The Federal Boutique Hotel

Hotels
7.4 (1688 reviews)
23 William Street , Fremantle , au

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Children allowed

Facilities

Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Kid meals
Shared kitchen
Evening entertainment
Staff adhere to local safety protocols
Cashless payment available
Broadcast Live sport events
Stand-up comedy
Bingo
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly staff
Cons:
Noise issues
Lack of amenities

Categories

Cleanliness
7.48
Reviews indicated that the shared bathroom facilities were really clean and satisfactory.
Service
7.95
Most reviews highlighted staff friendliness and helpfulness.
Location
8.49
Multiple reviews praised the central location, ideal for accessing local restaurants and attractions.
Room Quality
6.44
Some rooms were described as outdated and lacking amenities like air conditioning.
Amenities
6.47
Facilities were described as basic and lacking options such as ironing boards and fridges.
Value for Money
7.43
Good value for money was noted, especially given the pricing and convenience.
Food and Beverage
7.48
Positive reviews about the food menu and specials offered.
Overall Experience
7.45
Overall experience was positive despite some noted drawbacks.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-16 05:32

Property Description

Central Location in Fremantle
The Federal Boutique Hotel is conveniently situated in the heart of Fremantle, just steps away from the Town Hall and visitor centre.

Charming Accommodations
Each elegantly decorated room at The Federal Boutique Hotel features classic wooden furniture, a TV, and access to a furnished common balcony. Guests can choose between rooms with en-suite bathrooms or shared facilities, ensuring a comfortable stay for every preference.

Delightful Dining Options
Guests can enjoy Australian specialties and a variety of local and international beers at the on-site restaurant and bar. Additionally, the communal Tea Room provides convenient self-catering facilities for added comfort during your stay.

Experience the charm of Fremantle at The Federal Boutique Hotel - book your stay today for a memorable experience!

Important information:

Please note all rooms are accessible via stairs only. There are no elevators at this property.

Please note that there is a 1.5% charge when you pay with a Visa or Mastercard credit card.

Please note that there is a 3% charge when you pay with a Diners Club or American Express credit card.

All bookings placed without valid credit card details will be void and canceled without notification. All no-shows will be charged the amount applicable to the booking.

Please note that the Federal Hotel is located in the entertainment precinct of Fremantle. Please expect some music/noise from downstairs and surrounding venues on weekend nights.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Groups

    When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Parking

    No parking available.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    People no matter the age stay for AUD 50 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

7.4
Based on 1688 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.48
Service: 7.95
Location: 8.49
Room Quality: 6.44
Amenities: 6.47
Value for Money: 7.43
Food and Beverage: 7.48
Overall Experience: 7.45
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Jemma • couple • au
10
Just what I was looking for
Pros:

Rooms great. High ceilings. Clean plus. Friendly people. The ‘kitchen’ room for making tea coffee reheating etc

2026-02-13 • via Nuitee
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Marcio • extended_group • sg
7
It’s okay
Pros:

Well located

Cons:

Advertisement must inform that no lift is available

2026-02-13 • via Nuitee
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Danny • family_with_children • au
7
2026-02-13 • via Nuitee
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Richard • extended_group • au
10
Great spot to stay. Historic heritage hotel right in the centre of Fremantle.
Pros:

Wasn’t noisy . In fact was silent after the bar closed at 10.30

2026-02-13 • via Nuitee
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John • solo_traveller • gb
8
Lovely old style hotel but with modern day comforts and great atmosphere
Pros:

Old fashioned hotel in busy part of Freemantle that made a nice change from more recent hotels.

Cons:

Parking was expensive and it was very noisy but that’s why I stayed there for the atmosphere. I understand not ever would want that.

2026-02-11 • via Nuitee
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Robert • couple • au
5
Basic facility
Pros:

Great location

Cons:

The ceiling fan did not work in room 16
The Shower was not working correctly and needs replacing , there was no sink stopper

2026-02-11 • via Nuitee
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Kane • family_with_children • au
8
Pros:

Clean and comfortable

Cons:

Some staff were a little unfriendly, but some were cool. Also, strangely, there was an ironing board but no iron.

2026-02-08 • via Nuitee
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Valérie • family_with_children • fr
9
Pros:

J'ai aimé l'emplacement très central, la décoration de l'hôtel, la possibilité de faire sa cuisine sur place, la mise à disposition de café et de thé, l'ambiance festive en soirée. A éviter si l'on souhaite être au calme avant 23 h 30.

Cons:

Je n'ai pas aimé que les toilettes se trouvent sur le palier. La télécommande de la télévision ne fonctionnait pas.

2026-01-30 • via Nuitee
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TERESA • couple • au
10
Pros:

Close to the Rottnest Ferry terminal

2026-01-29 • via Nuitee
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Elizabeth • solo_traveller • au
9
Pros:

Location food friendly staff

2026-01-29 • via Nuitee
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Natnicha • solo_traveller • au
9
2026-01-28 • via Nuitee
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Bain • couple • au
8
Great staff location and value
Pros:

Was great value just facility's are little dated

Cons:

No fridge in room etc no ac

2026-01-28 • via Nuitee
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Jemma • couple • au
10
Just what I wanted
Pros:

Loved this place. Clean, high ceilings, 🙌, natural light in the room, loveliest staff

Cons:

Nothing

2026-01-27 • via Nuitee
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Todrick • solo_traveller • gb
9
Cheep and very cheerful
Pros:

All the staff were so lovely and it was a nice family environment

Cons:

Wish it had AC in the rooms as the ceiling fan didn’t help much but there was a nice cool breeze outside the rooms

2026-01-27 • via Nuitee
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Maurice • family_with_children • au
10
Best spot in freo
Pros:

The architecture. The lady gave me a free pint of VB on arrival. Located in a very good spot in Fremantle.

Cons:

That I had to leave.

2026-01-27 • via Nuitee
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marialangewouters • family_with_children • nl
9
Pros:

Mooie, nostalgische kamer, heel ruim.
Supervriendelijk personeel en lekker eten in het hotel.

Cons:

Badkamerdeur piept.

2026-01-26 • via Nuitee
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Georgia • family_with_children • au
9
I’ll be back no doubts there!
Pros:

My only complaint was the makeup on one pillow, no other faults at all. Will stay again for sure

Cons:

Lack of bar fridge

2026-01-26 • via Nuitee
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Hope • family_with_children • au
10
Pros:

Fabulous experience

2026-01-25 • via Nuitee
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Melissa • couple • au
6
Great get away spot
Pros:

A fantastic, easy-to-reach location and a great place to stay — central to almost everything, including the train to Perth. Even with a bar downstairs, our front room was quiet at night and we slept really well. The shared kitchen has a very small fridge that was already full of guests’ food, so storing anything cold was tricky, and there are no extra fridges in the building. The room itself was very spacious with a large, comfortable bed. Just be aware there are lots of stairs and no lift, which can make heavy luggage a bit challenging.

Cons:

There’s no parking on-site, and when I pulled up briefly to ask where I should park, I ended up getting a parking ticket. I was away from the car for no more than five minutes, so that was really frustrating. The shared kitchen also only has a very small fridge that was already full of other guests’ food, making it hard to store anything cold. There are quite a lot of stairs and no lift, which can make carrying heavy luggage difficult.

2026-01-25 • via Nuitee
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Aaron • family_with_children • au
10
Pros:

Awesome old hotel, fully renovated, nostalgic if Ur in town to party and stay up late it's great and it's close to everything

2026-01-25 • via Nuitee