Are you looking for the best hotels near Brisbane Airport? This article covers some great accommodation near Brisbane Airport for all budgets and travel styles.
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If you’re spending the night in Brisbane before or after a flight, you’re probably after recommendations for hotels near the Brisbane Airport. So where are the best airport hotels in Brisbane?
First, it’s important to note that Brisbane Airport is around 20 km northeast of the city centre. So, if you want to be close to the airport, a hotel in the Brisbane city centre isn’t ideal as it’s a bit of a drive to the terminal.
There aren’t many hotels at Brisbane International Airport, nor are there many hotels at Brisbane Domestic Airport – but there are a few. Generally, you’ll find that most airport hotels Brisbane has are a short drive or train ride away from the airport. This is certainly true if you’re looking for the cheapest accommodation near Brisbane Airport.
To help you choose the best hotel near Brisbane Airport or one of the hotels in Brisbane Airport, this guide provides all the information you need to make the right choice. It covers the hotel’s distance from the terminal, the hotel facilities and anything else you may need to know.
So let’s get started and find you the best Brisbane accommodation close to the airport.
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BEST HOTELS NEAR BRISBANE MAP
From the map below, you can see the location of each hotel Brisbane Airport has as well as hotels in Brisbane near the airport, which are covered in this guide.
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BEST HOTELS NEAR BRISBANE AIRPORT OVERVIEW
Below is a super quick overview of each Airport Brisbane hotel as well as accommodation in Brisbane near the airport that is covered in this guide. You can use this overview to quickly determine the perfect airport hotel Brisbane has for your needs.
For a more comprehensive review, keep reading below.
| Hotel | Distance to International / Domestic Terminal | Distance to Nearest Train Station | 850 m to the Domestic Airport station | Hotel Facilities | Check Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ibis | 2.1 km / 800 m on foot | 850 m to the Domestic Airport station | Studio rooms accommodating up to 2 people Tea & coffee | Parking Restaurant Bar | Check Price |
| Pullman | 2.1 km / 800 m on foot | 850 m to the Domestic Airport station | Studio rooms accommodating between 2 – 4 people Tea & coffee | Pool Parking Restaurant Bar Gym | Check Price |
| Novotel | 3.5 km / 5.7 km | 3.3 km to Toombul or 3.5 km to International Airport station | Studio rooms accommodating up to 4 people Tea & coffee | Parking Restaurant Bar Gym | Check Price |
| Ibis Budget | 5 km / 8 km | 2.4 km to Doomben or Hendra station | Studio rooms accommodating up to 2 people Tea & coffee | Free parking Laundry | Check Price |
| Link Portside | Pool Free Parking Laundry BBQ facilities | 5 km / 8 km | 1 & 2 Bedroom self-contained apartments | Pool Free Parking Laundry Free airport drop off | Check Price |
| Alcyone | 8.6 km / 11 km | 1.3 km to Doomben station | 1 & 2 Bedroom self-contained apartments | Pool Gym Room service Restaurant Parking | Check Price |
| Airport Clayfield | 8.6 km / 10.8 km | 160 m to Clayfield station | Studio rooms accommodating up to 5 people Tea / coffee microwave | 1.3 km to Doomben station | Check Price |
| Hampton Court Apartments | 6.8 km / 10.4 km | 450 m to Albion station | 2 Bedroom self-contained apartments | Pool Free Parking Bar Restaurant Free breakfast BBQ facilities | Check Price |
| Best Western | 8.8 km / 12 km | 80 m to Doomben station | Studio rooms accommodating up to 4 people Kitchenette | Pool Free Parking Laundry | Check Price |
| Kingsford Smith Motel | 7 km / 10 km | 850 m to Doomben station | Studio rooms accommodating up to 5 people Tea / coffee | Pool Free parking Laundry | Check Price |
WHERE TO STAY NEAR BRISBANE AIRPORT
Before we look at the accommodation near the Airport Brisbane has to offer, let’s talk briefly about the best area to stay in.
As mentioned in the introduction, Brisbane Airport is 20 km from the city centre. So if you want to stay at the closest hotel to Brisbane Airport, staying in the city centre isn’t ideal.
If you plan on staying in Brisbane for a while, booking a hotel in the city centre makes sense. You will be able to explore the city either before or after your flight.
But if you’re just staying a night before or after your flight, you’ll probably not want to explore the city much. Plus, as these hotels are further away from the airport, getting to and from the hotel will cost you more.
There aren’t many hotels at Brisbane Airport – there are two at the Domestic Airport, but unfortunately, there isn’t even one hotel at Brisbane Airport International Terminal. However, there are plenty of hotels and motels near Brisbane Airport, which are just a short drive or train ride away.
