Rydges South Bank

4.5 star property

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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.
Step into the vibrant atmosphere of Bacchus, where a stylish reception area welcomes you with a modern design and lush greenery.
Hotel entrance with outdoor seating areas and balconies.
Relax by the illuminated pool surrounded by contemporary buildings with multiple floors and balconies.
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

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

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

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

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

Suite, 1 King Bed

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

Deluxe Twin Room

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(59 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Twin Room

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

Balcony Twin Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

King Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

King Suite

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

River View Balcony Twin Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Balcony King Room

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

River View Balcony King Room

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

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About this property

Rydges South Bank

Luxury Brisbane hotel connected to the convention centre, steps from Queensland Conservatorium
Along with an outdoor pool, this smoke-free hotel has a restaurant and 2 bars/lounges. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, a fitness centre, a poolside bar and a sauna are on-site.
Rydges South Bank offers 304 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and laptop-compatible safes. LCD televisions come with cable channels and pay-per-view films. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include a shower, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Brisbane hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool, a sauna and a fitness centre.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Rydges South Bank's great location gets high marks from our customers. During your stay, you'll be connected to the convention centre and just a quick walk from South Bank Parklands. You'll find features such as free WiFi in public areas, plus 2 bars and an outdoor pool.
  • Free WiFi
  • Enjoy local cuisine while dining at CBD Cafe Bar and Dining
  • Buffet breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Valet parking available for a fee
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Services include babysitting, dry cleaning/laundry and a concierge
  • On-site recreation includes a gym and a sauna
  • Guests really like the accommodation for the overall comfort, spaciousness and cleanliness
  • Steps from Queensland Conservatorium and Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre
Rydges South Bank offers its guests an outdoor pool, a sauna, and a fitness centre. 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 centre 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.

For a fee, guests can enjoy a buffet breakfast daily from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.
CBD Cafe Bar and Dining – This bar specialises in local cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, dinner and light fare. A children's menu is available.
Bacchus South Bank – Overlooking the pool, this restaurant specialises in local cuisine and serves breakfast and lunch. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Open daily.
Soleil Pool Bar – This poolside cocktail bar only serves dinner. Open selected days.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Languages

Dutch, English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site 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

Restaurants on site

  • Bacchus South Bank
  • CBD Cafe Bar and Dining
  • Soleil Pool Bar

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sauna

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • Computer station
  • Conference centre
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • On a river

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
  • Lift
  • 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

More

  • 1 building
  • 12 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1996
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with cable channels
  • Pay films

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
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.50 per cent 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 cots (infant beds)!

Payment types at the property

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: from approximately AUD 44 for adults and from 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 per cent

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

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

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

Rydges South Bank Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 597 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 248 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 90 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 46 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 23 out of 1004 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

8/10 Good

Priscilla

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
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

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

8/10 Good

Leslie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location for our short stay--one of the required pick-ups for the Australian Zoo! good staff
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

SANJAY, DERBY

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025