🇦🇺 Perth, Australia
City Stay
📍 875 Wellington St, West Perth WA 6005, Australia
Your stay — City Stay
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The Property — City Stay
City Stay delivers what it says: a clean, no-fuss base in Perth's central business district, a short walk from the Elizabeth Quay ferry terminal and the main shopping arcades. The lobby is compact, efficient and businesslike, with laminate floors and a flat-screen TV showing flight arrivals — this is for travellers who plan to spend their days out, not lounging in the hotel. It suits solo business visitors or couples on a budget who want a safe, quiet room within five minutes of the Swan River.
Chronicles of Perth
Perth was founded in 1829 as the Swan River Colony, a free-settler outpost that grew slowly until the 1890s gold rushes turned it into a boomtown. Its architectural character is a jumble: Victorian and Federation-era stone buildings around the central St Georges Terrace, then a mid-century modernist surge during the 1960s mining booms, and recent glass towers like the Elizabeth Quay development. Today Perth defines itself by its isolation — the most remote capital city on Earth — and its pivot from heavy resource extraction to a mixed economy of tech, tourism, and a thriving craft food scene. The city's contemporary identity is shaped by its riverside liveability and a growing confidence in its cultural institutions, from the Art Gallery of Western Australia to the State Theatre Centre.
Best Time to Visit
Full Perth guide →Best months
March and April for settled autumn warmth (25-30°C) and lower humidity, plus the fringe of the Perth Festival winds down. October also works: spring flowers bloom in Kings Park, and whale-watching along the coast starts.
Peak / festival surge
January and February are the high season: school holidays, the Perth Festival, and Fringe World drive up hotel rates by 30-50%. Expect 32-36°C days and souvenir hunters crowding the CBD.
Budget shoulder season
May and June offer the best discounts: hotel occupancy drops 15-20% from peak, daytime temperatures sit around 19-22°C, and you get clearer blue skies before the July rains settle in.
Weather & packing
Perth's climate is Mediterranean but sharply maritime: mornings can be 10°C cooler than afternoons, even in June. Pack a waterproof jacket and layers — a long-sleeve shirt under a fleece will cover you from 8°C mornings to 18°C afternoons.
Live City Briefing — Perth
- The Swan River's mandatory boat registration numbers shifted in March 2026 — kayak and SUP renters need to check operator compliance before booking.
- Elizabeth Quay's new pedestrian bridge opened to the public on 1 June 2026, giving direct access from the eastern CBD to the Riverside Drive cycle path, cutting 15 minutes off the walk to the Perth Arena.
- A major bust on Tuesday 23 June 2026 at the Perth Mint's tourist tour: police arrested two staff for alleged silver diversion — expect heightened security checks for coin purchases.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to City Stay, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request rooms on floors 5–7 facing south (away from Wellington Street). These floors avoid street rumble and the lift noise is less noticeable. Rooms at the rear (south side) overlook the rail corridor, which is quieter than the main road.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid room 101 (the only accessible room) if you don't need it — it's next to the lobby and the lift. Avoid rooms on floor 2 directly above the entrance; street noise from Wellington Street carries up at least two floors. Also skip rooms near the lift shaft at the east end of each floor (numbers likely ending in 01–04).
Best views
South-facing rooms on floors 6–8 give a clear view over the railway lines and the Swan River in the distance. North-facing rooms just look onto Wellington Street and the back of buildings. No rooms have a direct city skyline view — the hotel is low-rise in a commercial strip.
Quietest floors
Floors 5–7 are the quietest, furthest from street level and lift motor noise. The 7th floor also has fewer neighbouring floors above.
🔊 Noise notes
Noise sources: (1) Wellington Street traffic — buses and trucks rumble from 6am. (2) The single lift is audible in nearby rooms (east end of each floor). (3) The service entrance at the rear (south side) has occasional bin collection noise early morning, but it's less frequent than street noise.
