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Where to stay on a budget at Brisbane Airport International Terminal

The short answer: Take the free terminal bus and walk to ibis. It is the cheapest stay that does not need a taxi. ibis budget is cheaper again, but add about $38 for the taxi.

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The short list at a glance

Three budget stays for the International Terminal, compared on the room plus the transfer.

StayHow you reach the hotelHotel to check-inRoom, typicalTransferTypical total
Our pickibis Brisbane AirportHotel shuttle or free terminal busHotel shuttle $9 a person, every 40 minutes, 03:35–09:55, about 15 minutes. Or the free terminal bus to Domestic and a five-minute walk. Book a seat in advance.16 minA$189–A$369A$0A$189–A$369
Best valueibis budget Brisbane AirportTaxi or rideshareAbout 15 minutes; taxi or rideshare; a shuttle is reported but not confirmed20 minA$158–A$459A$38A$196–A$497
Also considerLowest totalBest Western Airport 85 MotelTaxi or rideshareAbout 15 minutes; no airport shuttle found20 minA$189–A$284A$38A$227–A$322

Totals are a typical room for one night plus getting to the terminal, for two adults, one way. Prices are the lowest and highest we found across the dates we sampled. A stay still shown as "To be confirmed" has a price or fare we could not confirm. Checked October 2026; your dates may cost more or less.

The stays, and why

Our pick

ibis Brisbane Airport

Hotel shuttle or free terminal bus16 min to check-inNo transfer cost
The ibis Brisbane Airport tower on the left and the Pullman Brisbane Airport tower at dusk, with an aircraft taking off behind.
Room, typical
A$189–A$369
Transfer
A$0Free terminal bus to Domestic, then a short walk; the $9 hotel shuttle is optional
Typical total
A$189–A$369
Who it suits
Budget travellers on an international flight who want to avoid a taxi.
Why we would choose it
The cheapest hotel on the free terminal bus and short walk route.
The compromise
Smaller rooms; you still cannot walk from International.
Worth paying more?
No. This is the value pick.
Best value

ibis budget Brisbane Airport

Taxi or rideshare20 min to check-inAbout 15 minutes; taxi or rideshare; a shuttle is reported but not confirmed
The ibis budget Brisbane Airport building and entrance sign, seen from the car park.
Room, typical
A$158–A$459
Transfer
A$38Estimated A$35–40, one way
Typical total
A$196–A$497
Who it suits
The lowest room rate.
Why we would choose it
Usually the cheapest room, with family rooms and parking at about A$40 a day.
The compromise
A shuttle is reported but not confirmed; our total uses a taxi at about $38, so it may not be lower.
Worth paying more?
Only if the room rate is well below ibis and you do not mind the taxi.
Also considerLowest total

Best Western Airport 85 Motel

Taxi or rideshare20 min to check-inAbout 15 minutes; no airport shuttle found
A motel room with a queen bed, two single beds and a desk at Best Western Airport 85 Motel.
Room, typical
A$189–A$284
Transfer
A$38Estimated A$35–40, one way
Typical total
A$227–A$322
Who it suits
A cheap stay with free breakfast and parking.
Why we would choose it
About 15 minutes away, with free breakfast when you book direct.
The compromise
No airport shuttle; add a taxi.
Worth paying more?
If you are driving, maybe.

Not quite your trip?

The right stay changes with the situation and the terminal.

Dep 06:40

Early flight

Sleep close enough that the morning is a short walk or a short ride.

Early flight staysArr 23:55

Late arrival

Get from the gate to a bed without waiting on a shuttle that has stopped.

Late arrival staysConnect 9h

Overnight connection

Decide whether to stay inside the terminal, next to it, or head out.

Connection staysFamily × 4

Family trip

Rooms that fit everyone, and a transfer that works with bags and a buggy.

Family staysLayover 7h

Long layover

A day room, a shower or a few hours out. What is realistic in the time you have.

Layover optionsStep-free

Older travellers

A short, calm route from the room to check-in, with as few steps, waits and transfers as possible.

Stays for older travellers
Budget stay from another terminalDomestic TerminalEverything for International TerminalThe Brisbane Airport guide

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