Newstead
Brisbane
Popular places to visit
South Bank Parklands
After visiting South Bank Parklands, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Brisbane. Amble around this romantic area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Brisbane Showgrounds
Enjoy a stop at Brisbane Showgrounds, an entertaining place to visit in Brisbane. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this culturally rich area.
The Gabba
Catch an event at The Gabba during your trip to Brisbane. Amble around this culturally rich area's riverfront or experience its fascinating museums.
Queen Street Mall
Visit Brisbane's premier shopping destination, where modern shops & boutiques are set behind 19th & 20th century building facades.
Roma Street Parkland
Take time out from the busy city centre and step into a paradise of calm with spacious green lawns, water features, flowers, public art and plant life.
Treasury Building
A magnificent 19th-century building and riverside jewel that is now host to one of Queensland’s biggest casinos and entertainment precincts.
Things to do
Plaza Premium Lounge at Brisbane Airport (BNE)
Tamborine Mountain - Hop On Hop Off - From Brisbane
Full-Day Moreton Island 4x4 Sightseeing Tour
Dolphin & Tangalooma Wrecks Snorkel Cruise & Lunch - Brisbane
Brisbane: Sunset City Lights Cruise 5.30pm or 6pm *seasonal
Top hotels in Newstead
The Star Grand Brisbane
Generally very good however the room service menus had very little gluten free options and very little allergy information generally.
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
Ibis Styles Brisbane Elizabeth Street
The room was clean and tidy, but needed more storage. I appreciate the cost, however, more hooks would have been adequate. Also there were no tissues. The staff were nice. Best was the location....magnificent.
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
Capri by Fraser, Brisbane
Beautiful building. Great location. Lovely staff
Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026
Amora Hotel Brisbane
Exceptional service & facilities
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
ibis Brisbane Airport Hotel
Room was clean and extremely comfortable. Staff were extremely helpful and courteous, amenities and restaurant were excellent. Fantastic overall particularly the early check in option. Thank you.
Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026
Rydges South Bank
The staff where very nice and helpful with any questions we had. Just the rooms need to have handsoap in the bathrooms as there was none and had to buy or own. The handle in the sink needs to be longer as when you wash your hands it touches the basin. Shower pressure was really good. Other wise a ...
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Newstead
Bowen Hills
Bowen Hills is noteworthy for its bars, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Brisbane Showgrounds and Perry Park.
Fortitude Valley
Fortitude Valley is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Fortitude Music Hall and Brunswick Street Mall while in the area.
Hamilton
The abundant dining options and stunning river views are top of the list for many visitors to Hamilton. A stop by Bretts Wharf Ferry Terminal or Portside Wharf might round out your trip.
New Farm
Unique features of New Farm include the river views and coffee shops. Make a stop by Brisbane Powerhouse or Howard Smith Wharves while you're exploring the area.
Kangaroo Point
The ample dining options and beautiful river views are top of the list for many visitors to Kangaroo Point. A stop by Holman Street Ferry Terminal or Thornton Street Ferry Terminal might round out your trip.
Spring Hill
You'll love the popular shops in Spring Hill, and you might want to stick around to check out Old Windmill & Observatory, a top place to visit.
