Most travellers are hard-pressed turning down an in-room spa bath, especially when it looks fit for Cleopatra or Julius Caesar. Often the scene of a romantic night complete with champagne and strawberries, spa baths add a touch of opulence to any Brisbane holiday.
Considered somewhat of a rare luxury, in-room spa baths, or Jacuzzis, are still quite difficult to find, even in big cities such as Brisbane. Many of our 26 million-plus Australian visitors each year, however, are looking for that exact amenity. With this in mind, we’ve put together a list of the 12 most popular Brisbane hotels with spa baths, along with some tips for a romantic date in the city.
When visiting Brisbane, don’t let the night end with dinner. Instead, cosy up with bubbles, chocolate and a special someone by choosing a hotel with the best spa amenities.
Brisbane CBD Hotels
Royal on the Park
One of Brisbane’s most iconic hotels, Royal on the Park is a symbol of elegance, traditional luxury and unforgettable service. The hotel’s 153 rooms all enjoy breathtaking views of the CBD, Brisbane River or the nearby City Botanic Gardens. A highly-sought dining venue in its own right, the on-site Walnut Restaurant Brisbane wonderfully sets the scene for romantic nights under Egyptian chandeliers.
There are four Spa Suites and three Executive Suites at Royal on the Park, which all boast deep spa baths along with other opulent amenities. Tucked in softly-lit bathrooms, these spas cradle guests with rejuvenating jets and a serene ambience. The top-floor Executive Suite also features a walk-in robe and a six-seater dining table.
Star Rating: 4.5*
Price: A$83 – A$274
Guest Rating: 8.9
Address: 152 Alice St, Brisbane City, Brisbane, Australia
Brisbane Marriott Hotel
The Presidential and Executive suites at Brisbane Marriott Hotel are exceptional five-star high-rise accommodations with king-size beds, mini kitchens, separate lounge rooms and most importantly, glamorous whirlpool spas. Set within a stylish marble-tiled bathroom, these spas are a private sanctuary where many bottles of champagne have been enjoyed.
Along with river or city views, the two suites grant visitors access to the hotel’s Executive Lounge, which offers complimentary breakfast, business services, and evening canapes and drinks. Enjoy some time out with a treatment package at the Dome Spa Retreat, swim in the undercover pool or simply take a stroll to one of the many sights, shops or restaurants nearby.
Star Rating: 5*
Price: A$91 – A$393
Guest Rating: 8.9
Address: 515 Queen St, Brisbane City, Brisbane, Australia
Novotel Brisbane
Occupying a convenient block in Brisbane’s CBD, Novotel makes life easy with healthy in-room dining options, leisure facilities such as a gym and sauna, and chic guest rooms with all the necessary mod cons. You’re also just metres from the city’s best dining, shopping and entertainment including live music, museums in the area and the historic Treasury Casino.
For those looking for that extra in-room treat, book the Executive Suite, which possesses a large spa bath with not only numerous jets but also a rain showerhead. There’s also free in-room yoga, a private balcony with city views, a work desk and a heavenly king-size bed.
Star Rating: 4.5*
Price: A$59 – A$409
Guest Rating: 8.6
Address: 200 Creek St, Brisbane City, Brisbane, Australia
Pullman Brisbane King George Square
Out of the 210 guestrooms at Pullman Brisbane King George Square, it’s the One-Bedroom Spa and Pullman Prince George suites that have put this sophisticated hotel on Cupid’s radar. Surrounded by light and dark marble, the spa baths in these rooms create a peaceful and exclusive atmosphere by way of high-end bath products, silky-soft bath-robes and a window overlooking the city.
If visitors can manage to pull themselves out of the spa bath, they’ll discover more subtle luxuries in and outside their suite, such as the Executive Lounge, which serves free breakfast each morning. Ideal for business trips as well as romantic escapes, Pullman Brisbane also claims the city’s largest hotel conference facilities, state-of-the-art technology and a rooftop pool with its own bar.
Star Rating: 5*
Price: A$80 – A$282
Guest Rating: 8.9
Address: Cr Ann and Roma St, Brisbane City, Brisbane, Australia
The Great Southern Hotel Brisbane
The Great Southern Hotel Brisbane offers comfortable living with flat-screen TVs, free Wi-Fi, an onsite gym and pool, and the Strait Cafe, which dishes up some of the city’s best Aussie cuisine. Close to Brisbane’s main attractions and shopping outlets, such as Queen Street Mall and South Bank, this hotel treats leisure and business travellers alike to a convenient and memorable stay.
No room at The Great Southern Hotel Brisbane is quite as unforgettable as the Deluxe Suite King View with Spa. This incredible boudoir has a step-up spa bath surrounded by mirrors right across the room from the king-size bed. Visitors can even soak up a view of the Brisbane River while neck deep in warm bubbles.
