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Accommodation
In the metropolitan parts of the Sunset Coast region there are small pockets
of tourism related accommodation, with the most significant being around
Scarborough Beach, Joondalup, Sorrento and Hillarys. Further north, the
accommodation range is still quite limited with lower end accommodation
available in places such as Yanchep, Yanchep National Park, Lancelin, Guilderton
and Ledge Point. Overall, there is seen to be limited opportunities for short stay
visitors in these northern parts of the region.
However with the completion of the Indian Ocean Drive, there is anticipated to
be significant increases in demand for accommodation, particularly around
the Guilderton and Lancelin areas. As a consequence, it is suggested that the
quality and range of existing accommodation in the Guilderton and Lancelin area be
reviewed and opportunities for further upgrades and or expansion be considered.
“They need all types of accommodation including resorts,
budget, camping and caravans. They will not be able to
cope with the influx of people when the coast road opens.”
(Destination stakeholder)
With the lack of accommodation in the Perth CBD, there is significant demand
from operators to invest in coastal accommodation in metropolitan parts of
the region. However, height restrictions on developments along the coast have
hampered this ambition. With the planned development and redevelopment
of areas such as Scarborough, it is essential that viable tourism related
development be incorporated to provide additional accommodation stock for the
Perth region.
Attractions and activities
The beaches and attractions along the length of the Sunset Coast are popular
daytrips for intrastate, interstate and international visitors staying in other areas of
Perth.
Cottesloe and Hillarys are currently the most popular seaside destinations for
visitors to Perth. Cottesloe is a popular beach due to its proximity to Perth and
Fremantle, its scenic beauty and range of waterfront dining and entertainment
options. Hillarys Boat Harbour is also a popular day trip destination for families
and is home to the Aquarium of Western Australia (AQWA), the Great Escape,
Sorrento Quay, dining and retail offerings and a Rottnest Ferry Terminus.
Scarborough was once a popular destination for visitors to Western Australia.
Whilst the beach still attracts a large number of day trip visitors, the destination
has lost its appeal somewhat as an entertainment precinct and overnight
destination due to the ailing infrastructure.
Townships along the coast provide are popular among Western Australia residents
and provide opportunities for fishing, boating, diving, surfing, windsurfing,
sandboarding and four wheel driving. Lancelin is home to the annual Lancelin
Ocean Classic Windsurfing Marathon and popular attractions in the region include
the Gravity Discovery Centre and Yanchep National Park.
With the development of the Indian Ocean Drive there is seen to be additional
opportunities for operators in the region to further expand their attraction and
activity offerings. Of specific focus is the need to further enhance the Gingin
Discovery Centre.
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Tourism Western Australia | Tourism Development Priorities