Collection: HOTELS in the CBD/ FORTITUDE VALLEY

Hotels in Brisbane’s city and suburbs have a long history closely tied to the city’s colonial beginnings and its development as a river-based settlement. In the 19th century, early hotels—often referred to as pubs or inns—were established along key transport routes, particularly near the Brisbane River and emerging town centres, to serve travellers, workers, and settlers. These establishments were not only places for accommodation but also important social hubs where communities gathered. As Brisbane expanded outward into surrounding suburbs, hotels followed, becoming central features of growing neighbourhoods and reflecting the architectural styles and social customs of their time, including the iconic Queenslander-influenced designs seen in many older suburban hotels.