ibis Budget Brisbane Airport

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ibis Budget
6 (6298 reviews)
18 Navigator Place, Hendra , Brisbane , AU
+61 7 3868 3457

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Paid
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Family rooms
Laundry
Express check-in/check-out
Facilities for disabled guests
Non-smoking throughout
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Very close to the airport / convenient for early flights
Affordable / cheap for an overnight stay
Friendly / responsive front desk staff (several mentions)
Good for a one-night transit stop
Comfortable bed reported by at least one guest
Nearby shops and 24/7 conveniences
Cons:
Severe cleanliness problems (dirty rooms/bathrooms, bad odour)
Pest issues (cockroaches, rats) reported
Rooms rundown and dated; broken fixtures
Limited or no on-site amenities (no restaurant, no shuttle, no elevator)
Some guests reported rude staff and poor housekeeping supervision
Perceived mismatch between condition and price by some guests

Categories

Cleanliness
2
Strongly negative in reviews: repeated reports of dirty bathrooms, unpleasant odours, cockroaches and rats; multiple guests refused to stay. Cleanliness is the major issue throughout.
Service
8.5
Mixed but generally positive: several guests praised friendly reception staff and quick assistance (e.g., immediate room change for bugs); isolated reports of rudeness exist but front desk responsiveness was noted.
Location
9.5
Consistently praised as very close and convenient to the airport; many guests cited the location as the primary reason for choosing the hotel (ideal for one-night/early-flight stays).
Room Quality
3
Generally poor: many reports of rundown, broken items, noisy beds, cracked/torn mattresses, bad smells and insect/rodent presence; rooms are described as dated and in need of repair.
Amenities
4
Limited amenities reported: no restaurant, no shuttle, no elevator (stairs with heavy luggage), minimal on-site facilities; some basic conveniences nearby but hotel amenities are lacking.
Value for Money
8.5
Perceived as good value by several guests (described as cheap/affordable and suitable for an overnight stop), though a minority called it overpriced for the condition; overall many found the price acceptable for proximity to the airport.
Food and Beverage
3.5
Negatively noted: no on-site restaurant, limited breakfast options mentioned (some skipped breakfast); guests had to go offsite for meals or delivery.
Overall Experience
9
Mixed but skewed by purpose of stay: while cleanliness and room condition were major negatives, many guests still found the hotel fit for a one-night airport stop due to location, price and responsive front desk; overall experience therefore rates higher for guests prioritising convenience.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-11-05 14:40

Property Description

Convenient Location near Brisbane Airport
Located just a short 5-minute drive from Brisbane Airport, ibis Budget Brisbane Airport provides comfortable air-conditioned rooms with complimentary parking.

Amenities for a Comfortable Stay
Guests can enjoy a continental breakfast daily, access vending machines for snacks and drinks, and even have the convenience of frozen meals and a microwave on-site.

Nearby Attractions and Accessibility
Only a 20-minute drive from Brisbane’s city centre, this hotel is also conveniently close to Doomben Racecourse and Eagle Farm Racecourse, both just a 4-minute drive away.

Book your stay at ibis Budget Brisbane Airport for a convenient and comfortable accommodation experience.

Important information:

Please note, there is a 1.4% credit card surcharge when using a credit card.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.
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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

6
Based on 6298 reviews
Cleanliness: 2
Service: 8.5
Location: 9.5
Room Quality: 3
Amenities: 4
Value for Money: 8.5
Food and Beverage: 3.5
Overall Experience: 9
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Jessica • solo_traveller • vu
10
2026-10-31 • via Nuitee
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Reichel • solo_traveller • sb
8
IBIS Budget hotel is closer to the airport so its convenient.
Pros:

The hotel is approximately 5 minutes away from the airport. However, no shuttle was provided so I took a taxi which costs around 20-30aud. The room is well organized. There was no restaurant at the hotel so had to take a taxi to DFO to buy foods etc. Overall, I recommed IBIS budget hotel and the price is affordable.

2026-10-30 • via Nuitee
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Hewage • family_with_children • au
2
Pros:

Location and the Receptionist- the young bloke

Cons:

Dirty bathroom. I dont think they do any supervision on house keeping. Absolutely none.

2026-10-30 • via Nuitee
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Kathryn • solo_traveller • au
5
Very Average
Pros:

Didn’t have breakfast had to catch plane

Cons:

Bed was makes a noise every time you moved tap in bathroom moves. Floors dirty in door way.

2026-10-30 • via Nuitee
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QUEMENER • solo_traveller • nc
4
Pas top du tout.
Pros:

Qui dis voyage dis bagages.... alors a 23h chargé de valises ... mais pas d'ascenseur 🙃

2026-10-29 • via Nuitee
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Georgette • family_with_children • au
1
I didn't stay - demanded a refund. I can't put into words how disgusting this place was.
Pros:

absolutely nothing - it was disgusting

Cons:

everything it was feral - jail for the night would of been a nicer option

2026-10-29 • via Nuitee
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Roxanne • family_with_children • au
8
Pros:

Close to airport

Cons:

Bathroom needs upgrading

2026-10-29 • via Nuitee
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Junior Koua • couple • sb
7
2026-10-29 • via Nuitee
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Suzanne • couple • au
3
Overpriced and rundown.
Pros:

It was close to the airport

Cons:

The property was very run down for the price

2026-10-28 • via Nuitee
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Collin • extended_group • nz
5
The hotel fits a budget hotel, just need to watch out for insects.
Pros:

Convenient location compared to the Brisbane Airport for overnighting during transit.

Cons:

When I went into the room there were cockroaches throughout the room. I immediately went to the front desk and informed them, they did place me into another room without question which was bug-free.

2026-10-28 • via Nuitee
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Boddy • solo_traveller • au
5
Pros:

Convenient for overnight stop.

Cons:

The smell in the room was unpleasant

2026-10-28 • via Nuitee
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Megan • couple • au
3
2026-10-28 • via Nuitee
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Tracy Hughes • couple • au
4
Pros:

Location to airport

Cons:

Hallway was cluttered , dirty and unwelcoming. Room had an awful odour. Very dated, expected a lot better for the cost. Had to carry heavy suitcases up 3 flights of stairs.

2026-10-27 • via Nuitee
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William • solo_traveller • au
1
Would rather pull my fingernails without anisthetic than stay here again
Pros:

Cheap but really ugly

Cons:

The huge rats

2026-10-27 • via Nuitee
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Darren • family_with_children • au
5
2026-10-27 • via Nuitee
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Allysa • solo_traveller • au
4
2026-10-27 • via Nuitee
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Bentley • couple • au
1
Very disappointing.
Pros:

Nothing. Was actually a very bad hotel. I don’t recommend it to anyone.

Cons:

Rude staff. Poor cleanliness. Lots of things broken in room. Bad facilities. Bad location.

2026-10-27 • via Nuitee
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Thelma • family_with_children • au
8
2026-10-26 • via Nuitee
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Peter • family_with_children • au
7
2026-10-26 • via Nuitee
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Pradip • solo_traveller • au
9
Very good, good location, easy to get a taxi to the airport. The facilities are very good.
Pros:

Friendliness of the staff who checked me in

2026-10-26 • via Nuitee