Minor Hotels expands its Avani brand in Australia with the launch of Avani Living Queen’s Wharf Residences in Brisbane, introducing a new long-stay accommodation option within the city’s flagship Queen’s Wharf precinct. The property is positioned to serve both business and leisure travellers seeking greater space, comfort and flexibility in one-, two- and three-bedroom suites.
The opening marks the debut of the Avani Living concept in Australia, a model designed to meet rising demand for extended-stay accommodation supported by home-style amenities. Minor Hotels states that the new residences are strategically located to capture domestic and international visitor growth as Brisbane continues to rank among Australia’s most in-demand destinations.
New Long-Stay Offering in Brisbane’s Queen’s Wharf Precinct
Avani Living Queen’s Wharf Residences features 225 suites equipped with full kitchens and laundry facilities, offering guests a practical base for stays ranging from single nights to long-term visits. The property blends contemporary design with functional layouts, aiming to balance residential convenience with hotel-style services.
Guests have access to communal spaces and wellness amenities, including a lap pool, sauna and steam room. Additional brand features such as music that adapts throughout the day, weekly wellness activations and the grab-and-go Pantry at Avani concept are scheduled for introduction in 2026.
The property sits within the broader Queen’s Wharf redevelopment, a major riverfront precinct that has reshaped Brisbane’s entertainment and dining landscape. Its central position places guests within walking distance of key leisure and business attractions, reinforcing the hotel’s dual focus on corporate and lifestyle travel.
Brand Growth and Market Demand
The company highlights that the Avani Living concept responds to shifting traveller expectations, particularly the preference for more space, self-sufficiency and hybrid travel arrangements. The model is designed to accommodate extended work trips, multi-day leisure stays and blended itineraries that combine business and personal travel.
“We’re thrilled to welcome Avani Living Queen’s Wharf Residences to our Avani portfolio. As demand for Brisbane continues to increase, this addition strengthens our presence in the city and allows us to meet the increasing demand from travellers seeking more space, comfort and flexibility, whether their stay is short or long term,” said Craig Hooley, Chief Operating Officer of Minor Hotels Australasia.
The launch follows the recent announcement of Avani Mooloolaba Beach Hotel, set to open in April 2026, reinforcing Minor Hotels’ expansion strategy across key Australian destinations. Both developments aim to broaden the brand’s reach in the country while supporting growth in markets where extended-stay accommodation has become increasingly sought after.
Industry observers note that Brisbane’s positioning as a high-growth travel destination continues to attract new hotel investment, supported by infrastructure expansion, major events and rising international interest. The introduction of Avani Living Queen’s Wharf Residences adds to the city’s evolving accommodation landscape, particularly in the long-stay and hybrid travel segments.
Minor Hotels signals that Avani Living will play a wider role in the brand’s global development strategy as traveller demand continues to shift. The company expects the model to strengthen its appeal to guests prioritising convenience, autonomy and design-focused accommodation for stays of varying duration.
