We have created a list with the best central luxury 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 Mia Dahl & Kent Berg. Updated December 2023.
Good breakfast. Comfortable beds. Located in the heart of the Brisbane CBD (Central Business District), Hotel Indigo Brisbane Centre offers air-conditioned rooms. Queen Street Mall and Roma Street are just 5 minutes’ walk away. The hotel offers a daily buffet breakfast as well as a restaurant and bar, which has a light snack menu. A takeaway menu is available 24/7. Guests can arrange car rental, sightseeing arrangements and laundry services at the 24-hour reception. All rooms at the Hotel Indigo Brisbane Centre include satellite TV and en suite bathrooms. Each room is equipped with a work desk, refrigerator and tea and coffee making facilities. Southbank Parklands is a 15-minute walk away, featuring the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre, the Queensland Performing Arts Centre, GoMA and QLD Museum. Within a 15-minute walk are also Suncorp Stadium, cafés and weekend markets.Show full description
Trendy. Creative. 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
Elegant. Comfortable beds. Cosy rooms. 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
Very clean. 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
Great location. Rooftop bar. 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
Overlooking Brisbane River and Southbank Parklands, voco Brisbane City Centre, an IHG Hotel, features a swimming pool, sauna and restaurant. Situated in Brisbane’s CBD (Central Business District), the property is just 8 minutes’ walk from the popular Queen Street Mall. Roma Street Train Station and the Museum of Brisbane are each a 5-minute walk away. The Treasury Casino is just a 5-minute walk and the both the Brisbane Botanic Gardens and Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre are a 10-minute drive away. The air-conditioned rooms feature a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a minibar, a work desk and tea/coffee making facilities. voco Brisbane City Centre, an IHG Hotel, features a 24-hour reception, dry cleaning and car rental services.Show full description
Elegant. Great breakfast. Friendly staff. 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
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
Stylish. Very clean. Great location. When staying at Adina Apartment Hotel Brisbane, you can explore all the city has to offer and then return to the comfort of your hotel where there is a swimming pool, fitness centre, restaurant and bar. Offering studio's and both 1 and 2-bedroom apartments, Adina Apartment Hotel Brisbane CBD (Central Business District) are 2 minutes' walk from the Brisbane River and 4 minutes' drive from the Queensland Art Gallery. The Wheel of Brisbane is 6 minutes' drive away. Each accommodation option has a private bathroom with free toiletries and a hairdryer. A flat-screen TV is included. All apartments have a kitchen with a dishwasher, while the studio's have kitchenettes. Adina Apartment Hotel Brisbane is 100 metres from Treasury Building - Casino and 600 metres from Queen Street Mall. City Botanical Gardens is a 9-minute walk from the accommodation. The nearest airport is Brisbane Airport, 13 km from Adina Apartment Hotel Brisbane.Show full description
Central. Great value. Very clean. George Williams Hotel is located in the heart of the Brisbane CBD (Central Business District), just a 5-minute walk from Roma Street Train Station, Treasury Casino and the shops and boutiques of the famous Queen Street Mall. The reception is open 24 hours. All rooms at George Williams Hotel include free WiFi, Smart TVs compatible with Netflix, live streaming and cable channels. USB charging stations, mini bar and en suite bathroom including hair straighteners for those who wish to travel light are all available. Each room is equipped with a work desk, refrigerator and tea and coffee making facilities. Located on the ground floor the Urban Coffee Collective, serves seasonal items for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, carefully crafted by our skilled team. Our talented chefs incorporate the vibrant flavors of each season into our delectable menu, ensuring a memorable dining experience. Join us to savor the freshest ingredients and expertly crafted dishes that reflect the essence of each season. George Williams Hotel is a 15-minute walk from Southbank Parklands which features the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre, the Queensland Performing Arts Centre, and QLD Museum. Suncorp Stadium and Southbank Parklands are also just a 15-minute walk away.Show full description
Very central. Cool. Cosy rooms. Royal Albert Boutique Hotel offers spacious accommodation with 24-hour reception in the heart of Brisbane CBD (Central Business District). All rooms, suites and apartments include elegant mahogany furniture, an LCD TV and an iPod docking station. Originally built in 1913, this beautifully restored heritage-listed building features wide corridors, 12-foot-high ceilings and a large collection of original oil paintings. Queen Street Mall and the restaurants of Albert Street are on the doorstep. It is a 10-minute walk to South Bank Parklands and Queensland Performing Arts Centre. Roma Street Station is just 1 km away. Morrison Hotel is 10 minutes' drive away. The air-conditioned rooms and apartments include a bathroom, a refrigerator with minibar, cable TV and kitchen or kitchenette facilities. Guests only have access to the floor they are staying on.Show full description
Hip. Creative. 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
Based on my research this is the coolest, most creative and stylish central luxury hotel in Brisbane. It also has very cosy rooms and amazing staff! Soooo nice!
