Unusual accommodation in Fremantle, Western Australia

Unusual accommodation in Fremantle, Western Australia, includes a hotel made of shipping containers and a World Heritage-listed prison.

The port city of Fremantle is arguably the most attractive part of Perth. Freo is full of heritage buildings, craft breweries and cafés. It also offers some unusual accommodation…

5 great day trips from Perth – make your visit special

Rottnest Island ferry transfer – with bike hire and snorkelling gear. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
The Pinnacles desert – with koalas 🐨 and sandboarding.
Wave Rock day tour – with wildflowers & Aboriginal culture.
Margaret River wineries experience 🍷 – with tastings, caves & Cape Leeuwin Lighthouse.
Full day Swan Valley wine tour 🍷– with lunch.

Unusual accommodation in Fremantle: The Hougoumont Hotel

The Hougoumont Hotel is named after the last convict ship to arrive in Australia, and the names of those on board are written on the walls. The rooms are playfully cabin-like, with wood-panelled walls, clever space-creating shelving and a curving, frosted-glass wall separating off the surprisingly marble-packed bathroom.

These cabin-like rooms are actually cleverly-converted shipping containers.

Take advantage of the freebies, including fruit and bottles of water in reception, and the complimentary wine and cheese hour between 5pm and 6pm.

Rooms at the Hougoumont Hotel in Fremantle cost from around $175. Book here.

Things to book in Fremantle before you arrive

Your Rottnest Island ferry tickets and bike hire.
A best of Fremantle two hour walking tour.
Whale-watching cruise tickets.
A street art and beer tour.
A half day sailing cruise to Carnac Island.
A sunset sailing cruise.
A four venue Fremantle bar tour.

Unusual accommodation in Fremantle: Fremantle Prison YHA

Fremantle Prison YHA offers up rooms inside the former cells and guard cottages of the World Heritage-listed Fremantle Prison. This 1850s, convict-built prison is the most impressive historic attraction in Perth, and being able to stay there is an appealing gimmick.

The Fremantle Prison YHA is primarily dorm accommodation aimed at backpackers, but has doubles with private bathrooms too.

Sleeping quarters are split between the former cells of the women’s wing, the Victorian-era guards cottages and a purpose-built modern building tacked on the back. The history is nicely embraced – corridors are lined with displays telling tales of former prisoners and escapees. The kitchen is in the old cookhouse, while the former exercise yard is now a lawn regularly commandeered by sunbathers. Dorm beds and ensuite doubles cost from $29 and $144 respectively. Book here.

The Fremantle Prison is home to the Fremantle Prison YHA. Photo by David Whitley/ Australia Travel Questions.

While staying in Fremantle, you can ride on the Fremantle ferris wheel, take the Rottnest Express ferry to Rottnest Island from B Shed and visit either the Roundhouse or the WA Shipwrecks Museum.

Good places to eat include Bathers Beach House and Bread In Common.

DON’T MISS OUT! 9 fabulous Perth experiences to book today ✅

✅ See the Rottnest Island quokkas the smart way – with a ferry and bike package.
✅ Be amazed by the abundant wildlife – on a dolphin, penguin and sealion cruise.
✅ See clear night skies in a moon-like desert – on a Pinnacles stargazing experience.
✅ Indulge in chocolate, cheese & premium wines – on a Swan Valley food and wine tour.
✅ See the city sunset from the water – on a Swan River dinner cruise.
✅ Watch gold being melted and poured – on a Perth Mint gold tour.
✅ Combine nature with imperious city views – on Kings Park Segway tour.
✅ Face your fears and get the thrill of your life on a – on a 15,000ft skydive.
✅ Find all the best hidden hangouts – on a small bar and street art tour.