Name: Central Hillcrest
Address: Brisbane, AU
Price range: From $188

Central Hillcrest, BrisbaneCentral Hillcrest in Brisbane, Australia has a corrected score of 3.0 ± 0.2 (solid evidence, 3 of 4 platforms), ranked 128 of 171 hotels we score in Brisbane. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 2.9 before correction: Booking.com 3.0, Tripadvisor 2.6, Google 3.0. Rooms from about $188 a night (cached, not a live quote).Central Hillcrest is a four-star boutique apartment hotel situated on Vulture Street in South Brisbane. Located near the South Bank Parklands and Mater Private Hospital, the property provides apartments with views of the Brisbane River and city skyline. Facilities include an outdoor swimming pool, a spa, a sauna, and an on-site restaurant. The hotel offers free parking and Wi-Fi, making it a practical choice for families or those visiting the nearby Gabba. While the location is central to local attractions and transport, some guests have reported that the room furniture is dated and mismatched.What stands out

Free on-site parking

River and skyline views

Close to South Bank Parklands

On-site pool and spa

Watch out for

Dated room furniture

Inconsistent bed quality

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