Essence Apartments Chermside

Hotels
8.2 (1491 reviews)
541 Rode Road, Chermside , Brisbane , au

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Terrace
Family rooms
BBQ facilities
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly Staff
Great Location
Comfortable Beds
Cons:
High Price
Limited Toiletries
Poor Coffee

Categories

Cleanliness
7.78
Some complaints regarding the torn bed sheet and dirty duvet, but generally noted as very clean.
Service
9.25
Staff were consistently described as friendly and accommodating.
Location
9.29
Highlighted as excellent by multiple reviewers, especially for proximity to hospitals.
Room Quality
8.24
Generally comfortable and well-appointed with some concerns about lighting and missing amenities.
Amenities
8.27
Services and basics were satisfactory, though some amenities were noted as lacking.
Value for Money
7.23
Several reviews indicated that the pricing was high for what was provided.
Food and Beverage
6.78
Breakfast was minimal and coffee was poorly rated.
Overall Experience
8.75
Overall a positive experience mentioned, many would return despite some issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-08 03:31

Property Description

Stylish Apartments in Chermside

Luxurious Amenities: Enjoy a Grab & Go Breakfast daily and unwind in the garden terrace with a BBQ area. Relax in the guest lounge with a 50-inch LCD TV or utilize the laundry facilities.

Modern Comforts: Each apartment features air conditioning, ceiling fans, and a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and dishwasher. Some units boast a private balcony for a serene retreat.

Convenient Location: Situated near major hospitals and just a short drive from Brisbane Airport and the city centre, Essence Apartments offer free secured parking and a complimentary pass to a nearby fitness centre.

Book now for a lavish stay at Essence Apartments Brisbane.

Important information:

All Credit Card payments will incur a fee - Mastercard and Visa- 1.90% and Amex 2.75% and all International Credit Cards 3.75%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.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

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

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Groups

    When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Internet

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

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for AUD 20 per person per night 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 53 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.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.2
Based on 1491 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.78
Service: 9.25
Location: 9.29
Room Quality: 8.24
Amenities: 8.27
Value for Money: 7.23
Food and Beverage: 6.78
Overall Experience: 8.75
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Leanne • couple • au
8
Practical choice
Pros:

Comfortable enough

Cons:

Basic "breakfast" room for improvement

2026-04-11 • via Nuitee
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Anthony • couple • au
8
Good stay
Pros:

Location, Parking

Cons:

Shower

2026-04-11 • via Nuitee
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Angela • family_with_children • au
10
Pros:

Location, good service

2026-04-07 • via Nuitee
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Gregory • solo_traveller • au
9
Relaxing accommodation and pleasant surroundings
Pros:

Proximity to the hospital at Chermside, an exit into the hospital grounds, clean well laid out room, secure carpark ✔️✔️, vending machines, breakfast available, close to Westfield Chermside shopping centre

Cons:

Could hear footsteps from room above.

2026-04-03 • via Nuitee
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Malcolm • solo_traveller • au
10
2026-04-03 • via Nuitee
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Valda • family_with_children • au
8
Pros:

It was close to the hospital.

2026-04-02 • via Nuitee
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Nicole • family_with_children • au
7
2026-04-01 • via Nuitee
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Seaniger • solo_traveller • au
9
Pros:

Breakfast was very basic. Limited choices.

Cons:

All was good for what i wanted. I only needed the room at night as i was busy during the day.cocered what was needed.

2026-03-30 • via Nuitee
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XU • extended_group • cn
8
满意
Pros:

比较干净

Cons:

早餐太简单。

2026-03-29 • via Nuitee
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Ryan • family_with_children • au
7
2026-03-29 • via Nuitee
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Dyan • family_with_children • au
10
Perfect
Pros:

Location, nice and quiet, handy to shops and great staff

Cons:

Na

2026-03-28 • via Nuitee
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Riccardo • couple • au
9
2026-03-25 • via Nuitee
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Kate • couple • au
10
Was short but very comfortable. Beds were very comfortable
Pros:

Very spacious, great layout and close to private hospital

Cons:

NA

2026-03-21 • via Nuitee
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Bhuiyan • solo_traveller • au
5
Pros:

clean

Cons:

less fascilities

2026-03-21 • via Nuitee
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Kathy • family_with_children • au
10
Great place to stay
Pros:

* Close to Prince Charles hospital
* Wonderfully friendly staff

Cons:

NA

2026-03-21 • via Nuitee
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David • family_with_children • au
10
2026-03-20 • via Nuitee
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Darcie • couple • au
5
Good location, but probably wouldn’t book again.
Pros:

Great location, friendly staff.

Cons:

The room, especially the bathroom was very dirty. Mould and previous guests hair. It felt like it hadn’t been cleaned. The room was also very outdated.

2026-03-19 • via Nuitee
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Parter • family_with_children • au
8
Clean tidy and accessable to all required facilities. Would definately go back.
Pros:

Free grab and go breakfast good. Close to hospital and other facilities.

2026-03-18 • via Nuitee
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Susan • family_with_children • au
9
Pros:

Had family at Prince Charles Hospital so we could walk there

2026-03-17 • via Nuitee
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Jon • couple • au
9
2026-03-17 • via Nuitee