Sleep Easy With Queensland's Line Up of New Hotels

New hotels in Queensland are popping up all over the place. From inner city global branded business hotels to outback retreats and coastal resorts, Queensland is a hive of accommodation news. Here are some of the new hotels and major refurbished properties that will help you dream sweet.

Jupiters Hotel and Casino, Gold Coast

Gold Coast icon, Jupiter's Hotel and Casino is undergoing one of Australia's most extensive refurbishments worth $345 million. Highlights include a world-class Penthouse, Deluxe Executive Rooms, lavish Ocean Terrace Suites, upgraded pool and a six-star 17-storey all-suite hotel that will all be completed prior to the Gold Coast 2018 Commonwealth Games. www.jupitersgoldcoast.com.au

Ibis Styles Brisbane Elizabeth Street, Brisbane

Opened in March 2016, ibis Styles Brisbane Elizabeth Street is the largest new-build ibis hotel in Australia. The 368 room hotel features uninterrupted views of Brisbane River and the South Bank cultural precinct. http://accorhotels.com.au/hotel/ibis-styles-brisbane-elizabeth-street

Rydges Fortitude Valley, Brisbane

The doors to the 'Ekka' themed Rydges Fortitude Valley officially opened on April 14. Located in the historic Royal International Convention Centre and the Brisbane Showgrounds on the fringe of the lively Fortitude Valley precinct, most of the hotel's 208 rooms overlook the main show ring used for the Ekka parades (Brisbane Exhibition).http://www.rydges.com/accommodation/brisbane-qld/fortitude-valley-brisbane/welcome/

Pumpkin Island, Southern Great Barrier Reef

Release your inner (budget-friendly) rock star and hire an entire tropical island for less than $2,000 per night. Pumpkin Island on the Southern Great Barrier Reef reopened on April 1, 2016 after the three year lease to Queensland beer icon, XXXX, ended. New bungalows are under construction and existing oceanfront villas have been refreshed to convert the former XXXX Island into a Swiss Family Robinson style remote getaway that sleeps up to 25 people. Book one of the seven self-catering cottages or lash out and hire the entire island for one of Australia's best island escapes. http://www.pumpkinisland.com.au/

The Ville Resort-Casino, Townsville

Townsville's The Ville Resort-Casino is undergoing a $35 million refurbishment. Phase one included the refurbishment of 66 rooms with phase two involving the demolition of the existing Aqua restaurant to make way for new restaurant The Palm House, a modern market buffet with live cooking stations, indoor and poolside dining. http://www.the-ville.com.au/

Lagoons 1770 Resort and Spa, Agnes Water

Luxury has arrived in the town of 1770 with the opening of the $50 million 4.5 star Lagoons 1770 Resort and Spa. Featuring a jaw-dropping lagoon pool and a man-made tropical island, this is the region's first full-service holiday resort and it sits less than 100 metres from Australia's northernmost surf beach. http://www.lagoons1770.com.au/

Gilberton Outback Retreat, Outback

A rustic but luxurious take on the iconic tin shed, Gilberton Outback Retreat offers a genuine outback retreat built on the beautiful Gilbert River some 340km south west of Cairns. Take in uninterrupted views of the River from the comfort of the room or opt to join the aboriginal art tour to view ancient Indigenous rock art. There are no phones, TV or internet available allowing you to truly relax. www.gilbertonoutbackretreat.com

Stable luxury in Outback Queensland, Outback

Hit the hay in heritage style with Kinnon & Co's brand new 4.5 star accommodation, Homestead Stables, in Longreach.Inspired by the stable-boys' quarters on a traditional outback station, there's also a traditional style claw foot bath tub lined up on the outdoor bath terrace. www.kinnonandco.com.au

New Mantra springs into Brisbane

Check in to the purpose-built 110 room Mantra Richmont Hotel in the historic suburb of Spring Hill, less than one kilometre from downtown Brisbane. Opened in May 2016, guests can enjoy a taste of Brisbane's history by dining in Kennigo Social Restaurant, a refurbished 1875 Queenslander character home located in the hotel complex. www.mantra.com.au

