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Rydges South Bank

4.5 star property
4.5-star luxury hotel near Queensland Conservatorium, connected to the convention center

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Enjoy breathtaking city views from the large window, relax in the comfortable seating area, and unwind with a flat-screen TV.
Relax by the illuminated pool surrounded by contemporary buildings with multiple floors and balconies.
Hotel entrance with outdoor seating areas and balconies.
Step into the vibrant atmosphere of Bacchus, where a stylish reception area welcomes you with a modern design and lush greenery.
Enjoy a panoramic city view from the comfort of this stylish room, featuring a seating area with sofa and armchairs, flat-screen TV, and large window.

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • Pool

Explore the area

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9 Glenelg Street, South Bank, South Brisbane, QLD, 4101
  • Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • South Bank Parklands
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Queensland Performing Arts Centre
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Brisbane, QLD (BNE)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(20 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(9 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed | Living area | LCD TV, pay movies

Suite, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(32 reviews)
  • 646 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Twin Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Twin Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(27 reviews)
  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(60 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Superior Twin Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(30 reviews)
  • 430 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Balcony Twin Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

King Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

King Suite

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

River View Balcony Twin Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Balcony King Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

River View Balcony King Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Brisbane

City center stay.With a stay at this South Brisbane hotel, you'll be steps from Queensland Conservatorium and Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre. South Bank Parklands and South Bank Lifestyle Market are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • South Bank Parklands - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Queensland Performing Arts Centre - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • XXXX Brewery - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Suncorp Stadium - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

  • South Brisbane Station - 5 min walk
  • Brisbane Airport (BNE) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Max Brenner Chocolate Bar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Charming Squire - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Ahmet's Licenced Turkish Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Plough Inn Tavern - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Ole Restaurant - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Rydges South Bank

4.5-star luxury hotel near Queensland Conservatorium, connected to the convention center
Rydges South Bank offers its guests an outdoor pool, a sauna, and a fitness center. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 2 bars/lounges and a poolside bar. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

Business amenities include a 24-hour business center and meeting rooms. Multilingual staff, tour/ticket assistance, and concierge services are also featured at the luxury Rydges South Bank. Parking is available for a fee.

This 4.5-star Brisbane hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 304 guestrooms or units
  • 12 levels
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Meeting rooms
  • 0 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 1996
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Conference center
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
Rydges South Bank offers 304 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and laptop-compatible safes. LCD televisions come with cable channels and pay movies. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Brisbane hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

Dutch, English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

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  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
4.4 out of 5, Excellent, 1,005 reviews
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Aug 17 - Aug 18
Total includes taxes and fees
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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • In-room crib
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Valet parking on site (AUD 55 per night)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: AUD 44 for adults and AUD 25 for children
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sauna

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with cable channels
  • Pay movies

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone
  • Recycling

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.50 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 60.0 per night.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: AUD 100 per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately AUD 44 for adults and AUD 25 for children
  • Valet parking fee: AUD 55 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 60.0 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.50 percent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, debit cards, and cash.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

National rating

This property has been awarded a star rating from the Australian Star Ratings Agency, Star Ratings Australia.

Property is also known as

Rydges Bank
Rydges Bank Hotel
Rydges Bank Hotel South
Rydges South
Rydges South Bank
South Bank Rydges
Rydges South Bank Hotel South Brisbane
Rydges South Bank Hotel
Rydges South Bank South Brisbane

Frequently asked questions

How close is Rydges South Bank to the airport?

Rydges South Bank is 12.2 mi (25-min drive) away from the Brisbane Airport (BNE) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Rydges South Bank have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Rydges South Bank.

How close is Rydges South Bank to the beach?

This hotel is 19.4 mi (34-min drive) from Shorncliffe Beach.

Does Rydges South Bank offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Rydges South Bank, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of AUD 44 for adults and AUD 25 for children. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Rydges South Bank?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Treasury Casino (13-min walk) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Rydges South Bank?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Rydges South Bank?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Valet parking is available for AUD 55 per night.

Does Rydges South Bank have a pool?

Rydges South Bank features an outdoor pool.

Does Rydges South Bank have a restaurant?

Rydges South Bank is home to CBD Cafe Bar and Dining, which features local cuisine and light fare.

