Essence Apartments Chermside

541 Rode Rd., Chermside, QL 4032 Australia (AUS)
4.5 Star property
-27.392385153.024690
+1-800-219-2797
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Local attractions

Within easy access to the city or Brisbane Airport only 15minutes drive, or the Sunshine Coast or Gold Coast are only approx 1 hour drive. Southbank offers a selection of restaurants, cafes, swimming and tourist attractions. Approx. 10 min drive from hotel.
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Property description

Essence Apartments Chermside is located in the heart of this ever-popular inner-northern suburb. It is home to the second-largest shopping centre in Australia, a 16-screen cinema complex and a huge array of cafés and restaurants. Well-serviced by public transport, Chermside is just 10 minutes to both Brisbane Airports and the CBD – and offers immediate access to both Prince Charles Hospital and St Vincent's Private Hospital. Whether you want to relax in your spacious apartment or get out and about, it's the perfect place to stay.Whether you're coming to stay for business or leisure, for a night, a week or a month, we have a place for you to stay.We are pleased to offer all guests a free Grab & Go breakfast daily; milk, cereal, fruit cup & cookie, free wi-fi internet, Foxtel and free gym access offsite.Essence Apartments Chermside offers a stylish and modern meeting room with the ability to cater for up to 16 people in a board room style facility. Providing natural light, outdoor terrace and garden areas, full kitchen facilities, independently controlled air conditioning, remote LCD Flat screen TV. Our meeting room is the perfect location for a relaxed and productive working environment.Our professional and dedicated team, are on hand to ensure your event is a complete success, whether you need a quiet meeting for two or a presentation for 20.Maximum Capacity within the boardroom is as follows;Theatre Style 10 peopleU Shape Style 6-8 peopleBoardroom Style 10 peopleOur day package at $79 per person includesConference stationery and accessories including notepads, pens.High speed broadband internet connection;Audio visual equipment including a TV screen and whiteboardVenue hire for groups up to 14 delegates;Served on ArrivalTea and coffee available all day with freshly brewed coffee and selection of teas and infusions;Morning tea a selection of mini muffins, fresh cakes and slices;Working lunch a selection of freshly baked white, whole meal bread and tortilla wraps filled with gourmet meats, seafood with fresh salad and vegetables;Afternoon tea a selection of premium Australian and imported cheeses accompanied with water crackers;All are served with all breaks and charged for on consumptionAdditional optionsUpgrade options are available in addition to the day package *Terms and conditions apply, *Min.delegates per day required, additional cost apply for audio visual equipment. Conference Facilities AvailableInquire about our conference day packages, from only $69.00 per person. *Terms and conditions apply, *Min. delegates per day required.

Green sustainability

Essence Serviced Apartments in Chermside was built with the environment in mind. See below the list of environmentally friendly features within the property:Hot Water•Communal solar hot water system incorporating preheat storage and gas boosters •Individual hot water metering to each apartment •Water 100,000 litre underground stormwater tanks for irrigation and carwashing •Individual water metering to each apartment Electricity•100% Energy efficient lighting throughout building, with sensor control to communal lighting •100% Energy efficient lighting in each apartment Insulation•Insulation installed to external block walls and roofing Ventilation•Ceiling fans installed to all bedrooms & living areas •Flow through ventilation via windows in ensuites •Car park exhaust fans controlled via CO2 sensors, so fans only run when required

Details / Other expenses

Check-in: 14:00
Check-out: 10:00
Year of last renovation: 2019
Floors: 4
Rooms: 48
Corridors: All rooms have interior hallways
Non-smoking rooms: 60
Rooms with disabled access: 3
Rooms with one bed: 34
Rooms with two beds: 14
Suites: 14
Room windows: Windows do open
Cleaning frequency: Daily
Meeting rooms: 1 View spaces
Meeting space: 25.1 sq. metres
Event space: Holds 10 people
Dist. to food/bars: 0.5 km
Dist. to the nearest gym: 0.3 km
Pool Info:
No pool available onsite - access to public pool at Chermside
Policies / Expenses
Cancellation:
Conference Cancellation :7 days prior to arrival 50% cancellation48 hours prior to arrival 100% cancellationAccommodation Cancellation48 hours prior to arrival FREE within 48 hours 100% cancellation
Nightly parking: 0.00
Typical group deposit: 100
Total taxes: 0.00%
Total misc. fees: A$0.00 AUD
(mandatory resort fees/taxes)
GST: Goods and Services Tax: 10.00 GST %
Resort/Hotel Fee: 199.00 Per Night
Parking Fee: 0.00 Per Night
Gym Fee: 0.00 Per Day
Additional Person Fee: 59.00 Per Person
Rooms Wireless Internet Fee: 0.00 Per Day
Additional Room Fees: 350.00 Per Day
Avg. Continental Breakfast Cost: 12.00 Per Person (light breakfast)
Morning Break Cost: 79.00 Per Day (Package price)
Afternoon Break Cost: 79.00 Per Day (Package price)
Banquet Bottled Water: 6.00 Per Item

