Mantra on Mary Brisbane
A well-located hotel in central Brisbane with a 3.6 rating across 520 guests.
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Why it's worth checking out
Mantra on Mary Brisbane is an apartment-style hotel in the South Bank, Brisbane area, positioned for easy access to the city centre and its major attractions. Queen Street Mall is about a five-minute walk away, while the Botanic Gardens, Riverstage and the Brisbane River are also close by. South Bank, the Treasury Casino and Eagle Street Pier are within walking distance, making the location practical for visitors planning to explore Brisbane without relying on a car.
The accommodation is designed around spacious, self-contained apartments rather than conventional hotel rooms. The site describes one- and three-bedroom apartments with the facilities needed for a more flexible stay, including Wi-Fi in every room. Listed options include one-bedroom, executive, river-view and family apartments, with balconies available across most of the accommodation. The larger living areas and apartment layout may suit guests who want room to relax, prepare meals or stay together as a group.
On site, guests can use a heated outdoor lap pool, a sun deck, a fully equipped gymnasium, sauna and alfresco barbecue area. The pool is on level three and accessed through the gym. These facilities give the property appeal for families, groups and longer-stay visitors, while the self-contained setup can also work well for business travellers or solo guests who prefer more space than a standard room. The surrounding city setting, nearby dining areas and close access to cultural venues make it a useful base for a mix of work and leisure trips.
There is an important current consideration before booking. The hotel advises that noise works connected with the Cross River Rail Project are taking place seven days a week, generally from 6.30am to 10pm, with some works potentially continuing overnight. The notice also mentions impacts on access, so guests sensitive to construction noise should check the latest conditions directly with the property. Mantra on Mary does not accept cash, with credit, debit and prepaid cards accepted for goods and services.
Practical details
Spot Score
- Reputation
- 45
- Popularity
- 82
- Information quality
- 30
- Category fit
- 70
- Freshness
- 30
Our independent editorial score — not a user rating.
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