Palazzo VersacevsAnnie's Shandon Inn
Annie's Shandon Inn and Palazzo Versace are both recommended by writers. Overall, Palazzo Versace scores significantly better than Annie's Shandon Inn. Palazzo Versace comes in at #1 in Gold Coast with accolades from 4 reviews such as Fodor's, The Telegraph and oyster.com.
Palazzo Versace
Sea World Dr., PO Box 137, Main Beach, Queensland 4217
From $292/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Fodor's
"The famous Italian fashion house lent its flair to this expansive, opulent waterfront hotel—the first of its kind in the world." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"It’s 15 years since Palazzo Versace opened its doors on Australia’s Gold Coast as the world’s first fashion-branded hotel and the epitome of glamour and luxury." Full review
Oyster
Luxury
"An exclusive five-pearl property with a Versace boutique, a private marina, and close access to Surfers Paradise." Full review
Afar Magazine
"Luxury and opulence define Donatella Versace’s fashion sense." Full review
Lonely Planet
"A glitzy Roman pastiche, the Palazzo Versace is the Gold Coast all over, from its opulent rooms (205 in total) to its sprawling restaurants and bars." Full review
Michelin Guide
"Rather improbably situated on Queensland’s Gold Coast is one of the more eccentric hotel ventures we’ve ever seen — the Palazzo Versace, a monument to Milan-via-Miami haute decadence, is a joint venture between the eponymous fashion house and an Australian property developer, and is roughly one part tribute to the late Gianni Versace and two parts over-the-top luxury-resort fantasy" Full review
Annie's Shandon Inn
405 Upper Edward St, Brisbane, Queensland 4000
From $54/night
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Kitchenette
- Air Conditioning
- Breakfast included
Lonely Planet
"In a central location within walking distance of the CBD... Most guests find it fair value for the money, though the walls are thin and it can be noisy in the morning." Full review
Rough Guide
"Family-run B&B with oldfashioned but cosy rooms (some share bathrooms) just a 5min walk from the city centre. $89."