The National Hotel

Overview of The National Hotel

The National Hotel is a restored heritage hotel at 98 High Street in the centre of Fremantle, the historic port city at the mouth of the Swan River in Western Australia. The property's official website describes it as "beautifully restored" and sums up what sits under one roof: 12 individually styled ensuite hotel rooms, a rooftop bar, a restaurant with wrap-around verandas, and a traditional pub that hosts live music every day. That combination of a working pub downstairs and boutique rooms upstairs is what sets The National Hotel apart from the larger, purpose-built hotels around the Fremantle waterfront.

On Traveloka the property is listed as a 3-star hotel with 12 rooms, and the listing notes that each guestroom is individually decorated. The hotel's own site adds that the rooms are spread over two floors and that each floor has its own distinctive feel, with several rooms tucked into the eaves of the building and others opening onto balconies above High Street.

The location is the other headline. Traveloka's listing places Kings Square about 0.1 km away and the Fremantle Markets roughly 0.3 km from the door. For travellers from Singapore who want to explore Fremantle on foot, sample its cafes and heritage streetscapes, and still be close to the Rottnest Island ferries, The National Hotel puts most of the town within walking distance.

Room Types at The National Hotel

The official website lists eight room categories across the hotel's 12 rooms. Sizes run from a compact 16 sq m queen room up to 31 sq m corner suites, and several categories come with a private balcony. Because there are so few rooms in each category, it is worth checking availability early, especially for the balcony and corner suite options.

Queen Room

The entry-level category on the official site, the Queen Room has one queen bed for two guests in about 16 sq m. The hotel describes it as having a queen-size bed and an ensuite bathroom set in the eaves of the building, which suits solo travellers or couples who plan to spend most of the day out exploring Fremantle.

Deluxe Queen Room

At around 23 sq m, the Deluxe Queen Room also sleeps two in a queen bed. The official site calls these heritage-styled rooms in the eaves of the building, giving a little more space than the standard Queen Room while keeping the same tucked-away, top-floor character.

Deluxe King / Twin Accessible

This 24 sq m room can be set up with one king bed or two single beds for two guests. It is described by the hotel as a heritage room in the eaves, and Traveloka's facility list confirms that the property offers an accessible bathroom and an elevator. Guests with specific accessibility needs should confirm the room's set-up with the hotel before arrival.

Deluxe King / Twin with Balcony

Also 24 sq m with a choice of one king or two single beds, this category adds a balcony. The hotel calls these heritage rooms with a balcony, a good fit for friends travelling together who want twin beds and some outdoor space.

Deluxe Queen with Balcony and Queen with Balcony

Two further queen-bed categories, each around 24 sq m for two guests, both come with a balcony. The official site describes the Deluxe Queen with Balcony as a high-ceiling heritage room, while the Queen with Balcony is presented as a room with a large bathroom.

Corner Deluxe King Suite and Corner Deluxe King Suite with Balcony

The largest rooms at The National Hotel are the two corner suite categories, each about 31 sq m with one king bed and a maximum of four guests. The hotel describes the Corner Deluxe King Suite as a room with a large bathroom, and the balcony version as a heritage suite with a large balcony overlooking Fremantle. Individual room descriptions on the official site mention touches such as a lounge area, a freestanding bath and double shower in one room, and double French doors out to a private balcony in another, so read each room's details before you book if a particular feature matters to you.

Across the hotel, Traveloka's listing notes that rooms feature minibars and Smart televisions, free WiFi, private bathrooms with complimentary toiletries and hair dryers, plus safes, desks and phones with free local calls. A rollaway bed can be requested for a fee, and extra-person charges may apply depending on the room.

Facilities and Amenities

As a boutique hotel attached to a busy pub, The National Hotel focuses on its food and drink venues and its location rather than resort-style extras. According to the official site, the building is split into three distinct spaces: a ground-floor bar with food and live music, a first-floor restaurant and bar, and a rooftop area with a bar, food and views across Fremantle. Traveloka's listing also records a terrace and a rooftop terrace among the hotel's general facilities.

Facilities and services confirmed on the Traveloka listing include:

• Connectivity: free WiFi
• Getting around the building: an elevator
• Accessibility: an accessible bathroom
• Security: a safety deposit box
• Front desk services: express check-in, express check-out and luggage storage
• Events: a wedding service
• Extras: entertainment for adults and beach towels
• Smoke-free areas within the property

Weddings and private functions are a real strength here. The official site explains that couples can celebrate in the vintage-style first-floor restaurant with exclusive use of that level, dedicated bar access for guests and exclusive use of the wrap-around balcony, and that the hotel's 12 rooms can be booked for the wedding party afterwards. For ceremonies, the hotel points couples to its associated business, the Fremantle Marriage Office.

