Sage Hotel James Street

Hotels
8.8 (2776 reviews)
70 James Street , Brisbane , AU

Paid
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Room service
Heating
Family rooms
Pets allowed
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly staff
Comfortable rooms
Pet friendly
Cons:
Some cleanliness issues
Expensive extras

Categories

Cleanliness
8.3
Some reviews mentioned issues like musty odors in rooms.
Service
9.3
Many reviews noted friendly and accommodating staff.
Location
9.8
Consistently praised for its excellent and central location.
Room Quality
8.8
Rooms are described as comfortable and well-appointed.
Amenities
8.3
Some amenities like small bathrooms may disappoint, but overall satisfactory.
Value for Money
8.8
Pricing for extra services felt excessive to some guests.
Food and Beverage
8.3
Occasional issues with pricing for snacks, but otherwise favorable.
Overall Experience
8.8
Generally positive experiences with a few minor issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 15:07

Property Description

Modern Rooms with Premium Amenities
Experience comfort and convenience in our modern rooms equipped with a desk, coffee machine, and a flat-screen TV. Relax in style with a private bathroom featuring a hairdryer and free toiletries. Some rooms even offer a balcony or seating area for added luxury.

Complimentary Access to Fitness Centre and Pool
Stay active and refreshed with complimentary access to the nearby fitness centre and pool facilities. Maintain your workout routine or take a leisurely swim during your stay with us.

Convenient Location near Major Attractions
Located just 1.7 km from Queen Street Mall and 2.3 km from City Botanical Gardens, Sage Hotel James Street offers easy access to Brisbane's top attractions. Explore South Bank Parklands and Brisbane Powerhouse, both just a short distance away.

Book your stay at Sage Hotel James Street for a memorable and enjoyable experience.

Important information:

Please note that there is a 1.5% charge when you pay with Visa or MasterCard and a 3% charge when you pay with an American Express or Diners Club 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.
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: 10:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

8.8
Based on 2776 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.3
Service: 9.3
Location: 9.8
Room Quality: 8.8
Amenities: 8.3
Value for Money: 8.8
Food and Beverage: 8.3
Overall Experience: 8.8
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Emma Dora • solo_traveller • au
7
Alright
Pros:

Lighting can be improved, feels either so dark or so bright.

Cons:

Staff sometimes not around.

2026-10-31 • via Nuitee
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Sandra • couple • au
6
Won’t stay again
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Court yard rooms were so exposed to lots of other rooms no privacy at all. No instant coffees to use and bought expensive coffee from reception was undrinkable !!!!!! Noice was high

2026-10-31 • via Nuitee
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melinda • solo_traveller • au
2
Never again
Pros:

Convenient location

Cons:

Corridors smelt, room was very small, bed ridiculously tiny, pink mould / algae on tiles around the shower.

2026-10-30 • via Nuitee
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peter • couple • au
8
Okay but some disappointing things.
Pros:

Site
Cleanliness
Comfort

Cons:

The shower fitting was not usable except in a very awkward position and due to a damaged fitting.
NOT very satisfactory when paying over $500 per night

2026-10-30 • via Nuitee
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Madeleine • solo_traveller • au
7
2026-10-29 • via Nuitee
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Tracey • couple • au
8
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Brett • solo_traveller • au
8
2026-10-28 • via Nuitee
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phillipa • couple • au
1
Extremely dissatisfied & disappointed.
Pros:

Location, James Street.

Cons:

The construction noise of the Jack Hamer was relentless. Our guests had to leave the premises as it was sooooo loud and vibrated through the building. Yes, we were warned that there is construction in the area but this was beyond reasonable. Had we been aware we would NOT of stayed. The cleaning staff need some instruction. Mould in showers, musty damp smell in hallway. Balcony was dirty & dusty ( yes from construction) however we choose the room so we could use the extra space. Still it could have had a daily service.

2026-10-27 • via Nuitee
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phillipa • couple • au
1
2026-10-27 • via Nuitee
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Aimee • family_with_children • au
6
Cons:

Shower wasn't very clean

2026-10-27 • via Nuitee
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Kate • solo_traveller • au
8
Cons:

The hotel was excellent value for money - however it seemed like the AIRCON switched off midway through the evening.

2026-10-27 • via Nuitee
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Tiana • couple • au
7
2026-10-26 • via Nuitee
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Lynley • couple • au
7
Short and sweet
Pros:

Close to everything

Cons:

Construction noise

2026-10-26 • via Nuitee
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Lisa • solo_traveller • au
7
2026-10-25 • via Nuitee
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robyn • family_with_children • au
7
2026-10-22 • via Nuitee
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Stacey • couple • au
9
Great stay
Pros:

Great location, awesome food on James street and walking distance to valley music hall.

Cons:

Shower pressure, directions to parking were very unclear. Google Gorman clothing store fortitude valley, parking is in-between Gorman store and QA hotel. Parking is $40 for 24 hours.

2026-10-21 • via Nuitee
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Tomoko • couple • au
10
2026-10-20 • via Nuitee
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Bec • solo_traveller • au
1
Good location, terrible experience.
Pros:

Check-in was smooth and I appreciated the staff storing my bags for me. The bed was reasonably comfortable and the location was perfect for what I needed.

Cons:

The construction noise was ridiculous. Yes, we were warned there would be disruption, but that warning did not come close to reflecting how loud and constant it would be. It seriously affected the entire stay.

At check-in, I was told I’d been “upgraded” to a better room because of the construction. Calling it an upgrade was a stretch. The room felt like a dungeon, with barely any natural light and a balcony boxed in by four tall walls that amplified the construction noise. I couldn’t even enjoy sitting outside.

Being warned about construction doesn’t make the actual experience any less unacceptable. I travel to Brisbane regularly for work and had planned to stay here multiple times, but this stay has completely put me off. I expected far better and don't believe I'll be returning which is a shame.

2026-10-20 • via Nuitee
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Ayaka • solo_traveller • jp
8
2026-10-18 • via Nuitee
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Catherine • couple • au
8
Would have got a clean sheet if no construction
Pros:

Great location, close to shops and restaurants.

Cons:

The construction around the hotel was a little loud and very early starting.

2026-10-18 • via Nuitee