{"id":35493,"date":"2014-11-12T09:47:22","date_gmt":"2014-11-12T09:47:22","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.lastminute.co.nz\/blog\/?p=35493"},"modified":"2014-12-15T23:49:09","modified_gmt":"2014-12-15T23:49:09","slug":"hotel-review-the-next-best-thing-to-come-out-of-brisbane","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.lastminute.co.nz\/vc\/blog\/hotel-review-the-next-best-thing-to-come-out-of-brisbane\/","title":{"rendered":"Hotel review | the NEXT best thing to come out of Brisbane"},"content":{"rendered":"
Brisbane<\/a> has been long overdue for some \u2018ooh-la-la\u2019 additions to its hotel menu, so when I get word there’s going be five new luxury hotels by the G20 summit, I\u2019m giddy with excitement.As soon as I\u2019m invited to check out the NEXT Hotel<\/a>, my bag\u2019s half packed! I\u2019ve been admiring the hotel\u2019s growth of hi-tech ideas shaped by the SilverNeedle Hotels Group and can\u2019t wait to try them out.
\nThe fact I can choose to control my entire stay from a smartphone using their NEXT Hotel app<\/strong> is next level exciting and I\u2019m not prepared for the awesomeness of the #wethinkofeverything facilities.<\/p>\n
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The NEXT app allows you to have a hush-hush stay and go from check in through to check out without any need to mingle with staff<\/p><\/div>\n

As soon as I arrive, it\u2019s clear that everyone is treated as a VIP guest (if you choose to interact with staff ;)) You\u2019ll have access to their 24 hour club lounge and cafe, 24 hour onsite gym, free Wi-Fi, four mini bar items of your choice, fluffy robes and his\/her flip flops for the pool which has handy private elevator access. No one likes to flash \u2018n\u2019 drip their way back to their room \ud83d\ude09<\/p>\n

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All rooms come equipped with a Samsung smartphone which doubles as a room card and a remote control to lighting and air control. Stay connected with free WiFi and local calls on the phone too.
\nFlying in or out? You can check your flights\u2019 status from the comfort of your bed! The NEXT in-house TV programme has this feature available – convenience \u2713<\/p>\n

Tucked away via the valet parking entry NEXT to the hotel runs Burnett Lane<\/strong>, which has many bars dotted along the laneway leading onto Queen St Mall<\/strong>. Most of the bars are small in size, but gutsy in their menu choices with delish cocktails and light gourmet meals. Look them up; Survey & Co<\/a>, Felix<\/a>, Super What Not<\/a> and Brew<\/a>.
\nBut, if you decide to stay in, Lennons Pool Terrace is so sweet!<\/p>\n

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Lennons Pool Terrace and Bar by night<\/p><\/div>\n

Lennons Pool Bar and Terrace<\/strong> challenges the inner-city bar rivals on their cool factor, with a weekly schedule of themed events including food and drink (they\u2019re also ea$y on the pocket).<\/p>\n

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\"Brekkie<\/a>

Brekkie can be as simple or as generous as you like, with a choice of a sit-down A la carte or buffet at Lennons Restaurant and Bar<\/p><\/div>\n

Lennons Restaurant and Bar<\/strong> exists within the original Lennon\u2019s Hotel ballroom, giving the space a grand feel. Its large scale d\u00e9cor, creates a luxe dining effect.<\/p>\n

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You can also get lunch takeaway, for those who nom on the run<\/p><\/div>\n

After brekkie, it\u2019s time for a power nap.<\/strong>
\nYou gotta try<\/strong> the sleeping pods in the NEXT transit zone. These nooks give early guests a place to rest before check in, or in my case, a pit stop novelty that I must try out to believe it\u2019s real. I\u2019ve never seen these fab contraptions at any other hotel in my travels = hotel first \u2713<\/p>\n

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\"ZZZZZzzz<\/a>

ZZZZZzzz I was everything BUT sleepy sitting in these pods \u2013 I was like a big kid in a space craft \ud83d\ude42<\/p><\/div>\n

What lies beneath?<\/b>
\nOnly the very latest mega clothing chain to grace our OZ shores (and my credit card) Forever 21! Hot tip: go there the day you arrive, as the lines to try on and buy can get a little too long. Make note of your must haves, then pop back in when they open the next morning \u2013 fully stocked, and no lines, you\u2019ll be in and out in no time ;)<br\/<\/p>\n

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NEXT Hotel Brisbane is the first of its kind, with plans to grow their brand within Australia – next stop Sydney!
\nWhat\u2019s the most tech-savvy hotel you\u2019ve been to?<\/strong><\/p>\n

Book a stay at the NEXT Hotel<\/a><\/div>\n
All hotels in Brisbane<\/a><\/div>\n
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