The hotel opened its doors on the 26th April 1996. It has undergone extensive re-modelling and refurbishing. The art-deco façade and some parts of the hotel's interior are being preserved as part of the Heritage Conservation effort to enhance the old style ambience of the area surrounding Hay Street. Facilities available to guests at this air-conditioned, 69-room city hotel include a lobby with hotel safe and lift access, a cafe, bar, restaurant and conference facilities.

Situated in the heart of the business district, this city hotel in Perth is just minutes' walk from the key commercial buildings, government offices and entertainment centres. Perth's main shopping centre is just a 1-minute walk from the hotel, a number of restaurants can be found 10 minutes from the hotel and it is a 7-minute walk to Perth's main train station. China Town is a 10-minute walk away and Perth Museum is around 7 minutes away on foot. Perth International Airport is approximately 22 km from the city hotel.

Guests can begin their day with the delicious breakfast offered at the breakfast room in a warm and pleasant atmosphere. They can have pre-dinner drinks at the bar and later, dine at the in-house restaurant that serves Italian and Mediterranean cuisine.