Local Government
Perth
Region
Metropolitan
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Location
138 Barrack St Perth
Location Details
Other Name(s)
Commercial Hotel
Romayne's Hotel
Construction Date
Constructed from 1847 to 1902
Demolition Year
N/AStatutory Heritage Listings
| Type | Status | Date | Documents | More information |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heritage Area | Adopted | 05 Aug 2009 | ||
| Heritage List | Adopted | 22 Apr 1991 | ||
| State Register | Registered | 25 Jun 1993 |
Register Entry |
Heritage Council |
Heritage Council Decisions and Deliberations
| Type | Status | Date | Documents |
|---|---|---|---|
| (no listings) |
Other Heritage Listings and Surveys
| Type | Status | Date | Grading/Management | More information | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Category | Description | ||||
| Classified by the National Trust | Classified | 05 Mar 1991 |
|
Heritage Council | |
| Perth Draft Inventory 99-01 | YES | 31 Dec 1999 |
|
Heritage Council | |
| Local Heritage Survey | Adopted | 28 Mar 2023 | Category 1 |
Category 1 |
|
| Local Heritage Survey | Completed\Draft | Category 1 |
Category 1 |
||
| Municipal Inventory | Adopted | 13 Mar 2001 | Category 1 |
Category 1 |
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Statement of Significance
The facade is of aesthetic significance for its commanding presence in the Barrack Street streetscape. Its central position, outstanding decoration and height make it a critical unifying element in the group of buildings in which it sits.
The design of the facade is attributed to the architects Porter and Thomas, who are significant in the history of architecture in Western Australia as the designers of the Palace Hotel.
The facade represents a rare example of its stylistic type in Perth.
Physical Description
Three storied facade with colonnade and colosseum motif; street facade embellished with florid motifs.
History
A hotel was located on this site since 1847 and through that time has been known as the Commercial Hotel, Romayne’s Hotel and then the Railway Hotel. The hotel was located very close to the Fremantle to Guildford railway which was opened in 1881.
Integrity/Authenticity
Low integrity.
Low authenticity as only the facade remains.
Condition
Fair
Associations
| Name | Type | Year From | Year To |
|---|---|---|---|
| Porter and Thomas | Architect | - | - |
References
| Ref ID No | Ref Name | Ref Source | Ref Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| File 1.51 / 130 | COP Heritage Place File | City of Perth | |
| Register of Heritage Places-Permanent Entry Railway Hotel, Perth | 1993 |
State Heritage Office library entries
| Library Id | Title | Medium | Year Of Publication |
|---|---|---|---|
| 296 | Hotel development Barrack Street Perth conceptual design and development approval application | Report | 1993 |
| 12261 | Report on the Eastern side of Barrack Street streetscape between Murray Street and Wellington Street for the Heriatge council of Western Australia | Heritage Study {Other} | 1992 |
| 63 | A report commissioned by the Heritage Council of Western Australia investigating the facade and balconies of the Railway Hotel 130-132 Barrack Street Perth | Heritage Study {Other} | 1993 |
| 4885 | Railway Hotel, 130-132 Barrack Street, Perth : conservation plan. | Heritage Study {Cons'n Plan} | 2000 |
Place Type
Individual Building or Group
Uses
| Epoch | General | Specific |
|---|---|---|
| Original Use | COMMERCIAL | Hotel, Tavern or Inn |
| Present Use | COMMERCIAL | Hotel, Tavern or Inn |
Architectural Styles
| Style |
|---|
| Federation Free Classical |
Construction Materials
| Type | General | Specific |
|---|---|---|
| Wall | BRICK | Common Brick |
| Wall | BRICK | Rendered Brick |
Historic Themes
| General | Specific |
|---|---|
| SOCIAL & CIVIC ACTIVITIES | Community services & utilities |
| OCCUPATIONS | Hospitality industry & tourism |
Creation Date
30 May 1989Publish place record online (inHerit):
ApprovedLast Update
06 Jun 2024Disclaimer
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