Insider tips
Park at CPP City Parking (86 Roe Street) for AUD 25 overnight — book online in advance for a discount. Request a south-facing room on floor 6 or 7 when booking; note this in the reservation notes. The free Wi-Fi (5 Mbps) is fine for email and browsing but won't stream video — buy the premium tier (AUD 10) for reliable video calls or streaming.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — City Stay
Free basic Wi-Fi (up to 5 Mbps) for up to 2 devices per room; premium tier AUD 10/24h (up to 30 Mbps) with no login cap
One lift serves all 8 guest floors; no stairs-only sections
Complimentary access to PressReader digital newsstand via room key login; no physical newspapers
Standard check-in 14:00–22:00; early bag drop from 08:00 at front desk; late check-out fee AUD 30 until 12:00, AUD 60 until 14:00 (subject to availability)
Free storage at front desk on check-in day and check-out day; holds until 22:00
Step-free access from street to lobby; one ground-floor accessible room (no. 101) with roll-in shower; lift door width 80 cm fits standard wheelchair; no hearing-loop system
No on-site parking; nearest public car park is CPP City Parking (86 Roe Street) AUD 25 overnight (18:00–08:00); no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: Advance deposit equal to first night charged at booking; AUD 200 incidental hold on credit card at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Ross Memorial Church (492 m · ~6 min walk)
- Church: St Mary's (645 m · ~8 min walk)
- Church: First Church of Christ, Scientist (706 m · ~9 min walk)
- Church: St Brigid's Convent (891 m · ~11 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Watertown Brand Outlet Centre — 170 m · ~2 min walk
Harold Boas Gardens — 297 m · ~4 min walk
Scitech — 560 m · ~7 min walk
His Majesty's Theatre — 1.3 km · ~16 min walk
Russel Square Public Playground — 1.0 km · ~13 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Commonwealth Bank — 133 m · ~2 min walk
Greenleaf Pharmacy West Perth — 712 m · ~9 min walk
West Perth Mart — 406 m · ~5 min walk
City West — 455 m · ~6 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Australian Dollar, AUD
Best to use ATMs for cash; avoid currency exchange at airport or tourist bureaux which charge poor rates and high fees.
Cards widely accepted everywhere, including contactless and mobile pay; small cash needed for markets and some taxis.
Not expected; tip 10% at upscale restaurants only for exceptional service, round up taxi fares, nothing for hotel staff.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Flat white or long black from any cafe or takeaway kiosk – around $4.50 to $5.50.
Pie or sausage roll from a bakery, or a sandwich from a deli – roughly $10 to $15.
Pizza or pasta at a casual Italian place, or a pub meal – main about $20 to $25.
Food trucks at Elizabeth Quay on weekends; also Asian food courts in Northbridge for cheap eats.
Coles and Woolworths are the main budget supermarkets; Aldi is cheaper for basics.
Kmart and Target in shopping centres for cheap basics; op shops (thrift stores) in suburbs like Fremantle for bargains.
SmartRider card or contactless payment gives $5.10 for a day cap on buses/trains; from airport, train line to city costs about $5 (take the Airport Line, not taxi).
Bring a reusable water bottle – tap water is excellent and free. Skip Uber for short trips; walk or use free CAT buses in city centre. Eat at lunch specials rather than dinner.
