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Emporium Hotel

Emporium Hotel

Emporium Hotel South Bank is an exquisite boutique hotel that is the absolute jewel in the crown of Brisbane hotels

For those times when you need a break but don't want to travel far then take a staycation in Brisbane at one of these great hotels and guest houses. Here you can play tourist in your own city, discovering new neighbourhoods and hidden gems, without the hassle of getting there and home:

Fortitude Valley

Rydges

Rydges Hotel brings a hip ‘city meets country’ style of accommodation to the bustling Brisbane Showgrounds precinct

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Fortitude Valley

M & A Apartments

M & A Apartments are a low key minimalist chic hotel alternative in an unbeatable Fortitude Valley location.

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Fortitude Valley

Alex Perry Hotel & Apartments

Alex Perry Hotel & Apartments is Brisbane’s best kept secret – a stunning boutique apartment hotel in a fantastic Fortitude Valley location

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New Farm

Heal House

Heal House is a magnificent historic Queenslander with just three luxury suites tucked away in a quiet New Farm Street

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Fortitude Valley

The Constance

The Constance is the quintessential Fortitude Valley hotel, a boutique establishment with state-of-the art rooms

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Brisbane

Macarthur Chambers Hotel

This elegant apartment hotel occupies the building that played a pivotal role in World War II, as the chief headquarters of US General Douglas MacArthur.

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Top Things To Do In Brisbane This Week

Night Feast

Brisbane’s dazzling culinary festival Night Feast is shifting seasons this year

Jul 29 - Aug 23

LUMINOUS Lantern Parade 2026

Much-loved LUMINOUS Lantern Parade returns to South Bank Parklands

Jul 31

International Cake Show Australia

The world’s greatest Baking & Sugar Craft Carnival is set to take over Brisbane

Jul 31 - Aug 2

International Cake Show Workshops & Mini Classes

For anyone with an interest in baking or decorating

Jul 31 - Aug 2

GreazeFest 2026

GreazeFest is back for 3 huge days of music, cars and kulture!

Jul 31 - Aug 2

Queensland Fringe Festival

Queensland Fringe hits the road this August with music, art, food and adventure.

Aug 1–7

Rogue Chef

Chef Anthony Healy brings bold flavours and unforgettable dining to Queensland Fringe.

Aug 1-7

GATHAA First Nations Markets

Experience the creativity, culture and community of First Nations makers

Aug 1-2

Tweed Equestrian Queensland International Three Day Event

Experience three days of world-class equestrian sport

Jul 31 - Aug 2

GreazeFest 2026

GreazeFest, the iconic hot rod and rockabilly festival, is back for three huge days of cool cars, live music and kustom kulture

GreazeFest 2026

MUST DO

International Cake Show Australia

From full day workshops to mini decorating classes, there's something for everyone at the International Cake Show Australia

International Cake Show Australia

THIS WEEKEND

Top Things to Do July 24-26

James St Food & Wine Trail returns, QAGOMA's Drawing Festival begins, a vibrant arts trail on the Sunshine Coast, a must-visit new patisserie and a new Sicilian-style family trattoria

This Weekend July 24-26

COMING UP

What's On in August in Brisbane

From Greazefest, The Gospel According to Paul, The Music of Barbra Streisand and Peaks to Points Festival to whale watching, the top things to do in August in and around Brisbane

Wjat's on in August

DINING DESTINATION

Sipping and Snacking on King St

King Street has become one of Brisbane's premier dining destinations, serving up everything from award-winning restaurants and global flavours to casual eats, cocktails and decadent desserts

Sipping and Snacking on King St

BEST OF BRISBANE

50+ Best Restaurants in Brisbane

Looking for the best restaurants in Brisbane? Then check out this guide for the must-do dining experiences from the city to the suburbs

Best Restaurants in Brisbane

Best Of Brisbane

Brisbane's Best 50 Bars

Whether you're after breezy drinks by the river, a stiff whiskey in an underground bar, a cosy laneway hideaway or a rooftop with views, here's 50 of Brisbane's best bars

Best Bars in Brisbane

A Spectacular Barbra Streisand Tribute Hits QPAC