Queensland Casino Profile
The Star Brisbane Navigator & Precinct Transit Guide
The Star Brisbane sits within the Queen's Wharf precinct at 33 William Street in the Brisbane central business district. Staged openings began on 29 August 2024 following the permanent closure of the Treasury Brisbane casino on 25 August 2024. If you are planning a trip to Queen's Wharf, this guide maps out street entrances, river crossings, car park access, and connections across Queensland.
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Position 3 · QLDAccessibility score
- Airport Access & Transit25 / 30Central rail and bus hubs sit within walking distance, but official pages do not publish airport drive distances or transit times.
- Parking Facilities17 / 20Multiple car park entrances operate 24/7 with a 2.1-metre height restriction, though local roadworks require detour routes.
- Setting & Walkability20 / 20Direct riverfront setting in the CBD with footbridge connection straight to South Bank cultural grounds.
- Fact Transparency12 / 15Hotel room totals and venue layouts are well documented, but official sources omit gaming floor machine and table numbers.
- Onward Interstate Connections13 / 15Positioned as the main transit hub for south-east Queensland, linking south toward the Gold Coast.
Location, Precinct Layout and Access Points
The Star Brisbane anchors the Queen's Wharf redevelopment along the Brisbane River. The physical address is 33 William Street, positioning the complex directly inside the city centre. Pedestrian access across the river is facilitated by the Neville Bonner Bridge, which links South Bank directly to Level 4 (The Terrace) of the property. The footbridge opened alongside the property's first phase on 29 August 2024 and was designed to handle an estimated 10,000 pedestrian crossings daily.
For those navigating the city on foot or via public transport, the precinct sits near several transit nodes. Roma Street, Central, and South Brisbane railway stations are all within walking distance. Brisbane's Uptown bus hub is located a short walk away, while the North Quay ferry stop provides ferry connections. Cyclists can reach the property via the Bicentennial Bikeway, which connects to dedicated end-of-ride facilities within the precinct. When evaluating properties on the map and ranking, central walkability remains a key benchmark under how accessibility is scored.
Car Parking Entrances and Vehicle Heights
Vehicle access to The Star Brisbane car park is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, subject to bay availability. Driveway entrances are located on William Street, Queen's Wharf Road, and Margaret Street. The precinct divides parking into Car Parks A, B, and C: Car Park A is reached via a left turn from William Street, Car Park B from Queen's Wharf Road, and Car Park C via a right turn from William Street. Drivers should note that a height clearance limit of 2.1 metres applies across the underground parking structures.
Valet parking services operate via the porte-cochère at 33 William Street for guests staying at The Star Grand. Due to ongoing precinct roadworks, drivers may be directed to use an alternate arrival route via the Elizabeth Street off-ramp. Full details on parking layouts and city-centre drive comparisons can be reviewed in the distance table.
On-Site Hotel Accommodation and Amenities
The primary hotel on site is The Star Grand, offering 340 hotel rooms, which includes four penthouses. Room categories include City King, City Accessible, City Twin, River King, and River Accessible, alongside higher-tier suites such as the City Suite, River Suite, Skyline City Suite, and Skyline Penthouse Suite. Hotel guests have access to the Isoletto Pool Club on Level 7, which features three heated swimming pools overlooking the river, a sauna, a steam room, an indoor gymnasium, and a pool bar.
Additional hotel developments within the precinct structure, such as the Dorsett and Rosewood towers, are designated for subsequent construction phases. The heritage Treasury Hotel building is also listed as part of future stage transitions. Readers evaluating regional accommodation options in Queensland can compare these facilities against regional houses, including The Star Gold Coast located roughly 66 to 71.4 kilometres south-southeast.
Dining, Sky Deck and Precinct Features
The property includes a wide selection of dining and entertainment spaces spread across multiple levels. A central architectural feature is the Sky Deck, positioned 100 metres above the Brisbane River. The 250-metre rooftop structure includes a glass-bottom observation deck and hosts venues such as Aloria, Babblers, and Cicada Blu. At street and terrace levels, dining options include Sokyo, Cucina Regina, Fat Noodle, Food Quarter, Black Hide Steak & Seafood by Gambaro, Dark Shepherd, Azteca, LÚC LẮC, and Pompette.
The venue's 3,500-square-metre Event Centre houses a 1,440-seat ballroom equipped with a pre-function bar and an outdoor terrace facing the Story Bridge. Gaming facilities occupy five per cent of the overall Queen's Wharf precinct footprint and run 24 hours a day, seven days a week, with closures observed on Christmas Day, Good Friday, and ANZAC Day. Entry to gaming areas is strictly restricted to adults aged 18 years and over with valid photo identification.
You can check rates at the hotel directly on their official website, or ask our desk to plan the route for your upcoming trip.
Verdict
Route it in when
You want modern hotel accommodation directly integrated into Brisbane CBD with direct pedestrian access across the river to South Bank.
Route around it when
You require exact published driving times from Brisbane Airport before arrival, or need self-parking for vehicles taller than 2.1 metres.
A riverfront CBD precinct property with direct footbridge access and comprehensive urban transport links.