Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Lift / Elevator
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly staff
Unique design
Cons:
Poor cleanliness
Limited breakfast options
Some discomfort in rooms

Categories

Cleanliness
8.03
There were mentions of dirty furniture and lack of thorough cleaning.
Service
9
Staff were generally helpful and pleasant, contributing positively to the experience.
Location
9.54
Great location mentioned multiple times, convenient for central station.
Room Quality
8.49
Rooms were comfortable but some concerns with mattress quality and minor issues.
Amenities
9.02
Overall decent amenities, but breakfast options were lacking.
Value for Money
8.48
Some guests felt they paid too much for the quality received.
Food and Beverage
8.03
Overall dissatisfaction with food quality and breakfast options.
Overall Experience
9
Despite some issues, many enjoyed their stay and would return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-08 03:29

Property Description

Historic Building with Modern Amenities

Located in the heart of Brisbane, The Inchcolm by Ovolo is housed in a charming 1920’s era building, blending historic charm with modern comforts. Guests can enjoy the convenience of an on-site restaurant and bar, perfect for unwinding after a day of exploring the city.

Complimentary Access to Fitness Facilities

Stay active during your stay with complimentary access to the fitness facilities at Fitness First Elizabeth Street, just a short 700-meter walk away. Whether you prefer a morning workout or an evening exercise session, staying fit is made easy at The Inchcolm by Ovolo.

Luxurious Rooms and Dining Experience

Indulge in comfort in the air-conditioned rooms and suites featuring a flat-screen TV, minibar, and tea/coffee making facilities. After a restful night’s sleep, treat yourself to a delicious meal at The Inchcolm Bar, known for its seasonal menu using local organic produce.

Experience a blend of history and luxury at The Inchcolm by Ovolo - book your stay now for an unforgettable Brisbane getaway.

Important information:

Please note guests traveling with pets must book a designated pet-friendly room. An AUD$100 fee per pet per nights applies and there is a maximum of 2 pets per room.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: BNE

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

  • Parking

    Public parking is possible on site (reservation is needed) and costs AUD 60 per day.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.7
Based on 1204 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.03
Service: 9
Location: 9.54
Room Quality: 8.49
Amenities: 9.02
Value for Money: 8.48
Food and Beverage: 8.03
Overall Experience: 9
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Sarah solo_traveller au
10
2026-05-13 via Nuitee
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Mohamed solo_traveller au
1
Pros:

Good location and friendly staff
Complementary coffee and pastries in the morning
Has a bit of character

Cons:

1. Lack of soundproofing on the windows in a hotel close to a big road and a train station
2. There was a charge on my card post check out without any communication or invoice, I have called multiple times to resolve this and have either not got through or been told I'd be called back and not had a call back
I suspect I've been charged for a missing glass from the room. When we checked in there was only 1 glass and we didn't bother asking for another one as we didn't need it
The room wasnt checked on check out

Trying to sort this out is taking up a lot of my time and is frankly unacceptable

3. General lack of quality with fit and finish
For example the sink moves the tap splashes the shower drainage was slow leading to pooling of water
Numerous other small things


I wouldn't have recommended the hotel without this issue anyway. The lack of sound proofing and overall lack of quality would make me pay a little more for somewhere better.
I recently stayed at the Capri by Fraser just around the corner and it was miles better.

2026-05-12 via Nuitee
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An Yong solo_traveller au
5
Pros:

The room was a good size and the bed was comfortable.

Cons:

A lot of things just didn't quite work properly. The issues on their own were manageable but when you stack them up, they made the stay a bit stressful, which is not what you want on a holiday. Things that didn't quite work include: bathroom that didn't drain very well, air conditioning that switches to heat mode every day (we had to call reception to reset it from their end), a TV that would get stuck on the "start" screen (we didn't end up using it), and room cards that didn't work on our second day (instead of admitting that the cards were not set up properly for the number of days of our stay, the receptionist asked if we put the cards next to our phones which would have made them malfunction? We have travelled a lot and stayed at many other places before but have not experienced this.)

2026-05-12 via Nuitee
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Jye couple au
8
2026-05-11 via Nuitee
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Amie solo_traveller au
8
2026-05-10 via Nuitee
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Zak solo_traveller au
8
Pros:

Comfy beds, good location, friendly staff, helpful with extras for bdays

Cons:

Small parts of the room could do with some maintenance. Bad plaster patching in ceiling, wall paper coming off

2026-05-07 via Nuitee
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Tracy couple au
8
Pros:

Super friendly and helpful staff

Cons:

Single ply toilet paper

2026-05-05 via Nuitee
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James Porteous solo_traveller au
9
2026-05-04 via Nuitee
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Catherine couple au
8
Huge rooms, good location, very quirky
Pros:

Quirky and different, very spacious rooms, well appointed rooms, clean bathroom, good shower

Cons:

It felt a bit tired in places, the hallway carpets looked dirty. Bed had a good quality mattress but it was very soft which might not suit everyone

2026-05-04 via Nuitee
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Christine solo_traveller au
6
So good to see original buildings with character being looked after
Pros:

The room was well furnished and attractive.

Cons:

Not one staff member was in site to greet me, that was a letdown.

There was a very obvious patch of dust on the side table.

2026-05-03 via Nuitee
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Keith couple au
9
2026-04-30 via Nuitee
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Elloise family_with_children au
10
2026-04-29 via Nuitee
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Kym family_with_children au
6
Second stay, it was OK, not sure I'd book again
Pros:

Decor, location

Cons:

Bed too soft for me and i was in the windowless room in the 2 bed room. No breakfast available (was there Mon and Tues mornings)

2026-04-26 via Nuitee
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Gwen solo_traveller au
6
2026-04-25 via Nuitee
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Nathan couple au
7
Book if you want something a bit different
Pros:

Moody decor and location

Cons:

I’ve stayed here quite a few times but this time something was missing. It used to be a lot nicer, I think the rooms need a bit of a soft reno, especially the bathrooms. It’s lost its charm
A bit.

2026-04-18 via Nuitee
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Rachel solo_traveller au
1
Disappointing.
Cons:

Unfortunately my room was unclean, there was mold on the shower screen, stains on the carpet and cobwebs on the ceiling. There was only a tiny window which faced onto brick so that during the day the room was completely dark. I stayed one night only out of two and had to checkout early and find alternate accomodation. I was disappointed as the rooms pictured appeared clean, large and with big windows - I paid more than other hotels in the area as I assumed the room would be on par with those advertised, but it was completely different.

2026-04-16 via Nuitee
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Lisa couple au
8
2026-04-16 via Nuitee
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Gwen solo_traveller au
5
2026-04-16 via Nuitee
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Alex couple au
10
Glorious hotel - private, charming and comfortable!
Pros:

Fabulous hotel with old world charm and modern amenities! Comfy bed, quiet and private! Excellent staff and a wonderful stay!

Cons:

No restaurant/room service open on the weekends we were there.

2026-04-14 via Nuitee
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Louise couple au
7
2026-04-14 via Nuitee