Amenities / Features


  • Air conditioning
  • Alarm clock
  • Central location
  • Clothes drying
  • Complimentary breakfast
  • Conference facilities
  • Credit card accepted: Mastercard/Visa
  • Credit card accepted: Diners Club
  • Electronic key card
  • Elevator
  • Facilities for the disabled
  • Fitness and health center
  • Hairdryer available
  • Internet - wireless
  • Internet - ethernet
  • Free WiFi Internet
  • Ironing facilities
  • Kitchenette in room
  • Laundry facilities
  • Microwave in room
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Private bathroom in room
  • Private car parking
  • Private garden grounds
  • Quiet location
  • Radio in room
  • Refrigerator
  • Self controlled heating/cooling system
  • Shower
  • Tea and coffee making facilities
  • Telephone in all rooms
  • Television
  • TV - Free Cable
  • Terrace

Airport & shuttle information

The property is located just 7km to Brisbane Airports (International and Domestic) and only 10 minutes to Brisbane CBD. Handy public transport options make getting to and from Essence Apartments.When coming from the Sunshine coast, use the Bruce Highway and continue on along Gympie Road, turn right into Rode Road approximately 1km after Chermside Shopping Centre, travel along Rode Road for approximately 1km and Essence Apartments is located on your right immediately before the Holy Spirit and Prince Charles hospital grounds. Access to the driveway is located on Hilltop Ave.When travelling from Brisbane CBD use Gympie Road. Gympie Road originates from the city as Bowen Bridge Road, it travel past Royal Brisbane Hospital and turns into Lutwyche Road, it continues on and turns into Gympie Road. 6kms from The Royal Brisbane Hospital, turn left into Rode Road and drive past the Bowls Club on your left and look for Essence Apartments on your right immediately.

Is there an airport shuttle? Sorry but no airport shuttle is available.

Breakfast information

Grab & Go Breakfast daily; milk, cereal, fruit cup - collect from reception from 7am to 9am daily - Public Holiday times may vary.

Pet friendly?

Sorry but pets are not allowed.

Parking information

Complimentary secure car parking available - subject to availability. Coach parking available on Hilltop Ave for drop off or pickup, mini bus access with trailer

Internet/Wi-Fi

FREE Unlimited WiFi in our guest apartments and public areas.

Cleaning policies

•Hand sanitizer available by wall pump or we have little bottles we can give guests as required on arrival for guest use and to clean luggage.•Our hotel is committed to providing an additional of three touch point cleans per day which includes sanitizing door handles, lift button and public areas in conjunction with our normal housekeeping daily public cleaning•Social distancing signs are provided at reception and throughout the hotel•We have a 2 person lift rule. •No Housekeeping services which means no one enters your room without the guest requesting this service•Reception gets sanitized multiple times a day including pens and eftpos machine •Every guest screened at check in time

Suggested AI generated itinerary

    Day 1

  • Breakfast: The Coffee Club Chermside - A popular cafe for a hearty breakfast and great coffee, located just a 5-minute walk from the hotel.
  • Lunch: Scuzi Caffe - Offers a variety of Italian and Australian dishes for a delightful lunch, about a 10-minute walk from the hotel.
  • Dinner: Bella Cosi Modern Italian Restaurant - Enjoy authentic Italian cuisine in a sophisticated setting, just a 7-minute drive from the hotel.
  • Activity: Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary - Experience close encounters with koalas and other Australian wildlife, located 22 km from the hotel.
  • Day 2

