and newfound memories, ready for the three-hour journey back to Perth.

    Prebook your discovery journey through the south-west corner of Western Australia with Pair’d Margaret River Region x Range Rover.

    Pair’d Margaret River Region is proudly owned by the Western Australian Government, through Tourism WA.