Emporium Hotel South Bank is made up of 143 suites, so every guest gets more room than in a standard hotel. The building sits on Grey Street in South Brisbane, right beside South Bank Parklands, and the range runs from Vista and River City suites to Poolside Cabana, Exquisite and Parklands suites, many with in-room technology and river-facing suites with Juliette balconies. The rooftop infinity pool and terrace give city views, and the hotel has a gym, a sauna and steam room and The Healing Stone Day Spa. Dining includes Firma, an Italian restaurant, The Terrace, The Reserve Wine Bar and Belle Époque for high tea, along with in-suite dining and breakfast.
Location and getting around: you are a short walk from Streets Beach, the Wheel of Brisbane, the Queensland Cultural Centre and the South Bank ferry terminal, which makes this the easiest hotel in town for a sightseeing-first stay. The CBD is across Victoria Bridge on foot, and the CityCat ferry takes you to the Story Bridge area and beyond. Trains and buses at South Brisbane also connect to the airport and the Gold Coast.
The rooms: suites are generous, with separate living space in many categories, and the upper floors have excellent views over the river and city. Family suites suit those travelling with children, while the Poolside Cabana suites open toward the pool deck. The hotel promotes experiences such as helicopter flights, e-bike hire and day tours through the front desk, which is handy for arranging trips to the hinterland or Moreton Island.
Who it suits and what to know: couples, families who want space and travellers who plan to walk the parklands and galleries. The official site does not list parking details, so confirm parking and rates when you book if you are driving. It is a good midpoint between value and luxury, with a very strong location, and a better fit than a CBD hotel for those who like to wake up beside the river and parklands.
Why stay here
- ✓All-suite hotel with 143 suites
- ✓Rooftop infinity pool and terrace
- ✓The Healing Stone Day Spa
- ✓Sauna, steam room and gym
- ✓Firma Italian restaurant
- ✓The Reserve Wine Bar
- ✓River-facing suites with Juliette balconies
- ✓Steps from South Bank Parklands
Good questions
Is the Emporium close to South Bank Parklands?+
Yes. It is at 267 Grey Street in South Brisbane, just beside the parklands, Streets Beach and the cultural centre.
Does it have a pool?+
Yes, a rooftop infinity pool with lounge chairs and city views, next to the rooftop terrace.
Are the rooms suites?+
Yes, the hotel has 143 suites, with river-facing options that have Juliette balconies.
