Top 5 Hotels in Brisbane and Melbourne
At any time of day, views of a city skyline will delight, yet sunset provides particularly breathtaking vistas.
Melbourne and Brisbane both offer robust public transport networks, featuring tourist shuttle services and free tram zones in their city centers, respectively. In Brisbane, options such as eBikes are also available.
Cost of living should be an integral component in your decision between Melbourne and Brisbane. Yes Movers will investigate healthcare expenses, housing costs, and other considerations to help you make an informed choice that fits with your lifestyle needs.
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1. Meriton Suites Herschel Street
Meriton Suites Herschel Street, conveniently situated in the heart of Brisbane, is within walking distance to many of its main landmarks as well as Queensland Police Service Academy and Museum.
Hotel guests can take advantage of a range of modern conveniences, including an in-house bar and free internet access in all areas. There are 260 rooms designed with space and function in mind; some even offering stunning views of Brisbane.
Meriton Suites Herschel Street features self-contained suites equipped with kitchen facilities such as an oven, microwave and refrigerator; flat-screen television; tea and coffee making facilities; bathrooms featuring showers; as well as offering full cleaning service every three days from staff members.
Dine out at Govinda’s Vegetarian Restaurant or discover more of the area with just a short walk – Brisbane Private Hospital and Roma Street Train Station can both be reached easily.
2. The Russell Boutique Hotel
The Russell Boutique Hotel is an impressive property that certainly makes a statement. Formerly a church, its stunning stained glass windows combine perfectly with modern decor and striking new architectural elements. Furthermore, management donates part of each stay to homelessness charities while offering recording space to local podcasters – a feature not found elsewhere!
Rooms are relatively small, yet balanced by large public spaces such as basement nightclubs and rooftop bars with city views designed for social travellers. This trend represents the idea of living like a local where apartments serve only as sleeping quarters while public areas provide most of their entertainment needs.
Upstairs, Pascale Bar & Grill offers an opulent and theatrical dining experience where Executive Chef Paul Griffiths utilizes locally sourced ingredients with creative grills and an extensive wine list. Additionally, breakfast at Pascale offers made-to-order breakfast menu options like an upscale fry up to eggs Benedict or luxurious ham and cheese croissants – so come treat your palate!
3. Eastwood Apartments
Eastwood Apartments are situated in Woolloongabba and provide everything needed for a wonderful city stay. Boasting 4 four-bedroom apartments ideal for families or groups traveling together, each apartment comes equipped with its own private balcony and free parking; each kitchen comes fully-stocked with dishwasher, microwave oven and refrigerator – everything needed for an enjoyable stay in this vibrant city!
These apartments are situated just steps away from Gabba Stadium, home of professional cricket and AFL matches, the Brisbane Entertainment Centre (where live performances can be enjoyed), Botanical Gardens, South Bank Parklands and much more!
Within walking distance are an assortment of restaurants, such as Casa Chow, an energetic bar and restaurant featuring an exciting combination of Chinese and Latino cuisines. For a more relaxed dining experience, Euro Cafe provides Mediterranean fare; Logan Road at Lewis Street 11/12 bus station provides convenient transport connections nearby.
4. The Pullman Melbourne St Kilda
The Pullman Melbourne Albert Park is an upscale dual-branded hotel located next to scenic Albert Park, making it an ideal place from which to experience all that this vibrant city has to offer – from annual Formula-1 racing events to St Kilda’s bustling shopping and restaurant precincts.
The 169 rooms combine modern comfort with tech-savvy connectivity to offer guests a quiet respite from city life. Enjoy movies-on-demand and flat-screen televisions; work desks are provided as well as mini bars.
This property provides a range of premium services, such as an executive floor and meeting rooms. There’s also a wellness centre where guests can unwind in a sauna and hot tub. Plus there’s Windows and Espresso to provide dining options – making exploring Southbank neighborhood easy!
