We have created a list with the best five star hotels in Brisbane, Australia. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
A list by Isa Weber & Adam Hansen. Updated February 2024.
Luxury Hotel.Delightful property. Lovely interior design. Popular among women. Located in the city of Brisbane, with direct access to restaurants, shopping and bars, The Calile Hotel features an outdoor pool, fitness centre and spa facilities. You can complete your Brisbane experience with visits to the city’s art galleries, museums and the CBD, all within a short drive from the property. The Calile Hotel offers generous guest rooms, including city and pool view rooms. Each room is designed with the guest experience in mind, with most offering an individual balcony or terrace and all featuring Chromecast and Bluetooth sound bar, automated blackout blinds, Grown Alchemist bathroom amenities, a locally curated minibar, 55 inch UHD television and complimentary WiFi. Create memorable moments in time at The Calile Hotel. Enjoy the many facilities at the property, including the four on site restaurants Lobby Bar, Hellenika, SK Steak & Oyster and Sushi Room. Relax with a cocktail in a poolside cabana or at the hotel's spa facilities, which provide a holistic wellness experience with modern approaches to skin health, medical aesthetics and beauty essentials. Museum of Brisbane is 2.6 km from The Calile Hotel, while Queensland Art Gallery is 4.3 km away. Brisbane Airport is 14 km from the property.Show full description
This is likely the most BEAUTIFUL five-star hotel in Brisbane.
Luxury Hotel.Highly elegant. Great views. Popular among couples. Boasting a fitness centre and views of the river, Emporium Hotel South Bank is set in Brisbane, 400 metres from South Bank Parklands. This property is located a short distance from attractions such as Brisbane Exhibition Centre. It features a spa centre and a 24-hour front desk. At the hotel, each room has a desk and a flat-screen TV. Rooms are complete with a private bathroom fitted with a shower and free toiletries, while some rooms at Emporium Hotel South Bank also provide guests with a balcony. All rooms have a wardrobe. City Botanical Gardens is an 11-minute walk from the accommodation. The nearest airport is Brisbane Airport, 14 km from Emporium Hotel South Bank.Show full description
Based on my research this is one of the most ELEGANT AND LUXURIOUS luxury hotels in Brisbane.
Boutique hotel.Relaxing atmosphere. Superb breakfast. Popular among couples. Located in the fashionable suburb of New Farm, Spicers Balfour Hotel is an award-winning boutique hotel just 7 minutes’ from the Brisbane city centre. The luxurious rooms at Balfour Spicers include a flat-screen TV, DVD players, and a Nespresso coffee machine. Some suites offer 1940's style art-deco style décor with a separate lounge area. Spicers Balfour Hotel rooftop bar serves cocktails and overlooks the city and Story Bridge. The Balfour Kitchen is open from Monday to Saturday and serves Modern Vietnamese cuisine. Guests can enjoy breakfast on the verandah or in the frangipani courtyard seven days a week. There is a private dining room, and a larger function room, available for celebrations or business events. Spicers Balfour Hotel is approximately 30 minutes' drive from Brisbane Airport.Show full description
I think this place could be the most RELAXING boutique hotel in Brisbane. It also has a highly rated breakfast.
Boutique hotel.Charming. Cosy rooms. The Inchcolm by Ovolo offers accommodation in the heart of Brisbane. Set in a 1920’s era building this hotel features an on-site restaurant and bar. The property offers complimentary access to the fitness facilities at Fitness First Elizabeth Street, located 700 metres away. The Inchcolm by Ovolo is just 5-minute walk from Queen Street Mall. Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre 10-minute drive away. The rooms and suites are air-conditioned and offer a flat-screen TV. They feature a minibar and tea and coffee making facilities. The private bathroom includes a shower and a hairdryer. Guests can have a drink at the bar, or dine at The Inchcolm Bar, which offers a seasonal menu using local organic produce.Show full description
This might be the most charming, cool and well designed five-star hotel in Brisbane. Soooo nice!