  • Breakfast: Gloria Jean's Coffees - Start your day with a cup of coffee and light snacks, located within Westfield Chermside, a short walk from the hotel.
  • Lunch: Beach House Bar & Grill Chermside - Offers a relaxed atmosphere with a diverse menu, located in Westfield Chermside.
  • Dinner: Kedron-Wavell Services Club - Experience a variety of dining options and entertainment, just a 3-minute drive from the hotel.
  • Activity: South Bank Parklands - Explore the beautiful parklands, Streets Beach, and cultural precinct, located 14 km from the hotel.
  • Day 3

  • Breakfast: Charlie's Raw Squeeze - Offers delicious vegan breakfast options and smoothies, about a 10-minute walk from the hotel.
  • Lunch: Marche Du Macaron - An excellent spot for a light lunch with exquisite macarons and coffee, located 8 km from the hotel.
  • Dinner: The Bavarian Chermside - Indulge in German cuisine and a wide selection of beers, located within Westfield Chermside.
  • Activity: Wheel of Brisbane - Enjoy panoramic views of the city from this giant Ferris wheel, located 15 km from the hotel.

Previously known as:
Essence Serviced Apartments

Meeting rooms and event rooms at Essence Apartments Chermside

Below are the meeting, conference and event spaces at Essence Apartments Chermside.

Feel free to use the Essence Apartments Chermside meeting space capacities chart below to help with your event planning. HotelPlanner specialises in Chermside event planning for hotel rooms and meeting space for corporate events, weddings, parties, conventions, as well as negotiated rates and trade shows.

Meeting room name L x W x H
(Metres)
Size
(sqm)
Event
5'/6
Event space layout
Crescent
Crescent tables layout
Classroom
Classroom meeting layout
Hollow
Square
Hollow square table layout
U-shape
U-shape meeting layout
Boardroom
Boardroom meeting space
Convention
8'/10'
Convention booth layout
Theatre
Theatre layout
Reception
Reception desk for meetings
Regist.
desk
Registration desk for meetings
Meeting Room 6 x 3 x 6 25--/--------1215--/------10
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Meeting Room

Guest Lounge is also available for use during your meeting providing billiards table, lounge space and direct access to garden terrace which is ideal for breakouts and BBQ. Complimentary car parking on site subject to availability.Expresso coffee available on request.
Room type:
General Meeting Room
Total size:
25 Sq. km
Dimensions:
6 x 3 x 6 M
Floor level:
1
Power outlets:
6
Columns:
0
Windows:
3
Is there natural light?
Yes
Are there obstructions?
No
Are there built in screens?
No
Is there a built in stage?
No
Is there built in A/V?
Yes
Amenities available
  • Coffee/Tea Setup
  • Food/Beverage
  • TV/VCR/DVD
  • WIFI Internet
  • LAN Internet
  • White Board
  • Video Conference
  • Air Conditioning
Half-day space rental fee:
A$175.00 AUD
Full-day space rental fee:
A$350.00 AUD
Evening space rental fee:
A$200.00 AUD
24hr reservation rental fee for the space:
A$350.00 AUD
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FAQs about Essence Apartments Chermside

What time is check in?

Check in time is 14:00 based on the hotel's local time. Early check in may be available if requested at the front desk on the day of check-in.

What time is check out?

Check out time is 10:00 based on the hotel's local time. Late check out may be available if requested at the front desk during your stay.

How many rooms does Essence Apartments Chermside have?

There are 48 sleeping rooms in the hotel.

Is there any meeting space at Essence Apartments Chermside?

Yes, they have 1 meeting room that can support various table layouts.

What kind of breakfast is at Essence Apartments Chermside?

Grab & Go Breakfast daily; milk, cereal, fruit cup - collect from reception from 7am to 9am daily - Public Holiday times may vary.

What parking is available at Essence Apartments Chermside?

Complimentary secure car parking available - subject to availability. Coach parking available on Hilltop Ave for drop off or pickup, mini bus access with trailer

How much does internet cost?

FREE Unlimited WiFi in our guest apartments and public areas.

Can I get a AAA rate at Essence Apartments Chermside?

Sorry, this hotel does not offer AAA hotel discounts at this time.

Can I get a Senior or AARP rate at Essence Apartments Chermside?

Sorry, this hotel does not offer senior hotel discounts at this time.

Is there a gym at Essence Apartments Chermside?

Yes, there is a gym/fitness area available on-site at the property.

Can I get a group rate at Essence Apartments Chermside?

Yes, you can get room block and/or discount for a group if you need 10+ rooms per night. The average groups saves around 6.5%.

Testimonials:

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