Where to stay in Brisbane — pick the right hotel, book in 3 clicks
Brisbane is the capital of Queensland, set along the winding Brisbane River that snakes through the city centre. It's known for warm, sunny weather almost year-round and a relaxed outdoor lifestyle. The South Bank side has an inner-city artificial beach and riverside parklands, and the city is a gateway to the Gold Coast and Sunshine Coast.
Why stay in Brisbane
City beach
Streets Beach at South Bank is Australia's only inner-city, clear-water lagoon, free to swim.
Cuddle a koala
Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary is the world's first and largest koala sanctuary, where you can hold a koala.
River cruise
The CityCat ferry glides along the Brisbane River, a relaxing way to see the city for the price of a bus fare.
Panoramic views
Head up Mount Coot-tha for a viewpoint over the whole city, with a tropical botanic garden at its base.
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Local dishes to try in Brisbane
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Queensland seafood
Tiger prawns and fresh mud crab from the Queensland coast, found at riverside restaurants.
📍 Riverside - 2🍔
Burgers and rooftop bars
The Fortitude Valley district buzzes with burger joints, rooftop bars and nightlife.
📍 Fortitude Valley - 3🥭
Tropical fruit
Mangoes, pineapples and tropical fruit grown in Queensland, especially fresh and sweet.
📍 Local markets - 4☕
Brunch cafes
The West End district is full of independent cafes and bohemian-style brunch spots.
📍 West End - 5🍜
Asian food
The Sunnybank district is a hub for authentic Chinese, Vietnamese and Korean food outside the city centre.
📍 Sunnybank
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South Bank Parklands
Riverside parklands with the Streets Beach artificial beach, a Ferris wheel and rows of restaurants.
📍 South Bank - 2🐨
Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary
The world's largest koala sanctuary, where you can hold a koala and hand-feed kangaroos.
📍 Fig Tree Pocket - 3🌄
Mount Coot-tha Lookout
A hilltop lookout over the Brisbane skyline, with a botanic garden and a planetarium.
📍 Mount Coot-tha - 4🎡
Wheel of Brisbane
A 60-metre riverside Ferris wheel with panoramic views of the city and the Brisbane River.
📍 South Bank - 5🏛️
Queensland Museum
The state museum showcasing the natural history and culture of Queensland.
📍 South Bank - 6🌉
Story Bridge
A historic steel bridge you can climb to the top of (the Story Bridge Adventure Climb) for city views.
📍 Kangaroo Point
Things to do in Brisbane
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3 Brisbane hotels our team picked for you
Selected from real reviews — one per budget tier, each with a score and instant 3-site price comparison
★ 9.2Upper-midCapri by Fraser Brisbane
#7 4-star serviced residence · modern rooms, highest guest score
★ 9.1LuxuryStamford Plaza Brisbane
#4 5-star hotel · riverfront, beside the Botanic Gardens
★ 9.0LuxuryHilton Brisbane
#2 5-star hotel · steps from Queen Street Mall
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Meriton Suites Herschel Street
#1 serviced apartment · river-view high-rise on the CBD's western edge
Ibis Styles Brisbane Elizabeth Street
#6 4-star hotel · steps off Queen Street Mall, best value
ibis Brisbane
#8 4-star boutique · retro IHG design near Queen Street Mall
Meriton Suites Adelaide Street
#3 serviced apartments · 234 m tower with high-floor views
Next Hotel Brisbane
#5 5-star hotel · on the Queen Street Mall pedestrian strip
iStay River City
#9 serviced apartment · roomy units with a full kitchen, central CBD
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🚆 Getting around Brisbane
CityCat ferry
High-speed ferries run along the Brisbane River, linking key wharves across the city.
Trains and buses
Use a go card to tap onto trains, buses and ferries across the TransLink network.
Busway
Brisbane has a Busway system, dedicated express lanes that let buses bypass traffic.
Brisbane Airport
The airport (BNE) is 14 km from the city, with the Airtrain getting you into town in about 20 minutes.
Where to go next near Brisbane
SydneyThe city of the iconic Opera House and Harbour Bridge, paired with Bondi Beach.
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MelbourneA city of cafes, graffiti laneways and world-class sport like tennis and Aussie rules football.
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Gold CoastLong white-sand beaches, world-class theme parks and beachfront high-rises at Surfers Paradise.
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PerthCapital of Western Australia on the Swan River, with bright sun and Indian Ocean beaches.
See this city's guide →Frequently asked — where to stay in Brisbane
How many days for Brisbane?+
2-3 days covers the city well, and it works as a base for day trips by train to the Gold Coast or Sunshine Coast.
When is the best time to visit Brisbane?+
Winter (Jun - Aug) is dry and sunny and great for sightseeing, while summer is humid with afternoon thunderstorms.
How do I get from Brisbane to the Gold Coast?+
Take the Gold Coast line train from the city centre, about 70-80 minutes, convenient and no need to hire a car.
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