Where to Stay in Brisbane
Best neighborhoods to base yourself in Brisbane for your 2026 trip — from central hotels to areas within easy reach of Brisbane Airport (BNE).
Best neighborhoods to stay in Brisbane
Story Bridge + climb
25 min from BNEIconic Brisbane bridge + climb (AUD 130, 2-2.5 hours, book ahead). Free walking across the bridge for the city + river view.
Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary
40 min from BNEWorld's largest koala sanctuary — cuddle a koala (AUD 30) + see kangaroos. AUD 49 entry. Take bus 430 from Adelaide Street (30 min) or river cruise.
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Eat here
Moreton Bay bug (a type of crayfish) at any waterfront restaurant. XXXX beer (Brisbane brewery since 1924). Macadamia nuts at Suncoast Gold (airport gift shop).
Local tip
BNE is 16km from centre — Airtrain (AUD 23, 22 min) is the fastest. Trains run every 15 min. The station is connected to both terminals via free walkway. For 4+ hour layovers: Airtrain + South Bank + Streets Beach + GoMA is achievable.
Getting to your hotel from BNE
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Getting out of Brisbane (BNE)
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