Star Rating: 4*
Price: A$140 – A$220
Guest Rating: 8.0
Address: 103 George St, Brisbane City, Brisbane, Australia
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Fortitude Valley Hotels
TRYP Fortitude Valley
One of Brisbane’s newest hotel offerings, TRYP is a funky and innovative take on modern accommodation. This street art-themed hotel is a chic inner-city residence for Millennial business travellers, romantic couples, and groups of friends. Its Fortitude Valley locale is close to Brisbane’s finest restaurants and clubs, boutique shops, Chinatown, and theatres.
Along with a gym, library and rooftop bar, TRYP serves up contemporary suites with in-room entertainment such as free Wi-Fi and an iPod docking station. Visitors can decide early on whether they’re an inside or alfresco kind of bather, before choosing between either the King with Outdoor Spa or the King with Indoor Spa. Regardless, both spas fuel the flames with added wine, cheese and even hamburgers.
Star Rating: 4.5*
Price: A$82 – A$371
Guest Rating: 9.2
Address: 14/20 Constance St, Fortitude Valley, Brisbane, Australia
Emporium Hotel
Brisbane’s Emporium Hotel effortlessly blends exotic appeal with sophisticated living. Located within the renowned Emporium retail, dining and entertainment precinct, this boutique hotel sets a high standard for convenience and luxury. It exudes New York character with its rooftop lap pool, cocktail bar, patisserie, sauna, traditional high tea and exquisite room design.
Visitors will feel like a movie star in the King Spa Suite, an elegant abode with his-and-her bathrobes, plasma TV, kitchenette and, of course, the opulent spa bath. Up the ante on a romantic holiday by booking the Enchanted Evening package. This includes candles and rose petals, a bottle of champagne, full breakfast for two and a 1pm checkout, offering plenty of time for some late-morning canoodling.
Star Rating: 5*
Price: A$122 – A$398
Guest Rating: 9.4
Address: 1000 Ann St, Fortitude Valley, Brisbane, Australia
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Hamilton Hotels
Brisbane Riverview Hotel
This rather unassuming hotel lives up to its name, delivering uninterrupted views of the Brisbane River. The Hamilton locale offers enough separation from the inner-city hustle, while still making it cost-friendly to venture in among the bright lights. Hamilton also boasts its own gems for a special night out, such as the historic Breakfast Creek Hotel, popular Eat Street Markets, and Portside Wharf’s restaurants and dessert bars.
Both the River Spa Suite and 7th-floor Kingsford Smith Suite feature a deep spa bath with room for two. It overlooks a tranquil vista of sailboats on the Brisbane River, also seen from the bedroom. Natural sunlight streaming through the window makes this spa ideal for both day and night dips. There’s also an onsite pool with a rock waterfall, and a charming bar with antique furnishings.
Star Rating: 5*
Price: A$75 – A$250
Guest Rating: 8.9
Address: Cnr Kingsford Smith Dr & Hunt St, Hamilton, Brisbane, Australia
Quality Inn Airport Heritage
Close to the airport, Brisbane CBD and Portside Wharf dining, Quality Inn Airport Heritage brings the best of all worlds while housing guests in a range of serviced apartments and deluxe and executive suites. This modest hotel is more affordable than most, yet still features all the necessary elements for a memorable holiday, such as a restaurant and bar, room service, and a pool encased in lush tropical gardens.
Each room comes with its own balcony overlooking gardens and a tantalising spa bath with frosted glass windows. Bring the entire family along, as the expansive apartments can accommodate up to six people, and feature a patio or courtyard, full kitchen and laundry facilities.
Star Rating: 4*
Price: A$85 – A$211
Guest Rating: 7.7
Address: 620 Kingsford Smith Dr, Hamilton, Brisbane, Australia
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Woolloongabba Hotels
Best Western Plus Hotel Diana
Brisbane’s southern side is worth a visit, and there’s no better place for visitors to base themselves than the dapper Best Western Plus Hotel Diana. Highlighted by an Asian-style bath house and a restaurant with a private fountain courtyard, this Woolloongabba hotel has a welcoming charisma.
Diana Plaza is also in a great position for sports fans planning to see a cricket or AFL game at the Gabba, or artsy types interested in the local museums and galleries. Be sure to check into the One-Bedroom Spa Suite to take advantage of the oversized step-up spa bath, which takes up almost the entire bathroom. Visitors will find plenty of reasons to eat, drink and lounge in the glorious tub.
Star Rating: 4*
Price: A$65 – A$195
Guest Rating: 7.5
Address: 12 Annerley Rd, Woolloongabba, Brisbane, Australia
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Boondall Hotels
Brisbane International Virginia
Those who prefer the quiet suburbs will find the desired remedy at Brisbane International Virginia. Tucked away in Brisbane’s northern suburbs among 2.4 hectares of tropical gardens, this hotel is the perfect place to escape the doldrums of everyday life.
