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Spicers Balfour Hotel

5.0 star property
Adults-only Brisbane hotel in New Farm with free parking

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Breakfast and dinner served
Rooftop bar
Rooftop bar
Front of property
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet-friendly
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking included
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$280
includes taxes & fees
13 Mar - 14 Mar

Explore the area

Map
37 Balfour Street, New Farm, QLD, 4005
  • Brisbane River Walk
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Howard Smith Wharves
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Story Bridge
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Brisbane, QLD (BNE)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, minibar, in-room safe

Accessible Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, minibar, in-room safe

Accessible Queen Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Pillow-top bed
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, minibar, in-room safe

Executive Queen Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, minibar, in-room safe

Executive King Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, minibar, in-room safe

Balfour Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Pillow-top bed
Bathrobes
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Designer toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes, slippers

Executive King Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Executive Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Accessible Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, minibar, in-room safe

Accessible Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Bathroom

Balfour Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Brisbane

A luxury stay in Brisbane awaits you at Spicers Balfour Hotel. Within a short 5-minute stroll, you'll find New Farms Cinemas and Brisbane River Walk. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .The restaurant, The Balfour Kitchen, is open for breakfast and dinner. Balfour Rooftop Bar is the hotel's own rooftop bar. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. Each morning cooked-to-order breakfast is served between 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM. There's also the convenience of free parking nearby. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this 5-property class New Farm hotel include Howard Smith Wharves and Story Bridge.

What's nearby

  • Howard Smith Wharves - 4 min walk
  • Story Bridge - 10 min walk
  • Queen Street Mall - 3 min drive
  • The Gabba - 4 min drive
  • Suncorp Stadium - 5 min drive

Getting around

  • Brisbane Fortitude Valley Station - 15 min walk
  • Brisbane Airport (BNE) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Felons Barrel Hall - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Felons Brewing Co - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Death Before Decaf - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Crypto Coffee - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Hashtag Burgers and Waffles - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Spicers Balfour Hotel

Adults-only Brisbane hotel in New Farm with free parking
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. Event space at this hotel measures 689 square feet (64 square metres) and includes conference space. A rooftop terrace, a library, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the luxury Spicers Balfour Hotel. The hotel can provide concierge services and wedding services. Self parking is free.

This Beaux Arts Brisbane hotel is smoke free.

  • 17 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • 689 sq ft of conference space
  • 64 sq. m of conference space
  • Built in 2010
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Spicers Balfour Hotel offers 17 accommodations with DVD players and minibars. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 50-inch LCD televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include bathrobes, slippers, designer toiletries and complimentary toiletries.

This Brisbane hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and safes, as well as telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include espresso makers and a hairdryer. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking within 1 metre
  • Street parking available
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: AUD 30 to 40 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Balfour Rooftop Bar
  • The Balfour Kitchen

Things to do

  • Library

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • 689 square feet of conference space

Outdoors

  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Fixed shower seat
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch LCD TV with digital channels
  • DVD player

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Limited room service
  • Mini-fridge
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open from Monday to Monday (7:00 AM to 7:00 PM), Tuesday to Saturday (7:00 AM to 9:00 PM) and Sunday to Sunday (7:00 AM to 4:30 PM)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 9 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Access code, staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: AUD 100 per accommodation, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 55 lb per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children younger than 18 are not allowed at this adults-only property. All guests 18 and older are welcome.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately AUD 30 to 40 per person
  • Pet fee: AUD 100 per accommodation, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1 per cent

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

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • This is an adults-only property and children 5 years old and younger aren't allowed.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

Spicers Balfour
Spicers Balfour Hotel
Spicers Balfour Hotel New Farm
Spicers Balfour New Farm
Spicers Balfour Hotel Hotel
Spicers Balfour Hotel New Farm
Spicers Balfour Hotel Hotel New Farm

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Spicers Balfour Hotel?

Spicers Balfour Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Spicers Balfour Hotel?

As of 16 Feb 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Spicers Balfour Hotel on 13 Mar 2025 start from AU$279.65, 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.

Is parking available at Spicers Balfour Hotel?

Yep, Spicers Balfour Hotel has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Spicers Balfour Hotel?

The closest beach to Spicers Balfour Hotel is Shorncliffe Beach (16.2 km).

What makes Spicers Balfour Hotel a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus pillowtop beds in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Spicers Balfour Hotel.

Is Spicers Balfour Hotel family-friendly?

No, Spicers Balfour Hotel is an adults-only property.

Does Spicers Balfour Hotel serve breakfast?

Yeah, cooked-to-order brekkie is available daily from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Spicers Balfour Hotel?

No, Spicers Balfour Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Spicers Balfour Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at Spicers Balfour Hotel?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Spicers Balfour Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 255 out of 318 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 51 out of 318 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 318 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 318 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 318 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast was amazing! You can't tell how close you are to the city from your room.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely place to stay.
Lovely boutique hotel. Staff was terrific and breakfast, served on a gorgeous verandah, was delicious.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Woendi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Spencer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful room. Excellent staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a great stay staff very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a great boutique hotel with a wonderful breakfast menu! We were so comfortable and loved walking over to the river for dinner in the evening.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful Stay
Such a wonderful stay. The room was beautiful and felt very exclusive. The staff were so friendly and warm. The breaky each morning was DELICIOUS! Definitely reccomend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ralph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location with an easy walk into the Vally, CBD, New Farm and Newstead. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Hugh

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

2/10 Terrible

John and Pam

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Things didn’t work and we had a room that stunk of sewerage, complained but nothing was done about it. I thought l,d booked a suite but it was a very very small room, never stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was extremely nice, service was great and perfect location for the night.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Griffin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Brilliant stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Natarsha

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We absolutely loved our stay at this beautiful property. The staff made you feel right at home from the moment we arrived to when we left. Big shout out to Murray for the care and chats. The homely, luxurious and spacious rooms and main building were perfect for our weekend away together, and walkable to New Farm, Valley Shopping, the river and DBC as well as the Howard Smith Wharves precinct. Highly recommend and wouldn't hesitate to stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

derrick

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice, well maintained clean room. Spacious well designed bathroom / shower.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

David

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed our stay. Suggestions: 1. I do not understand why you don't have the larger Nespresso machine which uses the larger capsules and can provide a larger cup of coffee 2. the coffee capsules were not topped up each day 3. Water pressure in shower was poor
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Trish

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had just such a lovely stay sadly only for one night at this gem of a hotel. The staff were so friendly, welcoming and helpful from start to finish. The food is amazing, we dined there in the evening. Go for the breakfast which was included in our stay, it’s fantastic! You may feel you’re out of the city but everything is much near than you think. Great rooftop bar to watch the sunset to end the day!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ron

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
We liked the fact that it was close to cafes and restaurants in New Farm. Felt the room was too dark and the bathroom / toilet had no door , only a shower curtain separating the bed from the bathroom/toilet . No privacy !
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Bronwyn

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022