Overview
First Impressions
When I first pulled up to Ground Garden-Two King Beds&One Queen Bed on Southdown Place, I’ll be honest — the name had me curious about what exactly I was walking into. This four-star property sits in a quiet residential pocket of Perth that feels refreshingly removed from the typical hotel strip, and that’s actually part of its charm. The ground-level setup gives it more of a private residence vibe than your standard hotel experience, which I found surprisingly welcoming after a long day of travel.
The Space That Works
Here’s what makes this place different — you’re getting what feels like a proper apartment rather than cramped hotel quarters. The layout with two king beds and one queen bed means groups or families aren’t fighting over space, and honestly, even couples will appreciate having room to spread out. I mean, there’s something to be said for not living out of a suitcase in a tiny room for your entire stay. The garden setting they’ve got going creates this nice buffer from street noise, which you’ll definitely notice if you’re used to city center accommodations.
Location Perks
The location feedback isn’t just marketing speak — couples really do rate this spot highly, and I can see why. You’re close enough to Perth’s action without being right in the thick of tourist chaos, which gives you options. The parking situation alone is worth mentioning because, well, anyone who’s tried to park in Perth’s busy areas knows what a headache that can be. Having your own guaranteed spot on-site? That’s actually a bigger deal than it sounds.
What Guests Actually Appreciate
Recent guests have been rating the location at 8.6, and after spending time in the area, I get it. You’re positioned where you can easily reach Perth’s main attractions without paying premium prices for being right downtown. The residential feel means you’ll see how locals actually live, grab coffee at neighborhood spots, and maybe even chat with people who aren’t just passing through. It’s that authentic Perth experience that’s harder to find when you’re staying in the obvious tourist zones.
Why It Makes Sense
Look, this isn’t going to be everyone’s cup of tea — if you want a traditional hotel with a lobby scene and room service, you’ll want to look elsewhere. But if you’re after space, privacy, and a genuine feel for Perth beyond the postcard version, this setup delivers. The fact that it consistently pulls good ratings tells you something about what travelers actually want versus what they think they want. Sometimes the best travel experiences happen when you step slightly outside the expected hotel box, and Ground Garden manages to do that while still giving you the comfort and amenities you need.
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Accommodations
Three-Bedroom Apartment
3 x 1 large double bed
Max persons: 6
From $189
Facilities & Amenities
Bedroom 2
- Linen
- Wardrobe or closet
Bathroom 7
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Shower
Outdoors 2
- Private pool
- Garden
Living Area 1
- Dining area
Miscellaneous 3
- Air conditioning
- Non-smoking throughout
- Family rooms
Outdoor & View 1
- Garden view
Room Amenities 4
- Clothes rack
- Heating
- Fan
- Iron
Languages spoken 2
- English
- Chinese
Media & Technology 2
- Flat-screen TV
- TV
Great for your stay 10
- Private bathroom
- Parking
- Kitchen
- Free WiFi
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Family rooms
- Free parking
- Washing machine
- Outdoor swimming pool
Building characteristics 1
- Private apartment in building
Outdoor swimming pool Free! 2
- Seasonal
- All ages welcome
Other for your stay 15
- Dining table
- Coffee machine
- Cleaning products
- Toaster
- Stovetop
- Oven
- Tumble dryer
- Kitchenware
- Electric kettle
- Kitchen
- Washing machine
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
- Kitchenette
Guest Reviews
Superb
Very good
Great supply of towels, bedding and cleaning requirements. Great communication and clear instructions.
Very good
Beds were very comfortable
Location
17 Southdown Place 2, 6108 Perth, AustraliaSurroundings
What's nearby:
- Mills Park: 3.8 km
- Gosnells Oval: 5 km
- Brooklands Plaza: 6 km
- Francis Bird Park: 3.5 km
- Fertilisers Online: 4.3 km
- Wharf Street Basin: 4.6 km
- Stretton Way Reserve: 4.2 km
- William Western Wetlands: 6 km
- Blooming Gardens & Landscaping: 6 km
- Southern River Community Garden: 5 km
Restaurants & cafes:
- Cafe/bar Kaffeku: 1.8 km
- Restaurant Fook Kee: 20 m
- Restaurant Suzie's Prata House: 250 m
Top attractions:
- Barracks Arch: 16 km
- Burswood Park: 15 km
- The Cloisters: 15 km
- Elizabeth Quay: 15 km
- The Bell Tower: 15 km
- Adventure World: 17 km
- Central Park Tower: 15 km
- State War Memorial: 17 km
Natural beauty:
- Lake Wright Lake: 10 km
- Waterfall Lesmurdie Falls - Waterfall: 12 km
Public transport:
- Train Kenwick: 3 km
- Train Thornlie: 600 m
- Metro Perth Underground Station: 15 km
Closest airports:
- Perth Airport: 12 km
- Jandakot Airport: 8 km
- Rottnest Island Airport: 38 km*
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