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Esplanade Hotel Fremantle - By Rydges, Fremantle

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Corner Marine Terrace And Essex Street, Fremantle, Australia, 6160

Esplanade Hotel Fremantle - By Rydges is a historically significant hotel located in the heart of Fremantle, Australia, just 21.5 miles from Perth. This 4.5-star hotel combines luxury with modern amenities, making it a unique choice for a stay in this vibrant port city. Guests enjoy easy access to local attractions, including famous beaches and historic sites. The hotel features resort-style outdoor pools and a large sundeck, enhancing the relaxation experience for families and groups.

Location

The hotel is centrally located, within walking distance to major attractions including Bather's Beach and the ferry terminal to Rottnest Island. Fremantle's vibrant city life, historic locations, and local shopping are easily accessible on foot. Guests can reach the hotel quickly, as it is situated just 21.5 miles from Perth, with convenient transport links available.

Rooms

The hotel offers a range of spacious room options, including Premier Spa Suites and Deluxe Spa Suites, featuring comfortable king or queen beds and private balconies. Each room is equipped with modern amenities, such as a 50-inch ULTRA HD LCD television and high-speed Wi-Fi. Bathrooms include spa baths, double vanities, and complimentary personal amenities for guest convenience. Guests can choose from various views, including poolside and Esplanade Park.

Eat & Drink

Dining options at the Esplanade Hotel include the Harbour Master Bistro, which features a private dining room and a cozy atmosphere. Guests can enjoy a selection of local cuisine, such as a unique twist on the classic steak sandwich and renowned fish and chips. The hotel also houses several bars, including the historic Ball & Chain pub, serving local beers and pub-style meals. Breakfast is offered on-site, featuring favorites like bacon, eggs, and filter coffee.

Leisure & Business

Leisure facilities at the hotel include two resort-style heated pools, a fitness center, and a large sundeck with lawn games for guest enjoyment. Business amenities consist of 14 versatile conference venues, equipped with state-of-the-art audiovisual equipment. The hotel's business center allows for productivity while away from home, supported by free Wi-Fi and 24-hour room service for a seamless guest experience.

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27 m² 
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29 m² 
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30 m² 
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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Center
Fremantle700 ft
Airports
Perth (PER) 19.0 mi
Train
Grant Street Stn 5.0 mi
Swanbourne Stn 5.4 mi
Bus
Bus stop 4.3 mi

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • No pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Wheelchair access
  • 24-hour security
  • Baggage storage
  • Elevator
  • Coffee shop
  • Smoke detectors
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access
  • Key access

Sports & Fitness

  • Golf course

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle

Services

  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Stores/Commercial services
  • Welcome drink
  • Happy hour

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Poolside snack bar
  • Snack bar
  • Dinner
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cribs
  • Children's buffet
  • Board games

Facilities for people with disabilities

  • Toilet for disabled

Spa & Leisure

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Live entertainment
  • Sun terrace
  • Shallow end

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Mini-bar
  • Sitting area
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities
  • Rollaway beds

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Location

Corner Marine Terrace And Essex Street, Fremantle, Australia, 6160
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Corner Marine Terrace And Essex Street, Fremantle, Australia, 6160
Nearby
Museums
The Shipwreck Galleries
1200 ft
Mews Road
To the Fishermen
1300 ft
Gallery
Japingka Gallery
1400 ft
Church
Scots Presbyterian Church
1900 ft
Market
Fremantle
1000 ft
Gallery
The Artisan Store Fremantle
1500 ft
Island
Carnac Island
1500 ft
Store
Kakulas Sister
2000 ft
Restaurants
Little Creatures
1000 ft
40 Mews Rd
Marine Lounge Bar
200 ft
Corner Marine Terrace and Essex Street
The Harbour Master
200 ft
The Esplanade Hotel 46-54 Marine Tce Esplanade Hotel Fremantle
Bread in Common
900 ft
43 Pakenham St
Holy Smokes
700 ft
17-23 Collie St Shop 8
Duck Duck Bruce
800 ft
18 Collie St
Mr Finch
900 ft
12 Norfolk St
The Poolside Bar
500 ft
14 Essex Street
Strange Company
1000 ft
5 Nairn St
Moore & Moore Cafe
800 ft
42 Henry St

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.
72%
liked the hotel and would stay again
convenient location
modern rooms
lack of sustainable practices
potential noise from air conditioner unit
7.2/10
Very good
Rooms
6.9
Location
8.3
Service
7.9
Dining
6.7
Guest reviews
7.2/10
based on 16 reviews
7.8
7.8/10based on 5452 reviews
Clare
United Kingdom, May  2024
5.2/10

Staying at the hotel had its perks, like nice corridors and a balcony overlooking the pool, but the view of the multistory car park wasn't ideal. The pool area had some maintenance issues with mildew, and the overall room setup needed updating.

