September 2023 Booking Guide - Bookings Open 8:30am Wednesday 4 January 2023 This booking guide covers all Rottnest Island Authority ...
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September 2023 Booking Guide Bookings Open 8:30am Wednesday 4 January 2023 This booking guide covers all Rottnest Island Authority Accommodation; from self-contained units to the Campground and hostel.
Your Island
Adventure
Bookings for September 2023 will Ready to Go? Here’s How it’s Done.
open on Wednesday 4 January 2023
1. Head to stayrottnest.com by 8:30 am
at 8:30 am AWST.
AWST on Wednesday 4 January 2023.
This step-by-step guide is filled with expert A tip: anyone in the virtual waiting
tips and tricks to help you through the room prior to 8:30 am will be assigned
booking process ahead of Open Day. a random position in the queue when
Where to Go to Book bookings open, whether they joined at
6 am or 8:25 am. But, if you join after
8:30 am, you’ll join at the back of the
In general, almost 90% of successful queue.
bookings are made online within the
first 30 minutes of an Open Day, so we 2. Wait your turn, but don’t walk away from
recommend booking online. your device. Even if your queue number
feels high, you’ll be surprised how fast it
While you can also book by calling our can move.
Reservations team on (+61) 1800 111 111 or Before You Book 3. When it’s your turn to book, you’ll have
visiting us at our office at E Shed, Fremantle or 30 minutes to enter the booking site. If
the Visitor Centre on the island, the simplest You’re making a list and checking it twice.
Make sure you have all the below information you don’t enter within the 30 minutes,
and most successful way is via the website you’ll have to join the back of the queue.
at stayrottnest.com. The online queue also to hand before you join the queue:
This just helps keep the line moving for
moves a lot faster than the phone lines. • Where you want to stay. Make a list of everyone else waiting.
Please understand that demand for bookings your top four choices, in case number one
isn’t available. 4. Once you’re in, simply search for your
may be high and not everyone will be able to accommodation and make your booking.
secure a reservation. • When you want to stay (your check-in You can take as long as you like without
and check-out dates). being kicked off the site if you are actively
Booking for Accessibility • What type of accommodation you want. using it; but remember – places fill fast
Do you want an ocean view? and your booking is not confirmed
If you need wheelchair accessible
until your payment details have been
accommodation, please send • How many of you there are. How many
authorised.
your request after 8:30am to bedrooms do you need?
reservations@rottnestisland.com and 5. You can book up to two units per online
• Your contact details including your
don’t forget to attach a copy of your transaction. If you want to book more
address, email address, phone number,
ACROD Card (front and back). These units, you’ll need to join the queue again.
and email.
requests are processed in the order Remember, you’ll need to change the
they’re received from 8:30am onwards on • Your Visa or Mastercard details. We don’t name of these bookings to someone
Open Day, so hold your email until then. take Amex or Diners Cards, so put these staying in the unit before arrival.
Limit of one booking per ACROD Card. away for now.
Other Things
You Need to Know
Booking into October 2023 You can book online, by phone or in person. Email requests will
only be processed for wheelchair accessible bookings.
If you are arriving towards the end of September and do not want
to depart until the beginning of October please note the following You can book up to two units per online transaction however you
booking restriction. You must stay the last 5 nights in September can only be a registered guest for one accommodation at a time and
2023 to book up to the first 3 nights of October 2023. must be staying in the unit for the duration of the stay.
Therefore, you must arrive no later than Tuesday 26 September 2023 If you book a second unit in the same transaction in your name,
and depart no later than Wednesday 4 October 2023. you will then have to change the registered guest name for the
second unit before check-in.
Shortening of the September dates is not permitted.
If you’re booking on behalf of someone else, correct personal
On That Note … details must be provided to Reservations at least 48 hours prior
All Saturdays have a minimum two-night stay requirement, so you’ll to arrival including full name, address, email address, and phone
need to add either a Friday or Sunday to see any availability when number.
you’re searching online. You can request specific unit numbers when booking and we’ll
Unit arrivals and departures are not permitted on public holidays. do our best to accommodate them, but your unit number won’t be
Please select dates on either side of the public holidays to arrive assigned until approximately three weeks before you arrive.
or depart. All self-contained bookings must pay a 25% deposit at time of
booking, with the balance due 30 days prior to arrival. Campground
and Hostel bookings require payment in full at time of booking.
A credit card pre-authorisation will be requested on your arrival.
Important Information Want to change the configuration of beds
All new bookings made from or hire additional items?
Wednesday 4 January 2023 will be You can select preferred bedding when booking online or
subject to a condition preventing the contact Reservations at least seven days prior to arrival on
(+61) 1800 111 111.
transfer to another person.
