Hotel Information: Brown-and-black chequered tiling leads across the lobby of the Rendezvous Hotel Brisbane to the reception desk. On each side, the lobby opens up to large public areas. To the left, a library of recessed wooden bookshelves has sofas and armchairs where corporate guests and weekend visitors can relax. To the right, a bar and lounge flows into a small restaurant. The building's basement incorporates the Ann Street Arcade, a small shopping and restaurant mall that leads through to Central Station.

Amenity highlights: The Rendezvous Hotel Brisbane has a library outfitted with sofas, armchairs, occasional lamps, and shelves of books that can be borrowed or swapped by guests under an honour system. Two computer terminals provide high-speed Internet access (surcharge), scanners, and printers. The hotel has two conference rooms and a restaurant and lounge serving modern Australian cuisine, operated by an independent company.

Insider tip: Just three blocks from the Brisbane River, which provides ample opportunity for walking, jogging, and cycling, this hotel is close not only to the river but also the Botanic Gardens and trendy Riverside and South Bank restaurant and entertainment precincts. Visitors can follow the river for kilometers eastwards to the suburb of New Farm and beyond, and return on the city ferries.

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Rooms

The Rendezvous Hotel Brisbane has 133 studios and apartments with décor in red and gold colours, and reflecting a heritage/historical feel. Renaissance-style prints hang on the walls. All guestrooms have TVs with pay movies and DVD/CD entertainment systems. High-speed Internet access is provided at a surcharge. Kitchenettes or kitchens have granite benchtops, plus sinks, refrigerators, microwaves, toasters, and kettles. Minibars, irons and ironing boards, and in-room safes (which can accommodate laptops) are also included. Bathrooms, tiled in white and black, have hair dyers.

Room Amenities

• Internet access - high speed
• Pay movies
• DVD player
• CD player
• Complimentary newspaper
• Air conditioning
• Climate control
• Blackout drapes/curtains
• Direct-dial phone
• Internet access - surcharge
• Kitchenette
• Refrigerator
• Minibar
• Coffee/tea maker
• Microwave
• Wake-up calls

• Housekeeping
• Complimentary toiletries
• Hair dryer
• Massage - available in room
• Extra towels/bedding in room
• Child care (in room, surcharge)
• Electronic check-out
• Electronic/magnetic keys
• Clock radio
• Desk
• Iron/ironing board
• In-room safe (accommodates laptop)
• Non-smoking rooms
• In-room safe (accommodates laptop)
• Television - Satellite service
• Cribs (infant beds) available

Recreation

Brisbane offers a good range of sport and recreation opportunities within the city boundaries, and long riverside promenades that extend for several kilometres are ideal for walking and cycling. Within thirty minutes’ drive, there are also opportunities for skydiving, scuba diving, snorkelling, sailing, and surfing.

The Rendezvous Brisbane has an arrangement with Brisbane City Gym, which is located on the corners of Adelaide and Wharf Streets just across ANZAC Square from the hotel. A visit is AU$15 for hotel guests. In addition to fitness equipment, it offers Pilates and yoga classes, massage services, and a solarium. Fee subject to change without notice.

The 18-hole Victoria Park Golf Course is just 10 minutes by taxi from the hotel. The recreational activities listed below are available nearby; fees may apply.

• Golfing nearby
• Snorkeling nearby
• Swimming nearby
• Sailing nearby

• Scuba diving nearby
• Pilates classes/instruction nearby
• Running track/path nearby
• Hiking/biking trails nearby
• Skydiving nearby

Property Amenities

The heritage-listed Rendezvous Hotel Brisbane stands in an imposing Colonial building (formerly government offices) off ANZAC Square. It has library furnished with sofas, armchairs, occasional lamps, and shelves of books that can be borrowed or swapped by guests under an honour system.

Valet parking:
$20-25 per 24-hour period in the hotel's own secure, undercover parking.

Wireless Internet access (surcharge) is available throughout the lobby and library area. The lobby also has two computer terminals that provide high-speed Internet access (AU$1–$5 per 15 minutes) and a printer and scanner.

Conference facilities at the Rendezvous Hotel Brisbane are operated by an independent company and can host meetings for up to 120 people. The two conference rooms are located on the hotel's lobby level, adjacent to the restaurant, and have natural light. The Russell Room is 70 square metres, while the Chevron Room is 139 square metres. They can be joined together or partitioned into smaller rooms of varying size. Room hire charges apply.