If you don’t stay at one of the hotels Brisbane Airport has, then other options include staying along the Brisbane River in the suburb of Hamilton or Ascot. It’s just a 10 minute drive from Hamilton to either the Domestic or International Airport.
If you plan on taking the train to and from the airport, then choose a motel near Brisbane Airport in the suburbs, such as Albion or Clayfield. These areas are also perfect for those after a cheap hotel near Brisbane Airport.
BEST HOTELS IN BRISBANE NEAR THE AIRPORT
After hours of research and exploring, I’ve shortlisted 10 of the best Brisbane Airport hotels and hotels close to the Brisbane Airport.
Ibis Brisbane Airport
The Ibis is a comfortable, well equipped 3 star hotel and it is the closest hotel to Brisbane International Airport terminal.
It takes 11 minutes to walk to the Domestic Terminal from the hotel and 29 minutes to the International Terminal. The hotel also offers a shuttle bus for guests. The Brisbane city centre is a 20 minute drive away.
The hotel has a bar, a restaurant, a 24 hour front desk and free WiFi. Breakfast is available for an additional charge.
Compact studio style rooms sleep 2 people in twin or queen beds. Each room has a desk, a TV plus tea and coffee making facilities. There is a walk-in shower in the ensuite.
What’s to love?
This Brisbane airport hotel is perfect for travellers who want to stay close to the airport and avoid taking a taxi or public transport to and from the airport.
What’s not to love?
There are limited dining options nearby, so you either need to eat on site or at the airport – although you can use Uber Eats. Also, parking on site is expensive, costing $40 a day.
Summary
If you’re only staying for one night before or after your flight, this Brisbane Airport accommodation is a good choice. It offers comfortable accommodation, good amenities and easy, fast access to the airport.
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Pullman Brisbane Airport
If you’re looking for 5 star hotels near Brisbane Airport, check out the stylish Pullman Hotel. It is also one of the closest hotels to the airport terminal.
The hotel is an 11 minute walk from the Domestic Terminal and a 30 minute walk from the International Terminal. The hotel offers guests an airport shuttle service if you don’t fancy dragging your luggage on a walk.
Beige toned classic style rooms sleep up to 4 people in 2 double beds or 2 in a king size bed. Each room has a safe, a TV, tea and coffee making facilities and a minibar. There is a shower in the ensuite and some double rooms also offer a bathtub.
The Pullman Hotel has an outdoor pool, a gym, fee paying parking and free WiFi. Plane spotters will love the restaurant overlooking the runway. Breakfast is available for an additional fee.
What’s to love?
This hotel is one of the closest hotels to Brisbane Airport. Plus, it is one of the few hotels near Brisbane Airport with shuttle service facilities for guests.
What’s not to love?
The rooms are comfortable though standard in size, decor and furnishings. If you’re driving, parking fees are expensive at $40 a day.
Summary
The Pullman Brisbane Airport is convenient for both airport terminals and has everything you need for a comfortable, relaxing stay. Although it is more expensive than other hotels in this article, it is good value for money for a 5 star hotel.
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Novotel Brisbane Airport
Novotel Brisbane Airport is a 5 minute drive from the International Terminal and a 7 minute drive from the Domestic Terminal. The hotel offers guests a free airport shuttle.
If you don’t use the shuttle, self driving or a taxi is the best way to reach the airport, as public transport involves multiple changes.
For a wide range of dining options, Portside Wharf is a 10 minute drive or taxi ride. Alternatively, you can pick up food at the Direct Factory Outlets shopping centre and Skygate mall (which has a 24 hour Woolworths). The mall is just 150 metres from the hotel.
Novotel Brisbane Airport has a rooftop swimming pool, a 24 hour front desk, a bar, a restaurant, a gym and a spa. A buffet breakfast is available for an additional fee.
Comfortable rooms sleep 2 people in a king size bed or up to 4 people in 2 double beds. Each room has a desk, a minibar, tea and coffee making facilities and a TV. Standard ensuites have a shower.
Suites have a separate living room with sofas and TV, plus a bathtub in the ensuite.
What’s to love?
The Novotel has great amenities, a free airport shuttle and shops, cafes and restaurants a short walk away. It is one of the hotels closest to Brisbane Airport.
What’s not to love?
If you’re looking for accommodation near Brisbane International Airport with free parking, this hotel does not offer it. On site parking costs $25 per day.
Summary
The Novotel is ideal for an overnight stay before or after a flight. For location, facilities and price, this is one of the best hotels near Brisbane International Airport.
