10 Best Luxury Accommodation in Brisbane

There’s no such thing as run-of-the-mill when it comes to luxury accommodation options in Brisbane.

From enhancing a summer holiday with chic interiors to providing a lush homestead that will have you wanting to take the bed home with you, Brisbane is actually overflowing with luxury accommodation options. And we’ve rounded them up for you.

1. W Hotel

Perched on the edge of the river at the bottom of Ann Street with some pretty top-notch views of South Bank, W Brisbane’s flamboyant rooms are a treat.

The W Hotel Spectacular King Room — Drift off to sleep with a view of the river.

When not relaxing by the decadent pool, guests can enjoy a beverage at the adjacent psychedelic WET Deck or have a meal at the in-house Three Blue Ducks restaurant .

Cocktail and tacos at W Hotel WET Deck — Sip and snack by the pool at WET Deck.

Not to mention the cocktail mixing set in your room gives you an idea of the W’s vibe that you can soak in.

Interior of Three Blue Ducks restaurant in W Hotel Brisbane — For a sit-down dinner, head to Three Blue Ducks.

2. The Calile Hotel

A subtropical oasis in the thick of Brisbane city? Welcome to The Calile, the $100-million urban resort on Fortitude Valley’s famous James Street. A destination in its own right, The Calile pool is the epicentre of the hotel, a place where the bustle disappears and sky-gazing from plush cabanas is king.

The Calile room and bathroom — The Calile decor is to die for.

Leave the pool if you must, and satisfy any hunger, from breakfast through to dinner, at either The Lobby Bar or internal restaurant Hellenika, one of Brisbane’s best restaurants.

The Calile Pool in Brisbane — The pool is the epicentre of the Calile.

3. Hotel X

There’s no doubt Hotel X is the place to book if you’re after easy access to Fortitude Valley’s nightlife and the dining scene of Howard Smith Wharves.

Couple looking out the window of their room at Hotel X in Brisbane — Hotel X is smack bang in the heart of the action. (Image: Tourism and Events Queensland)

That’s not the only thing they’ve got going for them—they’ve also got one of the most glamorous rooftop pools in the city, an incredible French restaurant to hit for dinner AND their rooms are uber stylish to boot. And we haven’t even mentioned the boujee mini bar or the pillow menu yet.

High shot of Hotel X rooftop pool in Brisbane — The rooftop offers some incredible views. (Image: Tourism and Events Queensland)

4. Spicers Balfour

If you favour the personal touch, Spicers Balfour could be the spot for you. Tucked away in a quiet side street in New Farm, and housed across both a sweet Queenslander cottage and 1940s Art Deco apartment block, Spicers Balfour is more inner-city retreat than a regular hotel.

Woman drinking cocktail in Spicers Balfour Hotel in Brisbane — Spicers Balfour is more inner-city retreat than a regular hotel. (Image: Tourism and Events Queensland)

Carefully curated antique furniture and jewel-tone velvet chairs are paired with sumptuous bedding, rain showers and BOSE speakers in each room.

But the real luxury here comes from feeling like you’ve been welcomed into a friend’s (expertly decorated) home. Gourmet breakfast, in-room Nespresso machines, sunset canapes on the rooftop, wi-fi and parking are all part of the service.

Bed at Spicers Balfour Hotel in New Farm Brisbane — The real luxury comes from feeling like you’ve been welcomed into a friend’s home. (Image: Tourism and Events Queensland)

5. The Westin

Swim-up pool bar? Don’t mind if I do. When The Westin Brisbane opened its doors, it delivered on its promise to provide a relaxing retreat in the heart of the city.

Woman relaxing in hat by pool at The Westin Brisbane — Not a bad spot for a dip.

Pool bar aside, the Westin’s trademark focus is on wellness which is evident with Australia’s only Heavenly Spa by Westin, a full-service day spa with five treatment rooms, a steam room and blissful relaxation pods.

Add the fully equipped WestinWORKOUT Fitness Studio and the delicious culinary options, and you have yourself a dream destination.

The Westin Renewal Suite Lounge Room — Relax and unwind at The Westin.

6. Alex Perry Hotel and Apartments

When a fashion designer is behind the aesthetic, one would hope style would prevail.

In the case of Alex Perry, his first foray into hotels, Alex Perry Hotel and Apartments, Fortitude Valley , would surely secure the model tick of approval.

A GHD hairdryer and straightener sit hidden behind the mirrored bathroom cabinet, while a clothes steamer will have you red-carpet ready – after a stint at the rooftop pool, of course.

