Cape Arid Rooms

Housed in the mid-19th century State Buildings, COMO The Treasury is the ideal base from which to explore some of Perth's most vibrant restaurants, retail and more.

There is plenty to explore within the State Buildings from afternoon tea at Cape Arid Rooms to deep relaxation at COMO Shambhala Urban Escape with massages and treatments.

We look forward to welcoming you to COMO The Treasury soon.

We invite you to discover the Thomas River Edition of the esteemed COMO The Treasury afternoon tea at Cape Arid Rooms

Each edition of the menu spotlights the finest local producers and ingredients. Whether you pair your food with Champagne or beautifully brewed tea, dining in our Cape Arid Rooms is a delightful afternoon indulgence like no other.

Reservations via bit.ly/3HlIT57.

Step inside the tranquil surrounds of our Arrivals Lounge and experience a taste of Western Australia's unique beauty with these stunning native flowers by local artisans, Fox and Rabbit Premium Flowers.
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​Often featuring banksia, gums, proteas and other native wildflowers, these incredible floral arrangements are also showcased in our home of afternoon indulgence Cape Arid Rooms.

We are delighted to announce the Thomas River edition of the esteemed COMO The Treasury afternoon tea.
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​Emboldened in nature’s pristine clarity, where the glare from the purest white sands blind, Thomas River meets the majestic southern sea within a sweeping stretch of brilliant beach.

​Featuring the finest local producers, journey through delectable sweet and savoury delights from an indulgent Bahen & Co chocolate tart, to the exquisite Shark Bay crab on brioche.

A moment to share like no other, we invite you to discover the latest edition in the beautiful surrounds of the Cape Arid Rooms.
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​Reservations via bit.ly/3GT3VbN

We are delighted to announce the Thomas River Edition of the esteemed COMO The Treasury afternoon tea in the beautiful surrounds of the Cape Arid Rooms.
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Emboldened in nature’s pristine clarity, where the glare from the purest white sands blind, Thomas River meets the majestic southern sea within a sweeping stretch of brilliant beach.

Inspired by the intriguing adventures and intricately stunning works of celebrated local artists, Philippa and Alex Nikulinsky, embark on an unforgettable culinary escapade featuring delectable sweet and savoury delights from an indulgent Bahen & Co chocolate tart, to the exquisite Shark Bay crab on brioche.
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​Make a reservation via bit.ly/3Gw46JG

Holiday close to home with a rejuvenating two-night escape in the historic heart of Perth.

The Discover COMO The Treasury package features accommodation in one of our stunning Heritage Rooms, a 75-minute signature COMO Shambhala Massage for each guest and a four-course dinner at Post, as well your choice of an afternoon tea experience in the Cape Arid Rooms or lunch at either Wildflower or Petition.

Treat yourself or a loved one to a well-deserved moment of rest and relaxation…

​Visit comohotels.com/en/thetreasury/offers/discover-como-treasury to discover more.

A painting from Cape Arid (Fremantle Press) - the original painting hangs in the Cape Arid Rooms at COMO The Treasury, Perth AU

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Shop the Cape Arid Collection: https://nikulinsky.com.au/collections/cape-arid

From the moment we walked in the door of Cape Arid Rooms we realised this was not just any afternoon tea, this was something special. The walls are filled with paintings from the phenomenal book Cape Arid by Alex Nikulinsky and Philippa Nikulinsky, published by Fremantle Press (from which the rooms take their name) and the furniture is welcoming and comfortable.

The menu, which will change with the seasons, is inspired by the abundance of amazing local produce, featuring the likes of Bahen & Co. Chocolate Cambray Cheese Honey For Life Chestnut Brae Sweet Chestnut Farm and Bannister Downs Dairy Farm As for favourites, it is hard to choose as they were all magnificent but the rye tartlet, chestnut, mushroom duxelle, ricotta, candied pine nuts was particularly delicious and the jarrah honey cheesecake tartlet, spiced apple compote was simply divine! The buttermilk scones were easily the best I have had for many years!

Every mouthful was a journey of the most refined and delicious flavours and textures served on the most delicate Mud Australia porcelain and handmade, local timber stands.

Accompanied by the most gorgeous selection of teas from Teassential, a locally owned and operated small tea company which matched the food perfectly and featured indigenous ingredients like strawberry gum, tea tree, lemon myrtle and eucalyptus, the whole experience was simply perfect.

It would be remiss of me not to mention the amazing attention to detail and exceptional service. Not at all fussy or over the top but just enough to feel special! Our Scottish server was very attentive and professional, making sure we were happy and comfortable without making us feel hurried or a burden.

We simply can't wait to come back... although we each have a lime and mint delice with citrus curd, mint sponge and eucalyptus to eat later (we couldn't fit in another bite so took this one home!)

Thank you for a truly wonderful afternoon!

Cape Arid Rooms at COMO The Treasury, Perth AU featured on the cover of The West Australian Today section today. Book via State Buildings website to experience the finest afternoon tea.

"So many people have reached out to tell me how they loved seeing the collection at COMO The Treasury. Many of them did not know where Cape Arid was before seeing the artwork and went to explore it afterwards. That they bothered to take the very long drive to Cape Arid is a testament to the compelling sense of place that I think our collection inspires."
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​​An exquisite celebration of the Western Australian landscape, Philippa and Alex Nikulinsky's Cape Arid Collection has adorned our walls since we opened our doors in 2015. This intricate series of works is the inspiration for our reimagined home of afternoon indulgence – Cape Arid Rooms.
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​To discover more about what inspires a lifetime of art, love and exploration – visit bit.ly/3xurx0P.

Introducing the Cape Arid Rooms

Three interconnected rooms exquisitely align as the warm and inviting home for the celebrated COMO The Treasury, Perth AU afternoon tea.

The Cape Arid Rooms at COMO The Treasury, Perth AU are now open.

Three interconnected rooms exquisitely align as the warm and inviting home for the highly-anticipated evolution of the celebrated COMO The Treasury afternoon tea.

Following two years of research and development, drawing insight from the finest afternoon tea experiences across the globe, the concept of Cape Arid Rooms was born, and the transformed destination will open its doors today in the south-eastern wing of the State Buildings.

The philosophy of Cape Arid Rooms is centred upon inviting guests to embark on a culinary escapade to the deep southern Cape Arid National Park, crafted through the exquisite lens of renowned Western Australian artists, Philippa and Alex Nikulinsky, whose detailed works adorn the walls of the tranquil space.

The finest local producers shine within this intricate dedication to the art of afternoon indulgence - whether you savour Champagne or pair a precious and impeccably brewed tea - this is a moment to share like no other.