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Ibis Budget Brisbane Airport
The Ibis Budget Brisbane (not to be confused with the Ibis Brisbane Airport) is one of the best cheap hotels near Brisbane Airport.
It is a 7 minute drive from the International Terminal and a 9 minute drive from the Domestic Terminal. Toombul rail station is a 4 minute drive with good links to Brisbane city centre.
The closest dining options are at the Skygate Mall, a 5 minute drive from the hotel.
Ibis Budget Brisbane has a shared lounge, vending machines, a communal microwave and a bar. Laundry facilities and a continental breakfast are available for an additional charge.
White toned compact rooms sleep 2 in a queen bed or 3 in a queen bed and a single elevated bunk bed. Each room has a TV, tea and coffee making facilities and a small fridge.
What’s to love?
This is one of the few hotels near Brisbane Domestic Airport that offers free on site parking.
What’s not to love?
The hotel has three floors and there isn’t a lift. If you have mobility issues, request a room on the ground floor. Plus, although WiFi is free, it is only available in the lobby.
Summary
This hotel offers basic, compact rooms, but they have everything you need for a one night stay. It is the cheapest airport accommodation Brisbane offers within a few minutes of the airport.
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Link Portside Wharf Apartment Hotel
If you’re looking for hotels around Brisbane Airport that are comfortable enough for an extended stay, the Link Portside Wharf Apartment Hotel is a fantastic option. It may not be the closest accommodation to Brisbane airport, but it’s one of the best.
The hotel is a 12 minute drive from the Domestic Terminal and an 11 minute drive from the International Terminal. Self driving or a taxi is the best way to get to the airport as taking public transport will involve multiple changes. The restaurants, shops and cafes at Portside Wharf are a walkable 200 metres.
The hotel offers free WiFi, 24 hour security and free on site parking. There is a useful lift on site.
One bed self-contained apartments sleep up to 3 in a queen bed and sofa bed, whilst the two bedroom apartments sleep up to 5 in two double beds and a sofa bed.
The apartments are spacious, bright and light-filled due to many windows. Each apartment has an open plan living area with sofas, a TV and a dining table. The kitchen is equipped with an oven, a stove, a microwave, a fridge, a dishwasher and a coffee machine.
The bathroom has a shower or a bathtub and there is also a washing machine and dryer.
Sliding glass doors lead from the living area to a balcony with seating and city views.
What’s to love?
The apartments are spacious and nicely furnished with a home away from home vibe. Access to an outdoor balcony is a bonus and something you won’t find in an airport hotel.
What’s not to love?
Although not the most expensive hotel in this article, the Link Portside Wharf is at the pricier end of hotel accommodation near Brisbane Airport.
Summary
This modern and stylish aparthotel is ideal for families, groups or anyone planning an extended stay in Brisbane. These are among the best quality self contained apartments near Brisbane Airport.
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Alcyone Hotel Residences
Looking for self contained places to stay near Brisbane airport with a touch of luxury? Check out the 4 star Alcyone Hotel Residences.
The aparthotel is a 22 minute drive from the International Terminal and a 12 minute drive from the Domestic Terminal. Portside Wharf shops and restaurants are a 3 minute walk away.
The hotel has an outdoor pool, free on site parking and free WiFi. There is a 24 front desk, 24 hour security and a restaurant.
Alcyone Hotel offers air conditioned 1 bedroom self-contained apartments for 2 people and 2 bedroom 2 bathroom apartments for 4 people. Beds are either Kkng size or single beds and a rollaway bed is available for an additional fee.
Each stylish apartment has an open plan living area with sofas, a TV, and a dining table. There is a kitchen equipped with an oven, a stove, a microwave, and a fridge. The bathroom has a walk-in rainfall shower, a washing machine and a dryer.
Some apartments have a balcony with seating and city views.
What’s to love?
These apartments have exceptional attention to detail and offer spacious, luxurious accommodation for couples, families and groups. The outdoor pool is a bonus, especially in the summer months.
What’s not to love?
This level of luxury comes with a hefty price tag, but split between friends; this aparthotel will still be a more affordable option than separate hotel rooms.
Summary
This upmarket, self contained accommodation near Brisbane domestic airport is ideal for an extended stay in Brisbane for couples or groups.
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Airport Clayfield
Searching for motels near Brisbane International Airport? The Airport Clayfield is better than your average motel and is a 5 minute walk to the nearest shops and restaurants.
It is a 7 minute drive from the International Terminal and an 8 minute drive from the Domestic Terminal. The hotel also offers a free airport shuttle between 6.45 am and 9.45 am.