Does Rydges South Bank have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Rydges South Bank to downtown Brisbane?

Rydges South Bank is 0.6 mi away from Brisbane.

Rydges South Bank Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 597 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 248 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 91 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 46 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 23 out of 1005 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
NA
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean room, Good service & food. Bathroom could do with an update. Leaky shower with slow drain & sink tap not compatible with basin unable to fit hands under running tap. Good location no major issues.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Priscilla

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rating: 3/5 We recently stayed at Rydges Southbank and while the overall stay was great, our check-in experience left a lot to be desired. We arrived to a long line and only one staff member checking in guests. Opted for self check-in which was thankfully smooth. Unfortunately, the requested baby cot (confirmed months in advance) wasn’t in the room. When we followed up, Declan at reception dismissed it, claiming nothing was on the booking—even when we offered to show proof. He then hung up. After over 3 hours, multiple ignored calls, and no follow-up as promised, we were left with a tired 5-month-old well past bedtime and no safe sleep solution. We were even asked what we thought was a suitable solution, which felt like pressure to accept something unsafe. Eventually, after walking down to reception again, we were told a cot was on the way—finally delivered close to 9pm. No apologies, just attitude. That said, the rest of our stay was lovely. Huge thanks to Sandy in guest services who quickly brought extra towels and made the kids’ bath time a highlight. Would consider staying again, but the check-in and cot situation really needs attention.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My husband and I stayed with our two toddlers for two nights over the Easter long weekend. The front desk and concierge staff were attentive and helpful. Our room was spacious, clean, and had all the creature comforts we could have wanted. The location is brilliant—perfect for accessing all the highlights of South Bank. The buffet breakfast was a hit with the whole family, and the staff in the restaurant were also exceptional. The only downside to our stay was the size of the pool, which was quite small. Overall, highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Arlette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
The stream cast kept kicking my device off, very frustrating, no sun loungers around the pool, pool a bit small for such a large motel, the view from my room was terrible, could hear the people next door so clearly it felt like they were in my room. Only saving grace was the staff who were incredibly helpful, friendly and professional.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Jo

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was expecting more for a premium room but it was alot like every other room. The staff were amazing. The prices for the mini bar were extremely unreasonable.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Charlotte

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great, but sheets were rough
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Petra

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location and great room with fantastic view
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice overnight stay before a flight the next day. Great location near train station and lots of shops and restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luke, Hughesdale

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, easy walk to city or transport. Room was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rosina

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful huge modern room, very clean and tidy. Helpful staff, great location
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A luxurious hotel located in a convenient location of South Bank. Rooms are clean and spacious.

10/10 Excellent

Damian

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent service from the very friendly staff. Brilliant location and great facilities.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Will stay again, room was clean and spacious.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Extremely pleasant stay, very quiet, the bed was really comfortable, great food. I would happily stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place to stay in south bank
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Its a great location , heaps to do , staff are great , rooms are a good size
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The suite room we had was well equipped for a stay- spacious, reasonable view towards Brisbane CBD, smart bathroom, lots of cupboards and drawers, mini kitchen facility and very comfortable bed. However, I would mention that the pillows and bedding sheeting were poor condition. Pillows slumped in the middle and sheeting too short. Overall, a good facility.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Marie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was our second time staying at Rydges Southbank and both times we have stayed 2 nights and happy with our stay. Its very central to get around southbank and walk over to the city and the valet parking was convenient although a bit expensive for us. The beds are comfortable, warm with ample pillows, its easy to find our way around and the buffet breakfast was the highlight! There was some loud music within the building from about 7pm onwards, im not sure if it was from a function or another room but it made it hard to stay asleep which was annoying. The staff are friendly, helpful and very accommodating. I would recommend you get a room with a balcony as its nice to get some fresh air and take in the views of the city and river, even though some of the view is blocked by the building in front. Overall a great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

tracee

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed as was close to the convention centre. Would go back. Short walk to restaurants
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fabulous accomodation close to everything

A fabulous place to stay. Very comfortable rooms, friendly staff and a great location. Bed was very comfortable and the Suite was spacious.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Gerard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rodney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Professor John

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025