The image displays the exterior of The Raffles Hotel, located in Applecross, Australia, under a clear blue sky

The image displays the exterior of The Raffles Hotel, located in Applecross, Australia, under a clear blue sky. The building is constructed of red brick with a red tiled roof, featuring multiple gables and a small, decorative spire atop the central section. An elevated outdoor patio extends from the building, covered by white pergolas with beige retractable awnings. On the patio, several individuals are seated at tables with chairs, engaged in dining or socializing. At least one beige market umbrella is open over a table. Potted plants are strategically placed around the patio area. In the foreground, a dense bed of low, vibrant green shrubs with scattered dry leaves occupies the bottom half of the frame. A light-colored paved pathway, approximately 1.5 meters wide, cuts through a grassy area, leading directly towards the building's entrance. This pathway is bordered on both sides by low red brick walls, which define manicured green lawns. A circular metal grate or manhole cover is visible embedded in the pathway. A tall black lamppost stands to the left of the pathway in the midground. Behind the hotel, several palm trees are visible, and further to the right, taller deciduous trees rise against the horizon. The sunlight suggests either early morning or late afternoon, casting warm light on the building and grounds.