Mantra South Bank Brisbane

Hotels
Mantra
8.2 (3018 reviews)
161 Grey St , Brisbane , au

Children allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities
WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Good location
Friendly staff
Great breakfast
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Limited amenities
Some rooms noisy

Categories

Cleanliness
7.78
Cleanliness was often criticized with reports of dampness and stained linens.
Service
9.05
Multiple reviews mentioned friendly and attentive staff.
Location
9.29
Location received high praise for its convenience and proximity to popular attractions.
Room Quality
7.74
Some reviews mentioned dated rooms, and issues like noise and temperature control.
Amenities
7.27
Limited amenities reported, especially with closures during peak times.
Value for Money
7.73
Some reviews felt the hotel did not offer enough for the price paid.
Food and Beverage
8.28
Breakfast was generally well-received, though some dining options were limited.
Overall Experience
8.45
Many guests enjoyed their stay, but cleanliness and outdated facilities lowered overall sentiment.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 21:52

Property Description

Luxurious Riverside Hotel

Modern Design and Amenities: Mantra South Bank offers modern studios and apartments with kitchenette or fully equipped kitchen, laundry facilities, and city views. Most rooms also feature a balcony for guests to enjoy.

Prime Location: Located on the southern bank of the Brisbane River, the hotel is opposite the Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre and in the heart of Brisbane’s cultural and restaurant precinct.

Convenient Facilities: Guests can enjoy free access to an outdoor heated pool, spa pool, fitness centre, and complimentary internet at the hotel lobby's internet kiosks with printers.

Book your stay at Mantra South Bank for a luxurious and convenient experience!

Important information:

Please note, there is a 1.4% credit card surcharge when using a credit card.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian. The legal guardian must provide a current photo ID or proof of guardianship if requested upon check-in. Please note that housekeeping service is only offered for stays of less than 3 nights. You can request additional housekeeping services for an extra charge. Please note for bookings of 5 or more rooms, guests must sign the property's Terms of Stay. For further information please contact the property, using the details found on the booking 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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Property Policies

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 1 year old stay for AUD 10 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 no matter the age stay for AUD 40 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.

  • Internet

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

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed) and costs AUD 50 per day.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.2
Based on 3018 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.78
Service: 9.05
Location: 9.29
Room Quality: 7.74
Amenities: 7.27
Value for Money: 7.73
Food and Beverage: 8.28
Overall Experience: 8.45
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Cowley solo_traveller au
7
Pros:

Location, bed was comfortable but had a split in the middle

Cons:

The shower head was dodgy, and the shower leaked all over the floor

2026-07-04 via Nuitee
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Leonie couple au
6
2026-07-02 via Nuitee
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Karin solo_traveller au
10
Great Stay - Venue close to my event
Pros:

All Aspects of the stay went well

Cons:

n/a

2026-07-01 via Nuitee
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Heather family_with_children au
10
Was fabulous .
Pros:

Situated
Pool
Friendly & helpful staff

Cons:

Everything

2026-07-01 via Nuitee
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Alex couple nz
5
This is a busy hotel so maybe the team doesn't have time to look from a customers view
Pros:

Good Coffee each morning, room was quiet & linen clean

Cons:

breakfast standard/style varied each day, depending on the chef
room was in need of a spring clean, especially the bathroom fittings & the fridge area in its cupboard, outlook at the back was in need of a good clean and please remove the dead plants. Not sure way you need warning stickers on window when they are fully sealed unit, they could also do with a clean, along with the TV cabinet that looks like it comes from a second shop, well used bed base ripped and bed needed a upgrade

2026-07-01 via Nuitee
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Katrina solo_traveller au
10
2026-07-01 via Nuitee
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Steve couple au
8
Pros:

Value for money and staff professional and friendly

Cons:

Road noise

2026-07-01 via Nuitee
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Robert family_with_children au
8
Pros:

Good location

2026-06-29 via Nuitee
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Jean couple au
1
Disgusting - will never book Mantra again
Pros:

Location - okay
Breakfast - below average
ROOM - PUTRID, mould in shower, tattered drapes and curtains, floors not mopped, stained pillows slips, dust on bedside tables and tv stand. Paid good money - was not worth 1/4 of what we paid.

Cons:

check above - nothing did we like.
Breakfast was just a drink and 1 main dish ???

2026-06-29 via Nuitee
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Skinner couple au
9
2026-06-29 via Nuitee
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Leisa couple au
10
2026-06-28 via Nuitee
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Darryl couple nz
9
2026-06-28 via Nuitee
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Annette couple au
10
2026-06-27 via Nuitee
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Michael couple au
9
Pros:

Close to where I needed to be

2026-06-26 via Nuitee
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Victoria solo_traveller au
9
2026-06-25 via Nuitee
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Sue couple nz
8
Pros:

Brilliant location. Lovely staff

2026-06-25 via Nuitee
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Amy couple au
10
Good value for money. Nice clean room. Beds were very comfortable and plenty of pillows!!
Pros:

Location is perfect for theatres close by. Also plenty of restaurants, small Woolworths. And the markets are a added bonus

Cons:

No faults for us.

2026-06-24 via Nuitee
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Gary solo_traveller au
10
Mantra stay
Pros:

The Mantra is a Goldielocks type hotel. Just right.
The room was a decent size, with a small kitchenette. The bathroom was a decent size and with an excellent shower, once again, a decent size and we had a balcony. Being able to sit outside in the fresh air is very important.

Cons:

What didn't I like? Well our room faced the river/city so the noise coming off the highway that leads into the cbd was loud. Not the hotels fault but something to consider.

2026-06-24 via Nuitee
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Samantha solo_traveller au
9
2026-06-23 via Nuitee
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Valerie couple au
7
Good location but a room higher up in the building would have suited me better.
Pros:

Location

Cons:

The room was quite dark and dingy with the dark curtains.
Unfortunate not to be able to have the bedroom window open a tad.
The room felt a bit claustrophobic.

2026-06-22 via Nuitee