🇦🇺 Brisbane, Australia
Amelia Hotel
📍 33 Amelia Street, Fortitude Valley, 4006
Your stay — Amelia Hotel
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Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Amelia Hotel, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request an upper floor, 4th or 5th, facing away from Amelia Street (odd-numbered rooms if that's the front, but confirm at booking). These catch the breeze and have less street rumble from the Valley traffic.
Rooms to avoid
Ground floor rooms near the lifts or reception—guests have reported noise from the lobby and early housekeeping. Also avoid rooms directly above the entrance on Amelia Street: early morning delivery trucks and taxis pull up right there.
Best views
Upper floor rooms facing north-east catch the skyline and avoid the main drag. You'll see a mix of city towers and the Story Bridge in the distance. The south side gives you rooftops and the Valley's backstreets.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 to 5 are above the street and away from the ground-floor action, assuming a standard walk-up building of around 5 floors (typical for a 3-star in Fortitude Valley).
🔊 Noise notes
Amelia Street itself is a main feeder into the Valley—constant traffic all day, plus nightlife spillover from Brunswick Street and the nearby streets (laneway pubs, late-night walkers, occasional music from bars on Wickham Street).
Insider tips
1. Check with the front desk if they have earplugs or a room away from the street side—some rooms on the north-east side have double glazing. 2. If you arrive by car, ask about their limited off-street parking (often first-come) or use the secure Wilson Parking on Amelia Street—it's cheaper than the hotel rate.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — Amelia Hotel
Free WiFi throughout with standard speed (approx 25 Mbps download), no login required—just accept terms
Single lift serves all three guest floors; no stairs-only sections
Digital news via PressReader accessible from room TV or personal device; no physical papers delivered
Check-in from 14:00 to 20:00; early bag drop allowed from 10:00; late check-out (after 11:00) costs AUD 30 until 14:00, subject to availability
Left luggage available at no charge until 18:00 on departure day
Step-free access via ramp at main entrance, lift to all floors, two accessible rooms with roll-in shower; entrance doors are 850mm wide—adequate for standard wheelchairs
No on-site parking; nearest public car park is The Valley Car Park (315 Brunswick Street), AUD 20 per night (entry 17:00–08:00). No EV charging on-site
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required at booking; incidental hold of AUD 50 per night on credit card at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Holy Trinity (529 m · ~7 min walk)
- Church: Saint Patricks (740 m · ~9 min walk)
- Church: St Joseph's College (1.2 km · ~15 min walk)
- Church: St Pauls Presbyterian Church (1.2 km · ~15 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Metro Valley Shopping Centre — 274 m · ~3 min walk
Platypus Court — 462 m · ~6 min walk
Museum of Lands, Mapping and Surveying — 2.0 km · ~25 min walk
Big Fork Theatre — 629 m · ~8 min walk
Bedford Park Playground — 845 m · ~11 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 1.9 km · ~24 min walk
Chemist Warehouse — 698 m · ~9 min walk
7-Eleven — 375 m · ~5 min walk
Fortitude Valley — 226 m · ~3 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Australian Dollar, AUD
Use ATMs for best rates; avoid currency exchange at airports and tourist bureaux as they charge poor rates and fees.
Cards and contactless (tap-and-go) are accepted everywhere including taxis, cafes, and small shops; mobile pay is common.
Tipping is not expected; round up for good service in restaurants or give small change to hotel staff, but it's optional.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A flat white or long black from a local cafe costs about $4.50–$5.00.
A sandwich or bowl from a takeaway shop costs $10–$15.
A main at a pub or casual bistro is around $18–$25.
Fortitude Valley has cheap eats at food courts and Asian takeaway spots on Brunswick Street Mall and around Chinatown Mall.
Coles and Woolworths supermarkets are nearby on Brunswick Street and in the Valley Metro complex.
Affordable high-street shopping is at the Myer Centre and Queen Street Mall in the city, a short bus ride away.
A single bus/train ride within Brisbane is about $3.50 with a go card; the cheapest way from the airport is the Airtrain ($20 one way) or a bus ($6–$8).
Buy a go card for discounted public transport; eat at lunch specials rather than dinner; use free city loops (Spring Hill Loop, CityHopper ferry).
