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Novotel Brisbane South Bank

38 Cordelia Street, Brisbane, Queensland, 4101

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Nov 24, 2026
Check-out
Nov 26, 2026
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HAPPI EXPERIENCE

The stay, in detail

  • Convenient Location

    Novotel Brisbane South Bank, just steps away from Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre, offers 4-star accommodation with easy access to key landmarks like South Brisbane Station and Queensland Performing Arts Complex.

  • Modern Amenities

    Enjoy a comfortable stay with air-conditioned rooms, flat-screen TVs, and city views in select units. Indulge in room service, breakfast options, and unwind at the fitness centre or the bar.

  • Nearby Attractions

    Explore South Bank Parklands, Suncorp Stadium, and more from this centrally located hotel. With free WiFi and a business centre, Novotel Brisbane South Bank caters to all your needs.

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HAPPI HIGHLIGHTS

  • Great location

  • Friendly staff

  • Comfortable beds

At the hotel

Popular amenities

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  • 24-hour front desk
  • 24-hour security
  • Access to health care professionals
  • Accessible parking
  • Air conditioning
  • Allergy-free room
  • Bar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Breakfast takeaway containers
  • Business center
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Pools & wellness

  • Fence around pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Salt-water pool
  • Swimming pool
  • Swimming pool toys

Dining & drinks

  • Coffee Shop on site
  • Delivered food - securely covered
  • Food delivered to guest room
  • Fruits
  • Kid meals
  • Physical distancing in dining areas
  • Restaurant
  • Sanitized tableware & silverware
  • Snack bar
  • Special diet menus - on request
  • Wine/champagne

Fitness & outdoors

  • Fitness center
  • Fitness facilities
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs

Rooms & comfort

  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • Emergency cord in bathroom
  • Heating
  • Lower bathroom sink
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Soundproof rooms

Safety & cleanliness

  • Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
  • Contactless check-in/check-out
  • Dry cleaning
  • Entertainment staff
  • Fire extinguishers
  • First aid kit available
  • Guest room sealed after cleaning
  • Guest rooms disinfected between stays
  • Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
  • Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Process in place to check health of guests
  • Property cleaned by professional cleaning companies
  • Safety deposit box
  • Screens / Barriers between staff and guests for safety
  • Security alarm
  • Shared stationery like menus, pens are removed
  • Smoke alarms
  • Staff adhere to local safety protocols

Getting around & access

  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Lift / Elevator
  • Parking
  • Parking garage
  • Wheelchair accessible

Guest services

  • Express check-in/check-out
  • Fax/photocopying
  • Invoice provided
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry
  • Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
  • Luggage storage
  • Meeting/banquet facilities

Services & essentials

  • Cashless payment available
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Designated smoking area
  • Face masks for guests available
  • Family rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Higher level toilet
  • Key card access
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Room service
  • Sun umbrellas
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • WiFi available

Review in focus

3,801 reviews
8/ 10
I liked the friendly staff most, followed by the nice interior.
Jordan · family with children · 2026-10-23

The guest experience

9.0out of 10
3801 verified reviews

Loved most

  • Great location
  • Friendly staff
  • Comfortable beds
  • Clean rooms

Worth knowing — Cleanliness issues · Small rooms · Parking concerns

How guests scored the stay

  • Service10.0

    The hotel staff is consistently described as warm and friendly in the reviews.

  • Location9.5

    Great location mentioned multiple times with easy access to attractions.

  • Overall Experience9.5

    Despite some issues, the overall experience is rated positively by multiple reviewers.

  • Value for Money9.0

    Value is mixed; some positives, but some reviewers feel it doesn't match the price paid.

  • Food and Beverage9.0

    The breakfast was noted positively, but there are suggestions for improvement.

  • Room Quality8.5

    Rooms were generally described as comfortable, but some were too small.

  • Amenities8.5

    The presence of facilities like the pool and breakfast is noted positively, though improvements are suggested.

  • Cleanliness8.0

    Multiple reviews mention cleanliness issues, such as dirty rooms and common areas.

Live guest feedback

Guest reviews

Consistent

82% of 11 recent stays rated 8+

9.03801 reviews
  • Great venue, a bit further from the station than expected, but once there you have all you need.

    8/10

    Jordan · family with children · 2026-10-23

    “I liked the friendly staff most, followed by the nice interior.”

  • Guest review

    9/10

    Angela · family with children · 2026-10-18

    “The staff were all very friendly. The room was comfortable and modern.”

  • Great stay - Southbank is a great spot if staying in. Brissy and the Novotel is right on the doorstep of it all

    8/10

    Jamie · couple · 2026-10-17

    “Excellent location - great facilities”

  • Very comfortable and convenient

    8/10

    Philip Mark · couple · 2026-10-13

    “The Bed was very comfortable.”

  • Guest review

    10/10

    Brian · solo traveller · 2026-10-13

    “Location was perfect to the South Bank and Convention centre. Super friendly welcome each time we came through the door and hassle free checkout.”

  • Guest review

    8/10

    Janice · couple · 2026-10-11

    “Easy access and friendly staff”

  • Only one night so was ok, parking was too expensive and spaces to small, no EV charging available.

    8/10

    Barry · solo traveller · 2026-10-11

    “Easy access to Southbank”

  • Pleasant

    5/10

    Xiana · couple · 2026-10-11

    “There was a lot of black mould in the bathroom shower, all of the facilities were shut (restaurant & bar) due to renovations which we weren’t aware of”

  • Had fun

    8/10

    Ruth · solo traveller · 2026-10-10

    “Proximity to Southbank”

  • Business

    7/10

    birkwood · solo traveller · 2026-10-10

    “Location”

  • Guest review

    10/10

    Caitlin · solo traveller · 2026-10-08

    “Food and the room”

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