Rydges Fortitude Valley

Hotels
Rydges
9 (3139 reviews)
601 Gregory Terrace, Fortitude Valley , Brisbane , au

Paid
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:
Friendly staff
Great location
Clean and modern rooms
Excellent amenities
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
High value perceptions
Noise complaints

Categories

Cleanliness
8
Several comments about cleanliness issues, including dirty kettles and floors.
Service
10
General sentiment of friendly staff and good service.
Location
9.5
Proximity to events, restaurants, and public transport praised in multiple reviews.
Room Quality
9
Rooms described as clean and modern, although noise was mentioned.
Amenities
9.5
Positive comments on the pool and gym facilities.
Value for Money
8
Some perceptions of high cost with mixed value sentiment expressed.
Food and Beverage
8.5
Meals praised for taste but a long delivery time mentioned, impacting experience.
Overall Experience
9.5
Overall enjoyable stay with multiple highlights and positive feedback.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-16 00:29

Property Description

Central Location and Modern Amenities
Rydges Fortitude Valley offers an unbeatable location in the vibrant heart of Brisbane Showgrounds precinct. Enjoy the convenience of being just a short stroll away from the Royal International Convention Centre.

Comfortable Rooms and Onsite Dining
Relax in well-equipped rooms featuring flat-screen TVs and private bathrooms with complimentary toiletries. Indulge in delectable meals at the Six Acres Restaurant and unwind with a drink at the Paddock Bar right within the hotel premises.

Convenience and Leisure Facilities
Experience top-notch service with a 24-hour front desk, fitness centre, and business centre at your disposal. Take a refreshing dip in the outdoor pool or explore the area with the option of car hire.

Book now for a memorable stay at Rydges Fortitude Valley!

Important information:

Please note that there is a 1.5% charge when you pay with a Visa, Mastercard, Diners Club or American Express credit card.

Group Bookings of 10 Rooms or 10 Room Nights or more will not be accepted without a group contract, terms and payment policy.

Any booking equal to or exceeding this number of rooms will be canceled and deemend invalid.

Please contact the hotel regarding group accommation policies and conditions.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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

9
Based on 3139 reviews
Cleanliness: 8
Service: 10
Location: 9.5
Room Quality: 9
Amenities: 9.5
Value for Money: 8
Food and Beverage: 8.5
Overall Experience: 9.5
J
James couple au
10
2026-08-29 via Nuitee
M
Meri-Jane couple au
8
2026-08-25 via Nuitee
B
Berenice solo_traveller au
10
Piacevole soggiorno a Brisbane
Pros:

Confortevole, spaziosa e pulita, adatta per un soggiorno piacevole a Brisbane

2026-08-25 via Nuitee
S
Sue-Ellen couple au
10
2026-08-24 via Nuitee
K
Katelin solo_traveller au
7
2026-08-23 via Nuitee
A
Aimee couple au
10
2026-08-23 via Nuitee
D
Dwight couple au
7
Invite hotel guests to the private function.
Pros:

Location

Cons:

They closed off access to the show on Friday night for a private function. I’m paying top dollar for access to the show, and to enjoy the bar, it is stupid to close it off.

2026-08-21 via Nuitee
T
Tashya solo_traveller au
7
2026-08-20 via Nuitee
A
Aaron couple au
7
Stay was ok but need better acess 24/7
Pros:

Well staying at Rydges I thought there would be easy acess 24 hours a day which is clearly not the case

2026-08-20 via Nuitee
L
Lyndell couple au
9
Pros:

Right next to the Ekka

Cons:

Booked a twin share and the bed was made up as a queen so that wasn’t the best.

2026-08-19 via Nuitee
J
jorja_j1968 Couples Geelong, City of Greater Geelong, Victoria
4
Not a good experience
Pros:

During my stay, I witnessed an uncomfortable interaction between the restaurant manager/supervisor and one of the baristas. The restaurant and lobby bar were extremely busy and packed, yet this person was shouting at the barista and telling him that he was too slow.

I get that EKKA times can be stressful, but seeing a manager speak to a staff member that way in front of everyone made me feel very uncomfortable. It created an unpleasant atmosphere and was particularly noticeable because the place was full of customers. I think this interaction was completely unprofessional and there's no excuse to treat your staff like that. Personally, I'd consider staying here again.

2026-08-18 via Tripadvisor
S
Shannon couple au
9
Love staying at the EKKA
Pros:

Arena view, restaurant

2026-08-18 via Nuitee
B
Bruce solo_traveller au
10
2026-08-17 via Nuitee
S
Sally-Ann couple au
6
Expected more for the price
Pros:

Neat and tidy

Cons:

Room service menu was very limited.
Housekeeping didn’t come on one of the days after checking if we wanted it and we did. There was no body wash left and we were down to 1/2 a roll of toilet paper.

2026-08-17 via Nuitee
M
Michelle solo_traveller au
5
Pros:

The bed was comfortable

Cons:

I stayed 5 nights. When I arrived there were large clumps of hair in the drain, the soap & body wash pump container was empty. The hair were still there 5 nights later & still no refill of the body wash.
I stay at rydges during Ekka every year because of the close location. This year the entry point was thru the bar, only open a short time. Certainly not early mornings or after 8pm when competitors need the close access.

2026-08-17 via Nuitee
G
Georgia maree extended_group au
9
Pros:

Clean
Good location for Ekka

Cons:

Not enough toilet paper or rubbish bins

2026-08-17 via Nuitee
E
Estelle solo_traveller fr
9
Bel hôtel où séjourner
Pros:

La chambre et le lit sont confortables + petit déjeuner sympa

Cons:

Il y a des capsules pour se faire un café mais pas de machine pour les utiliser + le staff n'avait pas pris en compte mon extension de séjour et est venu me demander 2 fois de faire mon check out sans prendre en compte les instructions déjà fournis aux autres membres du staff. Je ne me suis pas sentie la bienvenue sur la fin de mon séjour

2026-08-16 via Nuitee
L
Lillian solo_traveller au
10
A great show stay
Pros:

Fantastic with great staff

2026-08-15 via Nuitee
J
Jodie couple au
8
2026-08-14 via Nuitee
S
Sandra couple au
10
Ideal locality for the EKKA.
Pros:

Great place to stay for the EKKA. 😊

Cons:

Nothing

2026-08-14 via Nuitee