Name: The Calile Hotel
Address: Brisbane, AU
Price range: From $243

The Calile Hotel, BrisbaneThe Calile Hotel in Brisbane, Australia has a corrected score of 3.3 ± 0.6 (thin evidence, no platform scores), ranked 79 of 171 hotels we score in Brisbane. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 4.5 before correction. Rooms from about $243 a night (cached, not a live quote).The Calile Hotel is a 175-room urban resort in the James Street precinct of Fortitude Valley, Brisbane. Its contemporary subtropical design centres on an outdoor pool with sun loungers and cabanas, and there is a day spa offering massages and body scrubs. Dining covers four Greek restaurants, including the Lobby Bar and the well-regarded Hellenika. Rooms are spacious with comfortable beds, air conditioning, minibars and filtered water taps on each floor. A gym, business centre, valet parking and free Wi-Fi round out the facilities, and children are welcome. The location suits shoppers and diners, with the Brisbane Powerhouse about 3 km away. It is a premium property, with rates from around $243 a night, so it may not suit budget travellers.What stands out

Spacious, spotless rooms with comfortable beds

Large pool with cabanas and loungers

Four Greek restaurants on site

Friendly, attentive staff

Watch out for

Nightly rates start around $243

Powerhouse venue is 3 km away

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