Rydges Fortitude Valley

Property class: 4
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A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a bar.
An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs under a large tree decorated with lights.
A restaurant with multiple dining tables, chairs, hanging pendant lights, and a brick wall with a kitchen area visible in the background.
A modern hotel with a prominent "RYDGES" sign, featuring a clean architectural design with multiple floors and large windows.
A modern pool area with a clear pool, wooden deck, and glass walls.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Breakfast available

Explore the area

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601 Gregory Terrace, Bowen Hills, QLD, 4006
  • Place, Royal International Convention Centre
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Brisbane Showgrounds
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Tivoli
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Airport, Brisbane, QLD (BNE)
    ‪14 min drive‬
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Room options

Superior Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(58 reviews)
  • 290 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

Superior Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)
  • 290 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free wired internet

Arena View King Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • 290 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

Family Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 King Bed OR 2 King Beds
  • Free wired internet

Family Double Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free wired internet

Superior Room, Accessible

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 290 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free wired internet

Standard Double Room, Accessible

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(17 reviews)
  • 377 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free wired internet

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 495 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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About the neighborhood

Brisbane

Located in Bowen Hills, Rydges Fortitude Valley is adjacent to Brisbane Showgrounds and within a 15-minute walk of popular sights like Royal Children's Hospital. This 208-room, 4-star hotel has a restaurant, an outdoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Royal International Convention Centre - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Brisbane Showgrounds - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Tivoli - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Old Museum - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Howard Smith Wharves - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Exhibition Station - 2 min walk
  • Brisbane Airport (BNE) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jubilee Hotel - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Nikau Espresso - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Winghaus - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Strawberry Sundae - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Happy Stack Cookies - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Rydges Fortitude Valley

At Rydges Fortitude Valley, guests enjoy an outdoor pool, a gym, and free WiFi in public areas. Transportation is made easy with an area shuttle. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with luggage storage and tours/tickets. Additional amenities include meeting rooms, a conference center, and an ATM.
50-inch LCD TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi and wired Internet. Pillowtop beds sport pillow menus and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Sitting areas, refrigerators, and minibars are other standard amenities.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool and a fitness center.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (AUD 35 per night)
  • Area shuttle up to 2.5 km

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; AUD 35 for adults and AUD 17.50 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Bar Gusto
  • Six Acres Restaurant

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Guidebooks
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 5 meeting rooms
  • Conference center

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (39 inch wide door)
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Handrails in stairways (35 inches high)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible bathroom vanity (31 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (39 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 6 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2016
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillow menu
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 70.0 per day

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • JCB International
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately AUD 35 for adults and AUD 17.50 for children
  • Nearby parking fee: AUD 35 per night (33 ft away)
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 70.0 per day

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-5:30 AM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Rydges Fortitude Valley Hotel Bowen Hills
Rydges Fortitude Valley Hotel
Rydges Fortitude Valley Bowen Hills
Rydges Fortitude Valley
Rydges Fortitude Valley Hotel
Rydges Fortitude Valley Bowen Hills
Rydges Fortitude Valley Hotel Bowen Hills

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Rydges Fortitude Valley?

Rydges Fortitude Valley offers free cancellation on certain room rates. For additional details, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Rydges Fortitude Valley?

As of Oct 31, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Rydges Fortitude Valley on Nov 1, 2026 start from $154, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What's there to see near Rydges Fortitude Valley?

This hotel is situated in Bowen Hills, just steps from Brisbane Showgrounds and Tivoli. You'll also find Suncorp Stadium and XXXX Brewery within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Rydges Fortitude Valley?

No, there isn't parking at this hotel.

Does Rydges Fortitude Valley feature a casino at the property?

No, Rydges Fortitude Valley doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Rydges Fortitude Valley?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

What do couples enjoy most about Rydges Fortitude Valley?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including a restaurant, an outdoor pool, and a bar/lounge.

Does Rydges Fortitude Valley have a hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Rydges Fortitude Valley feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Rydges Fortitude Valley serves buffet breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Six Acres Restaurant.

Does Rydges Fortitude Valley allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Rydges Fortitude Valley though service animals are welcome.

Does Rydges Fortitude Valley have connecting rooms available?

Yes, this hotel has connecting rooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

How close is the airport from Rydges Fortitude Valley?

The closest major airport to Rydges Fortitude Valley is Brisbane Airport (BNE), which is 9.5 mi away (18 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Rydges Fortitude Valley?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Rydges Fortitude Valley.

Does Rydges Fortitude Valley offer wedding services?

If you plan to exchange vows during your trip, consider the wedding services available at Rydges Fortitude Valley.

Rydges Fortitude Valley Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 640 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 239 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 69 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 37 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 1001 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic location with plenty of eating options in the area as well as the hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay with the family. Gusto restaurant was great - a delicious pizza for the kids. A great location and overall great hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location with lots of dining alternatives in the area.Helpful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location . Nice breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location with plenty of tasty food options close by
Stayed 6 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very quiet and comfy bed...thank you.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great easy stay - thank you
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great business hotel. They didn’t provide standard toiletries and free water though.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic and location for Tivoli brilliant
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome place with awesome staff,
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location for the Tivoli
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place, good location for what we needed .good dining options
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room and awesome breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place, I recommend
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location soft beds
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location, clean and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooftop bar great views good food and handy location
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic hotel and the only place to stay when attending a conference at the convention centre directly across the road.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean modern rooms, friendly staff and good location.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All good, everything easy
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The rooms are serviceable. If you are just here for the night, it’s good. Since we were here several days and it was less than comfortable. The staff are awesome, however, and quite responsive.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Elite city hotel, extremely convenient when attending the conference centre.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really comfortable stay loved it!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location, super clean. Breakfast was superb.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025