Rooms
6.0
The room's balcony offered a view of the pool, although the surrounding car park wasn't the most pleasant sight. The room setup was a bit outdated and the bed was small.
Service
5.0
The staff was helpful with general questions, but serving coffee from a broken machine was a letdown. Their service felt routine during check-ins, missing that personal touch.
Location
7.0
The hotel's ground floor location provided easy access to the pool area, even though the view wasn't the best. It was convenient for exploring the town center.
Dining
5.0
Service was lacking in cleanliness and table preparation.
Facilities
5.0
The pool had maintenance issues with mildew and worn-out fake grass, affecting the overall experience. The facilities could use some improvement.
John
United Kingdom, March  2024
7.4/10

As a genius guest, my stay at the hotel was mostly positive. The rooms were pleasant, clean, and well-equipped, although a bit far from the reception. The service was a mix of super helpful and friendly staff, but there were some instances of less-friendliness. The location was convenient, but there were a few improvements needed for a fully satisfying stay. The dining experience had its ups and downs, and overall, the facilities were sufficient.

Rooms
8.0
My Premier room was clean and had everything needed, but it was a long way from the reception.
Service
7.0
The concierge staff were impressive and super nice, albeit with some room for improvement. However, there were a couple of less friendly encounters noted.
Location
8.0
The hotel's location was perfect, near the market and waterfront, but improvements could make it even better.
Dining
7.0
The dining options were decent, although there could have been more variety. Some aspects were enjoyable, but others were not ideal.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities were adequate for my needs during the stay.
Joe
United Kingdom, March  2024
7.8/10

The hotel offers rooms with quite a nice view of the park, although in need of a good renovation. There was minimal evidence of any sustainable consideration. The rooms were bright, light, and modern with contemporary furniture and a view of the pool, but proximity to a main air conditioner unit on the top floor may be an issue.

Rooms
7.0
The rooms were bright, light, and modern with contemporary furniture and a view of the pool.
Service
8.0
The service was very helpful and accommodating, although some staff seemed stressed at breakfast due to minimal on-shift presence.
Location
9.0
The location is great, very easy to walk to restaurants, Fremantle Market, and Little Creatures. It suited our needs perfectly for our Grandaughter's 21st.
Dining
7.0
Facilities
8.0
convenient location
lack of sustainable practices
Peter
United Kingdom, March  2024
7.4/10

I had a mixed experience at this hotel. The rooms were spacious with good basic amenities, but the view was disappointing, facing a brick wall and industrial air con units. The service was extremely helpful and accommodating, making my stay enjoyable. The location was fantastic, with easy access to the university and the railway station. The dining options were a bit limited and overpriced. Overall, a decent stay with some room for improvement.

Rooms
7.0
The rooms were spacious with good basic amenities.
Service
9.0
The service was extremely helpful and accommodating.
Location
8.0
The location was fantastic, with easy access to the university and the railway station.
Dining
6.0
The dining options were a bit limited and overpriced.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel offered standard facilities for a comfortable stay.
Martin
United Kingdom, February  2024
7.8/10

I just stayed at this hotel, and it's got some good and not-so-good points. The rooms were comfortable, although they could use a bit of sprucing up. The location was superb, right in the heart of Fremantle, with lots to do around. The service was top-notch, especially the valet parking attendants. However, the dining was a bit basic for the price. Overall, a decent stay with room for improvement.

Rooms
7.0
The rooms I booked months in advance were very comfortable, but it seems like they need a bit of refurbishment. They had a large verandah overlooking the pool, though overall felt a bit tired.
Service
9.0
The valet parking attendants and the reception staff were really hard-working and helpful. They tried their best to accommodate us when needed.
Location
8.0
The location was perfect, right in the heart of beautiful Fremantle, close to everything you'd want to see and do. However, there were quite a few workmen and janitorial staff around, which could be a bit intrusive.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience was pleasant, but it felt a bit basic given the cost compared to other places I've stayed at.
Facilities
8.0
The facilities were decent, with a good quality bedroom and a large balcony. However, the constant presence of workmen and janitorial staff was a minor inconvenience.
Edward
United Kingdom, January  2024
7.2/10

The hotel was in a great location, ideal for exploring Fremantle and close to various eateries. The rooms, while clean and comfortable, felt a bit tired, with minor maintenance issues. The service, though lacking enthusiasm at times, improved with prompt apologies and solutions provided. The dining options were limited but satisfactory. Overall, a convenient and decent stay with good value for money.