The apartments themselves are spacious and inviting in textural neutrals with lashings of pewter and charcoal. From studio-style hotel rooms through to executive apartments, this is self-contained with style.

And since you’re located in the luxurious Fortitude Valley, you have a plethora of restaurants, boutiques and pubs surrounding your accommodation.

7. Emporium Hotel

Flamboyance in all the right places; if the Emporium’s walls could talk, that’s probably what they’d tell you – and no doubt they would have many a story to tell from almost 10 years of seeing Fortitude Valley’s new guard springing up around them.

Couple in bath robes by bathtub in the Emporium Hotel Brisbane — The Emporium is flamboyant in all the right places. (Image: Tourism and Events Queensland)

This independent designer abode away from home is all Ferrari-red and flamboyant chandeliers, with the lobby bar serving up cocktails in long-stemmed teacups, and a sleek rooftop pool overlooking the city.

Rooftop pool at Emporium Hotel one of Brisbane's luxury accommodation options — Who doesn’t love swimming with a view? (Image: Tourism and Events Queensland)

8. Ovolo Inchcolm

Manhattan meets Brisbane; that’s the best way to describe Ovolo Inchcolm. From the moment the glass doors of the beautifully restored Art Deco elevator close and you ascend to your room at Ovolo Inchcolm , a feeling of calm washes over you.

Woman sitting by the window at the Ovolo Inchcolm luxury hotel in Brisbane — Manhattan meets Brisbane at the Ovolo Inchcolm. (Image: Tourism and Events Queensland)

The luxe decor, considered book selection surrounding the enormous flat-screen, and quirky touches like a stacked teapot and saucer lampstand, all make this hotel feel anything but chain-brand. While style is clearly the number one priority, it’s these extra thoughtful additions that give Ovolo Inchcolm a more relaxed vibe.

This accommodation is located right across the Brisbane River from the City Botanic Gardens . Stroll through the riverside gardens to check out the exotic plant life, ornamental ponds and bamboo groves.

Woman sits inside luxury Ovolo Inchcolm in Brisbane — The luxe decor and quirky touches make this hotel feel anything but chain-brand. (Image: Tourism and Events Queensland)

9. FV Brisbane by Peppers

For another slice of New York City on the Australian east coast, throw off your Manolo Blahniks and put your feet up at FV Brisbane by Peppers .

A luxe $600-million-dollar project, FV Brisbane by Peppers was inspired by New York’s flatiron building and the iconic triangular shape cuts a fine figure in Brisbane’s hip Fortitude Valley.

Bed with a view at FV Brisbane by Peppers. — Put your feet up at FV Brisbane by Peppers.

The Big Apple influences continue throughout the hotel and the heated U-shaped skyline pool, complete with spectacular views and in-pool seating overlooking the Brisbane skyline, is a glam example.

There is also a moonlight cinema, yoga studio, fully equipped gym, and three VIP private spa lounges available to hire.

FV Brisbane by Peppers pool at night — The luxurious pool is just the right amount of extra.

10. Crystalbrook Vincent

Crystalbrook Vincent resides directly under the Story Bridge within strolling distance of the bars and restaurants of Howard Smith Wharf.

Woman in dress under the Story Bridge at Crystalbrook Vincent — Get your Insta shot at Crystalbrook Vincent. (Image: Tourism and Events Queensland)

Formerly The Fantauzzo, the art-inspired hotel is completely single-use plastic-free, has waste-free bathrooms and features items made using recycled material throughout the Brisbane hotel.

Plus, the views of the river and the CBD are unmissable.

Woman swimming in pool at Crystalbrook Vincent under Story Bridge in Brisbane — The art-inspired hotel has made sustainability a priority. (Image: Tourism and Events Queensland)

City buzz, gourmet trails, surf breaks and art scenes are all at your fingertips.

When it comes to planning a trip, picking a holiday destination is the easy part. The real dilemma is where to set yourself up for the night. Do you go coastal, city, or countryside? Somewhere remote and rugged, or right in the action? Luckily, the Sunshine Coast, and huge number of amazing Sunshine Coast day trips, have kindly made the choice for you.

Ditch the hotel-hopping and suitcase-lugging. Instead, base yourself at Novotel Sunshine Coast or Mantra Mooloolaba , where big-city culture, vine-covered valleys, and theme parks are all within a two-hour drive.

1. Sunshine Coast to Brisbane

Drive time: 1 hour 20 minutes (105km)

Shake off the sand from your sandals and swap the beach for the throb of the Queensland capital. Ease in gently with a bougainvillea-filled stroll through South Bank, iced latte in hand, before cooling off at Streets Beach lagoon – Brisbane’s answer to the coast (but without the waves).

