Highly elegant. Cool. Rooftop bar. 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 and a cool rooftop restaurant.
Very clean. 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
This boutique hotel has exceptional cleanliness and super comfortable beds.
Trendy. Creative. 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
Great views. Just 2 km from central Brisbane, Fairthorpe Apartments offer an outdoor pool, barbecue facilities and a tennis court. It features self-contained accommodation with a full kitchen and laundry facilities. Guests enjoy free Wi-Fi access. Free parking is provided. The air-conditioned apartments have a spacious lounge area with a DVD player and a flat-screen TV. Each has a private balcony with views of Brisbane River and the city. The attached kitchen is equipped with a dishwasher, a microwave and a stove. Fairthorpe Apartments are a 15-minute walk or 5-minute drive from Suncorp Stadium, and an 8-minute walk from either the Regatta City Cat terminal or Park Road City Cat terminal . Show full description
Very central. Cool. Great breakfast. 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
Central. Great location. Rooftop pool. Set in South Brisbane, 200 metres from the Brisbane Exhibition Centre and looking across the Brisbane River to Brisbane CBD, Opera Apartments - South Brisbane boasts a stunning rooftop outdoor pool, barbecue area. The Treasury Casino and Queen Street Mall are an easy 10-minute walk across Victoria Bridge. The Queensland Performing Arts Centre is 600 m from Opera Apartments - South Brisbane. Brisbane Airport is 14 km away. All units include a satellite flat-screen TV, DVD player, dining area and a large furnished balcony. A fully equipped kitchen, including a dishwasher, oven, microwave, toaster, a large refrigerator/freezer, coffee machine and kettle is included. Towels and quality bed linen are supplied.Show full description
Central. Great value. Great restaurant. Overlooking the Brisbane River, Central Cosmo Apartments offers self-catering accommodation with panoramic views. Situated in Milton, Brisbane CBD (Central Business District) is a 3-minute drive away. Central Cosmo offers a choice of studio, 1 and 2-bedroom self-contained apartments. Milton City Cat Terminal is located a 3-minute walk from Central Cosmo Apartments and Milton train Station is a 7-minute walk away. It is also close to Suncorp Stadium and Wesley Uniting Care Hospital. The complex has a sauna. Some include views of the river from the private balcony. There are a number of restaurants, cafes, bars and entertainment venues within walking distance. Brisbane Airport is a short 15 minute drive from the property.Show full description
Great restaurant. Very clean. Built in 2015, The Milton Brisbane is centrally located, just 1.5 km from the city centre and a 20-minute drive from Brisbane Airport. With its convenient location, the hotel offers easy access to the city's must-see destinations. The Milton Brisbane offers a range of first rate services and facilities, including express check-in/check-out, luggage storage, and a car park. Rising over 30 levels and providing panoramic river and city skyline views, The Milton Brisbane offers the choice of superbly appointed, open-plan apartments in a range of 1 and 2-bedroom configurations in one of Brisbane’s most progressive suburbs. The hotel's fitness center, sauna, outdoor pool and steam room are ideal places to relax and unwind after a busy day.Show full description
Creative. Elegant. 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
Great location. Very clean. Popular among business travellers. Located in South Brisbane, opposite the Brisbane Convention Center, Vine Serviced Apartments offers free WiFi, a hot tub and a restaurant. Each self-contained apartment offers a balcony. It is 5 minutes' drive to Roma Street Station and 5 minutes' walk to the shops, restaurants and nightlife options of West End and South Bank. The air-conditioned apartments feature a full kitchen with a dishwasher and a microwave. Each has a private bathroom with a shower, hairdryer and free toiletries. You can enjoy city view from all rooms. The property is 10 minutes' walk from South Bank Parklands and the Brisbane River. It is 15 km from Brisbane Airport. Free parking is provided on site.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
Located along the Brisbane River, just 9 minutes' walk from Auchenflower Town Centre, The Oasis Apartments boasts a swimming pool, a tennis court and a Swedish sauna. Guests enjoy 1GB of free WiFi per stay. Queen Street Mall, Central Railway Station and Suncorp Stadium are 5 minutes’ drive away. All apartments feature a private balcony and flat-screen TV with satellite channels. You can prepare a healthy meal in the BBQ area or enjoy a work out in the well-equipped fitness centre. Free on-site parking for 1 vehicle is provided. The Oasis is a 1-minute stroll from The Wesley Hospital and the riverside walk and bikeway. All accommodation includes a spacious lounge area, a laundry and a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher, oven and a stove. Each balcony offers outdoor furniture.Show full description