Rooms
7.0
The rooms were clean and comfortable, albeit showing signs of wear and small maintenance issues.
Service
7.0
The service had its ups and downs, but ultimately, the staff was helpful and responsive.
Location
9.0
The hotel's location was perfect, right in the heart of Fremantle with easy access to local attractions and dining options.
Dining
6.0
The dining experience, though limited, was satisfactory for our needs during the stay.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel offered basic facilities that met our needs adequately.
Graham
United Kingdom, January  2024
7.4/10

The hotel was nothing like it was pictured, and our room wasn't ready initially, but that was understandable due to staff shortages. We paid extra for a room with a view, which had a great breakfast but had some missed services. The location was fantastic, being right in the heart of Fremantle, but the dining experience had a lapse with one night closed without explanation.

Rooms
7.0
The room we received wasn't entirely as pictured, but it was comfortable and clean.
Service
8.0
The staff were lovely and accommodating to our needs, even with the initial room delay. Great breakfast too!
Location
9.0
The hotel's location is amazing, right in the heart of Fremantle with proximity to most attractions and the Rottnest Express.
Dining
7.0
The dining was generally great with plenty of variety, except for one night's unexpected closure without explanation.
Facilities
6.0
The hotel offers valet car park facilities but had some missed services and explanations for dining closures.
Central Location
Dining Closures
Dick
United States of America, November  2023
7.0/10

My stay at the hotel was a bit of a mixed bag. The location was fabulous, with easy access to the vibrant attractions of Fremantle, but the rooms didn't quite match the advertised photos. The staff were incredibly friendly and helpful, making up for some other shortcomings.

Rooms
7.0
I was expecting a room with a view to the park as advertised, but it didn't turn out that way. However, it was still nice and clean.
Service
9.0
The staff were amazing, full of information, very friendly, and professional. They retrieved something we forgot from the car in minutes, showing great attention to detail.
Location
8.0
The hotel is located in the heart of vibrant, historical Fremantle, with easy walking access to all the attractions. However, the rooms and corridors fell short of the hip and fabulous vibe of the area.
Dining
5.0
The dining experience wasn't up to par, and the Welsh pastry seemed like a waste of a dish. The prices for the food and drinks were a bit on the higher side.
Facilities
6.0
Roger
United Kingdom, October  2023
7.2/10

Our room was extremely tired, with a balcony that had a moldy and uninviting view over a car park. However, the location was great and the room itself was clean and comfy. The staff were very good and helpful in assisting with our planned proposal. The dining options had a big choice but lacked the best taste. Overall, the hotel needs a makeover and the parking situation was a bit off.

Rooms
7.0
Our room was clean and comfy.
Service
8.0
The staff were very good and helpful.
Location
8.0
The location is great, within walking distance to lots of attractions.
Dining
6.0
The dining options had a big choice but lacked the best taste.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel is in need of a makeover, but the service was good.
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Harold
United States of America, September  2023
5.8/10

My stay at the hotel had its ups and downs. The room was generously sized but smelled of cigarette smoke and made me uncomfortable for three days. Despite being a bit stuffy, it wasn't very clean and had a strong vomit smell. The service faced some issues, like difficulty finding keys due to blocked cars, but the staff tried their best to handle it under challenging circumstances. The location was convenient for exploring cafes and the high street, although the pool closure was disappointing. The dining experience was overall good but on the pricier side. The hotel facilities were average.

Rooms
5.0
The room was generously sized but had a strong cigarette smoke smell that lingered for days.
Service
6.0
The staff faced challenges like blocked cars but maintained a friendly attitude. Room service trays were left out for an extended period.
Location
7.0
The hotel's location was convenient for exploring cafes and the high street, but the pool closure was disappointing.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience was good overall, although on the pricier side for what was offered.
Facilities
5.0
The hotel facilities were average.
Convenient location
Strong smoke smell
Dave
United States of America, September  2023
6.6/10

The hotel had some issues with the rooms, such as being small, dated, and lacking drawer space, making it not worth the high price. However, the service was exceptional, with staff being nice and helpful. The location was fantastic for accessing various attractions, although the bar area could get crowded. The dining experience was good, but there were no toothbrushes or toothpaste provided. Overall, the facilities needed modernizing considering the booking cost.

