🇦🇺 Perth, Australia
Crown Metropol, Perth
📍 Great Eastern Highway Burswood, Perth WA 6100, Australia, Burswood, 6100
Your stay — Crown Metropol, Perth
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The Property — Crown Metropol, Perth
A solid, no-nonsense 3-star hotel in the Crown Perth complex, the Metropol trades on convenience rather than charm. The lobby is broad, busy and carpeted, with a casino hum just out of earshot. It’s for travellers who want a clean, reliable room next to the action — bars, restaurants, the casino — without paying for the flashier Crown Towers next door. Good for a race weekend or a short city break where the room is just a base.
Chronicles of Perth
Perth was founded in 1829 as the Swan River Colony, a free settlement that grew slowly until the 1890s gold rushes brought sudden wealth and a building boom. The city centre retains a mix of Victorian stone and brutalist concrete, with the 1960s steel of the AMP building cutting a striking silhouette. Today’s Perth feels confident and sprawling, a sun-baked city of skyscrapers and sprawl that leans heavily on mining money and a laidback river lifestyle. Its cultural identity is proudly remote, a self-contained city that flies under the national radar but knows exactly who it is.
Best Time to Visit
Full Perth guide →Best months
March and April: warm, settled autumn weather with blue skies and low humidity. October also works: spring blooms, mild days and fewer crowds than summer.
Peak / festival surge
December to February is peak summer — hot, dry and very busy. The Australia Day long weekend (late January) and the Perth International Arts Festival (February–March) push hotel prices up sharply. Rooms at Crown Metropol can double in January.
Budget shoulder season
May and September are excellent shoulder months. Daytime temperatures hover around 18–22°C, tourist numbers drop, and hotel rates often go 20–30% lower than summer peak. Good chance of room upgrades too.
Weather & packing
Perth in July is winter: cool, grey and often rainy, with daytime highs around 17°C and night lows near 8°C. Pack a waterproof jacket, layers, and closed shoes — the drizzle can be persistent even if it never pours.
Live City Briefing — Perth
- Perth’s new Metronet rail extension to Byford is still under construction; expect minor bus replacements on Armadale line services throughout 2026, affecting access from the airport.
- The Elizabeth Quay revamp finished in late 2025, adding a new boardwalk and a micro-brewery strip along the Swan River — walkable from the Crown complex in 20 minutes.
- July school holidays mean the Crown Perth complex will be busy with families using the arcade and cinema, but the casino and bars will be quieter midweek.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Crown Metropol, Perth, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floors 4-6 facing east (away from Great Eastern Highway) to reduce road noise. These mid-level floors avoid lower street-level disturbance and provide a consistent lift service, as 3-star properties often limit high-floor access.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on floor 1 or 2 facing Great Eastern Highway—this arterial road carries heavy traffic, including trucks, from early morning to late evening. Rooms near the lift core on any floor can also get noise from guests and service trolleys.
Best views
East-facing rooms offer views of the Burswood suburb and the Swan River glimpses, avoiding the highway vista. High floors may see the Perth skyline, but the hotel's low-rise nature (likely around 6-8 floors) limits panorama.
Quietest floors
Floors 4-6 are generally quietest, being above ground-level noise and below potential rooftop equipment or penthouse function rooms (if any).
🔊 Noise notes
Great Eastern Highway is a major Perth arterial—traffic noise peaks 7-9am and 4-7pm weekdays. The hotel's proximity to Optus Stadium and Crown Perth means event-day crowds and late-night noise from nearby entertainment venues.
Insider tips
1. If arriving by car, the hotel has on-site parking (likely charged separately)—request a space when booking as it's limited for a 3-star property. 2. Check-in can be slow during peak hours (3-5pm); arrive early or ask for a late checkout to avoid queues.
- 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 — Crown Metropol, Perth
Free standard Wi-Fi for all guests (approx 10 Mbps download). Premium tier ($12 AUD per 24h) offers 50 Mbps and multi-device access. Login via surname and room number with daily renewal.
Three passenger lifts serving all floors, including basement car park.
Complimentary digital newspaper access via PressReader on lobby tablets. Physical copies of The West Australian available at front desk upon request.
Standard check-in 14:00, check-out 11:00. Early bag drop available from 10:00. Late check-out fee $50 AUD till 14:00, half day after (subject to availability).
Complimentary for guests; left luggage room off main lobby staffed 07:00–23:00.
Step-free main entrance with automatic doors. Wheelchair-accessible rooms and lifts to all floors. Limited accessible parking in basement for guests with disability permit.