Unless cancelled, the primary guest will
remain as the owner of the booking,
however they may nominate one
person, as authorised to check-in to
the accommodation on their behalf.
The primary guest’s details will remain
on the booking and be liable for any
costs incurred for the duration of the
booking. This may include damage,
cleaning fees or charges related to the
behaviour of the guests staying within
the accommodation.
The Kings Birthday public holiday falls
on Monday 25 September 2023.
Take It From Us
To give yourself the very best chance at success, book online and make sure you go to stayrottnest.com before 8:30 am to be assigned
your randomised queue number. Remember, if you arrive after 8:30 am, you’ll be at the back of the queue.
Missed Out?
Hot Tip As much as we’d love to have all of you, we just can’t accommodate
Go to stayrottnest.com now and play around on the online everyone at the same time.
booking site. That way when Open Day rolls around you’ll be
But awe and wonder aren’t seasonal.
familiar with the new features and all the information you’ll need.
Beyond the beaches, spectacular events go by near unnoticed. From
playful seals and stunning bird migrations to traditional smoking
Put Pen to Paper ceremonies and more, there’s a whole other side to the island
Write down what you want, as well as some back-up options. If you waiting to be discovered.
want to stay somewhere in particular, make note of the date ranges If you’d like to visit us later in the year, future Open Days are
you’re able to work with. If your dates aren’t flexible, jot down some currently scheduled for:
alternate accommodation or room options. There’s a lot of pressure
on the day to be quick, so having it all in front of you is always helpful. Bookings Open: For Stay Dates:
Time to Cool Off Wednesday, 1 February 2023 October 2023
Try for your number one choice first and work backwards from there.
There’s a 14-day cooling off period if you need to change your booking. Wednesday, 1 March 2023 November 2023
Wednesday, 5 April 2023 December 2023
What goes around comes around
Wednesday, 3 May 2023 January 2024
Here’s another tip for you … there’s a little unspoken karma at
play on Open Days. So, like all good things, only take as much Wednesday, 7 June 2023 February 2024
as you need. Occasionally we hear of someone booking more
than they need, only to dump it later – and in the meantime, Wednesday, 5 July 2023 March 2024
so many others miss out. Only book what you need, and we Subject to change. See stayrottnest.com for the latest schedule
promise the karma will be kind.
Cast Away Here From beachfront holiday units and heritage cottages to simple bungalows, cabins, and even camping; the perfect base for your island adventure is right here.
Creature of Comfort
Your home away from home. Self-contained options with TV, lounge,
heater, linen, cutlery, crockery, and gas BBQ.
Bedrooms Beds
Standard Ocean View Chalet
Your standard holiday unit with a slightly Recently refurbished units and so close to Our cosy, timber-clad chalet contains
smaller living area but more than complete the ocean you can skip stones across the a main bedroom with zipped king bed,
with your own bathroom, open plan kitchen surface from your courtyard or balcony. second bedroom with two singles,
and enclosed courtyard. Bathurst and South Geordie Bay, Longreach Bay, Bathurst, and bathroom, and a fully-equipped kitchen and
Thomson Bay. Thomson Bay. living area. North Thomson Bay.
Available as: Available as: Available as:
2 3-4 2 3-4 2 3-4
(1 x king ensemble (can be split into two (1 x king ensemble (can be split into two (1 x king ensemble (can be split into two
singles) and 2 x single beds) singles) and 2 x single beds) singles) and 2 x single beds)
3 5-6
Premium North Heritage Bungalows
(1 x king ensemble (can be split into two
Perfect for families, these spacious units singles) and 4 x single beds) The original Rottnest Island holiday.
come in four or six-bed configurations. 4 7-8 A short stroll from town, the bungalows
You’ll be close enough to hear the waves have been around since the 1920s and
(1 x king ensemble (can be split into two
crashing. Thomson Bay, Bathurst, Fay’s Bay
singles) and 6 x single beds) have canvas sides just made for a Rottnest
and Geordie Bay.
NB: Geordie Bay units include a queen bed summer. Includes shower room and toilet
Available as: instead of a king ensemble and cannot be split located in the backyard.
Available as:
2 3-4 Heritage Cottages
(1 x king ensemble (can be split into two Step back in time and explore the island’s 2 3-4
singles) and 2 x single beds) history in one of our lovingly restored and (1 x king ensemble (can be split into two
3 5-6 charming cottages, all with their own unique singles) and 2 x single beds)
(1 x king ensemble (can be split into two layouts. Most can be found on Vincent Way
– one of the oldest intact streets in Australia.
