Emporium Hotel South Bank
Opulent suites, skyline views and multiple bars and restaurants set this South Bank hotel apart.
Overview
Emporium Hotel is Brisbane at its most unapologetically luxurious. Rising above South Bank, the all-suite hotel delivers a high-glamour experience in one of the city's most walkable precincts, with the city's cultural institutions, parklands and riverfront all just outside the door.
The hero feature sits at the top – a 23-metre rooftop infinity pool with sweeping views across the Brisbane skyline. It's a showstopper, especially at sunset, with cabanas and poolside lounging creating a resort-like atmosphere above the city.
Suites are generously sized and lean into a polished, high-end aesthetic, with marble finishes, mirrored televisions and thoughtful inclusions such as in-room wine fridges. Every detail feels considered, from the tech to the textures, making it a stay designed for comfort with a touch of theatre.
Food and drink are central to the experience, with multiple venues including the Piano Bar for live music, Belle Époque for refined patisserie and high tea, and The Terrace for drinks with a view. Valet parking is available on-site, Brisbane Airport is around a 20-minute drive away, and you're within walking distance of the Cultural Centre, QPAC, GOMA and the CBD via the nearby bridges.
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