Once firmly in big-city mode, hit up the Gallery of Modern Art (GOMA) , home to Australia’s largest collection of modern and contemporary artworks. Dive into the past at the Queensland Museum, where prehistoric fossils of Australian dinosaurs and megafauna collide with First Nations cultural collections and interactive science exhibits.

All this learning got you hungry? Howard Smith Wharves calls. Here, riverside dining delivers breweries with meat-forward menus, Japanese fine dining and overwater bars. If you’ve got room for more, Fortitude Valley’s shopping boutiques await you and your wallet.

woman walking around Gallery of Modern Art (GOMA) — Wander the Gallery of Modern Art. (Image: TEQ)

2. Sunshine Coast to the Scenic Rim

Drive time: 2 hours 15 minutes (170km)

Make your way inland to the Scenic Rim for the state’s best vineyards and age-old volcanic slopes. Start your day early (like, sparrow’s breakfast early) at O’Reilly’s Rainforest Retreat in Lamington National Park . Here, take a treetop walk through the canopy and hand-feed the wild birds who flock here.

Next, it’s your turn to eat. Here, the food scene operates where locally sourced produce is an expectation, not an exception. Order a picnic basket crammed with regional wine and cheese to devour next to the creek at Canungra Valley Vineyards . Or perhaps a grazing platter of vegan and non-vegan cheeses at Witches Falls Winery .

Feeling bold? Tackle the Twin Falls circuit in Springbrook National Park. Or keep the gourmet life going with a Scenic Rim Brewery tasting paddle, best enjoyed while taking in the rise of the Great Dividing Range.

woman with cheese and wine at Witches Falls Winery — Enjoy a cheese platter at Witches Falls Winery. (Image: TEQ)

3. Sunshine Coast to the Gold Coast

Drive time: 2 hours (180km)

Surf, sand and sparkling skylines might be the Gold Coast’s MO, but there’s more to Surfers Paradise and beyond. Kick things off with a beachfront coffee at Burleigh Heads, then hike through Burleigh Head National Park to look over the ocean and whale sightings (dependent on the season, of course).

Cool off in the calm waters of Tallebudgera Creek before chowing down on the famously buttery Moreton Bay bug rolls at Rick Shores . Travelling with the kids? Then you can’t miss Australia’s theme park capital, with Dreamworld ’s big rides and Warner Bros. Movie World ’s Hollywood treatment at hand to keep the family entertained.

aerial view of Tallebudgera Creek — Dive into Tallebudgera Creek. (Image: TEQ)

4. Sunshine Coast to Tweed Heads

Drive time: 2 hours 15 minutes (200km)

Dare to cross enemy lines? Then welcome to New South Wales. Tweed Heads blends the laid-back attitude of the Northern Rivers with high-quality dining, experimental art, and farm-fresh indulgence – a combo worth the drive.

Start strong with a long, lazy brunch at Tweed River House , then swing by Tropical Fruit World for exotic finds like red dragon fruit, handfuls of lychees and black sapote. Next, hit M|Arts Precinct – an art deco hub of micro galleries, artist workshops and one-off boutiques.

Round off the day with sunset drinks at Husk Distillers among the glowing cane fields, and order one with their famous Ink Gin. You’ll thank us later.

exterior of Husk Distillers — Taste the famous Ink Gin at Husk Distillers. (Image: Destination NSW)

5. Sunshine Coast Hinterland

Drive time: 1 hour (70km)

Strap on those hiking boots and make tracks inland, where volcanic peaks, misty rainforest and hinterland townships beckon. Ease in with the Glass House Mountains Lookout Walk, or, if you have energy to burn, tackle the Mount Ngungun Summit Walk for a 360-degree sight of the surrounding summits.

Next: Montville. This township delivers European-style architecture and old-world appeal. Nearby, settle in at Flame Hill Vineyard, where a large pour of estate-grown wine comes with encompassing views of the countryside.

Not ready to leave the hinterland villages just yet? Of course not. Meander past art galleries and indie shops at Maleny. Nab some fudge from Sweets on Maple for a sweet fix. Or go salty at Maleny Dairies with a farm tour and a chunky wedge of their deliciously creamy cheese.

End the day among the eucalypts and rainforests of Kondalilla National Park. Here, the Kondalilla Falls Circuit winds down through trees humming with life to a rock pool beneath a waterfall – as if designed for soaking tired feet before heading back to the coast.

view of Mount Ngungun on the scenic rim queensland — Take on the Mount Ngungun Summit Walk (Image: TEQ)

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The ultimate luxury accommodation in Brisbane