Is InterContinental Brisbane Just a Crowne Plaza in a Fancier Suit?

[Beano]

There is another thread on IHG hotels recognising status. Reports are fairly detailed so may be worth a look regarding IC Brisbane.

 

[markis10]

I really struggle recommending hotels in Brisbane CBD. I don’t get great feedback from those that stay at the W. I mostly point people to the Westin.

The Westin is probably the pick of the bunch these days. W used to be a fave as I often got a suite upgrade and breakfast at three blue ducks was always memorable, but they have closed their Brisbane outlet now. Sofitel was not a bad option but the move of the lounge downstairs is bad. The other options are mostly tired and/or poorly located.

 

[Beano]

Royal on the Park--again! Quick access to the M3, in both directions, and a short walk to Queen Street Mall! Near the river and opposite the botanic gardens. I would stay there regularly if it were an IHG hotel.

 

[NM]

Hopefully Brisbane will get some new or significant refurbishments across a lot of hotel properties in the lead up to the Olympics. I am assuming that is the target/goal for this IC. They have the prime location in the CBD and now have a few years to get the refurbishment done well and position themselves to main event.

 

[kerfuffle]

I am assuming that is the target/goal for this IC.

Yes; it's going to take two years from 2026: IHG Hotels & Resorts’ luxury InterContinental brand prepares for Brisbane debut

 

[Bundy Bear]

Is InterContinental Brisbane Just a Crowne Plaza in a Fancier Suit?​

No the InterContinental Brisbane was just a tired old Hilton in a previous life, with the barest done to change the sign.

If you want IHG then look at the Holiday Inn Express (Free breakfast), Hotel X or Voco.

I think you knew what you were getting but then you were underwhelmed.

 

[AuSammy]

Sofitel are tired

Sofitel Brisbane

Dont know what its like now, but during covid quarantine it was a 2* dive. Filthy rooms, tired battered furniture, toilet that didn't flush properly, sink waste water running across the floor and thick layer of mould around the bath/shower. Staff totally disengaged.

Will never stay there again.

 

[Beano]

Is InterContinental Brisbane Just a Crowne Plaza in a Fancier Suit?​

No the InterContinental Brisbane was just a tired old Hilton in a previous life, with the barest done to change the sign.

If you want IHG then look at the Holiday Inn Express (Free breakfast), Hotel X or Voco.

I think you knew what you were getting but then you were underwhelmed.

HIE was an option but I was entranced with the prospect of an IC stay! We'll see. I will report it on IHG hotels which recogbise status.

 

[DC3]

HIE was an option but I was entranced with the prospect of an IC stay!

 

[markis10]

Royal on the Park

Not a bad option if you want a flashback to the 80s when it was the parkroyal.

HIE was an option but I was entranced with the prospect of an IC stay!

The HIX is not bad, I stayed there the night it first opened as it was close to the office. It does the job but rates sometimes exceed the IC

 

[Beano]

Not a bad option if you want a flashback to the 80s when it was the parkroyal.

I think it's over that with at least one rebur bish since then.

The HIX is not bad, I stayed there the night it first opened as it was close to the office. It does the job but rates sometimes exceed the IC