Emporium Hotel South Bank

The hotel is housed in a sleek tower and can’t be missed thanks to the giant street-level “E.” Luxurious guest rooms in this all-suite hotel are designed in soft neutral shades with bronze accents. Bathrooms are clad in white marble.

Start your day with coffee and a hearty breakfast at Belle Époque which pays homage to a classic French bistro. Savor the rich, authentic flavors of Italy at FIRMA Italian. The Terrace rooftop bar features a retractable glass roof and serves lunch and dinner. Let the sommelier help you choose a glass of wine at Reserve Wine Bar, which has a collection of 3,000 bottles.

Head to the rooftop infinity pool to relax on a lounge chair or take a cooling dip. Break a sweat at the gym, located on the 21st floor, or unwind in the sauna and steam room. The Healing Stone Day Spa offers Japanese massage, ganbanyoku (a hot rock treatment), and facials.

For panoramic views of the city, book a helicopter excursion or experience the nearby Wheel of Brisbane. Sign up for the hotel’s specialty wine and food-themed dinners and make time to stroll along Brisbane Riverwalk. Kayak along the Brisbane river and don’t miss Brisbane Botanic Gardens.