The hotel has 24 check in, free parking and long term, undercover paid parking. There is an outdoor pool, a BBQ area, laundry facilities and luggage storage. Breakfast is available for an additional fee.
Rooms sleep between 2 and 5 people in double and single beds. Interconnecting rooms are available, allowing 6 people to stay together. The bathrooms have a walk- shower whilst the larger Executive Suite offers a spa bath.
Each light, bright air conditioned room has free WiFi, a TV, a microwave, a fridge and tea and coffee making facilities. There is a soft chair and a small dining table.
What’s to love?
For its rooms and amenities, this motel is excellent value for money.
What’s not to love?
The decor is a little dated, but the rooms are still clean and tidy. If you are travelling with a baby or toddler, cots cost extra.
Summary
This comfortable value for money motel is a good choice for couples and larger family groups. The free airport shuttle and long term parking is a money saving, useful feature.
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Hampton Court Apartments
The self-contained Hampton Court Apartments are in a heritage listed building. It has a great location with the nearest shops and restaurants within a 5 minute walk and Brisbane city centre is 15 minutes away by car.
It is a 9 minute drive to the International Terminal and a 10 minute drive to the Domestic Terminal.
The aparthotel has an outdoor pool, BBQ facilities and free on site parking. It offers self contained 2 bedroom apartments with double and single beds.
Each apartment has a compact open plan living area with sofas, a TV, a dining table and a kitchen equipped with an oven, fridge, kettle, stove and microwave. There is a utility cupboard with a washing machine and dryer. Each bathroom has a walk-in shower.
Glass doors lead to a balcony with seating and city views.
What’s to love?
The apartments are in a convenient location, are well maintained and are fantastic value for money for groups and families.
What’s not to love?
The decor is a little dated and basic. A few homely touches would elevate these apartments.
Summary
If you want a well equipped but cheap motel near Brisbane airport, the Hampton Court Apartments fits these criteria.
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Best Western Airport 85 Motel
Looking for an affordable motel close to Brisbane Airport?
The budget friendly Best Western Airport 85 Motel is a 9 minute drive from the International Terminal and an 11 minute drive from the Domestic Terminal. Driving or taking a taxi is your best option to reach the airport as public transport involves a few changes.
For those wanting to head into the Brisbane City Centre, you can easily catch a train from nearby Doomben rail station, a 2 minute walk away. For foodies, the restaurants and cafes of Portside Wharf are a 20 minute walk.
Best Western Airport 85 Motel has a bar, a swimming pool, BBQ facilities and free WiFi. Breakfast is included in the room rate.
This motel has various room options, accommodating between 2 and 5 people in double and single beds. Each room has a desk, a safe, a TV, and a small kitchenette equipped with a microwave, toaster, fridge and kettle.
What’s to love?
The hotel is a few minutes from Doomben train station, so you will have easy access to Brisbane city centre. Plus, for its rooms and facilities, this motel is great value for money.
What’s not to love?
The motel is in a quiet residential area, so there’s not much happening nearby. You will need to walk or drive to find a wide range of dining options.
Summary
This budget friendly hotel provides basic self catering facilities, comfortable rooms and easy access to the Brisbane city centre. If you travel by car, it is a short drive to the airport.
The Best Western is one of the best cheap motels close to Brisbane Airport.
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Kingsford Smith Motel
Looking for Brisbane airport motels with better than average facilities? Check out the quality rooms at the 4 star Kingsford Smith Motel.
It is a 9 minute drive to the International Terminal and a 10 minute drive to the Domestic Terminal. Portside Wharf is a 5 minute walk and Brisbane city centre is only 10 minutes by car.
The motel has a saltwater swimming pool, a lift, free on site parking and laundry facilities. It offers a free airport drop off on check out, subject to availability (advance booking is essential).
Spacious rooms sleep 2 – 3 people in double or single beds, and a family suite sleeps up to 5.
Each grey and white toned room has a TV, a desk and tea and coffee making facilities. The ensuite has a walk-in rainfall shower. Deluxe rooms offer additional space with a seating area.
What’s to love?
The rooms are generously sized and have an elegant, tasteful decor.
What’s not to love?
There isn’t an airport shuttle bus to the motel, only from the hotel to the airport. So, when you arrive in Brisbane, you will have to make your own way to the hotel.
Summary
The Kingsford Smith Motel offers spacious, high quality rooms with good communal amenities in a great location. It is one of the best motels near the Brisbane airport terminals.
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ENJOY YOUR TRIP FROM BRISBANE!
Hopefully, this guide to accommodation in Brisbane airport and the surrounding area has helped you choose the perfect place to stay before or after your flight.
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