Best Where to Stay in Brisbane (2026)
From the everyday to the indulgent, here are 161 of the best where to stay in Brisbane. Each pick is scored on reputation, popularity and how current our information is, so you can choose somewhere brilliant without the guesswork. Use the filters to narrow by suburb, price or features.
Where you stay shapes the trip. Brisbane's options run from central hotels within walking distance of the action to quieter neighbourhood stays and serviced apartments. Book early for peak periods and major events.
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161 spots
Alpha Mosaic Hotel Fortitude Valley
Relaxed property offering free Wi-Fi & city views, plus a bar/restaurant with a terrace.
YHA Brisbane City
Modest dorms & rooms in a relaxed hostel featuring a game room, a rooftop pool & a kitchen.
Mantra South Bank Brisbane
Modern rooms with Wi-Fi, plus a contemporary restaurant, a bar, a heated pool & a gym.
Sage Hotel James Street
Contemporary rooms in a polished hotel featuring a pub, a restaurant/bar & a cafe/deli.
Royal Albert
High-end selection offering classically styled rooms and suites with kitchens or kitchenettes.
Quest Kelvin Grove
Contemporary, informal apartment hotel featuring a fitness room, an outdoor pool & a BBQ area.
Kennigo Hotel Brisbane
Sleek hotel offering chic rooms, many with city views, plus dining in a former boarding house.
Link Portside Wharf Apartment Hotel
Contemporary apartment hotel offering bright units with kitchens, balconies & complimentary Wi-Fi.
The Milton Brisbane
Upscale apartment hotel with 1- and 2-bedroom units, plus an outdoor pool, a gym & a BBQ area.
Wynnum Anchor Motel
Relaxed property offering simple rooms with kitchenettes, plus an outdoor pool & a sundeck.
Salisbury Hotel
Unpretentious bistro/bar with modern rooms and a beer garden, plus a gaming room.
Evolution Apartments
Modern hotel offering airy apartments with full kitchens, plus a pool, a lounge & a fitness room.
Heal House
Polished guesthouse offering 3 chic suites, plus complimentary breakfast & Wi-Fi.
Edward Lodge, Brisbane, Boutique Accommodation
Warmly decorated rooms & an apartment in a family-run guesthouse offering a kitchen & gardens.
Ivy & Eve Apartments by CLLIX
Polished apartment hotel featuring a deck with an infinity pool, a hot tub & a screening room.
Mercure Clear Mountain Lodge
Upmarket hotel on a mountaintop featuring panoramic views, plus dining, a spa & an outdoor pool.
Brisbane Quarters
Simple rooms, some with shared facilities, in a casual hotel offering free continental breakfast.
Opera Apartments South Bank
Modern units in an upscale apartment hotel offering dining, a rooftop terrace & an infinity pool.
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Read guide →Where to Stay in Brisbane — FAQs
What are the best where to stay in Brisbane?+
Our top-rated where to stay in Brisbane are ranked by our Spot Score, which combines Google ratings, review volume, category fit and how recently we verified the details. The highest scorers appear at the top of this page.
How is the Brisbane where to stay ranking decided?+
We blend independent signals — Google star ratings and review counts, popularity, the quality of available information and freshness — into a single Spot Score out of 100. It's an editorial score, not a paid placement.
Can I filter where to stay by suburb or price?+
Yes. Use the filters to narrow by suburb, minimum rating, price level, whether a place is open now, and features like dog-friendly or outdoor seating.
How many where to stay are listed in Brisbane?+
We currently feature 161 where to stay across Brisbane and surrounding suburbs, and we add and re-check venues regularly.