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Located on Grey Street, adjacent to the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre and within walking distance to the Queensland Performing Arts Complex, the State Art Gallery and the Museum, Mantra South Bank is perfectly located to attract both corporate and leisure travellers. The Mantra South Bank Brisbane comprises 161 studios and apartments located on floors 2-7. Studios are equipped with basic kitchens, and full kitchens are standard in the apartments. Work desks with data ports and high-speed Internet access (surcharge) are available in all guestrooms, as are plunger coffee makers, DVD players, and CD-stereo players. Newspapers and extra towels are available on request. The Mantra South Bank Brisbane has an outdoor, 20-metre heated pool and spa tub located on level two. On the same floor is the fitness centre with a good range of exercise machines (of which there are two or more of most). The fitness centre can be accessed via room swipe key. Stone Restaurant and Bar- Chic design with floor-to-ceiling stone-clad walls, elevated ceiling line, and huge windows overlooking the streetscape. Indoor and alfresco dining. Open from early morning until late. All-day dining includes afternoon tea and after-dinner snacks. Buffet and à la carte breakfast. À la carte service for lunch and dinner. Snacks, light meals, coffee/tea, and a wide range of beverages including cocktails also available. Menu features modern Australian food and innovative share platters. Also popular for after-show dining. A TV is positioned in the bar for major sports and news coverage.

Mantra South Bank is an ideal place to plan or celebrate a business success. Our facilities are designed to keep your delegates comfortable, alert and focussed. Both our conference rooms have lots of natural light. And our state-of-the-art audio and video equipment will help you deliver your message with maximum impact and clarity. We also make it easy for you to keep in touch with things back at the office, with wireless broadband throughout all conference areas, the lobby and restaurant. Our apartments are spacious enough to hold your own small meeting or interview. And for larger gatherings we can cater for up to 150 guests. An intimate team get-together, a residential conference, a cocktail party - you name it. Nothing's too hard for our conference co-ordinator, who will work with you to ensure everything goes exactly to plan. With a range of available conference options available, our dedicated and experienced Conference Executive can tailor a package to suit your requirements. Click here to request a quote and a detailed proposal for your next function. Valet car parking (fee) Check in from 2pm South Bank Parklands is located across the road, overlooking the Brisbane River, and comprises 17 acres of gardens and lawns. Highlights include three playgrounds, 14 barbecues (free of charge), covered picnic tables, artificial beach and swimming lagoon, designated bicycle and skateboard areas, the Clem Jones Promenade (for cycling, walking and jogging), and a one-kilometre arbour-walkway covered with magenta bougainvillea plants. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply. Golfing nearby Swimming on site Tennis nearby Running track/path nearby Aerobics nearby Pilates classes/instruction nearby Yoga classes/instruction nearby Bicycle rentals nearby Playground nearby At your doorstep: - Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre - 1min - Trains and Buses - 5mins - CBD - 10mins - Airport - 20mins - Entertainment district - 10mins Ideally located on Grey Street, adjacent to the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre, Mantra Southbank Brisbane is within walking distance to the Queensland Performing Arts Complex, the State Art Gallery and the Museum. Also nearby are cosmopolitan shopping, great restaurants and the city centre.

• 24 Hr Front Desk Air Conditioning Bar/Lounge Car parking (fees may apply) Conference facilities Currency exchange services Disabled facilities Gym / Fitness Centre Internet Access Kitchen/ette Lifts Non-smoking rooms/floors Pool Restaurant Room Service Satellite/Cable TV Tour Desk