Karana Downs Travel Guide
Brisbane
Visit Karana Downs
Popular places to visit
South Bank Parklands
After visiting South Bank Parklands, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Brisbane. Amble around this romantic area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Queen Street Mall
Shop for books or fashion, grab a bite to eat in a restaurant or bar and watch street performers entertain the crowds along Brisbane’s central shopping district.
The Gabba
Catch an event at The Gabba during your trip to Brisbane. Amble around this culturally rich area's riverfront or experience its fascinating museums.
Brisbane Showgrounds
Enjoy a stop at Brisbane Showgrounds, an entertaining place to visit in Brisbane. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this walkable area.
Treasury Building
A magnificent 19th-century building and riverside jewel that is now host to one of Queensland’s biggest casinos and entertainment precincts.
Roma Street Parkland
Stroll through this inner-city oasis with lake, subtropical flowers, native plants, public art and water features.
Things to do
Full-Day Moreton Island 4x4 Sightseeing Tour
Brisbane: Sunset City Lights Cruise 5.30pm or 6pm *seasonal
Brisbane River Cruise with entry to Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary
Top hotels in Karana Downs
Amora Hotel Brisbane
Nice hotel and I liked the room layout and the staff were great. At $550 a night I don’t think water in the room is too much to ask for along with a safe kettle and tea bags of a quality above floor sweepings and definitely not instant coffee! There were negatives but not the hotel’s fault. We didn’t ...
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Ibis Styles Brisbane Elizabeth Street
walkable location: easy access to shops, cafes, restaurants, public transport and southbank. Friendly staff
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Brisbane Skytower Apartments by CLLIX
The appartment was clean i had 4 towels 1 handtowel and 1 facewasher used first 2 towels went to use the other 2 on Saturday night found what looked like blood stain on it i didnt use it but put with the other towels used the last towel was also had a stain on it my only complaint
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Royal On The Park
Clean room, amazing staff, perfect location for the CBD as well as south brisbane
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Capri by Fraser, Brisbane
good in general, no complains
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
InterContinental Brisbane by IHG
Pleasant enough stay and the staff were all lovely but the hotel room we had is in desperate need of a proper deep clean. There were stains on every surface in the room including the ceiling. Disappointing as would expect more from an IHG hotel.
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Karana Downs
Toowong
Unique features of Toowong include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Toowong Village or Regatta Ferry Terminal while you're exploring the area.
West End
You'll enjoy the bars and parks in West End. You might want to make time for a stop at Brisbane Brewing Co. or West End Ferry Terminal.
Milton
Unique features of Milton include the river views and restaurants. Make a stop by XXXX Brewery or Suncorp Stadium while you're exploring the area.
South Brisbane
South Brisbane is a destination visitors seek out for its ample dining options, fascinating museums and beautiful river views. You might also want to check out attractions like Queensland Performing Arts Centre or Queensland Museum and Sciencentre while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
South Bank
South Bank is a destination visitors seek out for its abundant dining options, interesting museums and stunning river views. You might want to check out attractions like Streets Beach or Queensland Conservatorium while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Woolloongabba
Woolloongabba is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to The Gabba and Buranda Village while you're in town.
