InterContinental Brisbane
Brisbane City
Updated: Oct 06, 2026
One of Brisbane’s most iconic hotels is getting a serious glow-up, with InterContinental Brisbane set to undergo a multi-million-dollar transformation from October 2026.
Sitting in the heart of Queen Street Mall, the 319-room hotel is embarking on a major new chapter that will bring refreshed rooms, new dining destinations, elevated wellness spaces and a completely reimagined arrival experience - all while celebrating the distinctive modernist architecture of its Harry Seidler-designed home.
And there’s no need to wait until the renovation is finished to visit: InterContinental Brisbane will remain open throughout the staged transformation, which is expected to wrap up in late 2027.
Led by global design firm Woods Bagot, the new look will take cues from Brisbane’s subtropical setting, pairing warm neutrals, natural stone, marble and dark timber with sculptural artwork, soft curves and mid-century-inspired furnishings.
The hotel’s grand atrium will also get a major rethink, with the new design making the most of Brisbane’s natural light and giving all 324 rooms views down into the reimagined space. Yes, the hotel is also adding five new rooms as part of the works.
Level 6 is set to become one of the hotel’s new highlights, with a brand-new concierge gallery, arrival area, lobby and reception. Club InterContinental will also relocate here, creating a light-filled retreat overlooking Queen Street Mall and the Edward Street luxury precinct.
Then there are the rooms. Guestrooms and suites will be completely refurbished with a sophisticated mix of natural materials, rich colours, geometric details and oversized comfort.
The transformation will bring two new dining concepts to the hotel: an Argentinian grill and an intimate Italian pasta and wine bar.
Meanwhile, the lobby bar will be transformed into a signature destination of its own - designed as somewhere locals and hotel guests can drop in for a drink, a bite and a little lingering.
Wellness is getting an upgrade, too, with a new state-of-the-art gym, spa and wellness offering, plus a reimagined pool deck designed to embrace Brisbane’s subtropical climate and outdoor lifestyle.
The result? A fresh take on one of Brisbane’s most recognisable hotels that blends Seidler’s architectural legacy with contemporary luxury and the city’s distinctly relaxed, light-filled character.
With works continuing into 2027, the timing is no accident. The reimagined hotel is set to welcome visitors as Brisbane gears up for the 2027 Rugby World Cup and looks towards the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games.
For now, though, InterContinental Brisbane is staying open while its glow-up gets underway.
Keep an eye out for more info coming soon!
