A Guide to Six Great Brisbane Hotels

It can be hard to choose a hotel when you can't see what you're getting until you arrive. However, if you read the reviews posted online by other travelers, you can get a good idea of the level of service, cleanliness and customer satisfaction provided by a particular hotel. This is a great way to choose a place to stay, and it is how the Brisbane hotels featured in this article were selected.

Located in the center of Surfers Paradise, with shops, restaurants and attractions all around, is the Holiday Inn Surfers Paradise. The hotel has a whirlpool and sauna as well as an outdoor pool and is near the beach. There is a fitness center where you can get a good workout to start your day, or you can challenge someone to a game of tennis. The hotel provides internet access and childcare.

The Brisbane Marriott Hotel is in the center of Brisbane. There are both indoor and outdoor swimming pools as well as a gym. You can really get pampered at this hotel if you take advantage of the spa services. You can get a facial or a massage, or use the steam room. There is a shoe cleaning service, limousine service and childcare is available. The hotel provides high speed internet access. Check out the cocktail lounge for light meals and entertainment.

In the middle of the Gold Coast is the Surfers Paradise Marriott Resort & Spa. This resort offers spectacular views of the Pacific Ocean and is located in the midst of tropical gardens near a salt water lagoon. There are outdoor pools on the grounds as well as a steam bath, sauna and Jacuzzi. Water sports enthusiasts can enjoy surfing, jet skiing, water skiing, diving and sailing. The hotel also offers bowling, golf and tennis. There is a playground and a game room, two bars, two restaurants and a private retreat club.

The old Queensland Government Treasury Building has been converted and now holds the Conrad Treasury Brisbane hotel and the Treasury Casino. This is

definitely not a destination for families on vacation. The Conrad only allows those who are eighteen and over and properly attired to enter. This is a great choice if you enjoy gaming. There are over a hundred gaming tables. The games offered include baccarat, craps, roulette, blackjack, two-up and sic-bo. There are five bars, six restaurants and more than 1000 slot machines in the casino. You can listen to a live band in the evening at the Livewire Bar.

The Mantra South Bank Brisbane is close to the lagoon. Other attractions that are nearby include the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Center and the State Art Gallery. The swimming pool is heated and there is a spa. You can visit the gym for a workout or surf the web using their broadband internet. There are plenty of restaurants in the area to choose from, or you can do your own cooking in the kitchenette in your room.

The Quay West Suites Brisbane is near the airport so it is convenient for business travelers. They also have high speed internet access, which can be accessed from the rooms. There is a whirlpool and outdoor swimming pool for you to relax in. If you need someone to watch your kids so you can go out, the hotel can help with childcare too. There is a restaurant in the hotel and a full kitchenette in every room.

These six hotels are all highly rated by people who have stayed there and reviewed them online. Make your hotel search a little easier by narrowing it down to one of these great Brisbane hotel choices.