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Hotel Kingsley

4.0 star property
Motel with free parking, 4-minute walk to Portside Wharf

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Located close to Eat Street Northshore, Kingsford Smith Motel offers a warm welcome with free in-room WiFi, a serene garden, and convenient laundry services. Guests praise the helpful staff and appreciate perks like free self parking, luggage storage, tour assistance.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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Showing 6 of 6 rooms

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Superior Room (Queen) | Desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Superior Room (Queen)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(61 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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King Deluxe | Desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

King Deluxe

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(45 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Triple Room | Desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Triple Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Twin Room | Desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Twin Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Family Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 55 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Deluxe Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
610 Kingsford Smith Drive, Hamilton, QLD, 4007

What's nearby

  • Portside Wharf - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Eat Street Northshore - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • DFO Brisbane - 3 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Roma Street Parkland - 10 min drive - 5.2 miles
  • Suncorp Stadium - 12 min drive - 5.9 miles

Getting around

  • Brisbane Doomben Station - 13 min walk
  • Brisbane Airport (BNE) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Milani House of Gelato - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Byblós - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪H Cafe And Bar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Gino's Restaurant - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪KOS - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Hotel Kingsley

Upscale motel near Portside Wharf
Located close to Eat Street Northshore and DFO Brisbane, Hotel Kingsley provides a coffee shop/cafe, a garden, and dry cleaning/laundry services. The on-site restaurant, Hotel Kingsley, offers breakfast, dinner, and garden views. In addition to a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this motel include:
  • Free self parking
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), express check-out, and free newspapers
  • An elevator, laundry services, and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and proximity to the airport
Room features
All guestrooms at Hotel Kingsley feature thoughtful touches such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and separate sitting areas. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Free toiletries and hair dryers
  • TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, separate sitting areas, and refrigerators

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; AUD 4.50 to 50 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Hotel Kingsley

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Separate bedroom
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laundry detergent
  • Phone
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: AUD 40.00
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Friday (7:00 AM - 7:00 PM) and Saturday - Sunday (8:00 AM - 7:00 PM)
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk, lockbox

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 35.0 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are available for AUD 15.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately AUD 4.50 to 50 per person
  • Early check-in fee: AUD 40.00 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 15.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 35.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts major credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property
Parking height restrictions apply

Property is also known as

Kingsford Motel
Kingsford Smith Hamilton
Kingsford Smith Motel
Kingsford Smith Motel Hamilton
Kingsford Smith Motel Motel
Kingsford Smith Motel Hamilton
Kingsford Smith Motel Motel Hamilton

Frequently asked questions

Is Hotel Kingsley pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Hotel Kingsley?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Early check-in is available for a fee of AUD 40.00 (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Hotel Kingsley?

Check-out is at 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Hotel Kingsley located?

Located in Hamilton, this motel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Portside Wharf and Eat Street Northshore. DFO Brisbane and Queen Street Mall are also within 6 mi (10 km). Brisbane Doomben Station is 13 minutes by foot and Brisbane Ascot Station is 19 minutes.

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Hotel Kingsley Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 708 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 236 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 43 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 1000 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very friendly and helpful. It is a nice place and convenient to the airport. We would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Dinner at the in house restaurant was good and very handy. The staff is always friendly and very helpful
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The propert was clean, staff helpful. Didn't have breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was our second time staying at this hotel in the last year or two and we will most definitely be back again in the future. The rooms are extremely comfortable and feel lovely and spacious. They are perfectly clean and fresh which is very important to us. Parking at the hotel is easy and free. Thanks again for another wonderful stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice property, with onsite parking. Very friendly staff, made check in easy & very welcoming. Provided information with regards to nearby restaurants. Rooms clean, comfy bed. Close to Brisbane Airport.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Pauline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close to the airport, Portside Wharf (shopping and dining) and Eat Streets (dining and live music). Was expecting it to be nosier as on a main road but our room was facing the car park so noise was minimal. Room was clean. Would return.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing stay as always
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice to stay at
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is nice and clean and well located for the Airport and the Cruise Terminal, it does suffer from road noise though. Staff are lovely and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful owners, Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent staff, convenient to cruise terminal and eat street
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Roy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient, clean and spacious rooms with free parking.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So friendly lots of dining - shops etc near by And loved the shuttle to airport Very clean and we enjoyed the pool
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Handy to where I wanted to be & lovely hosts
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Seth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great facility easy access with two dining options within walking distance.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ronald W

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Helen and her staff were so friendly and helpful. Before leaving we felt like family. Wonderful!!!!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ricca Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The owner is very friendly, feels like home.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adrian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy to get to, bedroom was spacious and clean
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tammy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable room and Helen was an amazing host! She explained the area and suggested places to eat and shop. We even learned of the rideshare app Didi which saved us a few dollars during our trip. Would recommend staying here for sure!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

TREVOR

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Immaculate rooms, very helpful and friendly hosts
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gaynor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff is excellent, very happy & helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff were great and very helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy access to riverfront dining. Staff very pleasant.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and helpful staff. Very clean rooms with amazingly comfortable beds. The cruise port shuttle was a great bonus.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

SUZANNE

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was nice and clean. Staff was very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

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