Superb 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. All rooms of Sofitel Brisbane Central are equipped with satellite TV, bathrobes and slippers, and a fully stocked mini-bar. 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. Guests can also enjoy 24-hour in room dining, with a wide range of gourmet selections to choose from.Show full description
Central. Great value. ibis Styles Brisbane Elizabeth Street is set in Brisbane, 100 metres from Treasury Building - Casino and 1.8 km from Suncorp Stadium. Guests can enjoy the on-site bar. Rooms have a TV. You will find a kettle in the room. Every room has a private bathroom equipped with a shower. Ibis Styles Brisbane features free WiFi throughout all public areas of the property. There is a 24-hour front desk at the property. Queen Street Mall is 500 metres from ibis Styles Brisbane Elizabeth Street, while Brisbane Exhibition Centre is 800 metres away. The City Botanic Gardens are a 10-minute walk from ibis Styles Brisbane Elizabeth Street. The nearest airport is Brisbane Airport, 13 km from the property.Show full description
Highly elegant. Cool. Great restaurant. 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
I would describe this as one of the most ELEGANT luxury hotels in Brisbane. It also has a popular rooftop bar, a unique rooftop pool and a cool rooftop restaurant.
Pullman Brisbane King George Square is opposite City Hall, and features extremely spacious rooms. Roma Street Transit Centre and Queen Street Mall and Central Train Station are a 5-minute walk away. Located in Brisbane's CBD (Central Business District), Pullman Brisbane King George Square has a rooftop recreation deck with a modern fitness centre. The modern guest rooms are expansive and well-furnished. All rooms are equipped with modern amenities, including satellite TV and bathrobes. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, Goldfinch Restaurant at Pullman Brisbane King George Square offers Mediterranean inspired dishes. The Espresso Bar, KG Bar and Sixteen Antlers roof top bar are great venues to sit back and relax.Show full description
Friendly staff. 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
Super central. Great location. Very clean. Built in the early 1900s, the historic Adina Apartment Hotel Brisbane is located opposite Central Railway Station and overlooks the Anzac Square Memorial Gardens. It features a guest library and air-conditioned accommodations with Smart TVs. Situated in the heart of Brisbanes CBD (Central Business District), only 100 metres from Queen Street Mall, Adina Apartment Hotel Brisbane Anzac Square is 10 minutes' walk from both the Botanic Gardens and the Museum of Brisbane. All rooms include a microwave and tea and coffee making facilities. Each room has a seating area with a work desk, and some also feature kitchenette and laundry facilities. Guests receive free unlimited low speed WiFi. High speed WiFi is available for an additional charge. The property has been carefully restored, and includes many original features. It also offers a 24-hour front desk and a tour desk.Show full description
In my judgement this could be the most CENTRAL central luxury hotel in Brisbane. It also has a central location!
Great views. Great value. Boasting a heated outdoor pool, a fitness centre and a hot tub, Evolution Apartments are just 2 minutes’ walk from the Brisbane River. The property offers self-contained accommodation with free WiFi (data limits apply). Situated in Brisbane's CBD (Central Business District), Evolution Apartments are just 8 minutes’ walk from the Treasury Casino, and 10 minutes’ walk from Brisbane Central Station. You can relax in the Sky Lounge on the floor 36, which features a kitchen, a billiards table and amazing city views. Guests also have access to a cinema room, BBQ facilities and a 24-hour front desk. Brisbane Convention Centre is a 5-minute drive away. The air-conditioned apartments have a kitchen with an oven, a dishwasher and a microwave. Each apartment has laundry facilities and a seating area with flat-screen cable TV. Most apartments also have a private balcony. Queen-sized beds are in the apartments and studios.Show full description
Located in Brisbane and with Streets Beach reachable within 2.7 km, K2 Brisbane provides express check-in and check-out, non-smoking rooms, a garden, free WiFi throughout the property and a terrace. This 4-star hotel offers a shared kitchen and luggage storage space. Popular points of interest near the hotel include Roma Street Parklands, Roma Street Station and Brisbane Central Station. Queen Street Mall is 1.5 km away and Brisbane Showgrounds is 1.8 km from the hotel. The nearest airport is Brisbane Airport, 12 km from K2 Brisbane.Show full description
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