Alex Perry Hotel & Apartments, Brisbane

A boutique apartment hotel bearing the hallmark style of the Australian fashion icon Alex Perry opened in Brisbane's Fortitude Valley late last year. Perry's trademark style is visible in the custom blend luxe toiletries to the arm chairs, bed linen, artworks, tapware and the sleek cabinetry. The 140 studio, one, two bedrooms and executive style apartments also feature a lap pool, barbecue pavilion and sweeping 280 degree views of the CBD, Story Bridge and Fortitude Valley.http://alexperryhotelandapartments.com.au/

Hotels in the pipeline

Banyan Tree, Brisbane

Singaporean brand, Banyan Tree, will open two new properties in Queensland, including Banyan Tree Residence Brisbane, a luxury $150 million private residence oriented to capture the Brisbane skyline from Kangaroo Point. The organisation has also acquired prime real-estate at Surfers Paradise, Gold Coast to build a landmark 426-apartment complex over two towers.
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W Hotel, Brisbane

Construction on Australia's only W Hotel is underway at 300 George Street, Brisbane, with the $800 million, 305-room six-star hotel scheduled to open by the close of 2017. One of three towers in a multi-use residential and commercial complex, the prestigious W Brisbane will feature an indoor swimming pool, three restaurants, and an Extreme Wow Suite, the W brand's version of the traditional Presidential Suite. http://www.starwoodhotels.com/whotels/property/overview/index.html?propertyID=4187

The Emporium Hotel, South Bank

Regarded as one of Australia's leading boutique hotels, The Emporium Fortitude Valley will welcome a new family member –The Emporium Southbank – in 2017. The $590 million mixed-use, three-tower complex includes a boutique hotel featuring an infinity pool and sky deck overlooking the city. http://lastpieceofsouthbank.com/new-emporium-hotel

Icon Northshore Hamilton, Brisbane

A new legend will emerge in Brisbane's prestigious suburb of Hamilton. The $650 million Icon Northshore Hamiltondevelopment includes a five-star 227 room hotel. W: http://www.northshorehamilton.com.au/

The Johnson, Brisbane

The River City is set to welcome its first Art Series Hotel, The Johnson. Due to open later in 2016, the $155 million development will be housed in a heritage-listed Karl Langer building in Spring Hill and feature around 100 guest suites.http://www.artserieshotels.com.au/johnson/

Pullman Brisbane Airport

Brisbane Airport's first five-star hotel, Pullman Brisbane Airport is due to welcome its first guests in late 2016.http://accorhotels.com.au/press/new-pullman-and-ibis-brisbane-airport-hotels-and-conference-centre-break-ground

Queens Wharf Development, Brisbane

Construction is scheduled to begin in 2017 on Echo Entertainment's massive $3 billion redevelopment of Queen's Wharf. Under the plans, Brisbane's Treasury Casino will morph into a five-star Ritz Carlton Hotel and at least four other premium hotels will feature. W: http://www.statedevelopment.qld.gov.au/major-projects/queens-wharf-brisbane.html

Howard Smith Wharves Redevelopment

A world class recreation, lifestyle, event and tourism destination is underway in Brisbane with the Howard Smith Wharves redevelopment project. A 3.43 hectare site will be transformed into a riverside precinct with more than 2.7 hectares of public open space, a 164 room hotel, an exhibition centre and restaurants and cafes. The development will connect the New Farm Riverwalk and the CBD, revitalise Petrie Bight and respect the heritage of the site.http://www.howardsmithwharves.com/

Jewel, Gold Coast

Chinese property giant Dalian Wanda Group has signed a joint venture agreement with Ridong Group to develop a $970 million dollar project in prime beachfront land immediately south of Surfers Paradise on the Gold Coast. Jewel will feature 500 apartments, 171 hotel rooms and a luxury retail precinct spread over three towers. W: www.jewelapartments.com