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. All rooms boast a private bathroom with luxurious toiletries. Each custom-designed, air-conditioned room includes flat-screen TV, a refrigerator, ironing supplies and tea/coffee making facilities. 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
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
Comfortable beds. Good breakfast. Situated 200 metres from Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre, Novotel Brisbane South Bank offers 4-star accommodation in Brisbane and has a fitness centre, a restaurant and a bar. Located around 600 metres from South Brisbane Station, the hotel with free WiFi is also 600 metres away from Queensland Performing Arts Complex (QPAC). The accommodation features room service, a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage for guests. All rooms at the hotel come with air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. Novotel Brisbane South Bank provides some units with city views, and the rooms come with a kettle. At the accommodation the rooms have bed linen and towels. Breakfast is available each morning, and includes buffet, Full English/Irish and vegetarian options. Guests can make use of the business centre or relax in the snack bar. Popular points of interest near Novotel Brisbane South Bank include South Bank Parklands, Southbank Station and Suncorp Stadium. The nearest airport is Brisbane Airport, 15 km from the hotel.Show full description
Just 2 minutes' walk from the Brisbane River and 3kms from Brisbane CBD, Inn on the Park Apartments features self-contained apartments with access to an outdoor pool and a gymnasium. Free unlimited WiFi access is provided. Inn on the Park Apartments is 5 minutes' walk from Rivercat Ferry and 9 minutes' walk from both Toowong Shopping Village and a variety of trendy restaurants on Park Road. It is 8 minutes' drive from South Bank. The stylish, modern apartments offer stunning views over the Brisbane River, city and parklands. European kitchen appliances are also included. The property has free secure, underground parking, a games room and dry-cleaning services. Brisbane Inn on the Park Apartments is a 25-minute walk along the riverwalk and cycle track to Brisbane City. It is a 5-minute drive from Brisbane Botanic Gardens and the Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre. Brisbane Airport is a 23-minute drive away.Show full description
Located just metres from the West End's cafes and dining options, Arena Apartments by CLLIX boasts free WiFi, an outdoor pool and a fitness centre. Each modern apartment features a balcony or terrace. Arena Apartments by CLLIX are just 7 minutes’ walk from Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Center and 5 minutes' drive from Suncorp Stadium and The Gabba. South Brisbane Train Station, South Bank Parklands and Queen Street Mall are within 15 minutes' walk. Guests can relax in their self-contained apartment, self-cater using the fully equipped kitchen and watch a show on the flat-screen TV. Each air-conditioned apartment also includes a modern bathroom with free toiletries.Show full description
Super central. Elegant. Superb 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
I would describe this as one of the most CENTRAL luxury hotels in Brisbane. It also has a highly rated breakfast and a central location!
Great location. Enjoying a prime location on Brisbane's South Bank, Rydges offers rooms with views over the Brisbane River, Mount Cootha or the cosmopolitan West End. It houses a sauna and a gym. Rydges South Bank Brisbane is about 100 metres from the Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre (BCEC), which is connected via a walkway. It is 300 metres from the Queensland Performing Arts Complex and 14 km from Brisbane Airport. The modern air-conditioned rooms feature a personal safe, a flat-screen TV with cable channels and a private bathroom with a hairdryer. Each room also includes a minibar and tea/coffee making facilities. Some rooms have a private balcony. The property has a restaurant and bar serving a wide range of food and drinks. Room Service is available. Guests can use the business centre. The 24-hour front desk can assist with laundry, car rentals and currency exchange services. Valet parking is available to guests for an additional charge.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 the area. It also has very cosy rooms and amazing staff! Soooo nice!
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