A few practical notes from the listing: the property is cashless and accepts cards rather than cash, contactless check-out is available, and pets are not allowed. There is no on-site car park listed; instead, the hotel notes nearby paid parking about 300 metres away. Because the hotel sits above a live-music pub in a lively part of town, Traveloka's listing states that noise-free rooms cannot be guaranteed, which light sleepers should keep in mind.

Location and Getting There

The National Hotel's address is 98 High Street, Fremantle, Western Australia 6160, in the compact heart of the city. Traveloka's area information lists a long run of attractions within a short walk:

• Kings Square – about 0.1 km
• Fremantle Markets – about 0.3 km
• University of Notre Dame Australia – about 0.4 km
• Round House – about 0.5 km
• Rottnest Express B Shed Ferry Terminal – about 0.6 km
• Fremantle Prison – about 0.7 km
• Bathers Beach – about 0.7 km
• WA Maritime Museum – about 0.9 km
• Fremantle Fishing Boat Harbour – about 1.1 km
• Fremantle Arts Centre – about 1.2 km
• South Beach – about 2.3 km

That means a guest can walk to the Round House and Bathers Beach for sunset, browse the Fremantle Markets, and reach the B Shed ferry terminal for a day trip to Rottnest Island, all without needing a car. Further out, the listing puts Adventure World within about a 15-minute drive, Scarborough Beach about 18.6 km away and Crown Perth roughly 19.4 km away.

The nearest major airport is Perth Airport (PER), about 29.7 km from the hotel according to Traveloka's data. Singapore travellers can book flights to Perth on Traveloka and then continue to Fremantle by taxi, rideshare or a pre-arranged transfer; the hotel itself does not list an airport transfer service. Note that the front desk is staffed during limited hours (9am to 9pm), so if you expect to arrive after 10pm the hotel asks you to contact it in advance using the details on your booking confirmation.

Dining at The National Hotel

Food and drink are at the centre of The National Hotel's identity. The official site lists three venues: the ground floor, billed as bar, food and live music; level one, a restaurant and bar where bookings are available; and the rooftop, with a bar, food and what the hotel calls an amazing view. Traveloka's listing similarly describes a restaurant, room service during limited hours, and a bar/lounge for a drink at the end of the day.

Stepping outside, the hotel is surrounded by Fremantle's dining scene. Within a short walk you will find the food stalls of the Fremantle Markets, the cafes around Kings Square, and the seafood spots near the Fremantle Fishing Boat Harbour. If you would like to fill the rest of your trip, browse things to do in and around Fremantle such as Rottnest Island tours, museum entry and day trips.

Why Stay at The National Hotel

The main reason to choose The National Hotel is character. Instead of a large modern block, you get a restored heritage building with just 12 rooms, each styled differently, set above a pub that has live music daily and a rooftop bar overlooking the rooftops of Fremantle.

• Walkable base: Kings Square, the Fremantle Markets, the Round House and Bathers Beach are all within roughly a kilometre.
• Rottnest access: the B Shed ferry terminal is about 0.6 km away, handy for an early island departure.
• Room choice for a small hotel: eight categories, from a 16 sq m queen room to 31 sq m corner suites for up to four guests.
• Balconies: several categories come with a private balcony over the street.
• Celebrations: exclusive-use wedding receptions in the first-floor restaurant, with rooms for guests upstairs.

It suits couples on a short break, friends on a Fremantle weekend and wedding parties. Families with young children should note the listing's reminder that balconies and terraces may not be suitable for children, and light sleepers may prefer to ask for a quieter room. If you want something different, you can compare other hotels in Fremantle and Perth on Traveloka.

Tips for Booking The National Hotel on Traveloka

1. Book early for balcony rooms and suites. With only 12 rooms in total, popular categories can sell out quickly, especially on weekends and during events in Fremantle.
2. Check the check-in window. Check-in runs from 2pm to 9pm and check-out is by 10am. Let the hotel know in advance if you will be arriving late.
3. Bring a card. The hotel is cashless and does not accept cash; government-issued photo ID and a card or deposit may be required at check-in for incidentals.
4. Plan your parking. There is no on-site car park listed, but paid parking is available about 300 metres away.
5. Request extras ahead. Rollaway beds carry a fee and special requests depend on availability, so add them to your booking notes.
6. Read the room details. Bed type, balcony and bathroom features vary room by room, so compare the room options on the Traveloka page before you confirm.

When you are ready, start planning the rest of your Western Australia trip on the Traveloka homepage.

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