Luxury Hotel.Elegant. Good breakfast. Located in Brisbane's CBD (Central Business District) Hilton Brisbane is just 2 minutes’ walk from Queen Street Mall and 10 minutes’ walk from South Bank Parklands. Guests enjoy an onsite restaurant, a tennis court and a fitness centre. The elegant rooms offer stunning city views. Hilton Hotel Brisbane is 15 minutes' walk from the Gallery of Modern Art (GoMA). The Brisbane River and the City Botanic Gardens are a 5-minute walk away. Vintaged Bar + Grill brings you a premium range of Australian beef featuring wagyu, in-house dry-aged steaks, and sustainably sourced seafood – all cooked on our open grill and balanced with Mediterranean aromas, while the sleek Vintaged Bar offers guests a selection of innovative cocktails. Guests can work out in the fitness centre, or play a game of tennis. The hotel offers 24-hour reception, valet parking and concierge services. A business centre and meeting facilities are also provided. Each air-conditioned room features a flat-screen TV with cable channels and a bathroom with walk-in shower. Some bathrooms offer a bathtub.Show full description
Luxury Hotel.Relaxing atmosphere. Great views. Popular among couples. Offering absolute riverfront accommodation and featuring river views from every room, Stamford Plaza Brisbane is perfectly positioned on the banks of the Brisbane River and is just a few steps from the adjacent Botanical Gardens. The hotel is located in the hub of the CBD (Central Business District) and within the city’s prestigious dining and shopping precinct. Self parking is available at an off-site location, 240 metres from the hotel. This unique riverfront property offers stunning vistas to the iconic Story Bridge and Kangaroo Point cliffs and lush open gardens. It boasts an onsite outdoor pool and spa, sauna, 24-hour fitness centre and 3 restaurants and bars. The refurbished guest rooms offer a tranquil and luxurious stay and feature a classic, elegant style. All spacious, air-conditioned rooms include a flat-screen TV, free WiFi, mini bar, tea/coffee making facilities and a work space. The luxurious marble bathrooms feature a separate bath and walk-in shower. 24-hour in room dining is available. Guests can dine riverside on the promenade at The Brasserie on the River, or indoors for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The Brasserie offers a popular seafood buffet and delightful high tea. Kabuki Japanese features teppanyaki grill options or a la carte selections. The Pav Bar is the place for a light menu and cocktail while enjoying the open-air courtyard. Stamford Plaza Brisbane is within a 10-minute drive from The Gabba and Suncorp Stadium and is a 20-minute drive from Brisbane Airport.Show full description
Luxury Hotel.Historic. Comfortable beds. The award-winning Treasury Casino & Hotel boasts luxurious rooms and suites offering old-world charm and modern comforts such as free WiFi. Situated just 200 metres from Brisbane River, this historic property offers 6 restaurants, 5 bars and a 24-hour reception desk. Housed in one of Australia's grandest heritage buildings, Treasury Casino & Hotel is less than 5 minutes' walk from Queen Street Mall's shopping, dining and nightlife. Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre, QPAC and Southbank Parklands are set just across the river, within 15 minutes’ walk. Brisbane Airport is a 25-minute drive away. Each of the elegant rooms feature high-ceilings, deluxe marble bathrooms and antique-style furnishings. All include a large flat-screen TV, an iPod docking station, an in-room safe and a minibar. Housekeeping services are offered twice a day. Additional guest facilities include conference and meeting rooms, self-parking for an additional charge of $30 per day and valet parking for an additional charge of $45 per day, laundry services and a fully equipped fitness centre with a sauna.Show full description
