REGL20/11 – Regal in East Perth

Overview

You know what caught me off guard about the Regal in East Perth? It actually feels like a proper apartment rather than just another hotel room with a mini fridge. I mean, when you’re staying at 20/11 Regal Place, you’re basically living in a residential building that happens to rent out furnished units to travelers – and honestly, that’s exactly why it works so well.

The location is one of those Perth gems that locals know about but tourists often miss. You’re literally a ten-minute walk from the CBD, but you’re tucked away on this quiet street where you can actually sleep without sirens and late-night revelers. The building itself is pretty modern – clean lines, decent elevators that don’t make weird noises, and you can tell they’ve put thought into the interiors. What I really appreciated was the kitchen setup; it’s not just some token kitchenette, but a proper space where you can actually cook if you want to avoid eating out every meal (your wallet will thank you, especially with Perth prices). The living area flows naturally from the kitchen, and there’s enough space to spread out your stuff without feeling cramped. The Wi-Fi is solid too – worked perfectly for video calls back home, which is more than I can say for some fancier places I’ve stayed.

Here’s the thing about staying in East Perth versus right in the heart of the city – you get that neighborhood feel while still being close to everything that matters. Walk fifteen minutes and you’re at the Swan River, which is gorgeous for morning runs or just sitting with a coffee. The train station is close enough that getting to Fremantle or even out to the airport isn’t a hassle, but far enough that you’re not dealing with constant train noise. I stayed during a weekday and it was wonderfully quiet, though I imagine weekends might be a bit livelier with people coming and going. The building has decent parking arrangements too, which anyone who’s driven in Perth CBD will appreciate – street parking around there can be a nightmare. One small thing that stood out was how responsive the property management was; I had a minor issue with the air conditioning remote and they sorted it within a couple of hours. It’s those little touches that make you feel like you’re staying somewhere that actually cares about your experience rather than just collecting booking fees.