BRISBANE : HERE & NOW
Want to stay a while ?
New hotels have been popping up in Brisbane faster than COVID testing stations . Okay , well maybe not quite that fast but they ’ ve been quick !
Such is the confidence from developers and hoteliers that Brisbane will be THE place to hold meetings and events in 2022 that , despite the many challenges , they ’ ve forged ahead with activity . Opening soon are Voco Brisbane ( April , 2022 ), Indigo Brisbane ( Mid-2022 ), and the $ 3.6b Queen Wharf integrated resort remains on track for a 2023 debut .
Current offerings and some old favourites that should whet the appetite of event and business travel-starved planners and their attendees include :
Hotel X Fortitude Valley ( opposite page ) Brisbane ’ s newest 5-star luxury hotel that opened in February 2021 , showcases iconic art , avant-garde lighting and irresistible textures , with each of Hotel X ’ s 146 rooms exuding splendour , sophistication and style . The rooftop pool , bar and restaurant is the valley ’ s most coveted destination to drink , dine and take a dip , surrounded by panoramic views of the city .
The Calile Hotel Located in Fortitude Valley ’ s trendy James Street precinct , The Calile has been designed to provide a serene escape with feel-good vibes . It celebrates the city ’ s climate , character and love for the outdoors . The Calile has 175 generous rooms , including nine suites and two premier suites , with most rooms offering individual balconies or terraces and the latest technology for added creature comforts .
Crystalbrook Vincent Formerly The Fantauzzo , the 166-room Crystalbrook Vincent is described as “ brave , bold and bursting with energy ” with its design following an environmentally conscious # ResponsibleLuxury philosophy . Guests are invited to embrace its dynamic designs and sustainable amenities topped off with over 500 prints by acclaimed Australian artist Vincent Fantauzzo . Step outside and you can soak in the atmosphere of Howard Smith Wharves and its dining and entertainment options .
W Brisbane ( below ) One of only two W Hotels in Australia , this five-star hotel perched in the heart of Brisbane ’ s CBD on the water ’ s edge takes design cues from Aussie flora and fauna , Queensland classics and the Brisbane River . The super trendy 312-room hotel is a playful nod to the city ’ s laidback vibe with plenty of amenities for late-night activities with two bars , and the much-loved culinary crew behind Three Blues Ducks serving up vibrant , seasonal , paddockto-plate dining from morning until late at the signature restaurant . You want a suite for your VIPs ? W Brisbane has the most in town , with 29 in total .
Hyatt Regency This five-star hotel is located adjacent to the Queen Street Mall in Brisbane ’ s central business district and exudes relaxation for the business or leisure traveller . The hotel features 292 guest rooms , dining experiences , flexible meeting space , plus a rooftop infinity pool with a bar and lounge .
The Inchcolm by Ovolo Perched above Brisbane ’ s CBD , guests can retreat , rendezvous , revel or all the above at this neo-Georgiandesigned boutique-style 50-room property . It ’ s home to a world full of tiny treasures , curiosities and eclectic art pieces and is just five minutes ’ walk from the heart of the city . S
Summer Issue 2021 | Executive PA 27