Luxury Hotel.Trendy. Nice interior design. W Brisbane is located on North Quay with views over the Brisbane River. Offering 312 spacious guest rooms, W Brisbane boasts three restaurants and bars, a spa and fitness centre. The 5 star hotel is within walking distance to South Bank and Brisbane's public transport system. Complimentary Wi-Fi is offered throughout the property. Each stylishly appointed guestroom and suite will feature views of the Brisbane River out to Mount Coot-tha or South Bank, custom furnishings and interiors, in room mix bar and complimentary luxe amenities. It also has a 55-inch LED TV and a Bluetooth speaker. W Brisbane features three dining venues to experience. Guests can relax with light bites and a refreshing drink at WET Deck, an urban oasis with pool overlooking the Brisbane River. Living Room Bar offers innovative cocktails and snacks at night with live DJ entertainment. Guest can relax at AWAY Spa offering massage, facials, manicures and pedicures. Popular points of interest near W Brisbane include Queen Street Mall, Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre, Botanic Gardens and South Bank Parklands. The property is within walking distance of the Queensland Art Gallery & Gallery of Modern Art. The nearest airport is Brisbane Airport, 16 km from the property.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Historic. Great location. Boasting free Wi-Fi, a restaurant and a bar, Gambaro Hotel is located in the heart of Brisbane's vibrant Caxton Street. This boutique property is a 4-minute walk from Suncorp Stadium. Each custom-designed, air-conditioned room includes flat-screen TV, a refrigerator, ironing supplies and tea/coffee making facilities. All rooms boast a private bathroom with luxurious toiletries. The multi-award winning Gambaro Seafood Restaurant is renowned for its signature mud crab and lobster specialties. Other menu items include Hervey Bay scallops, Moreton Bay Bugs and Tasmanian oysters. Guests can enjoy a steak at the Chef Hat awarded Black Hide Steakhouse by Gambaro. Gambaro Hotel Brisbane is a 5-minute drive from Brisbane’s city centre and less than 10 minutes’ walk from Roma Street Transit Centre. South Bank Parklands and Queen Street Mall are both a 20-minute walk away.Show full description
Luxury Hotel.Good breakfast. Located in Brisbane's CBD (Central Business District), the 5-star Sofitel Brisbane Central features a day spa, an outdoor pool, indulgent rooms and an a la carte restaurant, Suzette Restaurant. It offers direct access to Central Railway Station, or Roma Street Station is just 800 metres away. Brisbane City Hall and Treasury Casino are within a 15-minute walk of the Sofitel. The City Botanic Gardens are a 20-minute walk away. Stephanies Spa Retreat offers several health and beauty treatments, including their signature cleansing treatment, the Opal Rasul Temple. All rooms of Sofitel Brisbane Central are equipped with satellite TV, bathrobes and slippers, and a fully stocked mini-bar. Guests can also enjoy 24-hour in room dining, with a wide range of gourmet selections to choose from.Show full description
Luxury Hotel.Cool. Great location. Popular among couples. Crystalbrook Vincent has a restaurant, outdoor swimming pool, a fitness centre and bar in Brisbane. Among the facilities at this property are a 24-hour front desk and room service, along with free WiFi throughout the property. Private parking can be arranged at an extra charge. At the hotel, rooms have a desk and a TV. The rooms will provide guests with a wardrobe and a coffee machine. Continental and American breakfast options are available each morning at Crystalbrook Vincent. The accommodation offers a sun terrace. Brisbane Showgrounds is 2.6 km from Crystalbrook Vincent, while New Farm Riverwalk is 5 km from the property. The nearest airport is Brisbane Airport, 15 km from the hotel.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Charming. Cosy rooms. Located in the heart of Fortitude Valley and inspired by the eclectic culture and iconic history of the neighbourhood, Ovolo The Valley Brisbane features a rooftop pool looking out onto the Fortitude Valley surroundings, a sauna, well-equipped fitness centre and a meeting room. The property offers an oasis of colour and art, with custom wallpaper, eccentric furniture and illustrations curated throughout all spaces and rooms. Artwork from emerging artists are displayed to match the eclectic nature of the property. Each room offers 24-hour room service, free in-room mini bar, a large flat screen TV, Google Chromecast device and free WiFi. Other features include a self-serve laundry, additional wall plugs, phone chargers, and a Smart voice-activated speaker. Breakfast can be purchased at an additional cost. The hotel is surrounded by shopping, restaurants and bars. Ovolo The Valley is just minutes from Brisbane's city centre and chic Valley nightlife.Show full description
