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

 

[boomy]

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.

Yep, there is nothing good about Sofitel BNE apart from its convenient location if using Airtrain. Rooms are meh and the exec lounge is one of the worst I ever visited.