We’ve rounded up a few of our favourite hotels for your next visit to WA’s favourite port city, Fremantle.
Affectionately known as ‘Freo’, this vibrant seaside city offers a unique blend of old and new. It’s renowned for its eclectic and spirited atmosphere, rich history and burgeoning food and wine scene.
From former prison warder cottages that have been luxuriously restored to hotels made from shipping containers, here are the best hotels to book in Fremantle for every type of holiday and budget (including some pet-friendly ones).
1. The Hougoumont
Best for: Singles or couples looking for a personal, boutique experience.
Innovatively constructed using recycled shipping containers, the Hougoumont is a stylish hotel situated right on the doorstep of Freo’s famous cappuccino strip.
The Hougoumont is spacious and filled with modern comforts.
Their unique personal touches include a complimentary cheese & wine night to mingle with other guests, in-house spin classes and bike hire for guests to explore Fremantle on two wheels.
Bed down at The Hougoumont.
Address: 15 Bannister St, Fremantle
2. New Haus by Hougoumont
Best for: Singles or couples after self-sufficient simplicity.
Directly across the road from the Hougoumont, New Haus the hotel’s modern ‘younger brother’.
Rooms are larger, with lounges and kitchenettes designed for longer stays.
New Haus is the Hougoumont’s modern ‘younger brother’.
Address: 22 Bannister St, Fremantle
3. Warders Hotel
Best for: Couples and small families
This small boutique accommodation is in fact the old limestone cottages that were once housing for Fremantle Prison warders.
Warders Hotel was once housing for Fremantle Prison warders.
The historic space has been thoughtfully restored to maintain the original character but also offers refined modern details and sophisticated finishes, such as the locally sourced artwork that adorns the walls to the luxury linen on the king-size beds.
The limestone cottages might look old from the outside yet evoke a fresh demeanour inside.
Address: 19 Henderson St, Fremantle
4. Tradewinds Hotel
Best for: Couples and families
Perched right on the riverfront in chic East Fremantle, the Tradewinds Hotel is a fresh, polished venue with a rooftop terrace, sun-drenched pool area and on-site restaurant and bar. Rooms vary from simple studios to spacious two-bedroom apartments.
Address: 1 Sewell St, East Fremantle
5. The Local Hotel
Best for: Singles or couples after a no-fuss stay
Not just a great pub, The Local Hotel also offers eight boutique hotel rooms in its Victorian-era building. Each is individually styled by Fremantle locals, including renowned artist Anya Brock. Rooms are simple and modern with original hardwood floors and beautiful natural light, with shared bathroom facilities for guests.
Address: 282 South Terrace, South Fremantle
6. The Norfolk Hotel
Best for: Young singles or couples
The most iconic pub in Fremantle also has a selection of laid-back, hotel rooms. The Norfolk Hotel is ideally situated right at the end of Freo’s cappuccino strip, and has one of the city’s favourite courtyards featuring tasty pub grub and a wide wine and beer selection.
Address: 47 South Terrace, Fremantle
7. The National Hotel
Best for: Young singles or couples
Another pub-hotel, the beautifully restored The National Hotel sits right in the heart of Fremantle and has 12 individually styled hotel rooms, each with their own ensuite.
The National Hotel sits in the heart of Fremantle.
The ground floor pub with live music every night, an on-site restaurant with wrap-around verandahs overlooking the cafe strip, and a spectacular rooftop bar.
Head upstairs to the rooftop bar for city views.
Address: 98 High Street, Fremantle
8. Federal Hotel
Best for: Young singles or couples after a no-fuss, affordable stay
Just off the cafe strip, The Federal is a pub, restaurant, bar and hotel. The accommodation is simple and affordable with communal self-catering facilities, a common balcony area for guests and shared bathroom facilities (although some premium rooms do have an ensuite.) The rooms are accessible via stairs only so ideal for backpacks rather than suitcases.
Address: 23 William St, Fremantle
9. Fremantle B&B
Best for: Couples or families after an intimate stay
This quaint bed and breakfast – inside a Bavarian-style castle, no-less – has a mix of rooms catering to singles, couples and families. Located in Fremantle’s iconic west end, it’s a mere moment from key attractions like the Roundhouse, Bathers Beach and Fishing Boat Harbour. Host Susan warmly welcomes guests and is all too happy to help with things like early check-ins or late check-outs.
Address: 5 Mouat Street, Fremantle
10. Port Mill B&B
Best for: Couples looking for low-key luxury
This historic building was originally a flour mill built in 1862. Now fully restored, it is home to four luxury rooms, each with ensuites and private balconies overlooking Fremantle. Port Mill B&B also has a tranquil courtyard for guests to unwind after a day of exploring.
Each room at Port Mill B&B comes with a private balcony.
Address: 3/17 Essex Street, Fremantle
11. Fothergills of Fremantle
Best for: Couples after a little luxury
This heritage-listed 19th-century mansion sits upon the slope of Monument Hill overlooking Fremantle and the Indian Ocean beyond.
Fothergills of Fremantle is nestled on Monument Hill.
The six rooms are artfully filled with a rich collection of paintings, sculptures, glass and pottery.
Breakfast is made to order and served in a sun-filled conservatory, and cheese boards to accompany wine are available on request.
You’ll find a giant chess set outside the property.
Address: 18/22 Ord St, Fremantle
12. Quest Apartments
Best for: Families (and even pets)
Make yourself at home in one of Quest Apartment’s one, two-bedroom or studio-serviced apartments, perfect for long-term stays and families. There’s a well-equipped gym and laundry on-site, with some of Fremantle’s famous restaurants a short walk away. Plus, there are pet-friendly rooms for those travelling with their furry family members.
Address: Unit 1/8 Pakenham St, Fremantle
13. Pier 21 apartments
Best for: Families (and pets) or long-term travellers
This boutique riverside hotel in North Fremantle is ideal for longer-term visitors looking for a home away from home, but with a touch of indulgence. Breakfast is served in the hotel lounge each morning, while guests also have access to their in-room kitchenette and poolside BBQ facilities. The heart of Freo is a short train or bike ride away.
Address: 7/9 John St, North Fremantle
14. Be. Fremantle
Best for: Families
Be. Fremantle is situated right in Fishing Boat Harbour and offers studio, one, two or three-bedroom apartments, each boasting spectacular water views and kitchens.
Stay at the apartment-style Be Fremantle accommodation right next to the fishing harbour.
Guests can access the hotel’s laundry, barbecue facilities, grocery shopping service, bike hire and complimentary cots, high-chairs and stair guards.
Wake up to spectacular water views from your one-bedroom apartment.
Address: 43 Mews Rd, Fremantle
15. Fremantle Harbourside Luxury Apartments
Best for: Families or long-term travellers
The Fremantle Harbourside Luxury Apartments are located in Freo’s historic west end, walking distance to a multitude of restaurants, cafes and public transport. Guests can choose from one, two or three-bedroom apartments, each with their own kitchen, laundry facilities and balcony to take in the ocean views.
Address: 14 Phillimore Street, Fremantle
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