We have created a list with the best boutique 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 Kent Berg & Ada Nyman. Updated March 2024.
Charming. Hip. Superb interior design. 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
Based on my research this is one of the most charming, cool and well designed boutique hotels in Brisbane! AMAZING.
Bed and Breakfast.Historic property. Relaxing atmosphere. Superb breakfast. Popular among women. Edward Lodge New Fam is an elegant and stylish 1912 property situated in the heart of New Farm near the beautiful Brisbane River. The boutique hotel is decorated in a calming colour palette, and the property is surrounded by leafy green tree lined streets. All rooms offer beds with crisp, white linen, and are well appointed with air-conditioning, tea and coffee making facilities, a fridge and TV. Each guest room offers a bathroom with a hairdryer and toiletries. There is a convenient shared guest kitchen for the preparation of simple meals and a coin operated guest laundry. Edward Lodge New Fam is a 5-minute walk from the City Cat at Sydney Street or the bus at Brunswick Street.Show full description
I would describe this as the most historic, relaxing and romantic boutique hotel in Brisbane. WOW!
Delightful property. Relaxing atmosphere. 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. 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. Enjoy the many facilities at the property, including the four on site restaurants Lobby Bar, Hellenika, SK Steak & Oyster and Sushi Room. The Calile Hotel offers generous guest rooms, including city and pool view rooms. Create memorable moments in time at The Calile Hotel. 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
In my judgement this could be the most BEAUTIFUL boutique hotel in Brisbane.
Relaxing atmosphere. Unique. Great 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
This boutique hotel is one of the most popular in Brisbane among couples!
Unique. Great views. Rooftop pool. 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
Lively. Cool. 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. The hotel is surrounded by shopping, restaurants and bars. 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. Ovolo The Valley is just minutes from Brisbane's city centre and chic Valley nightlife.Show full description
I would describe this as one of the most LIVELY luxury hotels in Brisbane.
Great views. Great location. Popular among couples and women. 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
Cool. Great views. 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
Lively. Great bar. 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 an amazing hotel bar, a popular rooftop bar and a unique rooftop pool.
Cosy rooms. Great value. Amelia Boutique Hotel is set in Fortitude Valley, Brisbane, 250 metres from Fortitude Valley Train Station, Chinatown and a range of bars, restaurants and nightclubs. The property is located 300 metres from the Brisbane Showground (Ekka). Free WiFi is provided in the lobby area. All rooms are equipped with a flat-screen TV. Queen Street Mall is 1.5 km from Amelia Hotel, while Treasury Building - Casino is 2.1 km from the property. Brisbane Airport is 12 km away.Show full description
This boutique hotel has very cosy rooms and great affordability.
Stylish. Great value. Rooftop pool. Couture lifestyle meets intelligent luxury in the Alex Perry Hotel & Apartments, situated in the Brisbane Fortitude Valley. Each room encompasses all the benefits of the floor to ceiling glazing, including natural light and stunning views of the city. Guests can keep entertained in the comfort of their rooms with free cable channels and iPod docking stations. The stylish rooms feature individually zoned climate control air-conditioning, providing comfort all year round. All rooms include fully self-contained kitchens with top quality Neff kitchen appliances. Features include an outdoor pool and sun terrace if you’re looking to relax and soak up the sun. Fortitude Valley City Centre is only a 10-minute walk from the property, providing options of assorted cuisines to suit all tastes. Alex Perry Hotel & Apartments is only an 8-minute drive from The City Boardwalk where views of Brisbane River can be enjoyed.Show full description
Trendy. Charming. Great location. Located in the cultural centre of Fortitude Valley, The Constance features rooms with unique street art interiors. All include free WiFi and satellite TV. The Constance Accommodation is a 5-minute drive from Brisbane CBD and an 8-minute drive from Suncorp Stadium. Brisbane Airport is a 13-minute drive away. All rooms offer entertainment features including an iPod docking station and a 40-inch LSP TV. Also on offer is a desk, minibar and bathroom with a shower. Some rooms offer a private spa bath or a courtyard. Guests enjoy the convenience of 24-hour check in. You can organise an activity through the tour desk or use the business centre. Room service is available.Show full description
Great location. Great value. Popular among couples. Just 150 metres from the CityCat and CityFerry, the Il Mondo Boutique Hotel offers free private parking on site. This stylish accommodation offers a Japanese restaurant, an outdoor pool and free Wi-Fi access in public areas. Hotel Il Mondo Boutique is 1.5 km from Fortitude Valley and the Chinatown. The modern rooms are fully air-conditioned and come with an en suite bathroom. Amenities include a fridge, tea/coffee making facilities and cable television. The property provides free bike rental services for guests to explore the area. There is a self-service laundry facility and dry cleaning services can be arranged. There is also a guest lounge with a library. It is 2 km from the Old Performing Arts Centre and the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre. The Brisbane Airport is 10 km away.Show full description
This boutique hotel has a great location in Brisbane.
Comfortable beds. This boutique hotel, located in the inner city suburb of Toowong, offers stylish accommodation and modern facilities. Guests enjoy free WiFi and in-room movies. All rooms at Jephson Hotel & Apartments feature a Super King-size bed, en suite bathroom, Smart TV with cable channels and free in-house movies, and spacious balconies. The rooftop area features a function room available for booking out in advance. Jephson Hotel & Apartments is 1-minute walk from the nearest shopping centre. Wesley Hospital is 1 train stop away, while Suncorp Stadium is only 2 train stops away. CityCat ferry terminal is a 10-minute walk.Show full description
Located 15 minutes’ drive from Brisbane City Centre, The Brook by Nightcap Plus features an on-site bistro. Guests can relax with a drink at the bar and enjoy evening entertainment, including trivia nights. Hotel Brook is conveniently situated adjacent to Brookside Shopping Centre, and 8 minutes’ walk from from Mitchelton Train Station. It is 15 minutes’ drive from Suncorp Stadium and 17 minutes' drive from Brisbane Airport. All rooms are air-conditioned and offer a refrigerator and tea and coffee making facilities. There is a private bathroom, and towels and linen are provided. Some rooms include a flat-screen TV.Show full description
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