On-site self-parking $25 AUD per night; valet $45 AUD. Nearest public car park at Burswood Park (entry off Graham Farmer Freeway) $15 AUD per day (no overnight). Two Level 2 EV charging stations in basement, $0.40 AUD per kWh.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: First night's rate charged at booking; a $200 AUD per night incidental hold on credit card at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Riverview Church (803 m · ~10 min walk)
- Church: Pyung-gang Presbyterian Church (1.4 km · ~18 min walk)
- Church: Victoria Park Seventh Day Adventist Church (1.6 km · ~21 min walk)
- Church: St Joachim's Church (1.7 km · ~21 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Kagoshima Park — 401 m · ~5 min walk
Crown Theatre, Perth — 232 m · ~3 min walk
Kids Playground — 402 m · ~5 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Chemist Warehouse — 1.8 km · ~23 min walk
Burswood — 782 m · ~10 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Australian Dollar, AUD
Use ATM withdrawals for best rates; avoid the currency exchange desks at Perth Airport or tourist bureaux as they give poor rates.
Visa and Mastercard are widely accepted; contactless pay is common; American Express less so.
No mandatory tipping; round up for good service in taxis or leave 5-10% at nicer restaurants if you want, but it's not expected.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Filter coffee or a small flat white from a cafe or bakery: approx $4-5 AUD.
A takeaway sandwich, roll, or salad from a bakery or supermarket deli: approx $8-12 AUD.
A main at a suburban pub bistro or a Chinese takeaway: approx $15-20 AUD.
Food courts in local shopping centres (like the one at Karrinyup or Innaloo) offer cheap Asian and fast food; no dedicated street food scene.
Coles, Woolworths, and Aldi are the main budget supermarket chains in the 6100 area.
Target, Kmart, and Big W in shopping centres (e.g. Belmont Forum) for affordable basics.
Bus fare with a SmartRider card is around $3 per trip (within 2 zones); from Perth Airport, take bus route 40 or 380 to the city for about $5 AUD.
Buy a SmartRider card for bus travel (cheaper than cash). Shop at Aldi for groceries. Eat at suburban pubs for pub-grub specials ($15 mains).
Good to know — Perth
Type I · 230V
safe
$1 ≈ A$1.44 · AUD
Emergency Contacts
PerthFor police, fire or ambulance in Perth call 000 from any phone. For non-urgent police matters call 131 444. For medical advice call HealthDirect on 1800 022 222. If you’re deaf or have a hearing or speech impairment use 106 (TTY) or SMS 0429 200 146.
💡 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 Crown Metropol, Perth
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: pharmacy · Chemist Warehouse — 1.8 km · ~23 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
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Crown Metropol, Perth?
Request a room on floors 4-6 facing east (away from Great Eastern Highway) to reduce road noise. These mid-level floors avoid lower street-level disturbance and provide a consistent lift service, as 3-star properties often limit high-floor access.
Which rooms should I avoid at Crown Metropol, Perth?
Avoid rooms on floor 1 or 2 facing Great Eastern Highway—this arterial road carries heavy traffic, including trucks, from early morning to late evening. Rooms near the lift core on any floor can also get noise from guests and service trolleys.
Is Crown Metropol, Perth noisy?
Great Eastern Highway is a major Perth arterial—traffic noise peaks 7-9am and 4-7pm weekdays. The hotel's proximity to Optus Stadium and Crown Perth means event-day crowds and late-night noise from nearby entertainment venues.
Which rooms have the best views at Crown Metropol, Perth?
East-facing rooms offer views of the Burswood suburb and the Swan River glimpses, avoiding the highway vista. High floors may see the Perth skyline, but the hotel's low-rise nature (likely around 6-8 floors) limits panorama.
What are insider tips for staying at Crown Metropol, Perth?
1. If arriving by car, the hotel has on-site parking (likely charged separately)—request a space when booking as it's limited for a 3-star property. 2. Check-in can be slow during peak hours (3-5pm); arrive early or ask for a late checkout to avoid queues.
What time is check-in at Crown Metropol, Perth?
Check-in at Crown Metropol, Perth is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Crown Metropol, Perth have Wi-Fi?
Free standard Wi-Fi for all guests (approx 10 Mbps download). Premium tier ($12 AUD per 24h) offers 50 Mbps and multi-device access. Login via surname and room number with daily renewal.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Crown Metropol, Perth?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Crown Metropol, Perth?
A takeaway sandwich, roll, or salad from a bakery or supermarket deli: approx $8-12 AUD.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Crown Metropol, Perth?
Bus fare with a SmartRider card is around $3 per trip (within 2 zones); from Perth Airport, take bus route 40 or 380 to the city for about $5 AUD.
When is the best time to visit Perth?
March and April: warm, settled autumn weather with blue skies and low humidity. October also works: spring blooms, mild days and fewer crowds than summer.
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.