Rothbury Hotel

Hotels
7.8 (391 reviews)
301 Ann Street , Brisbane , au

Children allowed

Facilities

Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Family rooms
Lift / Elevator
Facilities for disabled guests
Ironing service
Non-smoking throughout
Public transport tickets
Staff adhere to local safety protocols
Guest rooms disinfected between stays
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Comfortable rooms
Helpful staff
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Limited amenities
Complicated check-in process

Categories

Cleanliness
6.76
Multiple guests mentioned cleanliness issues including mold and odors.
Service
8.23
Overall service was rated positively, with notable helpfulness from staff.
Location
8.77
The location was frequently praised as a strong point.
Room Quality
8.22
Rooms were generally comfortable, but some noted they needed better amenities.
Amenities
7.25
Limited amenities noted; breakfast not provided and few extras available.
Value for Money
7.71
Mixed feelings; some guests felt value was lacking compared to offerings.
Food and Beverage
6.76
Food options were seen as limited; no breakfast available.
Overall Experience
8.73
Most guests had a favorable experience despite some issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-09 19:15

Property Description

Charming Heritage Building in Brisbane CBD

Historic Elegance: Immerse yourself in the old-world charm of Rothbury Heritage Apartment Hotel, dating back to 1931, offering a unique and grand atmosphere for your stay.

Range of Accommodations: From budget-friendly rooms to luxurious two-bedroom apartments, we cater to every traveler's needs and preferences, ensuring a comfortable and memorable stay.

Convenient Location: Just 75 meters from the Airtrain station, our hotel provides easy access to the airport, making your travel experience seamless and stress-free.

Experience the allure of Brisbane's CBD at Rothbury Heritage Apartment Hotel. Book now for an unforgettable stay!

Important information:

Please note that there is a 1.98% charge when you pay with a Visa or MasterCard credit card and a 3.3% charge when you pay with an American Express credit card. You must show a valid credit card and photo ID upon check-in. This credit card must be in the same name as the guest's name on the booking confirmation.

Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.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.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Airport code: BNE

Property Policies

  • 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 AUD 50 per person per stay when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    People 2 years old and over stay for AUD 50 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Parking

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

Location

Guest Reviews

7.8
Based on 391 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.76
Service: 8.23
Location: 8.77
Room Quality: 8.22
Amenities: 7.25
Value for Money: 7.71
Food and Beverage: 6.76
Overall Experience: 8.73
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Stephen • solo_traveller • au
6
Quiet, comfortable and well positioned facility which suited a one night business trip adequately.
Pros:

The room was quiet and comfortable with a good shower, and was located close to my business destination.

Cons:

After hours check-in was complicated as the reception is only manned during business hours.
The hotel does not provide any breakfast and there was nowhere close by to secure a good breakfast.
The television was limited to free-to-air stations. One streamer would have been appreciated?
There were no shelves of any kind in the shower cubicle, meaning all bottles had to remain on the floor.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Anthony • solo_traveller • au
9
2026-01-04 • via Nuitee
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Evelyn • couple • au
8
2026-01-01 • via Nuitee
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Terry • couple • au
10
Awesome
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Management was very helpful

2025-12-27 • via Nuitee
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Jessica • family_with_children • no
8
Pros:

Beds were super comfy

Cons:

The hallway on the 6th floor smelled terribly of cat pee which made me wonder how clean the carpets are 🤢

2025-12-10 • via Nuitee
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Teneil • family_with_children • au
7
Beautiful old building in prime CBD location
Pros:

An amazing old building that would be incredible if fully restored (though I understand how cost prohibitive that would be). The Rothbury is still full of character and just a fascinating place in time. I particularly loved the heritage elevators! The rooms were very spacious, quiet and clean, and the Wi-Fi was reliable.

Cons:

General wear and tear/disrepair, food left behind by previous guests (as mentioned in other reviews I've seen). Carpets in the hallway had a distinct stale smell. Check-in was complicated by the fact that the online check in link eventually took me to a confirmation-type screen saying "you are checked in" with no information on how to actually get into the building or retrieve a room key. I'm not sure whether this was an error in the page loading or something similar - could easily have been a one-off issue. In any case, when I called the after hours contact, I was walked through getting a lobby safe open to retrieve the key (though I don't know how we would have gotten into the building in the first place if another guest hadn't let us in) and the rest of the stay passed without incident.
Do note that parking isn't included in your booking price. I booked Saturday afternoon to Monday lunch directly across the road at the Cornerstone parking lot for $75 total.

2025-12-09 • via Nuitee
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Vincent • couple • fr
10
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julia • solo_traveller • au
8
2025-11-24 • via Nuitee
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Bernie • solo_traveller • au
8
2025-11-03 • via Nuitee
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Jon Tozer • solo_traveller • au
8
2025-10-27 • via Nuitee
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Perera • solo_traveller • lk
8
Pros:

Offered me a free late check out

Cons:

My room didn’t have a view which is not good since I stayed 4 nights

2025-10-20 • via Nuitee
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Nick • couple • au
8
Apart from those small issues, loved it and would stay again.
Pros:

Beautifully decorated, comfortable, great location.

Cons:

No soap in the bathroom. No info about the wifi password. No response to attempts to contact the place via Booking.com during our stay.

2025-10-19 • via Nuitee
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John & Mary • couple • au
5
The facility looked very attractively but plumbing & electric appliances were old.
Pros:

Bed clean & comforable. All the rest was well used.

Cons:

Lack of salt & pepper, no small bottle of milk for starters.

2025-10-16 • via Nuitee
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Jaslar • couple • au
10
Gaven made our stay and such a beautiful hotel apart of Brisbanes history.
Pros:

We had a fantastic stay at the Rothbury Hotel. Gaven was incredibly helpful and went above and beyond—he even shared the history of the building with us, which was really interesting. The lobby and interior are stunning, showcasing a beautiful 1930s art deco style. Our room was a wonderful surprise as well, especially considering the age of the building—comfortable, charming, and full of character. We highly recommend staying here!

Cons:

Check In Process Could Be A Little Smoother After Hours

2025-10-12 • via Nuitee
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Danielle • family_with_children • au
1
Dirty
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Mould on roof, smelt like cat pee

2025-09-29 • via Nuitee
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Wust • solo_traveller • au
8
Pros:

Location and good rooms.

2025-09-15 • via Nuitee
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Anthony • solo_traveller • au
8
2025-09-07 • via Nuitee
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Heather • couple • au
9
2025-09-04 • via Nuitee
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Chris
6
Pros:

Great location but room could do with proper blinds as the ones installed are very thin and do not provide full privacy or block outside light at night

2025-08-31 • via Nuitee
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Sam • solo_traveller • us
3
Cons:

Check-in was a painful mess with multiple calls required to even get in the door, which took about 20mins to get in (no staff on site).

No towels.

2025-08-29 • via Nuitee