About us
The Esplanade Hotel Fremantle by Rydges is the iconic 4.5-star hotel located in the heart of Fremantle, opposite from the beautiful Esplanade park, offering a variety of conference venues, wedding venues and private event venues to hire in Perth, accommodating between six and 1,000 persons. The Hotel has created a unique business and leisure destination for both local and international visitors. Its rich history and charming Victorian architecture right in the heart of the dynamic port City of Fremantle, combined with easy walking / cycling distance to local major attractions such as Fremantle Prison, Fremantle Markets, Fishing Boat Harbour and WA Maritime Museum makes it the ideal venue to hire, stay and explore during your visit to Perth. Fremantle’s multicultural mix is most evident in its food and restaurants, and the Esplanade Hotel Fremantle by Rydges certainly blends in perfectly with five unique restaurants and bars. Celebrate the best of local produce in a warm and relaxed atmosphere at the Harbour Master or hire The Calista Room for your private group function for up to 28 persons. Looking for a unique venue to hire for your next cocktail event? Ball & Chain, Marine Lounge Bar or The Poolside Bar are three of the best venue hire options in Fremantle. In addition, the Executive Chef can tailor menus to cater for your next private function and cocktail event. Check out some of our conference and wedding special packages or enquire now online to discuss your next conference and event requirements. Have a look through our gallery to view our hotel or you can watch our video here: https://youtu.be/NTBpW1L_KrM
Venue Details
Industry Ratings
Awards
Amenities
Room features and guest services
- Concierge services
- Internet access
- Laundry service
- Luggage storage
- Room service
- View (garden)
- View (urban)
- Voicemail box
Facilities
- Extended stay
- Onsite catering
- Onsite restaurant
- Rental car service
- Space (outdoor)
- Space (private)
- Space (semi-private)
- Wheelchair accessible
Business services
- AV capabilities
- Business center
- Video conference
Recreational activities
- Health club
- Outdoor pool
Transportation
- Airport shuttle
- Bus
- Taxi
- Train
Equipment
- Dance floor
- Loading dock
- Piano
- Portable heaters
- Portable walls
- Staging area
AV capabilities
- AV equipment
- High speed internet
- Onsite AV staff
Room features and guest services
- Concierge services
- Internet access
- Laundry service
- Luggage storage
- Room service
- View (garden)
- View (urban)
- Voicemail box
Facilities
- Extended stay
- Onsite catering
- Onsite restaurant
- Rental car service
- Space (outdoor)
- Space (private)
- Space (semi-private)
- Wheelchair accessible
Meeting rooms
Meeting rooms

Meeting space
Name | Room size | Ceiling height | Maximum capacity | U-Shape | Banquet rounds | Cocktail rounds | Theater | Classroom | Boardroom | Crescent rounds (Cabaret) | Hollow square |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Southern Cross Gala Ballroom | 8,600.4 sq. ft. 135.2 x 63.0 sq. ft. | 19.7 ft. | 1000 | - | 700 | 1000 | 1000 | 440 | - | 560 | - |
Sirius | 3,552.1 sq. ft. 55.8 x 63.0 sq. ft. | 19.7 ft. | 340 | 58 | 250 | 340 | 340 | 216 | - | 200 | 76 |
Pleiades | 2,486.5 sq. ft. 39.4 x 63.0 sq. ft. | 19.7 ft. | 236 | 52 | 180 | 236 | 236 | 120 | - | 144 | 64 |
Orion | 2,561.8 sq. ft. 40.0 x 63.0 sq. ft. | 19.7 ft. | 236 | 52 | 180 | 236 | 236 | 120 | - | 144 | 64 |
Sirius + Pleiades | 6,038.6 sq. ft. 95.1 x 63.0 sq. ft. | 19.7 ft. | 576 | 110 | 430 | 576 | 572 | 336 | - | 344 | 140 |
Pleiades + Orion | 5,048.3 sq. ft. 79.4 x 63.0 sq. ft. | 19.7 ft. | 472 | 104 | 360 | 472 | 472 | 240 | - | 288 | 128 |
Southern Cross Lobby & Exhibition Area | 1,959.0 sq. ft. 82.0 x 24.0 sq. ft. | 19.7 ft. | 1000 | - | 700 | 1000 | 1000 | 440 | - | - | - |
Indian Ocean Suite | 2,809.4 sq. ft. 91.9 x 46.9 sq. ft. | 8.9 ft. | 250 | - | 140 | 250 | - | - | - | 128 | - |
Prince Regent | 656.6 sq. ft. 36.4 x 23.0 sq. ft. | 8.9 ft. | 40 | - | 30 | 40 | 40 | 24 | 20 | 24 | - |
Guest rooms
Location
Getting Here
Local Attractions

Fremantle Prison

Rottnest Island

Fremantle Markets

Fremantle Tram Tours

Western Australian Maritime Museum

City of Perth
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Additional Information
Additional details
“I was very pleasantly surprised with the venue. Everything ran so smoothly. All the breaks were coordinated well. The sit-down lunch was amazing. AV and the kitchen were very accommodating. Very happy, really pleased. Thanks, team!” Ashleigh Fong (ACHSM).
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Esplanade Hotel Fremantle - By Rydges Frequently Asked Questions
Explore frequently asked questions from the Esplanade Hotel Fremantle - By Rydges regarding Health and Safety, Sustainability, and Diversity and Inclusion
Sustainable Practices
Diversity and Inclusion
Health and Safety
Please explain, if applicable, the carbon offsetting options you offer to corporations.
NA
Please provide, if applicable, an e-mail address for a contact who can address any follow up questions relating to sustainability and social impact goals and initiatives.
David_Stone@evt.com
Has your hotel taken steps to reduce single-use plastics, such as removing plastic straws (except upon request for guests with disabilities), stirrers and cotton buds? If yes, please provide detail as to the steps you have taken to reduce single use plastics?
Yes, Reduction in use of single use plastics, use biodegradeable where possible
Does your hotel generate (onsite) or purchase (offsite) renewable energy (beyond your utility's standard offerings)? If yes, please describe your practices for generating or purchasing renewable energy.
Yes, https://www.evt.com/elevate/our-environment/ Goal 4: Reduce energy & natural resource consumption and purchase renewable electricity
Does your hotel engage in activities to protect & restore the natural environment in which it is located (i.e. trees planted, coral reef restored, etc.)?
No
Will your hotel be imposing any additional fees for cleaning services? If yes, please specify those fees.
No
Are specific cleaning/disinfection routines in place for pillows, duvets and their covers, headboard, bathrobe etc.? If yes, please describe.
Yes, Lounge-armchairs-desk chair and other frequent use furniture to be sprayed with Oxivir or equivalent hospital grade disinfectant. Specific sanitation for high touch hard surfaces. TGA approved products.
Please include a link to your public report on community impact if applicable.
https://www.evt.com/elevate/our-community/ www.evt.com/investors
Please provide any other comments you wish to make regarding your efforts/initiatives to obtain certification in these programs.
Further information regarding EVT’s sustainability strategy and goals is included in the Annual Report, available at www.evt.com/investors.
Please provide, if applicable, an e-mail address for a contact who can address any follow up questions relating to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
David_Stone@evt.com
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