3 5-6
singles) and 4 x single beds)
(1 x king ensemble (can be split into two
North Thomson Bay.
Premium View singles) and 4 x single beds)
Available as:
The same kind of unit as Premium, with
beautiful views over the island’s tranquil Accessible
bays. Thomson Bay, Bathurst, Longreach 2 3-4 There are nine units that have been
Bay, Fay’s Bay and Geordie Bay. (1 x king ensemble (can be split into two specially renovated for those with mobility
singles) and 2 x single beds) impairment. Located all across the island
Available as:
3 5-6 at Longreach Bay, Thomson Bay North,
(1 x king ensemble (can be split into two Thomson Bay South, Geordie Bay, and
2 3-4 singles) and 4 x single beds) Bathurst. For more info see Disabled Access
(1 x king ensemble (can be split into two
4 7-8 Information.
singles) and 2 x single beds)
(1 x king ensemble (can be split into two Available as:
3 5-6 singles) and 6 x single beds)
(1 x king ensemble (can be split into two
Governor Circle, Kingstown
singles) and 4 x single beds) Heritage View Cottages
6 18
4 7-8 Each with its own unique layout, including (Mix of bunk beds and single beds)
(1 x king ensemble (can be split into two the original lighthouse keeper’s cottage and
singles) and 6 x single beds) the authentically Art Deco WWII officers’
Premium, Thomson Bay North
cottages, there’s a well-appointed kitchen,
3 6
living, and dining area. Bathurst, North Premium, Thomson Bay North
Thomson Bay and Kingstown Barracks. 3 6
Available as: Ocean View, South Thomson
3 6
2 3-4 Premium View, Bathurst
(1 x king ensemble (can be split into two 2 4
singles) and 2 x single beds) Premium View, Geordie Bay
3 5-6 2 4
(1 x king ensemble (can be split into two
Premium View, Longreach Bay
singles) and 4 x single beds)
2 4
4 7-8
(1 x king ensemble (can be split into two Premium View, Longreach Bay
singles) and 6 x single beds) 3 6
NB: Bathurst single beds are bunk beds Ocean View, Longreach Bay
2 4
Modest or Barefoot
Bedrooms Beds
Modest Minimalist Barefoot and
When the simple things will do. Who needs a TV when you have stars like these?
Caroline Thomson Cabins Kingstown Dormitories
Fancy-Free
This accommodation is perfect for the more
Cosy, cedar-clad cabins right in the centre of 17 dormitory rooms with communal socially-minded traveller or those who just
town. Each cabin sleeps six people. There’s bathroom facilities, also ideal for schools want somewhere to lay their head.
also a small kitchenette, shower, and toilet. and groups. Some rooms have a private
bathroom and wheelchair access. Contact Rottnest Hostel
Available as:
Reservations on (+61) 1800 111 111 prior to With a communal fully-equipped kitchen,
1 6 arrival to hire towels and linen. lounge, bathrooms and BBQ area, you’ll
(1 x double bed and 2 x bunk beds) Available as: find all the essentials here. Family rooms
also include a small fridge, wardrobe, and
Governor Circle 1 14 shelf storage. Linen is provided.
(7 x bunk beds) Available as:
Perfect for schools, social, and sporting
groups; these charming cottages (the largest 1 18 Single bunk bed in shared room
of which is also access-friendly), comprise (9 x bunk beds)
Family room 4
of 9, 13, or 18-bed configurations, mostly in 1 2 (1 x double bed and 1 x bunk bed)
bunks. Bed linen and towels are provided. (2 x single beds)
Campground
Available as: 1 4
(1 x double bed and 1 x bunk bed) A modern communal camp kitchen, BBQs,
3-4 13 and a convenient bathroom block just a
(6 x bunk beds and 1 x single bed) 1 4 short stroll from The Basin. Each camp site
(2 x bunk beds) accommodates up to six people in up to two
2-3 9
1 8 tents, or four single swags.
(4 x bunk beds and 1 x single bed)
(4 x bunk beds)
6 18
(4 x bunk beds and 10 x single beds) 1 12
(5 x bunk beds and 2 x single bed)
1 14
(7 x bunk beds)
5 12
(2 x bunk beds and 8 x single bed)
Your Island Stay
North, south … it’s all magic.
