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Brisbane is the third most populous city in Australia, only behind Sydney and Melbourne. The coastal city is known for its beautiful weather, lively sports scene, and natural attractions. If you are planning to visit Brisbane, accommodations in the CBD (central business district) are great options as they provide easy access to other districts. In this guide, we have hand-picked the 5 best luxury hotels in Brisbane CBD that offer both style and convenience.
The Westin Brisbane
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The Westin Brisbane is one of the classiest luxury hotels in the CBD. The 5-star hotel is situated inside a contemporary glass architecture that plays around with layers. Led by architecture studio Woods Bagot, the interior showcases a “quiet luxury” aesthetic through ample use of marble and wood.
The hotel boasts 299 well-appointed guest rooms and suites. They are designed modernly with a white and light beige palette alongside exquisite furnishing. They each feature deluxe bedding, floor-to-ceiling windows, a work desk, a TV with Chromecast, Westin toiletries, coffee facilities, and complimentary internet access.
A major highlight of the hotel includes its outdoor resort-style pool with loungers and a swim-up pool bar. You will also have access to a gym with machines and free weights. For meals, Settimo is a refined Italian restaurant with a heavy coastal influence. On the other hand, The Charles in the lobby is a classy jazz bar with a wide selection of drinks.
Brisbane Marriott Hotel
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Brisbane Marriott Hotel is a classic luxury 5-star hotel on the north-eastern edge of the CBD. As soon as you walk into the lobby, you will find a grand aesthetic with marble materials being used everywhere. The hotel underwent a major refurbishment in 2019 therefore the interior looks very refreshed.
The renowned hotel boasts 263 guest rooms and suites. They are designed elegantly with a white and beige colour palette. They each come with sophisticated furnishing, premium bedding, a marble bathroom, a work desk, coffee facilities, and complimentary internet access. Multiple accessible rooms are also available upon inquiry. The hotel also features a relaxing indoor pool and a well-appointed gym.
Brisbane Marriott is meticulous about its dining offering. On the ground floor, Motion Dining presents a contemporary farm-to-table experience. It specializes in steak and seafood sourced from local producers. Inside the restaurant, you will also find M Bar, which offers a curated mix of beverages and light snacks.
Meriton Suites Herschel Street, Brisbane
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If you are looking for luxury apartment hotels in Brisbane CBD, then Meriton Suites Herschel Street is a great option to consider. Located on the northern edge of the CBD, the 5-star apartment hotel is set inside Infinity Tower, the tallest skyscraper in Brisbane spanning 74 levels.
The hotel offers 260 spacious accommodation ranging from one-bedroom apartments to three-bedroom apartments. They are all designed cleanly with a monochromatic white and grey theme. Inside the room, you will find modern furnishing, plush bedding, floor-to-ceiling windows, two TVs, Kevin Murphy toiletries, a separate living area, a full kitchen, and free internet access.
Besides, the hotel features an indoor lap pool & spa and a well-appointed gym with machines & free weights. There are no restaurants in-house but you will find ample dining options nearby (or you can easily cook in-room as well). For instance, Cubic next door is a chic cafe with great specialty coffee and light meals.
W Brisbane
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W Brisbane is located at the waterfront position of the CBD, overlooking the Brisbane River and the Victoria Bridge. Unlike conventional luxury hotels, the 5-star hotel showcases a playful take on luxury. On the inside, you will find bold wall graphics, quirky decors, and different pops of colours.
The hotel presents 312 stylish guest rooms and suites. Designed by Nic Graham and Associates, they feature a clean white tone with vibrant furnishing. They also come with premium bedding, a bathtub, a work desk, a TV with Chromecast, coffee facilities, and complimentary internet access. Multiple pet-friendly rooms and accessible rooms are available upon inquiry.
Much like The Westin, W Brisbane features an eclectic outdoor pool with lounge beds and a fully equipped fitness center. The hotel is also known for its revitalizing spa with luxurious treatments and mineral vitality pools. As for dining, The Lex is a stunning restaurant with a New York-inspired grill menu. Feel free to also grab a drink from the rooftop bar or the lobby bar.
Hotel Indigo Brisbane City Centre
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Hotel Indigo Brisbane City Centre is one of the newest luxury hotels in the CBD that opened in July last year. It is situated at a beautiful waterfront position, right next to W Brisbane. With the help of Sydney-based studio JPDC, the 4-star boutique hotel presents an eclectic design with heavy art inspirations shown across its interior.
The hotel’s 212 guest rooms feature a similar aesthetic, but a lot more toned down. They are designed with a deep colour palette alongside eye-catching brass fixtures and stylish furnishing. Inside the room, you will find comfy bedding, a TV with Staycast, a multi-purpose desk, coffee facilities, and free internet access.
Besides, you will have access to the fully-equipped gym on-site alongside the rooftop pool at voco Brisbane City Centre, located just next door. The hotel is bringing some exotic flare to its culinary offerings. On the ground floor, Izakaya Publico is a contemporary Japanese restaurant with a menu curated from fresh local produce. Inside the restaurant, you will also find 1603 Bar, a speakeasy-style bar that specializes in Japanese whiskeys and sakes.
