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Calm, warming neutral tones, terrazzo and concrete furnishings and spectacular waterfront views—a stay at Ardo hotel is unparalleled in its stunning architecture and meticulous eye for detail that ensures beauty at every corner.

Drift into relaxation aboard Queensland’s first luxury floating hotel, Drift Flotel. Step aboard the luxurious three-storey, 12 metre vessel and you’ll soon feel like you’re floating away on some far tropical nirvana. The grandly furnished space features everything you’d expect from a fully self-contained luxury house, with two bedrooms, two bathrooms, an expansive kitchen and lounge room, a wraparound deck and stunning rooftop terrace, which is perfect for downing a few cocktails while watching the sunset.

Brisbane has a brand new five star, ultra sustainable hotel, Crystalbrook Vincent. This stunning hotel is located in the heart of Brisbane City so all of your staycation (or vacation) plans are sorted. Crystalbrook Vincent resides directly under the Story Bridge within strolling distance of the bars and restaurants of Howard Smith Wharf—if you can drag yourself away from the hotel’s own Italian eatery and rooftop bar. 

Named after one of the Scenic Rim’s most treasured waterfalls, you’ll find Witches Falls Winery tucked away in the heart of Mt Tamborine. Wines are made on-site with fruit sourced from the Granite Belt, whose cool climate mirrors the growing conditions of the Northern Rhone in France. Fruit from the Granite Belt is known for producing world-class wines, so good luck putting down your glass. 

The hotly anticipated, luxurious W Hotel has finally hit Brisbane! The first 5-star resort to open in Brisbane in 20 years, the international brand is bringing its iconic sense of style and luxury service with it.

Sage Hotel is the totally luxe new kid on the block, and we are loving it! Sage makes it all about you, offering pretty much everything you could ever want from a hotel.

Brisbane's hotel scene has finally had the injection of cool it needs with NEXT Hotel Brisbane opening its doors to the masses. Housed in the old Chifley at Lennons building (a Brisbane building with a long and colourful history), NEXT Hotel Brisbane is also home to the delicious Lennons Restaurant and Bar, plus the coolest new rooftop bar, Lennons Pool Terrace and Bar, which is now open for lunch seven days a week!

The Ovolo Inchcolm is a distinctly boutique hotel offering elegantly crafted rooms in the heart of Brisbane. The building is heritage-listed, rooted in a rich history that adds charm and character to the hotel.

The Johnson in Spring Hill is Brisbane’s first Art Series boutique hotel, offering luxurious urban stays in the heart of town. Within easy reach of the CBD (but just far enough away out of the hustle and bustle to feel relaxed AF) The Johnson brings all the holiday vibes—even if you’re there to work.

Sofitel Brisbane Central is an iconic, luxury oasis in the heart of the Brisbane CBD. Never would you realise, whilst standing in the peak-hour madness in central station, that 433 rooms of luxury hovered above you.

If you’re enchanted by the picturesque European-chic of Provence but only have a weekend to spare (and frankly, can’t afford the international flight), luxury property Spicers Clovelly Estate has all the charm of an escape to the south of France. And it’s just 90 minutes out of Brisbane!

The Brisbane Marriott is a pretty special place. What with over 28 floors of pure luxury, a pool with views across the Brisbane River, and a mouth-watering menu on offer at The Motion Bar and Grill, this is a CBD oasis. These guys get it, honestly.