Kids & Travel

Perth’s Best Family Staycays And Local Getaways

By Claire Logan

A family friendly getaway near Perth, WA

Need a cheeky little family holiday but want to avoid a major drive or flight? We’ve found some fantastic family accommodation options around Perth or within a few hours for you to play and stay with the entire family, without losing a day to travel delays.

Here are some of Perth's best family accommodations and local getaways to book now.

Luxury Swan Valley Farm Stay

Swan Valley

Luxury family friendly farm stay in the Swan Valley
Image credit: Luxury Swan Valley Farm Stay | Airbnb

Located a mere twenty-five minutes from the CBD, this charming farm stay set out in the wilderness will have you feeling like you’ve been transported right into the country without the long drive. With a plunge pool overlooking the lush greenery, private pond, luxury furnishings and a stack of alpacas and other farm animals just steps away, the little ones will be in absolute paradise whilst the big people can sit out on the beautiful deck soaking in the glory of nature.

Tim The Tiny Cabin

Avon Valley

An outdoor cinema at a family tiny cabin near Perth
Image credit: Heyscape | Airbnb

While the tiny home scene is predominantly designed for couples, the legends at Heyscape have expanded their line-up to include some beauties just for families. At Tim The TIny Cabin you'll have all the usual fun of staying on a remote farm plus board games, BBQ and your own private outdoor cinema for family movie nights under the stars—with cosy bunks for the kids and an oh-so comfy queen by the stunning main window for mum and dad. 

COMO The Treasury

Perth CBD

A child at COMO The Treasury in Perth

The kids probably won’t realise just how lucky they are to spend a night or two at one of Australia’s best hotels, but you sure will. COMO The Treasury is the pinnacle of luxury accommodation in Perth, and they’ve recently developed a curated family package designed to elevate the experience for guests travelling with younger children. We’re talking fluffy bathrobes and slippers for the whole fam, the most adorable pop-up playhouse tent, colouring sets, books and complimentary dining at POST for kids under 12. Now, you just have to explain that being treated this good is not an everyday thing.

The Wilding

Yallingup

A family friendly Airbnb with pool in Yallingup
Image credit: The Wilding | Airbnb

If you’re looking for an excuse to get all of your nearest and dearest together under one roof for some rest and relaxation, this is it. The Wilding has been deliberately designed to encourage wholesome, screen-free family time, with plenty of instruments, board games and outdoor activities for your gang to get stuck into. Spend your days splashing around with the kids in the free-standing magnesium pool, or take your relaxation to the next level with private massages and yoga classes (available on request).

Busselton Hithergreen

Busselton

Busselton Airbnb for families
Image credit: Busselton Hithergreen | Airbnb

Set on a sweeping acreage near Ludlow National Park, the kids can look forward to seeing all the sheep, cows and horsies at this modern three-bedroom farmhouse. It’s great year-round, but we reckon Busselton Hithergreen really shines when the weather starts to cool. You can enjoy a glass of red outside by a roaring fireplace while the kids cuddle up inside with a movie or fight over whose turn it is on the Playstation. Bonus points for the fact this spot is also pet friendly.

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Southcamp

Dunsborough

Southcamp tiny cabin for families
Image credit: Southcamp | Supplied

If you're chasing the fun of a tiny home stay minus the need to trek it out to a remote location, Southcamp has you covered. The newly opened tiny home village is smack bang in the heart of Dunsborough town—something you'll appreciate when you wanna duck out for your morning coffee. Sleeping five, the connected family cabin is kitted out with games and a tellie to keep the kids entertained while you chuck on a record and enjoy a wine and some gourmet cheeses from the on-site store. 

Beachside Beauty Footsteps To The Beach

City Beach

Inside a bedroom at a family friendly Airbnb in Perth
Image credit: Beachside Beauty Footsteps To The Beach | Airbnb

You don't have to drive far for a good family beach holiday in Perth. With resort-like facilities and chic coastal design, this Beachside Beauty in City Beach ticks all the boxes. One of Perth's best beaches is a mere two-minute walk away, so even the littlest of legs can make the journey, and you're hosts are happy to provide helpful recommendations as well as bikes, boogie boards, brollies and more to level-up your time on the coast.

Discovery Rottnest Island

Rottnest Island

Discovery Rottnest Island family tent
Image credit: Discovery Rottnest Island | Booking.com

Rottnest's glamping retreat, Discovery Rottnest Island, is the ideal spot for a nature-packed family escape. Book into one of their Family tents with a separate annexe just for the kids or try snag a stay in the Dune tent, which has the whole shebang plus incredible ocean views. With an on-site restaurant, bar and pool, what more could you want from a Rottnest adventure?

Plympton Summer House & Studio

East Fremantle

Plympton Summer House & Studio
Image credit: Plympton Summer House & Studio | Airbnb

Look no further than Plympton Summer House for a luxe poolside staycation. This super stylish five-bedroom home has plenty of space for the whole family to spread out and boasts stylish coastal-inspired interiors that’ll make you wanna move in permanently. The best part though is definitely the outdoor area, so we say stock up on essentials and spend a few days poolside.

Cowaramup Gums

Cowaramup

A timber cabin in Cowaramup
Image credit: Cowaramup Gums | Airbnb

If you're planning a family road trip down south, this two-bed cabin is the perfect home base. You're five minutes from Cowaramup and its iconic Candy Cow lolly shop, ten minutes from all the awesome eats in Margaret River, with plenty of kid-friendly breweries and wineries on your doorstep, and 15 minutes from the beach. The property itself still feels super remote and relaxing, though, with grazing sheep and towering eucalyptus trees all around you.

Magical Honeysucker Cottage Bickley

Perth Hills

A family friendly cottage in the Perth Hills
Image credit: Magical Honeysucker Cottage Bickley | Airbnb

This enchanting 120+ year old cottage has every ingredient needed to make a truly memorable family weekend away. From the never-ending views of the lush greenery of the hills and massive outdoor deck on the upper level to the gorgeous Mediterranean tiled pizza oven and indoor fireplace to keep warm in the cooler months, everyone will love cooking up a storm and toasting marshmallows looking out to the killer views. With three bedrooms and unbelievable charm, this is a destination you’ll keep returning to.

Crown Metropol And Towers Perth

Burswood

The pool area at Crown Perth
Image credit: Crown Perth | Instagram

It’s no secret that the Crown Metropol and Crown Towers pools are the source of many memorable family stays for so many Perth locals, and with endless pools, cabanas and water play areas, it’s not hard to see why families keep coming back to these gorgeous hotels. Ready to create your dream stay, Crown can also offer an endless string of thoughtful bespoke touches to your room such as teepees and cuddly bears to make the kiddies feel right at home. While you’re there, why not treat them to the chocolate fountain at Epicurean too? We guarantee they won’t stop talking about it for months

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