CBD Brisbane, Australia
Renovated
2025
Price
$$$
Rated for
Design Wellness SocialOutside the door
The house
MarriottElectric riverfront funhouse
Vibrant riverside energy takes over the lobby lounge, where bold artwork, layered earth tones, and weekend DJ sets set a playful pace.
“the designers incorporate quiet riparian themes that range from stylised timber river reeds lining the reception staircase to tidal markings…”
What it’s good at
Notable
Interiors feature timber river reed staircases, bold psychedelic carpets, outback-inspired earth tones, and custom Australian artwork.
Notable
AWAY Spa offers vitality pools and steam rooms alongside a 24-hour heated outdoor pool on Level 4.
Notable
Living Room Bar cocktails and the river-facing rooftop pool deck host resident DJ sets throughout the weekend.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
Also in Wallpaper*.
This one is inspired by Queensland from bottom to top, in the design and décor and at the dinner table, too.
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Set along the CBD riverbank, the property offers easy pedestrian access across the bridges to South Bank galleries and central dining.
The rooms
White shiplap walls nod to classic Queenslander architecture, framed by vibrant river views, custom furnishings, and freestanding drum soaking tubs.
The rooftop pool
Bring a swimsuit.
A heated 20-metre pool stretches beneath a bold monochrome canopy, looking out across the river.
The spa and gym
AWAY Spa features twin vitality plunge pools and saunas, and the 24-hour fitness centre is stocked with free weights.
Dogs stay too.
At the table
The Lex grills Southeast Queensland produce beside sweeping river views, and Living Room Bar serves cocktails beneath illuminated displays.
How it began
Opened in 2018 at Brisbane Quarter, the riverfront tower marked W's Australian return, honouring ancestral Turrbal ties to the water.
Good to know
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How we rate hotels.
The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.