Shoalwater Travel Guide

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A large bird with outstretched wings flying against a clear blue sky.
A dolphin leaping out of the turquoise ocean water.
A sunset over a body of water with silhouetted trees and distant hills.
A sandy beach with clear turquoise water and a person walking.
A seal's head emerging from the water.

Stay near popular Shoalwater attractions

Penguin Island

8.4/10 (77 reviews)
Explore the great outdoors at Penguin Island, a lovely green space in Perth. Stroll along this relaxing area's beaches or simply enjoy its bars.
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Activities

Wildlife Cruise & Lunch

Shoalwater Islands Wildlife Cruise

NZ$66
per adult
Shoalwater Islands Wildlife Cruise
The Swan River Colony: A Self-Guided Tour of Fremantle

The Swan River Colony: A Self-Guided Tour of Fremantle

NZ$17
per adult
The Swan River Colony: A Self-Guided Tour of Fremantle
SeaLink Rottnest Island - Same Day Return Ferry from Perth

Rottnest Island Same Day Return Ferry from Perth

NZ$161
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Rottnest Island Same Day Return Ferry from Perth
Perth Swan River Scenic Cruise

Swan River Scenic Cruise

NZ$78
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Swan River Scenic Cruise
Perth: Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Bus Ticket

Perth: Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Bus Ticket

NZ$66
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Perth: Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Bus Ticket
Rottnest Island Bayseeker Package from Perth

Rottnest Island Bayseeker Package from Perth

NZ$232
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Rottnest Island Bayseeker Package from Perth
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Our pick of the best Shoalwater Hotel Deals

Pelicans Rest Shoalwater Bay Pelican Retreat

Pelicans Rest Shoalwater Bay Pelican Retreat

Shoalwater WA
Stay at this apartment in Perth. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, furnished patios and an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions Mangles Bay and The Catalpa Memorial are ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (83 reviews)
"Small round table would be nice to prepare food and somewhere to sit to eat"

Reviewed on 12 Sept 2026

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Pelicans Rest Shoalwater Bay Pelican Retreat
Garde Hotel and Warders Cottages

Garde Hotel and Warders Cottages

4.5 out of 5
19 Henderson St Fremantle WA
The price is NZ$302 per night from 29 Sept to 30 Sept
NZ$302
29 Sept - 30 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Perth. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (542 reviews)
"Une adresse d’exception sur toute la ligne."

Reviewed on 23 Sept 2026

Garde Hotel and Warders Cottages
Esplanade Hotel Fremantle by Rydges

Esplanade Hotel Fremantle by Rydges

4.5 out of 5
Cnr Marine Terrace and Essex St Fremantle WA
The price is NZ$258 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
NZ$258
4 Oct - 5 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Perth. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,001 reviews)
"We had the best night staying at the Esplanade. The room was spacious and the beds super comfy. A pleasant surprise to receive a bottle of sparkling for my birthday in the room on arrival. Breakfast was delicious and plentiful. Staff were very accommodating and polite. The night at the bar was super ..."

Reviewed on 19 Sept 2026

Esplanade Hotel Fremantle by Rydges
Gallery Hotel

Gallery Hotel

3 out of 5
10 Port Kembla Drive Bibra Lake WA
The price is NZ$209 per night from 8 Oct to 9 Oct
NZ$209
8 Oct - 9 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly motel in Perth. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
Gallery Hotel
Seashells Mandurah

Seashells Mandurah

4.5 out of 5
16 Dolphin Drive Mandurah WA
The price is NZ$297 per night from 20 Oct to 21 Oct
NZ$297
20 Oct - 21 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Perth. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,201 reviews)
"We liked the seamless counter check in with very happy and friendly staff, we also liked the room size and location which also had on site parking, what we didn't like was the following; Open car park, order of had secure car park Had a coffee pod machine with no pods, and ice makers with no ice ..."

Reviewed on 20 Sept 2026

Seashells Mandurah
Tradewinds Hotel Fremantle

Tradewinds Hotel Fremantle

4 out of 5
1 Sewell Street East Fremantle WA
The price is NZ$298 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
NZ$298
11 Oct - 12 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Perth. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
Tradewinds Hotel Fremantle
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Our guide on where to stay in Shoalwater

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A street with a wedding party, a tram, and historic buildings.

Fremantle

Fremantle is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Kings Square and Esplanade Hotel while in the area.

A sculpture of a bird in a boat, a modern bridge, and a sunset over water.

Perth Central Business District

Perth Central Business District is known for its popular shops, and you can see some sights area like St George's Terrace and Hay Street Mall.

A wooden pier extending into calm water with large rocks in the foreground.
Photo by Tourism Western Australia
Open Photo by Tourism Western Australia

Mandurah

The beaches and abundant dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Mandurah. A stop by Mandurah Performing Arts Center or Dolphin Quay might round out your trip.

A city skyline with modern skyscrapers, a highway, and a body of water.

Perth City Centre

While visiting Perth City Centre, you might make a stop by sights like Western Australian Museum and Art Gallery of Western Australia.

An airport terminal with a control tower in the background, covered parking areas, and several taxis parked in front.

Perth Airport

If you're spending some time in Perth Airport, DFO Perth and Outdoor Airport Viewing Platform are top sights worth seeing.

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