Nestled near the Brisbane Showgrounds, Rydges Fortitude Valley offers upscale comfort with a 24-hour gym and Six Acres Restaurant serving breakfast and dinner. Stay connected with in-room WiFi, relax by the outdoor pool, or get down to business in one of three meeting rooms. Previous guests rave about the helpful staff and prime location.
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9.09.0 out of 10
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Popular amenities
Pool
Parking available
Free WiFi
Connecting rooms available
Air conditioning
Main amenities (12)
Daily housekeeping
Restaurant and bar/lounge
Outdoor pool
Breakfast available
24-hour fitness center
Self parking
24-hour room service
Conference center
Business center
3 meeting rooms
24-hour front desk
Snack bar/deli
Feel at home (6)
Refrigerator
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Private bathroom
Separate sitting area
Premium TV channels
Daily housekeeping
The current price is $134
$134
$148 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 1 - Jun 2
Why we love this property
Culinary trio
This hotel features a restaurant, a bar, and a buffet breakfast. Culinary options range from hearty morning meals to evening drinks.
Perfect sleep setup
Sink into a pillowtop mattress, select from a thoughtful pillow menu. Blackout drapes ensure uninterrupted slumber with rainfall shower refreshment after.
Royal International Convention Centre - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
Brisbane Showgrounds - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
Tivoli - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
Fortitude Music Hall - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
Howard Smith Wharves - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
Getting around
Brisbane Airport (BNE) - 18 min drive
Exhibition Station - 2 min walk
Brisbane Fortitude Valley Station - 11 min walk
Brisbane Bowen Hills Station - 16 min walk
Area shuttle
Restaurants
Happy Stack Cookies - 6 min walk
Winghaus - 1 min walk
Jubilee Hotel - 5 min walk
El Camino Cantina Bowen Hills - 3 min walk
Little Bird - 6 min walk
About this property
Rydges Fortitude Valley
When you stay at Rydges Fortitude Valley, you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Brisbane Showgrounds and Royal Children's Hospital. Guests can take a dip in the outdoor pool or grab a bite to eat at Six Acres Restaurant, which serves breakfast and dinner. A bar/lounge, a 24-hour fitness center, and a fitness center are other highlights. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and location.
At a glance
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Hotel size
208 rooms
Arranged over 6 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
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 time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions
The property charges 1.50 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Covered onsite self parking (AUD 35 per night; includes in/out privileges)
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Onsite parking limited
Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 6:30 AM–10:30 AM
Six Acres Restaurant - This restaurant serves breakfast and dinner.
Paddock Bar - Onsite bar. Open daily.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately AUD 35 for adults and AUD 17.50 for children
Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 1.50 percent
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for AUD 70.0 per day
Parking
Covered self parking costs AUD 35 per night with in/out privileges
Parking height restrictions apply
Policies
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
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.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International
Cashless transactions are available.
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
Does Rydges Fortitude Valley offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Rydges Fortitude Valley does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Rydges Fortitude Valley?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Rydges Fortitude Valley?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Rydges Fortitude Valley?
Yes. Self parking costs AUD 35 per night. Parking spots may be limited.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Rydges Fortitude Valley?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-out is available.
What is there to do at Rydges Fortitude Valley and nearby?
Rydges Fortitude Valley has an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center.
Are there restaurants at or near Rydges Fortitude Valley?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, Six Acres Restaurant.
What's the area around Rydges Fortitude Valley like?
Rydges Fortitude Valley is a short 2-minute walk from Exhibition Station and 9 minutes' walk from Royal Brisbane & Women's Hospital. Travelers give top marks for the hotel's prime location.
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Reviews
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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9.4
Cleanliness
9.6
Location
9.2
Staff & service
9.2
Property conditions & facilities
Guest review summary
What guests liked
Breakfast was consistently described as fresh, fantastic, good, and superb with a variety of options. (11 reviews)
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Popular mentions
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Reviews
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 16, 2026
Awesome place with awesome staff,
Shayne
Shayne, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 17, 2026
Great room and awesome breakfast.
Michael
Michael, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 31, 2026
Parking was fabulous
Did not have breakfast
Room was spacious & very clean although mattress was quite soft so will request a firmer bed next time.
james
james, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jan 14, 2026
Absolutely perfect stay with great quality meals and beverages, thou i would like to see fresh seafood on the menu mainly lobster.
Ken
Ken, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 25, 2026
5 stars the Room was great staff were amazing.
Darrell
Darrell, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jan 30, 2026
Staff were very helpful
William
William, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 25, 2025
Good location, super clean. Breakfast was superb.
Scott
Scott, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 10, 2026
Excellent accommodation, excellent service overall from our staff. Thank you.
Elizabeth
Elizabeth, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 14, 2026
The staff at reception were fabulous, so helpful! The room was so comfortable and impeccably clean. We love staying at Rydges.
Mary
Mary, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 4, 2026
Super friendly staff, great location lots of restaurants/ cafes in the area, 7 minute walk to the fortitude valley, room was spotless when arrived, definitely will stay again
Beau
Beau, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jan 19, 2026
Staff were very helpful when needed
Lucy
Lucy, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 28, 2025
Very comfortable and big family room staff so friendly and splendid service .It can’t be any better than this.👍
Ashwin
Ashwin, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 12, 2025
Really comfortable stay loved it!
Jayne
Jayne, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 11, 2026
Hotel was lovely, clean and modern. Convenient parking & great location in the CBD. Breakfast buffet did not disappoint. Very happy with our stay. Thank you
Rebecca
Rebecca, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 4, 2026
Honestly every time i stay here the staff are always friendly, 11 am check out with black out curtains was amazing for a much needed sleep in. Close to everything we needed.
Benson
Benson, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 21, 2026
This is a nice hotel, located in a quiet area. Our room was a good size and comfortable. We ordered room service on our first night and enjoyed the quality and taste of what we ordered - as well as the timeliness of receiving our order. The area is walkable and has dining options.
Nick
Nick, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 19, 2026
Friendly staff always welcoming and go out of their way to make sure that your stay is 100 service guaranteed.
Rooms are clean and tidy
Marcia
Marcia, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Dec 4, 2025
Room was clean and comfortable
Matthew
Matthew, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 1, 2025
Fantastic comfortable stay. Beautiful room, excellent location, easy check in. Great staff...
Belinda Ann
Belinda Ann, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 26, 2025
Awesome location and establishment
Gareth
Gareth, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 25, 2025
Excellent Hotel , always a great location easy to park and comfortable and quiet.
Roger
Roger, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 26, 2026
Room spotless, good bed, nice n dark…if you like dark rooms…tv wasn’t easy to navigate…but I am over 30…and don’t know if there’s like Nettie’s,or fox or whatever as once again…I’m over 30…but like this place
Chris
Chris, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 12, 2025
The beds in this place are amazing , spacious rooms and the blockout curtains were perfect too thank you for a wonderful stay , I will be back 😊
Clare
Clare, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 21, 2025
Nice Comfortable beds in a very clean hotel located on a great street close to all amenities.