"The famous Italian fashion house lent its flair to this expansive, opulent waterfront hotel—the first of its kind in the world." Full review

"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

"An exclusive five-pearl property with a Versace boutique, a private marina, and close access to Surfers Paradise." Full review

"Luxury and opulence define Donatella Versace’s fashion sense." Full review

"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

"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

"One of Brisbane’s biggest hostels, this busy, well-run place has clean facilities, fairsized rooms, a small pool, free undercover parking and good work connections."

"On the Upper Roma St hostel row, this hyperactive party palace makes good use of its limited outdoor space, including a viewing tower, pool and barbecue area." Full review

"A hyperactive, low-frills party palace with basic four- to 16-bed dorms, as well as private rooms, some with bathrooms" Full review