• 24-hour front desk
• Air-conditioned public areas
• Number of rooms: 133
• ATM/banking
• Audio-visual equipment
• Babysitting or child care
• Number of floors: 5
• Banquet facilities
• Bar/lounge
• Beauty services
• Business services
• Coffee shop or café
• Complimentary newspapers in lobby
• Concierge desk
• Conference room(s)
• Currency exchange
• Dry cleaning service
• Elevator/lift
• Express check- in

• Express check-out
• Internet access in public areas - high speed
• Internet access in public areas - surcharge
• Internet access - wireless
• Library
• Medical assistance available
• Meeting rooms (small groups)
• Multilingual staff
• Parking (secure)
• Parking (surcharge)
• Parking (valet)
• Porter/bellhop
• Restaurant(s) in hotel
• Room service (limited hours)
• Secretarial services
• Smoke-free property
• Tour assistance
• Use of nearby fitness center (discount)
• Wedding services

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on hotel policy.
Photo identification and credit card or cash deposit are 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.

• Pets not allowed
• Check-in time is 2 PM
• Check-out time is 11 AM

National Rating

Official Australia STAR Rating provided by AAA Tourism Pty Ltd
AAA Tourism Pty Ltd assigns an official STAR Rating for accommodations in Australia. This Hotel property is rated 4-stars.

Location Details

Brisbane International Airport (BNE): Approximate travel time is 30 minutes and distance is 16 km.

Getting there: Taxis and an efficient train service are the best way to get to the hotel from the airport; there is also a bus shuttle service that will drop guests off at the Rendezvous Brisbane on request. Car rentals are available online. Click the links below for instructions/details.

Getting around: Translink is the urban transport system providing a network of trains, buses, and ferries around the city. A day ticket covers all transportation and can be bought on buses or at train stations; two-hour tickets are also available for one-way journeys. The information centre in Queen Street Mall has timetables. Train is a very convenient way to get to major city destinations. Trains depart from Central Station opposite the Rendezvous Hotel and destinations include South Bank Parklands, Queensland Art Gallery, Queensland Museum, the performing arts complex, the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre. There is also a free downtown Loop bus that circles the city centre in both directions stopping at major attractions such as Central Station, Queen Street Mall, the Botanic Gardens, and Riverside Centre. Ferries are available along the river and stop at riverside attractions including the Riverside Centre, South Bank, and the Queensland Cultural Centre.

By bus (click here)

Closest bus stop to the hotel: Rendezvous Hotel Brisbane
Approximate travel time from the airport to the hotel: 40 minutes
Approximate cost (subject to change without notice): AU$5–$15

Schedule and directions (subject to change without notice): Coachtrans operates shuttle service from the airport to Roma Street Transit Centre and will drop passengers off at Rendezvous Hotel Brisbane on request. The service is scheduled every 30 minutes from 5 AM to 11 PM and reservations are not required.

By train (click here)

Closest train station to the hotel: Central Station
Approximate travel time from the airport to the train station: 20 minutes
Approximate train cost (subject to change without notice): AU$5–$15

Train schedules and directions (subject to change without notice): The Airtrain departs from both international and domestic terminals at Brisbane Airport; platforms can be reached by following the walkway above the road and car park that lies directly outside the terminals. The service operates every 15 minutes in peak times and every 30 minutes at other times from 5 AM to 9 PM daily. Trains operate to Central Station in the city centre, which is across the road from the Rendezvous Hotel Brisbane.

By taxi (click here)

Approximate travel time from the airport to the hotel: 30 minutes
Approximate cost (subject to change without notice): AU$36+

Instructions: Taxi stands are located outside baggage claim at both international and domestic terminals.

By car (click here)

Rental cars are available online.
Approximate travel time: 30 minutes

Driving directions from Brisbane International Airport (BNE): Follow signs to the city center on exiting the airport. These will lead to Ann Street and (after intersecting with Queen Street) into the central business district. The Rendezvous Brisbane is on the left just after the ANZAC Memorial and opposite Central Station.

Dining

Berkley's on Ann - Restaurant off lobby. Modern Australian menu, with Mediterranean and Asian influences. Guests can visit wine cellar to select wines. Informal setting. Australian artworks. Windows overlook street. Open daily for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Berkley's Lounge and Bar - Lobby lounge and bar attached to restaurant. Beers, wines, and cocktails. Tea and coffee. Bar food, snacks, and pastries. Informal setting. Sofas in shades of blue and purple, coffee tables. Australian artworks. Street outlook. Open daily from early morning to late evening.

Address

255 Ann Street

Brisbane, QLD 4000

Australia

Nearest major airport:

Brisbane, QLD, Australia (BNE)

Area:

Brisbane City Centre, Queensland, Australia