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:
Great location
Friendly staff
Comfortable beds
Clean rooms
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Small rooms
Parking concerns

Categories

Cleanliness
8
Multiple reviews mention cleanliness issues, such as dirty rooms and common areas.
Service
10
The hotel staff is consistently described as warm and friendly in the reviews.
Location
9.5
Great location mentioned multiple times with easy access to attractions.
Room Quality
8.5
Rooms were generally described as comfortable, but some were too small.
Amenities
8.5
The presence of facilities like the pool and breakfast is noted positively, though improvements are suggested.
Value for Money
9
Value is mixed; some positives, but some reviewers feel it doesn't match the price paid.
Food and Beverage
9
The breakfast was noted positively, but there are suggestions for improvement.
Overall Experience
9.5
Despite some issues, the overall experience is rated positively by multiple reviewers.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 17:13

Property Description

Convenient Location
Novotel Brisbane South Bank, just steps away from Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre, offers 4-star accommodation with easy access to key landmarks like South Brisbane Station and Queensland Performing Arts Complex.

Modern Amenities
Enjoy a comfortable stay with air-conditioned rooms, flat-screen TVs, and city views in select units. Indulge in room service, breakfast options, and unwind at the fitness centre or the bar.

Nearby Attractions
Explore South Bank Parklands, Suncorp Stadium, and more from this centrally located hotel. With free WiFi and a business centre, Novotel Brisbane South Bank caters to all your needs.

Ready to experience the best of Brisbane? Book your stay at Novotel Brisbane South Bank now!

Important information:

Please note, there is a 1.4% credit card surcharge when using a credit card.

Hotel enhancements are scheduled from mid-May to September 2026 across our lobby and restaurant areas. Works have been carefully planned to minimize any impact on your stay. Our restaurant and kitchen remain fully operational, with buffet breakfast, lunch, dinner and bar service continuing in our ground floor dining space.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: 11:00 AM
Airport code: BNE

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not possible) and costs AUD 28 per day.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 15 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    People no matter the age stay for AUD 50 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.

  • Groups

    When booking more than 7 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.

Location

Property Accessibility

Total Disability Score: 35.71
Public Area
  • Ramp: No
  • Entrance Leveled: No
  • Pet Friendly: No
Reception And Restaurant
  • Reception Hearing Accessible: No
  • Reception Wheelchair Accessible: No
  • Restaurant Wheelchair Accessible: No
Elevator
  • Elevator Audio Signals: No
  • Elevator Braille Numbers: No
  • Elevator Contrasting Buttons: No
  • Elevator Visual Signs: No
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Guest Reviews

9
Based on 3704 reviews
Cleanliness: 8
Service: 10
Location: 9.5
Room Quality: 8.5
Amenities: 8.5
Value for Money: 9
Food and Beverage: 9
Overall Experience: 9.5
K
Kerri solo_traveller au
5
Wanted a quiet retreat after breast surgery
Pros:

Brekky fine
Location good

Cons:

Notification of building works at venue no proper restaurant or bar.. extreme noise

2026-07-04 via Nuitee
C
Charlotte solo_traveller au
8
2026-07-02 via Nuitee
D
Damien solo_traveller au
6
Pros:

Close to Southbank

Cons:

Very noisy jack hammering going on, I literally couldn’t hear what the receptionist said at check in. Only temporary I guess and didn’t last all day.

2026-07-01 via Nuitee
B
Brendan solo_traveller au
9
Pros:

Close to everything

Cons:

Under renovations currently

2026-07-01 via Nuitee
J
Jane family_with_children au
3
2026-07-01 via Nuitee
A
Anoush solo_traveller au
2
I had a terrible stay. I will not choose Novotel again.
Cons:

The noise from construction was extremely loud and uncomfortable. I wasnt able to sleep to catch up from a bad night. I wasnt able to work.

2026-06-29 via Nuitee
L
Loretta couple au
8
2026-06-28 via Nuitee
L
Leanne solo_traveller au
10
2026-06-28 via Nuitee
H
Holly extended_group au
8
comfortable, convenient, and great location for brisbane.
2026-06-28 via Nuitee
L
Lauren and Adam solo_traveller ie
9
A seamless experience as a business traveler.
Pros:

Excellent location for access to the Exhibition Centre. They were able to accommodate early check in which was amazing and made my day run a lot smoother. Breakfast was lovely - a good range of options. I don't have any faults.

Cons:

Nothing.

2026-06-28 via Nuitee
J
Jessica solo_traveller au
10
2026-06-28 via Nuitee
K
Karen solo_traveller au
10
Pros:

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Cons:

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2026-06-28 via Nuitee
P
Peter couple au
9
Helpful staff and very clean room.
Pros:

It suited my needs due to the location.

Cons:

N/A

2026-06-27 via Nuitee
J
Jemar family_with_children au
8
The stay was comfortable and in a well placed area so everything is closeby. The staff was very helpful and cery genuine
Pros:

The staff is very friendly, location is well placed and the check-out time is better than others as we were able to leave at 11:00AM

Cons:

The property is being renovated so the Breakfast Buffet is cramped and not very inviting

2026-06-26 via Nuitee
E
Ethan couple au
10
2026-06-25 via Nuitee
K
Kristy couple au
7
Very comfortable stay close to ammenities and convention centre.
Pros:

Bed was really comfy. Very clean. Modern bathroom. Plenty of space.

Cons:

Currently renovating lobby and bar / restaurant, but will be lovely when that is completed and can’t be avoided.

2026-06-25 via Nuitee
L
LEEANNA solo_traveller au
9
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Nothing

2026-06-24 via Nuitee
J
Jason solo_traveller au
8
Conveniently located
Pros:

Location to convention centre is perfect. Room was very comfortable.

Cons:

I would've liked to have known major renovations are happening right now. There should've been a discount in accommodation because of this.

2026-06-24 via Nuitee
M
Malcolm family_with_children au
7
2026-06-22 via Nuitee
L
Leanne family_with_children au
9
2026-06-22 via Nuitee