Luxury Hotel. Boasting an outdoor swimming pool, 24-hour fitness centre and spa facilities, The Westin Brisbane is located in the heart of Brisbane CBD, surrounded by a variety of restaurants, cafes, shopping and amenities. The hotel has an on site resturant and a pool bar. The City Botanic Gardens are located just 350 metres from the property. All guest rooms at The Westin Brisbane feature an air-conditioning, a flat-screen TV and coffee machine. The private bathroom includes free toiletries and a hairdryer and there are ironing facilities for your convenience. Some rooms at the hotel feature city or partial river views. "Settimo by Guy Grossi is a gathering place for lovers of authentic Italian flavours enjoyed with relaxed sophistication. The restaurant offers simple flavours, friendly hospitality and vibrant energy of the Amalfi Coast." The Charles' is a bar and cafe offering International cuisine and a menu of cocktails, craft beers and wines. You can swim up and relax at Nautilus Pool Bar, with a variety of drinks on offer. Heavenly Spa by Westin offers a large range of treatments and services such as facials, massages, manicures/pedicures and therapy baths. Queensland Performing Arts Centre (QPAC) is 2.3 km from The Westin Brisbane, while the Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary is 14 km away. Brisbane Airport is 16 km from the property.Show full description
Luxury Hotel.Great location. Located opposite Queen Street Mall in Brisbane's CBD (Central Business District), Hyatt Regency Brisbane boasts a restaurant, a fitness centre and a rooftop swimming pool with a pool-side bar. All rooms offer city views and free WiFi. Hyatt Regency Brisbane is a 4-minute drive from Suncorp Stadium and a 7-minute drive from South Bank. Brisbane Airport is a 17-minute drive away. Each air-conditioned room features a desk and a 48-inch flat-screen TV with free satellite channels and free movies. Rooms also include an espresso coffee machine with free coffee. Conveniences include 24-hour check in. A concierge service and laundry facilities are also available. You can check-in using the mobile app. Guests can dine at the onsite Lennons Restaurant and enjoy a drink at the bar. In-room meals can be arranged via room service. The Lounge offers light snacks, couches, TVs, boardroom meeting spaces, a library and a fitness centre. Tea and coffee are included.Show full description
This luxury hotel has a great location in Brisbane.
Luxury Hotel.Great views. Just 100 metres from the Brisbane River, Meriton Suites Herschel Street, Brisbane offer modern self-contained accommodation with a flat-screen TV. Guests enjoy unlimited free WiFi at the property. Meriton Suites Herschel Street, Brisbane are located in Brisbane's CBD (Central Business District), Herschel Street are 5 minutes’ walk from Roma Street Train Station, and 1 km from Brisbane Private Hospital. Suncorp Stadium is a 5-minute drive away. All suites have a fully equipped kitchen with a stove, a microwave and a refrigerator. Each suite has laundry facilities and a bathroom with a hairdryer and free toiletries. Complimentary toothbrushes and toothpaste may also be available, subject to availability. Union Pay cards are accepted at this property.Show full description
Luxury Hotel. Located in Brisbane's CBD (Central Business District), Brisbane Marriott Hotel, overlooks the iconic Story Bridge and offers modern rooms with extra-comfortable beds and panoramic views. The hotel features an onsite restaurant, fitness centre and an outdoor/covered swimming pool. All rooms at Marriott Brisbane are air-conditioned and include, complimentary WiFi, a work desk and a tea/coffee maker. Queen Street Mall, Eagle Street Pier and Chinatown are 10 minutes’ walk from the hotel. Motion Dining offers al fresco dining and river views. The chef’s menu focuses on regional produce. The restaurant is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner.Show full description
