If you are looking for hotels near the Brisbane cruise port, there are plenty of budget, cheap, mid range, and more expensive hotels to choose from. We have also put together some information about how to get to the Brisbane cruise terminal. Whether you want to know how to get from Brisbane Airport to the cruise terminal or where to park at the Brisbane International Cruise Terminal, we’ve got you covered. Here are the closest, cheapest, and the most expensive hotels near the Brisbane cruise terminal and all you need to know about how to get to the Brisbane International Cruise Terminal.

How to get to the Brisbane International Cruise Terminal

Where is the Brisbane International Cruise Terminal

The Brisbane International Cruise Terminal is located at Pinkenba at 1 Cruise Terminal Drive. If you are driving from the city, ignore the brown sign on the median strip at Hamilton saying ‘Brisbane Cruise Terminal’. This will take you to the old cruise terminal at Portside which is no longer in use. You still have around 8kms to go until you reach Pinkenba when you see this.

Brisbane cruise terminal parking

There is paid parking at the Brisbane cruise terminal that is operated by Wilson Parking. Book your parking as soon as you have confirmed your cruise as the parking is limited and frequently books out. No undercover parking is available at the Brisbane cruise terminal although the P1 carpark does have awnings in some areas. There is no free parking near the Brisbane cruise terminal unless you are willing to leave your car on a deserted street in an industrial area and walk a long way to the terminal.

How to get to the Brisbane cruise terminal from Brisbane Airport

Brisbane’s cruise port is just over 12 kilometres from Brisbane Airport and, without traffic, it will take you about 15 minutes to get there by car. Allow 20 minutes during peak times as some sections of the route can get busy.

How to get to the Brisbane cruise terminal from the city

The Brisbane International Cruise Terminal is a 30 minute drive from Brisbane’s CBD but you should allow an additional 20 minutes during peak hour.

Catch a taxi to the Brisbane cruise terminal

Rideshare companies such as Uber and Ola are available in Brisbane. These offer an efficient and cost effective way to travel to the Brisbane Cruise Terminal. It is also possible to take a taxi to the Brisbane International Cruise Terminal.

Brisbane International Cruise Terminal public transport

There is no public transport to or from the Brisbane cruise terminal.

Most expensive hotels near the Brisbane Cruise Terminal

Pullman Brisbane Airport

Distance to port: 15 minutes by car

Type: Contemporary Five Star

Pullman Brisbane Airport port shuttle: No.

About the hotel: Pullman Brisbane Airport is the only 5-star hotel near the Brisbane cruise terminals and it delivers when it comes to quality, convenience, and high-end facilities. If you’re flying into Brisbane, it’s a 10 minute walk from the domestic terminal or a $12 transfer from the international airport (or you can take the free inter-terminal airport bus to the domestic terminal and walk from there). Some of the standout features at this hotel are the modern styling and the high standard of service from the friendly staff, plus excellent in-house dining. While the meals at Apron Restaurant aren’t exactly cheap, don’t let the high-ish prices put you off. This is more of a destination restaurant than an airport bistro and the price point reflects the quality of the regionally-inspired dishes. Other facilities at the Pullman Brisbane Airport include a pool, gym and club lounge with runway views. Despite this hotel’s airport location, the rooms are impressively quiet with no aircraft noise to disturb your pre-cruise sleep. With prices starting at just over the $200 mark, this hotel is well priced for a five star hotel (particularly one that’s so conveniently located for those flying into Brisbane) and offers excellent value for money.

Novotel Brisbane Airport

Distance to port: 15 minutes by car

Type: Mid-Range

Novotel Brisbane Airport port shuttle: No.

About the hotel: Novotel Brisbane Airport is a standalone hotel that offers travellers a pleasant stay at a reasonable price point. While it is not what you would call expensive, it’s on the pricey side for a mid-range hotel with rooms starting at $220 for a standard room and costing upwards of $400 for a suite. Like all Novotel hotels, kids under 16 stay free using existing bedding, which adds value for families. Compared to Pullman Brisbane Airport, this hotel isn’t great value as this older 4-star property charges around the same price as its far upmarket sister hotel. However, what sets the Novotel apart is its location next to the large DFO shopping and dining precinct. If you want to pick up some groceries or shop till you drop at the DFO discount outlet mall next door, Novotel Brisbane Airport is a great choice. Rooms at this hotel are a standard Novotel design and deliver on a good night’s sleep with above-average size rooms that don’t have you tripping over your bags to get to the bed or bathroom, which includes a walk-in shower or bath shower combo. Facilities include a pool and gym, and dining is taken care of by the hotel’s somewhat overpriced but convenient Catalina Restaurant.

Closest hotels to the Brisbane Cruise Terminal

Alcyone Hotel Residences

Distance to port: 20 minutes by car

Type: Modern Apartment

Alcoyne Hotel Residences port shuttle: No.

