Esplanade Hotel Fremantle by Rydges

Property class: 4.5
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2 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Serves lunch and dinner
Exterior
Private beach nearby
Daily buffet breakfast for a fee

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services

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Cnr Marine Terrace and Essex St, Fremantle, WA, 6160
  • Place, Esplanade Hotel
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Fremantle Markets
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Fremantle Prison
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Perth, WA (PER)
    ‪37 min drive‬
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Room options

Superior Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(69 reviews)
  • 291 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Superior Twin Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(27 reviews)
  • 291 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Room, Park View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(22 reviews)
  • Park view
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

Executive Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • 366 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 474 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premier Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • Park view
  • 570 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Room, Pool View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(32 reviews)
  • 312 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Superior Pool View Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • 312 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

King Pool View Spa Suite

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(17 reviews)
  • 366 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, Accessible

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(12 reviews)
  • 291 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Superior Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • 312 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

Perth

Located in Fremantle, Esplanade Hotel Fremantle by Rydges is within a 5-minute walk of popular attractions such as Fremantle Markets and University of Notre Dame Australia. This 300-room, 4.5-star hotel welcomes guests with 2 outdoor pools, 2 restaurants, and a private beach.

What's nearby

  • Esplanade Hotel - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Fremantle Markets - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Round House - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Fremantle Prison - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Fremantle Passenger Terminal - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Fremantle Station - 9 min walk
  • Perth Airport (PER) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Little Creatures Brewery - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Deck by Little Creatures & Co. - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Bistrot Café - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Cos Baby Freo - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Grill'd - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Esplanade Hotel Fremantle by Rydges

Guests of Esplanade Hotel Fremantle by Rydges enjoy features like 2 outdoor pools, free WiFi in public areas, and meeting rooms. Multilingual staff at the 24-hour front desk can assist with luggage storage, securing valuables, and tours or tickets. Other amenities at this luxury hotel include a conference center, a computer station, and express check-out.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 50-inch LCD TVs with digital channels. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries, and pillowtop beds with premium bedding and pillow menus ensure a restful night. Other amenities include minibars, coffee makers, and laptop-compatible safes.
2 outdoor swimming pools are on site.

Children under 14 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Offsite parking available (AUD 30 per day)

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; AUD 30 to 42 for adults and AUD 15 to 21 for children
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar

Restaurants on site

  • Atrium Garden Restaurant
  • Ball & Chain Bar
  • Marine Lounge Bar

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Bicycle rentals

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 10 meeting rooms
  • Computer station
  • Conference center (8,611 square feet of space)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Front entrance ramp
  • High-pile carpet in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 5 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1850
  • Colonial architecture
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Reception hall
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillow menu
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch LCD TV with digital channels
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.50 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
This property enforces quiet hours from 9:00 PM to 6:00 AM
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • One child 11 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 60.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Breakage deposit: AUD 200 per night

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately AUD 30 to 42 for adults, and AUD 15 to 21 for children
  • Nearby parking fee: AUD 30 per day (164 ft away)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 60.0 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.50 percent

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking out is easy with express services.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Esplanade Fremantle Rydges
Esplanade Hotel Fremantle Rydges
Esplanade Fremantle By Rydges
Esplanade Hotel Fremantle by Rydges Hotel
Esplanade Hotel Fremantle by Rydges Fremantle
Esplanade Hotel Fremantle by Rydges Hotel Fremantle

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Esplanade Hotel Fremantle by Rydges?

Esplanade Hotel Fremantle by Rydges offers free cancellation on certain room rates. For more details, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Esplanade Hotel Fremantle by Rydges?

As of Apr 11, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Esplanade Hotel Fremantle by Rydges on Apr 27, 2026 start from $148, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What is there to do near Esplanade Hotel Fremantle by Rydges?

This hotel is situated in Fremantle, just steps from Fremantle Markets and Esplanade Hotel, and within a short walk of Fremantle Prison. You'll also find Fremantle Passenger Terminal and Bathers Beach less than a mile away.

Does Esplanade Hotel Fremantle by Rydges have a casino on the premises?

No, Esplanade Hotel Fremantle by Rydges doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Esplanade Hotel Fremantle by Rydges?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there are 2 outdoor pools.

Does Esplanade Hotel Fremantle by Rydges have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Esplanade Hotel Fremantle by Rydges has 2 restaurants, and serves buffet breakfast each morning for a surcharge.

Does Esplanade Hotel Fremantle by Rydges allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Esplanade Hotel Fremantle by Rydges though service animals are welcome.

How far is the airport from Esplanade Hotel Fremantle by Rydges?

The closest major airport to Esplanade Hotel Fremantle by Rydges is Perth Airport (PER), which is 18.4 mi away (34 minutes by car).

Does Esplanade Hotel Fremantle by Rydges offer wedding services?

There are wedding services available at Esplanade Hotel Fremantle by Rydges if that's in your vacation plans.

Esplanade Hotel Fremantle by Rydges Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 474 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 302 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 158 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 46 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 28 out of 1008 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Lorraine

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
It was only ok! Not enough staff at reception when checking in & out. No complimentary water. The coffee at buffet breakfast should be included in the cost of the breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

4/10 Poor

Robert

Very tired property & not well maintained
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Andrea

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff and rooms were great.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

rozenn CAROLINE, MARRICKVILLE

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We love staying at the Esplanade when we visit Fremantle. Always our first choice! Great for families, very convenient. Gym ,pools, mini fridge in the room. Perfect base for a stay in Fremantle.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Jessica

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Sheri-Ann

I would give 3.5 stars. Terrific location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Benjamin

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
For such a large prestigious hotel, the gymnasium is on a shoestring cheap budget items. The pools were filthy not cleaned paper dirt leafs in water did not see it cleaned once The bedroom not having a exhaust fan and everything becoming damp from condensation Only exhaust area was above shower spout which was caked in black and brown mouldy Spurs
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Jeanette

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Hotel is in a great location, staff are friendly, walkways feel a little old. And doors look chipped.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Danielle

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Lindsy

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The room just would not cool down, out of date. Needs renovated.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Belinda, Eagehawk

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

Chris

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is rundown and in desperate need of renovation. We didn't receive any acknowledgement of our Expedia status, upgrade or complimentary drinks. Generally received bad service for three days.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

LOREDANA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
I did not have the breakfast,
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Sandra

Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Shauna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
No thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Florence

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean room with a comfortable bed.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anita

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All the staff were wonderful. Thank you to everyone for looking after us
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Nicola

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Getting very run down great location charge for extra 1 hour after request for 12. O’clock check out after staying 6 nights is a bit stingy !!! Mini bar check did not even knock at door and housekeeping knocking on the door at 9am to service room not ideal on a weekend. Disappointing the pool area was nice
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

paul keith

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice stay
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Kit Woon

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This is the finest hotel among the three we experienced in WA. The staff is amiable, and a special commendation goes to Zoey, who was exceptionally helpful and friendly; her smiles and assistance created a very welcoming atmosphere.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Trudy

Close to lots of amenities and nice staff. Room was nice and quiet
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025