Ritz Carlton Perth is a luxury hotel that celebrates Western Australia

With its enviable position at Elizabeth Quay, Ritz Carlton Perth is the luxurious riverside beauty that pays homage to Western Australia.

Ritz Carlton Perth was the first Australian offering from a hotel brand synonymous with luxury and style. So if you’re looking for a first-class introduction to Western Australia, this sleek accommodation has you covered. Not only is the hotel close to some of the city’s best natural and cultural attractions, but its thoughtful design principles, gourmet food and beverage offerings, and bespoke experiences are a true celebration of place.

Location

Just steps away from the Swan River, towering over the vibrant waterfront precinct of Elizabeth Quay, Ritz Carlton Perth is within walking distance of the CBD, offering access to the city’s best cultural attractions while still immersing guests in nature with unbeatable river views all the way to Kings Park.

While Perth’s best beaches are a 20-minute drive away, the hotel is positioned next to major transport links, including Barrack St Jetty where you can catch a ferry to Swan Valley wineries, Rottnest Island and Fremantle.

Style and character

Attention to detail is what this hotel is all about. From the outside Ritz Carlton Perth dazzles over the city skyline with 28 stories of pink-and-yellow-coloured window glass, symbolic of the state’s pink Argyle diamonds in the north, and the sands of its southern beaches. The work of Cottee Parker Architects, the building’s sleek and curved design protects from wind and noise.

With natural materials, local artwork, and earthy tones, Ritz Carlton Perth’s interior stylist, Anna Flanders describes the hotel’s look as “natural luxe”.

It works to invite warmth and connect the hotel’s different spaces – from the free-flowing lobby with its 13-metre-high ceilings, through to the bar and lounge area, and street-level restaurant, Hearth.

While the hotel’s aesthetic is contemporary and neutral throughout, including the elegant furnishings within its 205 rooms and suites, careful consideration has been taken to acknowledge history and the land upon which it rests.

With 10,000 pieces of Kimberley sandstone lining the exterior and lobby walls, a custom chandelier containing 275 tubular lights reminiscent of the cascading waterfalls within the Pilbara region’s Karijini National Park, and a concierge desk made from 100-year-old jarrah from the state’s South West, guests are introduced to the wonders of Western Australia.

With the assistance of Linton Kay Galleries, connection to place continues with the addition of commissioned artwork from West Australian artists, like Indigenous artist, Aileen Sandy, whose striking painting, Colours of the Rocks, greets guests warmly as they enter the building. 

Rooms

Each of Ritz Carlton Perth’s 205 guestrooms and suites come luxuriously furnished with modern features and iconic Swan River or city skyline floor-to-ceiling views that make the most of the hotel’s prime location.

While all living and sleeping spaces boast neutral colour palettes, contemporary furniture and artwork, and luxury bed linen by Frette, marble bathrooms feature double vanities, oversized tubs, separate showers, and bath amenities by British luxury brand Asprey. The additional size of a suite offers the benefit of a separate living room.

For ultimate indulgence, the 277sqm Ritz Carlton Suite is the hotel’s premium offering, giving top-floor guests an extra-large bathroom that includes a freestanding tub with views overlooking the city.

The suite also comes with plush furnishings, artwork by Perth-born artist Kate Elsey, and separate sleeping, living and entertainment areas that offer differing iconic views, including a spacious open balcony from which to enjoy that over-the-water sunset.

Food and drink

Ritz Carlton Perth’s dining areas include Hearth Restaurant, Hearth Lounge, and Songbird Bar and Lounge.

Situated on street level and accessible from the Elizabeth Quay precinct, Hearth Restaurant and Hearth Lounge offer seasonal, modern Australian menus that champion local produce and native ingredients in a timeless and elegant setting.

While Hearth restaurant harnesses the power of open fire cooking, blending new and old traditions, Hearth Lounge is the place to meet for drinks at the bar or indulge in afternoon tea.

For sunset drinks, all-day light bites or a late-night rendezvous, Songbird Bar and Lounge is Ritz Carlton Perth’s stylish rooftop bar, complete with cocktails that hero native ingredients.

For in-room dining, a 24-hour room service menu is available.

Facilities

With its relaxing Japanese influence, Ritz Carlton Perth’s spa offers urban sanctuary in the form of its treatment rooms, vitality pools, spa baths, and sauna (all with views) and relaxation lounge with Shoji screens and windows that look out to lush greenery. Using organic skincare brands LaGaia UNEDITED and Biologique Recherche, treatments are focused on Australian healing products and holistic wellness journeys.

The hotel also offers a 24-hour fitness centre and outdoor heated infinity pool on the 5th floor overlooking the river and city.

Guests with access to the hotel’s exclusive Ritz Carlton Club Lounge can treat themselves to relaxed entertaining areas with sweeping views over the city. Bespoke experiences, culinary journeys, and curated moments in the form of the Club Lounge’s Elegant Mornings, Mid-day Indulgences, and Afternoon Teas are prepared with premium West Australian food and wine.

With 2000sqm of meeting and function space, Ritz Carlton Perth caters for corporate groups, events, weddings, and receptions in its Elizabeth Quay Ballroom.

Bespoke packages

The hotel offers bespoke packages, the most recent being a luxurious cultural and culinary travel experience. Introducing guests to the wonders of Western Australia, Ritz Carlton Perth’s signature restaurant, Hearth have teamed up with roving culinary creative, Fervor – to create unforgettable journeys that transport guests to some of Western Australia’s most unique and sought-after destinations.

Offering tailored itineraries and premium tourism experiences that include dining under the stars and foraging for native ingredients with Indigenous custodians of the land, this taste of Western Australia package also includes two nights’ luxury accommodation at Ritz Carlton Perth, a two-night stay at a spectacular Western Australian location, and elevated food and wine offerings using the best local produce.

Accessibility?

Ritz Carlton Perth offers 10 accessible rooms with bathrooms designed with enough space to accommodate people of all abilities, a distress button, regulated water temperature and grab rails. These inclusions also apply to bathrooms in public areas of the hotel including the hotel’s restaurant, bar and meeting spaces.

Valet parking is complimentary for the transportation of guests in wheelchairs.

Family-friendly?

The hotel’s Ritz Kids program means little ones don’t miss out with immersive experiences for those aged 4-12. Activities are centred around nature, exploration, responsibility and culture, with Ritz Carlton Perth offering the special opportunity for kids to learn about and create Aboriginal artworks with local Indigenous artists.

Adventurer passports provided on check-in allow kids to earn prizes, gaining stamps by completing exploration activities dotted around the hotel, and there’s also extra treats for youngsters in the form of the Ritz Kids Afternoon Tea and a Ritz Kids Tee-pee Experience.

Family packages are also available, and some rooms and suites offer interconnecting options.

Details

Address: 1 Barrack Street, Perth, WA, 6000

Best for: Business trips, couples wanting a romantic city escape, corporate groups, and multi-generational families celebrating special occasions.

Price: Guest Rooms start from $549 per night, suites from $1329 per night, and The Ritz-Carlton Suite from $9,999 per night.

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