
5-star hotel
Crown Towers Perth
Forget the dusty mining-town tropes; Crown Towers Perth has officially cemented the city's status on the global luxury map, snagging Australia's *only* Forbes Five-Star rating for 2025. This isn't just a hotel; it's a sprawling entertainment fiefdom on the Burswood Peninsula that makes Vegas look subdued. The drawcard is undeniably the tiered pool complex—a lagoon-style labyrinth that demands a whole day, preferably sequestered in a circular cabana at The Enclave with a bottle of Veuve. Inside, the aesthetic is unashamedly maximalist. The lobby drips with massive ball-chain chandeliers, while rooms feature floor-to-ceiling glass framing the Swan River and Optus Stadium. The tech is sharp—think iPad-controlled curtains that reveal the skyline with a tap—but the real flex is the service, which Forbes inspectors noted for its intuitive precision. Dining is a contact sport here. Skip the lobby snacks and commit to the Black Cod Miso at Nobu or the David Blackmore Wagyu at Rockpool Bar & Grill. If you're recovering from the casino floor, the Epicurean seafood tower is a non-negotiable restorative. It’s expensive, and the valet queue can test your patience, but for unadulterated resort glamour in WA, there is no second place. **Verdict**: The undisputed heavyweight champion of West Coast luxury.






