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Burswood Summer Stays

Summer in Perth runs December to February: hot, dry days and long light evenings. Plan the pool for the afternoon and the river for the morning.

Summer season · Perth · December to February

Hot Summer Stay Guide

Beating the Heat: A Summer Day Strategy at Crown Perth

A hot summer day in Burswood requires a sensible rhythm. Rather than fighting the afternoon sun across the Swan River, shape your stay around early movement, cool indoor spaces, lazy hours by the water and dinners that start late.

Beating the Heat: A Summer Day Strategy at Crown Perth
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  • 7:00am - 9:00am

    Walk or cycle along the Swan River foreshore in Burswood Park towards Matagarup Bridge while the air is fresh.

  • 9:00am - 11:00am

    Enjoy breakfast at Epicurean or coffee at Cotta, then head back to your room before the heat rises.

  • 11:00am - 2:00pm

    Stay indoors across the air-conditioned complex; lunch at Urban Food District or book an Aqua Retreat session at Crown Spa.

  • 2:00pm - 5:30pm

    Cool down at your hotel's outdoor pool—lagoon pools at Towers, waterslides at Metropol, or the sun deck at Promenade.

  • 6:00pm - 9:00pm

    Dine late at Nobu, Rockpool Bar & Grill, Modo Mio or Silks, or take an early seat before a Crown Theatre show.

  • 9:00pm onwards

    Enjoy a late drink at 42 by Don Julio inside TWR or take a night stroll along the illuminated waterfront.

Morning: The Foreshore Before the Sun Sets In

Start early when the air off the water remains light. Step out from your hotel down to the Swan River foreshore in Burswood Park. The paths running alongside the river towards the Matagarup Bridge and around the parkland offer smooth, flat footing for a morning walk or cycle before heat builds across the grass.

If you are staying at Crown Towers, you can return for breakfast at Epicurean, where open kitchens serve hotel guests on weekend mornings. Alternatively, cross into the casino complex or stop at Cotta in the main arcade for coffee and baked goods. By 10:00am, high sun signals that it is time to move indoors.

Midday: Indoor Comfort, Air Conditioning and Spa Treatments

During the middle hours of the day, retreat inside the air-conditioned resort complex. There is no need to step outdoors when moving between the three hotels, dining venues or entertainment spaces. You can browse the arcade, catch a movie rate via Crown Rewards, or take a long lunch at casual spots like Junction Grill, 88 Noodle Bar or the new Urban Food District.

For deeper relaxation during peak heat, book an appointment at Crown Spa Perth, located inside Crown Towers. Treatments of one hour or longer include access to the indoor Aqua Retreat, featuring a therapeutic rain shower, steam room, sauna, vitality pool and a indoor swimming pool set apart from the outdoor crowds.

Late Afternoon: Pool Access and Shade

As afternoon shadows lengthen across the Burswood peninsula, transition to outdoor water spaces. Each property manages its outdoor area differently, so review the pools guide before choosing your base. Crown Towers features expansive lagoon pools with daybeds and service, Crown Metropol provides a main pool, relaxation pool and family area with children's waterslides, and Crown Promenade offers a classic outdoor pool space.

Grab a cold drink at Poolside Bar & Grill or sit beneath a parasol until the sun drops low behind the Perth city skyline across the water.

Evening: Late Dinners and Cool Waterfront Walks

Summer evenings in Burswood belong to late dining. Once the afternoon breeze cools the river bank, head out for dinner at signature restaurants like Nobu, Rockpool Bar & Grill, Silks, or Modo Mio. If you hold tickets for a show at Crown Theatre Perth or are taking a night walk over to Optus Stadium, plan your meal times around your event schedule.

Finish the night with late-night drinks at TWR, 42 by Don Julio, or La Vie Champagne Lounge. For those driving in, note that over 4,000 parking bays are available on site, with complimentary options at P3, P6 and P8, or free paid parking at P2 and P4 with a qualifying spend at participating restaurants.

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