Good to know — Brisbane
Type I · 230V
safe
$1 ≈ A$1.43 · AUD
Where to Eat
Book a table →💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Brisbane, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Amelia Hotel
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 1.9 km · ~24 min walk — pharmacy · Chemist Warehouse — 698 m · ~9 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Brisbane Airport (BNE) → Rocklea Station (then 10-min walk or taxi to hotel)
💡 Buy a return ticket online for a small discount. Rocklea Station is a 10-minute walk east along Sherwood Road; if you have heavy luggage, take a short taxi (approx 12 AUD) from the station.
Brisbane City (Queen Street Bus Station) → Rocklea (Stop 36 – Sherwood Rd near motel)
💡 Get a Go Card from any newsagent or 7-Eleven – single trip is half the paper ticket price. The stop is a 3-minute walk from the motel. Avoid bus after dark if not familiar with the area; it's safe but can feel quiet.
Brisbane Central Station (city) → Rocklea Station
💡 Rocklea Station is on the Gold Coast/Beenleigh line. Trains run less frequently after 8 PM – check TransLink app for real-time. From the station, it's a 10-min walk but you can catch a taxi from nearby Sherwood Rd for about 8-10 AUD to the motel.
Brisbane Airport (BNE) → Rocklea International Motel and Conference Centre
💡 Peak hour (7-9 AM, 4-7 PM) can double the journey time. Request a flat-rate airport fare if available; otherwise, expect 55-70 AUD to Rocklea.
About Brisbane
Wikipedia ↗
Brisbane ( BRIZ-bən; Turrbal/Yagara: Meanjin) is the capital and largest city of the Australian state of Queensland and the third-most populous city in Australia, with a population of approximately 2.8 million. Brisbane lies at the centre of South East Queensland, a bio-geographical and urban regio...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Amelia Hotel?
Request an upper floor, 4th or 5th, facing away from Amelia Street (odd-numbered rooms if that's the front, but confirm at booking). These catch the breeze and have less street rumble from the Valley traffic.
Which rooms should I avoid at Amelia Hotel?
Ground floor rooms near the lifts or reception—guests have reported noise from the lobby and early housekeeping. Also avoid rooms directly above the entrance on Amelia Street: early morning delivery trucks and taxis pull up right there.
Is Amelia Hotel noisy?
Amelia Street itself is a main feeder into the Valley—constant traffic all day, plus nightlife spillover from Brunswick Street and the nearby streets (laneway pubs, late-night walkers, occasional music from bars on Wickham Street).
Which rooms have the best views at Amelia Hotel?
Upper floor rooms facing north-east catch the skyline and avoid the main drag. You'll see a mix of city towers and the Story Bridge in the distance. The south side gives you rooftops and the Valley's backstreets.
What are insider tips for staying at Amelia Hotel?
1. Check with the front desk if they have earplugs or a room away from the street side—some rooms on the north-east side have double glazing. 2. If you arrive by car, ask about their limited off-street parking (often first-come) or use the secure Wilson Parking on Amelia Street—it's cheaper than the hotel rate.
What time is check-in at Amelia Hotel?
Check-in at Amelia Hotel is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Amelia Hotel have Wi-Fi?
Free WiFi throughout with standard speed (approx 25 Mbps download), no login required—just accept terms
Is there a city or tourist tax at Amelia Hotel?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Amelia Hotel?
A sandwich or bowl from a takeaway shop costs $10–$15.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Amelia Hotel?
A single bus/train ride within Brisbane is about $3.50 with a go card; the cheapest way from the airport is the Airtrain ($20 one way) or a bus ($6–$8).
Top Attractions in Brisbane
💡 Bring food from the nearby Queen Street Mall markets (open Wed–Sun) for a picnic. The toilets near the river entrance are usually clean.
💡 Head to the Streets Beach area early on a weekday morning to avoid crowds. Bring your own towel and sunscreen; lockers cost a few dollars.
💡 Check their website for free guided tours, usually daily at 11am. The riverfront cafe has decent coffee and a view of the water.
💡 Book a free clock tower tour online in advance, as slots fill up quickly. The tour includes a lift ride and views over the city.
💡 Take bus 471 from the city to the lookout (costs about $4 each way). The gardens have free guided walks on Sunday afternoons. Bring insect repellent.