pets may be welcome. room service is available. minimum-stay rules may apply. featuring designer and antique furnishings, the sophisticated rooms come with free wi-fi, flat-screen tvs and bose stereos, as well as nespresso machines and rainfall showers. amenities include a european-influenced restaurant with verandah seating, along with a rooftop bar. check-in time: 2:00 pmcheck-out time: 11:00 am. set in a traditional queenslander house in the new farm suburb, this upscale hotel is a block from the brisbane river, 3 km from the centre of brisbane and 14 km from the brisbane airport. free breakfast and limited parking are provided Brisbane Airport 20 min
South Bank Visitor Centre (14 min) Sprawling public park of lawns, gardens & playgrounds, plus a river-swimming beach & a Ferris wheel. Museum of Brisbane (8 min) Tucked away in City Hall, this museum offers historical city exhibits, artwork & a clock tower tour. Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary (21 min) The world's largest koala sanctuary, with a zoo housing Australian native animal species. Story Bridge (10 min) Pedestrian- & bicycle-friendly bridge offering picturesque views of the city skyline & river. Roma Street Parkland (9 min) Expansive, acclaimed park featuring contemporary display gardens, waterways & an amphitheater. Howard Smith Wharves (8 min) Busy, modern waterside development with restaurants, breweries & a sleek, contemporary hotel. Sir Thomas Brisbane Planetarium (18 min) Planetarium in the Mount Coot-tha Botanic Gardens with educational shows, exhibits & an observatory. Kangaroo Point Cliffs Park (6 min) Riverside park offering rock climbing, BBQ areas, public art & views of Brisbane's skyline. Brisbane Botanic Gardens (18 min) 56-hectare, subtropical botanic gardens featuring native & exotic plants, plus workshops & events. St Helena Island National Park (12 min) 5-level library with floor-to-ceiling windows for river views, plus a writing centre, cafe & Wi-Fi. Brisbane City Botanic Gardens (10 min) Landmark botanical garden offering an array of plant life, ponds, picnic areas & a concert venue. The Wheel of Brisbane. (13 min) Enclosed gondolas carry visitors 200 feet into the air day & night for panoramic views of Brisbane. Brisbane Museum (13 min) Museum, reptiles, natural history, and art museum Brisbane City Hall (8 min) Active historic government building with guided tours featuring the clock tower, plus a museum. New Farm Park (11 min) Sprawling public park featuring grassy expanses, recreational facilities & an arts center. |