Heritage grandeur meets COMO serenity in Perth's State Buildings
Serene, architectural, and quietly assured
Luxury Hotel · Perth
A 48-room luxury hotel occupying Perth's restored 19th-century State Buildings, designed by Kerry Hill, with three Chef Hat-awarded Wildflower restaurant, COMO Shambhala wellness, and a 20-metre heated indoor pool within the reimagined heritage vaults.
Serene, architectural, and quietly assured
2 to 4 nights
Perth's most complete luxury hotel, combining a Kerry Hill-designed heritage conversion, three Chef Hat dining, and holistic wellness in a single address that anchors any Western Australian itinerary.
Perth's luxury hotel scene has been quietly building for years, but COMO The Treasury remains the address that most consistently rewards the investment. Occupying the restored 19th-century State Buildings on the corner of St Georges Terrace and Barrack Street, the hotel is a 48-room exercise in what happens when a globally respected hospitality group (COMO) collaborates with one of Australia's finest architects (Kerry Hill) inside a building with genuine civic gravitas. The result is not flashy or performative; it is calm, considered, and quietly assured, which is the COMO way.
Kerry Hill's design preserves the grand Victorian-era facade and original government office proportions while introducing handcrafted furnishings, oversized windows, and travertine stone tiles that bring a sense of contemporary serenity. City Rooms start at a generous 45 square metres with Egyptian cotton bedding and courtyard views. Heritage Rooms step up to 55 square metres with oversized heritage windows flooding the space with natural light, views of Cathedral Square or Stirling Gardens, and extra-large bathrooms with bathtub and separate shower. Treasury Rooms, at 75 square metres, add generous sitting areas and partial Swan River views. For balcony seekers, Heritage Balcony Rooms open onto Cathedral Square through French doors, with two rooms featuring working fireplaces. The suites occupy a different register: the Studio Suite is the former Cabinet Room with dormer windows and wood panel detailing, while the 120-square-metre COMO Suite overlooks Stirling Gardens with separate living and entertaining spaces.
Wildflower is the headline act, and deservedly so. Holding three Chef Hats, the rooftop restaurant serves a farmer-and-forager-driven menu that revolves around Western Australia's indigenous six seasons rather than the conventional four. Sweeping views over the Swan River and Perth skyline make it one of the city's most covetable dinner reservations. Post, the hotel's Italian-inflected osteria in the building's original General Post Office franking room, offers a more relaxed but equally ingredient-led menu, with the welcome detail that kids dine free. Beyond the hotel's own restaurants, the State Buildings precinct houses additional dining options including Long Chim, Petition, and a wine merchant, creating a genuine culinary quarter without leaving the complex.
COMO The Treasury works because nothing about it feels accidental. The COMO Shambhala wellness programme operates from within the building's reimagined 19th-century vaults, with a 20-metre heated indoor pool, four treatment rooms, steam room, and gym. In-room yoga mats and meditation videos on the TV extend the wellness philosophy beyond the spa door. The concierge curates experiences from Rottnest Island day trips to Margaret River wine tours to Aboriginal heritage walks through the State Buildings precinct. Early check-in from 10am is complimentary, a generous practical touch that acknowledges Perth's long-haul flight connections. And the location, between Elizabeth Quay and Kings Park, places the Swan River waterfront and the city's best cultural institutions within a ten-minute walk. For a first luxury visit to Perth, or for travellers who want heritage, dining, and wellness under one roof, COMO The Treasury is the clearest answer the city offers.
Is It For You?
Atmosphere
Calm, considered, and quietly luxurious, reflecting the COMO philosophy of serene spaces
Ideal stay
Long weekend (2-4 nights)
Why splurge
Perth's most complete luxury hotel, combining a Kerry Hill-designed heritage conversion, three Chef Hat dining, and holistic wellness in a single address that anchors any Western Australian itinerary.
Rooms
Editorial pickHeritage Room for the best balance of space, light, and heritage character; COMO Suite for a landmark occasion.
Airy and peaceful rooms overlooking the courtyard, with custom-made beds dressed in Egyptian cotton, large windows, and generous en-suite bathrooms.
Oversized windows flood these rooms with natural light. Extra-large en-suite bathrooms with bathtub and separate shower. Select rooms are accessibly designed.
Spacious rooms with generous sitting areas, overlooking Cathedral Square, Stirling Gardens, or the city. Can accommodate an additional bed or cot.
East-facing rooms with French doors opening onto Juliet or walk-out balconies overlooking Cathedral Square. Two rooms feature fireplaces.
Once the State government's Cabinet Room, featuring dormer windows, wood panel detailing, and views of iconic city landmarks. Located in the Treasury Wing.
The flagship suite overlooks St Georges Terrace and Stirling Gardens, with a living area separate from the bedroom, ideal for entertaining or simply spreading out.
Eat and Drink
The restaurants, bars, and rituals that shape how the hotel feels after the room itself.
Start here
Three Chef Hat-awarded restaurant serving a farmer-and-forager-driven menu revolving around the indigenous six seasons, with sweeping views over the Swan River from the rooftop of the State Buildings.
Then try
The hotel's city osteria, occupying the franking room of Perth's original General Post Office. A contemporary take on classic Italian cuisine with seasonal, ingredient-led menus.
For cocktails
Private dining spaces within the State Buildings, suitable for intimate gatherings and events.
Reset
The parts of the property that slow the pace, restore energy, or justify spending more time on-site.
For recovery
Holistic wellness combining eastern and western healing traditions, with four treatment rooms, a 20-metre heated indoor pool, steam room, and gym, all housed within the State Buildings' reimagined 19th-century vaults. Meaning 'peace' in Sanskrit, Shambhala defines the pursuit of balance.
For movement
Well-equipped gym within the State Buildings, complemented by in-room yoga mats and meditation videos available via the in-room TV.
What to Do
The on-property or destination moments that justify choosing this hotel over a generic luxury base.
A multi-course dinner built around Western Australia's indigenous seasonal calendar, with dishes changing as the land shifts from one season to the next.
A guided walk through the State Buildings and surrounding Cathedral Square precinct, exploring Perth's colonial architecture and governance history.
A curated excursion to Rottnest Island for beaches, snorkelling, and quokka encounters, arranged through the hotel.
A guided food and wine tour through the Margaret River region, one of Western Australia's premier wine and produce areas.
Location
A 20-minute drive from Perth Airport. Private transfers can be arranged through the hotel. Early check-in from 10am is complimentary, which is a generous touch after interstate or international flights.
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Walk20 min
CarPerth's oldest public garden, directly adjacent to the hotel, ideal for a morning walk.
1 min walkThe city's revitalised waterfront precinct with restaurants, bars, and river access.
5 min walkOne of the world's largest inner-city parks, with panoramic views over Perth and the Swan River.
10 min walkThe state's premier art institution, within the Perth Cultural Centre precinct.
10 min walkWhat to Know
Yes. COMO The Treasury combines heritage architecture, fine dining, wellness, and a central location in a way that anchors any Perth trip.
It has the advantage of being inside a genuine heritage building designed by Kerry Hill, with three Chef Hat dining and COMO's global wellness programme. That combination is unique in Perth.
Yes. Kids dine free at Post, extra beds and cots are available in select room categories, and the Family Suite offers two bedrooms connected by a foyer.
Late August to March offers mild to warm weather and clear skies. September to November is particularly pleasant.
Editorial Verdict
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