Guildford River Retreat
Perth
At a glance
Guildford River Retreat is an eco-friendly boutique hotel situated at 18 Victoria Street, Guildford, WA. Housed within a heritage-listed Federation-style residence, it offers a unique setting for visitors seeking a peaceful stay close to the Swan River. The retreat embraces the historical charm of Guildford, providing a serene escape while still being conveniently located for exploring local attractions. Its gardens, maintained with an eco-conscious approach, include expansive flowerbeds and fruit and vegetable plots. These spaces, along with the two large terraces, provide ample opportunities for relaxation.
The accommodation features a selection of well-appointed rooms, each equipped with modern amenities such as Nespresso coffee machines, tea facilities, air conditioning, and complimentary wifi. Rooms have private guest entrances, ensuring convenience and privacy, as well as complimentary off-street parking. Guests can enjoy a common breakfast room and a library, rounding out the retreat’s charming offerings.
The property's location makes it an ideal base for exploring Guildford, which is renowned for its historical significance and cultural attractions. Nearby, visitors will find a variety of pubs, eateries, historical buildings, and vintage boutiques. Just a short walk from the Guildford Train Station, the retreat also offers easy access to Perth city and the surrounding areas.
Located only 10 minutes from the airport, Guildford serves as a gateway to the Swan Valley, a prominent wine region offering numerous attractions. With its balance of country life and proximity to urban conveniences, Guildford River Retreat is suited for travelers seeking both relaxation and exploration.
Reviews
We thoroughly enjoyed our experience at Guildford river retreat! They are fully self sufficient beautiful gardens and even have chickens 😍 Equipped with a sauna and pool! Very private accomdation exceptional place
We booked here as the reviews were very positive. I've got to say I felt pretty let down by the service we received - it's described as a bed and breakfast and for the price we paid for one night ($240) I think it's reasonable to expect breakfast as an inclusion. However please be aware they do not serve breakfast (apparently haven't since Covid?) so I really don't feel the price was appropriate, and the description is misleading (see attached photo). The room was nice but basic. We didn't access any other amenities as truthfully, I'm not sure where they were. Parking was difficult and we ended up parking on a verge on the street. To top it off, there are significant renovations underway to the front of the building so the reception area is inaccessible from the front and poorly signed. There was no communication around this prior to arrival, and I had to knock on a random door to be taken around the rear of the property to get to reception. This could have easily been communicated via email prior to my arrival for a smoother check in process and overall experience.