About the hotel: Located in the Brisbane Cruise Terminal precinct at Portside, Alcoyne Hotel Residences is ideal if you’re after modern self-contained accommodation with handy access to public transport and plenty of things to see and do. There is a choice of one and two-bedroom self-contained apartments, with and without balconies. All have a full kitchen, lounge and dining area, a washer-dryer, dishwasher, and Smart TVs. Balconies have views of the Brisbane River and are perfect for enjoying Brisbane’s lovely weather. With facilities like a gym, large outdoor pool and gazebo BBQ area this accommodation is excellent for longer stays. Nearby Portside offers multiple restaurants, a cinema, and cafes just a few minutes’ walk away. Eat Street Northshore, a large weekend food stall and live music venue, is just 10 minute’s walk from the hotel. The nearby CityCat ferry offers picturesque transport to the CBD, South Bank and further afield. Prices start at a reasonable $220 for a one-bedroom apartment and up to $320 for a two-bedroom apartment with a balcony.

Link Portside Apartment Hotel

Distance to port: 20 minutes by car

Type: Modern Apartment

Link Portside Apartment Hotel port shuttle: No.

Located close to the Brisbane Cruise Terminal, this apartment style accommodation is ideal for families or those seeking more room. The one and two bedroom apartments have either a queen or king bed and a full kitchen, lounge and dining area, washer-dryer, dishwasher, and an outdoor patio area. Prices start at $220 for a one-bedroom and $330 for a two-bedroom apartment per night. Like its neighbouring property, the Alcyone Hotel Residences, there are multiple facilities available nearby.

Cheapest hotels near the Brisbane Cruise Terminal

Ascot Budget Inn and Residences

Distance to port: 20 minutes by car

Type: Cheap and cheerful

Ascot Budget Inn and Residences port shuttle: No.

About the hotel: There are several motels near the Brisbane cruise terminal, but if you’re after one that offers excellent value for travellers on a tight budget, the modestly priced Ascot Budget Inn and Residences in the posh suburb of Ascot wins hands down. This accommodation is located in two separate buildings with the new apartment-style block around the corner from the older budget motel-style rooms on Nudgee Road. All rooms are airconditioned and have basic standard inclusions such as a mini fridge, kettle with tea and coffee, chair and a work desk. Overall, the rooms are clean and tidy but also small and basic so they’re best suited to a ‘sleep and scoot’ pre-cruise stay with dinner at one of the many surrounding restaurants. On-site facilities include a shared laundry with coin-operated machines and free continental breakfast. Rooms start at $67 for a single room with shared facilities and up to $174 for a two-bedroom self-contained unit that sleeps six people.

ibis Brisbane Airport Hotel

Distance to port: 15 minutes by car

Type: Affordable

ibis Brisbane Airport Hotel port shuttle: No.

About the hotel: There are two ibis hotels near the Brisbane cruise terminals. Choose carefully as they’re both quite different. If you book the wrong one by mistake, you will probably be disappointed. ibis Brisbane Airport Hotel is the best budget option when you consider the quality of the rooms and the hotel’s convenient location next to the Pullman and the domestic airport terminal. Rooms come in two configurations – a Standard Room with 1 Queen Sized Bed or a Standard Twin Room with 1 Double and 1 Single Bed – and have private bathrooms with a shower, a mini-fridge, and a kettle with tea and coffee. Both of the different accommodation types cost the same at $159. It’s worth requesting a room on a high floor with an airport view so you can pass some time plane spotting.

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ibis Budget Brisbane Airport

Distance to port: 20 minutes by car

Type: No Frills

ibis Budget Brisbane Airport Port shuttle: No.

About the hotel: ibis Budget Brisbane Airport hotel is located on a bustling intersection on the edge of an industrial area, about five minute’s drive from the airport. Rooms range from a Standard Room with a queen bed to rooms sleeping up to four people in a queen/bunk bed combination. All are airconditioned and have a mini-fridge and private bathroom. There are no dining options onsite or nearby so remember to eat (or pick up) lunch and/or dinner before you arrive at the hotel. On the plus side the ibis Budget Brisbane Airport is well-priced at less than $120 per night and includes a continental breakfast at no additional charge with all room bookings.

If you’re looking for accommodation in Brisbane, we have reviewed the Treasury Hotel, The Calile, Ovolo The Valley, W Brisbane, Capri by Fraser Brisbane, Hilton Brisbane, The Johnson, NEXT Hotel Brisbane, Sage Hotel James Street, The Westin Brisbane, Oaks Brisbane Festival Suites, Royal on the Park, Ibis Styles Elizabeth Street, Sofitel Brisbane, Crystalbrook Vincent, The Inchcolm by Ovolo, Alex Perry Hotel & Apartments, and Pullman Brisbane Airport.