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Stamford Plaza Brisbane, one of the city's most prestigious and recognisable landmarks, comprises 252 luxuriously appointed guestrooms over 22 floors, and is nestled between the banks of the Brisbane River and the Botanical Gardens. Renowned for its warm, European-style decor and exceptional service, Stamford Plaza Brisbane caters to both the corporate client and leisure traveller. Every guestroom features stunning views across the Brisbane River and boasts luxurious amenities and decor. Similarly, high-speed broadband access and in-room safes are fitted throughout, with two dedicated Internet booths available in the Hotel Lobby. Four distinct dining options and two bars, ranging from casual through to fine dining, also ensure every taste and occasion is catered for. An adjoining art gallery, hair and beauty salon, bridal boutique, florist and designer giftware shop, further enhance the Stamford experience. Perfectly located alongside Brisbane River and adjacent to the Botanic Gardens, Stamford Plaza Brisbane is within the hub of Brisbane's financial district and just minutes to the city centre for shopping, colourful markets, theatre, restaurants and Brisbane's night life. The Hotel provides easy access to some of Brisbane's premier sporting venues including The Gabba, Suncorp Stadium, Eagle Farm Racing Track and The Royal Queensland Golf Club. Brisbane is within an hour's drive of some of Queensland's major tourism highlights including Sanctuary Cove, International Theme Parks, the Gold Coast and the Sunshine Coast

With nine function rooms, we are large enough to cater for diverse requirements, but small enough to retain a warm and intimate environment. Valet Car Parking (at a rate of $25 per car per night). Check in time - 2pm Check out time - 11am See and enjoy all that Brisbane has to offer. The Brisbane region is a diverse subtropical destination offering visitors a range of stimulating and satisfying holiday experiences. Brisbane city offers a modern and diverse subtropical capital city experience, complemented by the splendid array of hinterland, country and bay experiences available within just one hour's drive of the metropolitan area. The city is uniquely positioned as the hub of South East Queensland, which encompasses two world-class coastal destinations, Gold Coast and Sunshine Coast, as well as spectacular rainforest, mountain and wilderness experiences Exciting CBD Coastal Villages Moreton Bay Greater Brisbane Country Exceptional food, wine, arts, entertainment and major sporting events Shopping & nighttime scene Outdoor activities such as sailing, surfing, hot-air ballooning & 4WD excursions Local artists, musicians, writers, jewelers & fashion designers River cruise on the City Cat Historic walking tours Fine food and wine Sailing - Moreton Bay 4WD - North Stradbroke Unique Australian experiences - Australian Outback Spectacular, Dreamworld, Australia Zoo, Alma Park Zoo, Lone Pine, Tangalooma Wild Dolphin Resort Shopping - Queen St Mall, Fortitude Valley, Chinatown Mall, Stones Corner, South Bank, Markets - Riverside & Eagle Street Pier Markers, South Bank Markets, Valley Markets Kangaroo Point Cliffs The Story Bridge Adventure Climb Museums, cultural centre, art galleries Botanical gardens, Roma St Parklands

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