Caroline
Thomson
Fay’s Bay Cabins
Camping
Longreach Ground
Bay
Bathurst
Geordie
Bay
Thomson
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Bay North
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WAY Bay South
Kingstown Barracks
PA Kingstown Hostel
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RDTerms and Conditions
of Booking
1. Bookings 3. Alterations and Cancellations 7. Accessing Accommodation Prior
Primary Guest a) Primary guests may apply for alterations
to Check In
to booking information in writing or Accessing the accommodation unit and
The person making the booking (“the
by email. external area is not permitted until the
primary guest”) must be over 18 years of
check-in process has been completed.
age and physically provide original photo b) Bookings must be cancelled in
identification and a valid credit card to staff writing, by email or in person Please note check in time is from 2 pm for
on check in. (in which case appropriate identification all self-contained accommodation and
will be required). check out is prior to 9 am. For the Camping
Bookings with a balance owing require final
Ground, check in and out times are 10 am.
payment no less than 30 days prior to the c) Where a booking is amended that
date of arrival. reduces the total value of the booking,
8. Occupancy Limits
standard cancellation fees will apply. This
Unless advised otherwise, the primary
includes date changes, accommodation • Camping Ground: Maximum two tents
guest approves RIA to charge the credit
type or applicable rate changes. per site with a maximum total of
card provided for the booking for any
6 people per site.
balance owing by the applicable due date. d) Minimum night stays may apply
Non-payment will result in the booking including restrictions on arrivals and • Governors Circle, Caroline Thomson
being cancelled with applicable fees departures on WA public holidays. Cabins, Kingstown Dormitories and
charged and any balance refunded. Fixed arrival and departure dates may Hostel: Only 1 person per bed.
also be set over Summer and Easter Additional beds are not available.
Information relating to bookings will not
school holidays. • Self-Contained Units, Villas and
be released to a third party under any
circumstances. Limited booking information e) Where a booking is cancelled in part Cottages: Maximum
may be disclosed to a nominated keyholder or full, the following fees will apply of 1 person per fixed bed plus 50%
as provided by the primary guest. depending on the notice provided. (eg. in a 4 bed unit, the number of
occupants must not exceed 6) for select
Nominated Keyholder • More than 30 days prior to arrival:
self-contained accommodation only.
$55 fixed charge or 50% of the cost of
The primary guest may nominate
the first night of the stay (whichever The RIA reserves the right to adjust
one person, who is over 18 years of
is the lowest) will be retained. occupancy limits during specified periods.
age, as authorised to check-in to the
accommodation on the primary guest’s • 3 - 30 days prior to arrival: 9. Quiet Times
behalf (“the nominated keyholder”). 100% of the cost of the first night of
The nominated keyholder must accept and the stay will be charged or retained All visitors are required to respect the rights
sign and agree to the terms and conditions (as applicable). of others to enjoy the island at all times and
of this booking and those outlined in the to observe a “quiet” time of 11 pm – 7 am in
• Less than 48 hours prior to 2 pm all areas, except:
registration card provided on check in.
check-in time:
Nominated keyholder must provide original • Kingstown and Governors Circle:
Full payment for the stay will
photo identification and a valid credit card “Quiet” time of 9 pm – 9 am applies.
to check-into the accommodation on the be retained.
• Camping Ground: “Quiet” time of
primary guest’s behalf.
4. Breach of Terms and Conditions 9 pm – 7 am applies.
Liability
Any breach of these terms and conditions
The primary guest is and remains liable by the primary guest, keyholder or other 10. The 5/3 Booking Rule
for the acts and omissions of the primary occupants may result in immediate When booking in advance and into a month
guest keyholder and the occupants in cancellation of the tenancy without refund. that has not yet been released for sale,
connection with the booking, including at least 5 nights must be booked within
This includes additional terms and
liability for damage to the accommodation the open month to be able to book a
conditions provided by email on
and cleaning fees and charges. A reference maximum of 3 nights in the closed month.
nomination of a keyholder and those
to an occupant means any: Subsequent shortening of the stay by
located on the reverse of the registration
a) actual occupant of the accommodation reducing the number of nights in the arrival
card which must be signed on check-in.
who occupies the accommodation month is not permitted.
under, by, through or on account of the 5. Reallocation Please note this does not apply to all Open
primary guest’s booking and includes Days (see applicable Booking Guide).
Under exceptional circumstances the RIA
any nominated keyholder; and
reserves the right to reallocate a booking to
b) other person who occupies or visits an alternative of a similar type.
the relevant accommodation with the
permission of the primary guest or a 6. Credit Card Surety
person listed in (a) above. It is a condition of tenancy that the primary
guest and any nominated keyholder,
2. No Transfers or Name Changes
physically provides a valid credit card pre-
For all bookings made on or after authorisation to the RIA and agrees to allow
4 January 2023, the primary guest must any cost for which they are liable under the
not transfer, assign or sell the booking to tenancy to be levied against this credit card.
another person.
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