Rooms
5.0
The rooms were small, dated, and lacked drawer space. Modernization is needed for the high price.
Service
9.0
The staff were exceptionally nice and helpful throughout the hotel.
Location
8.0
The hotel had a fantastic location for accessing attractions, but the bar area could get crowded.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience was good, but lacked toothbrushes and toothpaste.
Facilities
5.0
Overall, the facilities needed modernizing considering the high cost of booking.
helpful staff
poor room condition
Douglas
United Kingdom, September  2023
7.4/10

The hotel is conveniently located in the heart of Fremantle, making it easy to explore the markets, restaurants, and harbor. The rooms are spacious and clean, although lacking balconies or views. The service was overall pleasant, though some staff members could use improvement in public interactions. The dining offered a good range of cuisine but could have more options for dietary restrictions. The location is perfect for accessing all that Fremantle has to offer, but occasional private functions limited the access to certain areas. A nice and comfortable stay overall.

Rooms
7.0
The rooms were big, clean, and comfortable, although missing balconies or views. The room temperature was a bit chilly even after adjusting the thermostat.
Service
6.0
The service was friendly, with some room for improvement in terms of public behavior. The hotel staff were accommodating to our needs during our regular stays over the past few months.
Location
9.0
The location is fantastic, right in the center of Fremantle with easy access to markets, shopping, and dining options. A great base for exploring the area.
Dining
8.0
The dining experience was good with a variety of cuisines, though limited options for non-dairy preferences. Prices were reasonable but could vary for different dishes.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel facilities were decent, offering essential services and amenities to make the stay comfortable.
Great location
Limited views
Mark
United Kingdom, August  2023
9.2/10

I had a fantastic stay at this hotel. The room was nice, clean, and located at the rear with a view of the pool, which made it quiet and relaxing. The service was exceptional, with everyone being very helpful and friendly, especially at the reception and concierge desk. The location was excellent, with good restaurants nearby and a lovely balcony overlooking the park. The facilities were top-notch, providing everything I needed for a comfortable stay.

Rooms
9.0
The room was nice, clean, and located at the rear with a view of the pool. It was quiet and comfortable.
Service
10.0
The staff were helpful in every way possible and very friendly, especially at the reception and concierge desk. They were fantastic to deal with and very attentive to our needs.
Location
10.0
The location was fantastic, a perfect place with a lovely balcony overlooking the park. It was central, convenient, and close to various attractions.
Dining
8.0
The steaks were particularly impressive.
Facilities
9.0
The facilities were excellent, providing everything I needed for a comfortable and enjoyable stay.
Harry
United States of America, July  2023
9.0/10

The hotel was beautifully clean and offered very spacious rooms with lots of small touches, such as a speaker for your mobile phone. The price was fair for the quality and size of the room, although it may be a bit higher compared to other places at the same price range.

Rooms
9.0
The rooms were very spacious and beautifully clean, with thoughtful touches like a speaker for your mobile phone.
Service
8.0
The service was excellent, with attentive staff from the cleaners to the knowledgeable and friendly front desk. They even remembered me paying cash on arrival, which was a nice personal touch.
Location
10.0
The location is brilliant, central to everything in Freo, with the pier, Little Creatures, and other attractions just a short stroll away. It’s a fabulous location with everything you need within walking distance.
Dining
9.0
The dining options were great with delicious food choices. I particularly enjoyed dining at The Fremantle Cafe just around the corner, which had excellent offerings.
Facilities
9.0
The hotel provides excellent facilities, from room service to laundry and tours/ticket assistance. Everything you need for a comfortable stay is readily available.
George
United Kingdom, July  2023
7.6/10

My stay at the hotel was quite pleasant overall. The rooms were clean, comfortable, and quiet, located at the back of the hotel on the second floor. The amenities like the poolside drinks bar were very good, although some areas looked a little tired and could use refurbishing.

Rooms
8.0
I found the room clean, comfortable, and quiet. However, some areas looked outdated and in need of refurbishing.
Service
9.0
The hotel service was top-notch overall. The staff, especially regarding parking, were absolutely fantastic—very friendly and professional. Unfortunately, there was an incident of the fire alarm going off at 4.30 am, which was a bit unsettling.
Location
7.0
The hotel's location was ideal for exploring Fremantle and convenient for train travels to Perth. It was right across from the Little Creatures Brewery and in the heart of Freo, perfect for experiencing the weekend scene. However, some areas require refurbishment.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience was a mix. The service and food quality were excellent, with a great selection available. However, I found it a bit overpriced, with some dishes not meeting expectations for the cost.
Facilities
7.0
However, some areas looked a little tired and could use updating.
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