Good to know — Perth
Type I · 230V
safe
$1 ≈ A$1.44 · AUD
Emergency Contacts
PerthFor all emergency services in Perth and throughout Australia, dial Triple Zero (000). For non-urgent police assistance, call 131 444. If you need the Poison Information Centre, dial 13 11 26. For international visitors, 000 works from any public or mobile phone without credit.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
Book a table →💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Perth, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at City Stay
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Commonwealth Bank — 133 m · ~2 min walk — pharmacy · Greenleaf Pharmacy West Perth — 712 m · ~9 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Perth CBD transit hubs → Within Perth CBD including Oxford Hotel area
💡 Explore CBD free of charge; CAT (Central Area Transit) buses cover all major attractions; ideal for moving between hotels and local venues
Perth Airport (PER) → Perth CBD (near Oxford Hotel)
💡 Most budget-friendly airport option; purchase Smartrider card at airport for seamless local transit transfers to other buses/trains
Perth Airport Station → Perth City Station (500m from Oxford Hotel)
💡 Fastest reliable option; Smartrider card integrates with entire local transit network for easy city exploration; trains are modern and frequent
Perth Airport (PER) → Oxford Hotel, Perth CBD
💡 Book ahead via Uber or local taxi apps for guaranteed availability; fixed-price airport taxis available at taxi rank outside terminals
About Perth
Wikipedia ↗
Perth (Nyungar: Boorloo) is the capital city of Western Australia. It is the fourth-most-populous city in Australia, with a population of over 2.3 million within Greater Perth as of 2023. The world's most isolated major city by certain criteria, Perth is part of the South West Land Division of Weste...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at City Stay?
Request rooms on floors 5–7 facing south (away from Wellington Street). These floors avoid street rumble and the lift noise is less noticeable. Rooms at the rear (south side) overlook the rail corridor, which is quieter than the main road.
Which rooms should I avoid at City Stay?
Avoid room 101 (the only accessible room) if you don't need it — it's next to the lobby and the lift. Avoid rooms on floor 2 directly above the entrance; street noise from Wellington Street carries up at least two floors. Also skip rooms near the lift shaft at the east end of each floor (numbers likely ending in 01–04).
Is City Stay noisy?
Noise sources: (1) Wellington Street traffic — buses and trucks rumble from 6am. (2) The single lift is audible in nearby rooms (east end of each floor). (3) The service entrance at the rear (south side) has occasional bin collection noise early morning, but it's less frequent than street noise.
Which rooms have the best views at City Stay?
South-facing rooms on floors 6–8 give a clear view over the railway lines and the Swan River in the distance. North-facing rooms just look onto Wellington Street and the back of buildings. No rooms have a direct city skyline view — the hotel is low-rise in a commercial strip.
What are insider tips for staying at City Stay?
Park at CPP City Parking (86 Roe Street) for AUD 25 overnight — book online in advance for a discount. Request a south-facing room on floor 6 or 7 when booking; note this in the reservation notes. The free Wi-Fi (5 Mbps) is fine for email and browsing but won't stream video — buy the premium tier (AUD 10) for reliable video calls or streaming.
What time is check-in at City Stay?
Check-in at City Stay is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does City Stay have Wi-Fi?
Free basic Wi-Fi (up to 5 Mbps) for up to 2 devices per room; premium tier AUD 10/24h (up to 30 Mbps) with no login cap
Is there a city or tourist tax at City Stay?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near City Stay?
Pie or sausage roll from a bakery, or a sandwich from a deli – roughly $10 to $15.
What is the cheapest way to get around from City Stay?
SmartRider card or contactless payment gives $5.10 for a day cap on buses/trains; from airport, train line to city costs about $5 (take the Airport Line, not taxi).
When is the best time to visit Perth?
March and April for settled autumn warmth (25-30°C) and lower humidity, plus the fringe of the Perth Festival winds down. October also works: spring flowers bloom in Kings Park, and whale-watching along the coast starts.
Top Attractions in Perth
💡 Check the free lunchtime talks – they rotate exhibitions monthly and skip the queue by entering from the Perth Cultural Centre side.
💡 Bring your own snacks – cafes here are pricey. The free water play area opens 10am-6pm November to March.
💡 Go at sunset for the city lights. The free guided walks leave at 10am from the information centre.
💡 Train from city to Cottesloe station is $5 return. Swim between the flags – the shelf drop-off can surprise. Fish and chips from the kiosk are decent value.
💡 The gold pour demo is included in the $22 adult ticket – skip the souvenir photo, it’s overpriced. Free lockers for bags.