A range of villas, apartments, and deluxe rooms accommodate a variety of travellers and group sizes. However, the Deluxe Queen Spa is the one to target if the itinerary calls for indulging in some late-night bubbles and chocolate. Outside the room, visitors find a resort-style pool with sun loungers and the Rocklily Restaurant and Bar serving delicious Aussie cuisine.
Star Rating: 4*
Price: A$47 – A$196
Guest Rating: 8.4
Address: Cnr Sandgate Road & Zillmere Road, Boondall, Brisbane, Australia
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Northgate Hotels
Comfort Inn & Suites Northgate Airport
One of Brisbane’s best hotels close to the airport, Comfort Inn and Suites also places visitors in prime position for Brisbane’s exciting horse racing carnivals, concerts at Boondall Entertainment Centre and day trips to the Sunshine Coast. Get pampered in one of the hotel’s spa apartments, which, along with a rejuvenating spa bath, come with a modern kitchen, private deck and expansive living room.
The Cafe Getaway Bar and Bistro dishes up classic seafood and juicy steaks next to a lagoon-style garden. There are also excellent facilities for business travellers including soundproofed conference rooms and audio-visual equipment.
Star Rating: 4*
Price: A$84 – A$305
Guest Rating: 7.9
Address: Cnr Sandgate Road & Zillmere Road, Boondall, Brisbane, Australia
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Brisbane’s Top Romantic Activities
It may not be the most obvious choice for a romantic getaway, but Brisbane can still fan the flames with secluded spots, candle-lit restaurants, and fun activities. Here are the five best excursions for a romantic day or night.
1. Mt Coot-tha at Night
If there’s a view of Brisbane that can’t be matched, it’s the one from the top of Mt Coot-tha. This iconic Brissy landmark is a short drive, or a two-hour walk for those active couples, uphill until the famous lookout with a cafe, restaurant and grassy area for throwing down a picnic blanket.
Pack a basket full of wine, cheese and chocolate, and head up to the lookout around sunset. Visitors can settle in and watch the city flicker to life while cosying up to their loved ones. Splurge on a table at Summit Restaurant & Bar or save those dollars for an ice cream from the cafe.
2. Kayaking, Rock Climbing and a Steak Dinner
It may sound more like a boys’ weekend, but for active couples the Riverlife facilities at Kangaroo Point provide the perfect day out for bonding and adventure. A range of activities are available during the day such as abseiling and climbing Kangaroo Point Cliffs, stand-up paddleboarding, kayaking the river, and Segway tours along the riverside boardwalks.
A 90-minute kayak excursion coupled with a romantic dinner under a marquee by the water gives visitors one of Brisbane’s most superb vacation combinations. Expect buckets of fresh king prawns on Friday and a traditional Aussie barbeque on Saturday, along with chilled beer, wine and soft drinks.
3. Love among the Clouds
If visitors have time and a little more money, they can forget about dinner and a movie and instead take to the sky in a hot-air balloon or scenic helicopter flight. Both are available just outside of the city and can show a whole new world of offshore islands, city skyscrapers and breathless countryside.
Wake up early for the City and Country Balloon Flight and a champagne breakfast for unforgettable scenery from Brisbane all the way to the scenic rim; certainly a worthwhile venture. Visitors might even find time to say those four life-changing words while they’re up there.
4. Meet the Locals
Take a leisurely ferry ride down the Brisbane River to Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary, where friendly koalas, chirping native birds, dingoes, platypuses and even Tasmanian devils greet guests. One of Australia’s more interactive animal environments, Lone Pine presents opportunities to get up close to many of its animals.
Take a couple’s shot with a cuddly koala, feed kangaroos in an open park, stand close to huge emus and watch birds of prey perform incredible aerial feats. Visitors walk away with plenty of memories and a greater appreciation for Australian wildlife.
5. Market Delights
From morning until late at night, Brisbane delivers fantastic markets for shoppers, music lovers and foodies. Definitely don’t miss the Eat Street Markets, which are set along the Brisbane River. Eat Street houses an eclectic collection of artisan goods, crafty brewers, talented musicians and delicious treats including the cronut.
Boundary Street, in West End, also welcomes its share of excellent markets each month. The most prominent are the Boundary Street Markets where visitors will find hundreds of local growers, artists, and designers selling unique and beloved products.
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Which Brisbane hotel is your perfect romantic getaway?
So there are Brisbane’s most popular hotels with in-room spa baths all lined in a row. As visitors will see, four and five-star hotels go hand in hand with in-room spas, ensuring that guests can indulge in added luxuries as well.
Whether visitors have their set on staying in the city, need a hotel close to the airport or prefer to get lost in the leafy suburbs, Brisbane is one city happy to accommodate all types of travellers. We’ve done the research and found some of the perfect hotels to get pampered, so all visitors need to do is simply pick one for their next romantic holiday.
Have you stayed in one of these hotels before? What’s your must-have amenity when planning a romantic getaway?
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