Luxury Hotel.Great value. Designed to spark curiosity, Hotel Indigo Brisbane City Centre brings it’s electric charm and hidden artistic flair to Brisbane City. Displaying large-scale works by Queensland artists, including Blends, Bronte Naylor and Fuzeillear, the hotel takes guests on a discovery trail of Brisbane’s hidden secrets. The hotels electric personality is evident from the moment you enter the foyer to find a Tuk Nook coffee cart. Find a mural featuring escape artist Sammy the Bengal tiger, opposite the first-floor check-in. Guestrooms encompass retro vibes, with deep blue feature walls, industrial lighting, pop-up desks, sleek tiled ensuites and a tasty 24-hour in room dining menu. Hotel Indigo is home to Izakaya Publico, a stunning, street art-adorned Japanese restaurant accessed via speakeasy-inspired bar 1603. Gaze upon soaring ceilings, leather booths and colourful murals. The designed-to-share menu is a journey through Japanese favourites, both traditional and contemporary. The restaurant offers a delicious buffet breakfast for all hotel guests. Enjoy a convenient 250m walk to Brisbane Quarter, a foodies paradise, featuring popular restaurants Persone, Phat Boy, Tenya and Three Blue Ducks. Hotel Indigo Brisbane City Centre is 1km from Roma Street Parkland & 2.2km from XXXX Ale House & Brewery Tours.Show full description
Luxury Hotel.Stylish. Rooftop bar. Popular among women.Opened September 2020. Located in Brisbane, 400 metres from New Farm Riverwalk, Hotel X Brisbane Fortitude Vly, Vignette Collection - an IHG Hotel provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, private parking, a fitness centre and a restaurant. Featuring a bar, the hotel is close to several noted attractions, around 1.6 km from Brisbane Central Station, 1.9 km from New Farm Park and 1.5 km from Brisbane Showgrounds. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, a shuttle service, room service and free WiFi. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a desk, a coffee machine, a fridge, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a shower. Hotel X Brisbane Fortitude Vly, Vignette Collection - an IHG Hotel features certain rooms that include a terrace, and every room has a kettle. At the accommodation every room is equipped with bed linen and towels. Guests at Hotel X Brisbane Fortitude Vly, Vignette Collection - an IHG Hotel can enjoy an American breakfast. Queen Street Mall is 1.9 km from the hotel, while Roma Street Parklands is 2.3 km away. The nearest airport is Brisbane Airport, 12 km from Hotel X Brisbane Fortitude Vly, Vignette Collection - an IHG Hotel.Show full description
This luxury hotel has a popular rooftop bar, a unique rooftop pool and a cool rooftop restaurant.
Luxury Hotel.Great value. Amora Hotel Brisbane is situated only 300 mtrs from Central Station and within walking distance to The Queen St Mall, Treasury Casino, Suncorp Stadium and the entertainment precincts of Howard Smith Wharves and Fortitude Valley. The hotel offers 296 spacious guest rooms and suites ideal for the leisure or business traveler, fully equipped gymnasium, sauna and outdoor pool, dedicated Conference Centre and undercover secure parking for your convenience. Dining options inhouse include modern Australian cuisine in The Dapl Restaurant, Lobby Bar for pre or post cocktails, casual dining in Two Donkeys Café and 24 hours Room Service. With easy access from Brisbane Airport, Amora Hotel Brisbane is your ideal Brisbane base.Show full description
Luxury Hotel.Great breakfast. The Point Brisbane is located at Kangaroo Point with views of Brisbane River and the city. It is a 5-minute drive from The Gabba. A free weekday shuttle takes guests to the local City Hopper terminal. Free WiFi and free covered parking are also available. All air-conditioned rooms at The Point Brisbane feature an en suite bathroom, flat-screen cable TV and a pillow menu for added comfort. Some rooms boast lovely views of the city skyline and Brisbane River. Guests can work out in the fitness centre or relax beside the palm fringed pool as well as 24-hour guest services and 24-hour room service. Concierge services and valet parking are also available. Open daily, Lamberts Restaurant offers modern Australian cuisine. Pre-dinner drinks with friends can be enjoyed at the bar and lounge. South Bank Parklands and Fortitude Valley are within walking distance.Show full description
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