Port of Brisbane, Australia
Hotels near Brisbane Cruise Terminal
Brisbane has become one of Australia’s most popular cruise departure ports, with many sailings using the Brisbane International Cruise Terminal.
Unlike some cruise ports where hotels are located directly beside the terminal, accommodation options near the port itself are relatively limited. Because of this, many travelers choose between staying in Hamilton, Brisbane CBD, South Bank, or near the airport before embarkation day.
Choosing the right area often comes down to whether you prefer being closer to the terminal or enjoying Brisbane’s restaurants, riverfront attractions, and nightlife before your cruise.
Where Is Brisbane Cruise Terminal Located?
The Brisbane International Cruise Terminal is located in Pinkenba, approximately 15 kilometres northeast of Brisbane CBD.
Unlike some cruise ports, there are currently no hotels within walking distance of the terminal and accommodation options in the immediate area are very limited. For this reason, most cruise passengers choose to stay in Hamilton, Brisbane CBD, South Bank, or near Brisbane Airport before traveling to the port on embarkation day.
Hamilton and the airport area generally offer the closest hotel options, while Brisbane CBD and South Bank provide a wider selection of restaurants, attractions, and nightlife before your cruise.
Bestsellers
Stamford Plaza Brisbane
★★★★★
Popular 5 star hotel located at the riverfront in Brisbane CBD district with views of the Story Bridge.
Meriton Serviced Apartments Adelaide Street
★★★★
Suite apartments located in the heart of Brisbane’s CBD (Central Business District).
Airport Ascot Motel
★★★★
Well priced motel accommodation situated within walking distance of the cruise passenger terminal of Brisbane.
Brisbane International Cruise Terminal BICT
Brisbane’s Portside terminal in the Brisbane River can only accommodate smaller ships.
With the opening of the new terminal at Luggage Point, it’s possible to accommodate the largest cruise ships in the world.
Luggage Point is located close to the Brisbane Airport, Kingsford-Smith Drive and the Gateway Motorway. Both long and short-term paid parking options are available.
Distance to CBD Brisbane is approx. 30 minutes. Nearest hotels are located at Brisbane Airport or in Hamilton, only 15 minutes away.
Portside Wharf Passenger Pier – Address
Portside Wharf Passenger Cruise Terminal — the cruise terminal is located at Hamilton, an inner northern suburb of Brisbane. The facility lies on the north bank of the Brisbane River along Bulimba Reach.
Portside Wharf is capable of welcoming ships up to 270 metres in length. The terminal is about 7km or 4mi from Brisbane’s Domestic and International Airports, and can easily be accessed by bus, rail or CityCat from Brisbane’s city centre. The Postside Wharf cruise terminal offers first class passenger facilities and infrastructure, all within short distance of the city’s main sights and attractions. Distance to city centre – 10kms/25mins.
Due to Gateway Bridge height restrictions several larger vessels could not sail under the bridge tied up north of the bridge at Pinkenba Wharf or at the Multi-user Freight Terminal at the Grain Berth, located at Fisherman Islands.
Located midway Sydney, the Whitsunday Islands and tropical Cairns, Brisbane is one of Australia’s most popular cruise ship destination, after Sydney. Other important departure ports include Adelaide on the South Coast and Fremantle, which is the gateway port to Perth in Western Australia.
Pier Address
Portside Wharf, 39 Hercules Street, Hamilton QLD 4007, Australia
phone: + 61 7 3907 4111
email: portsidemarketing@brookfieldproperties.com.au
Capital City of Queensland
Brisbane is the capital of Queensland and Australia’s third largest city, after Sydney (see port hotels) and Melbourne.
This modern city, located on the banks of the Brisbane River, is surrounded by green hills, subtropical rainforests and miles of golden sandy beaches. Brisbane is full of great tourist attractions, focused on and along the river.
There are hotels in Brisbane to accommodate you no matter what part of the city you’d like to stay in. Stay in a luxury 5 star apartment or hotel, or if you’re on a budget staying in a discounted hotel or cheap condo helps you save money for other activities.
Brisbane’s south bank is home to Australia’s largest modern art gallery. The Queensland Art Gallery, established in 1895, displays a large collection of paintings, art and sculptures. Brisbane’s oldest buildings include the Old Windmill, located in Wickham Park, and the Old Commissariat Store situated on William Street. Skypoint, the highest point on Brisbane’s skyline, offers a viewing deck with panoramic views.
Kids will love a visit to Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary. A nice daytrip for the entire family is the Australia Zoo, home to native animals such as salt-water crocodiles, koalas and kangaroos. Art lovers will enjoy a trip to Montville, often described as the “Creative Heart of the Sunshine Coast.
Extend your cruise holiday and relax in one of the Gold Coast’s luxurious beachfront resorts, hotels or self catering apartments. Nearby Surfers Paradise, renowned for its excellent surf and wide golden beaches, is voted as one of the best beaches in the world.
Nearest airport and Car Parking
Brisbane International Airport BNE — Portside Wharf cruise pier is located approximately 7 km from both international and domestic airport terminals (10 minutes).
Portside Wharf offers 350 public car parking spaces, both undercover parking and curb side parking 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.