We know it was the site of the old Transport Department and were really impressed with the transformation of the building into an art hotel. The decor and the artworks are very complimentary with the keeping some of the feel of the old building with the exposed concrete. We really liked it. Also that it is so close to the city where we were going that evening.

We were able to park on site within the building for a fee. We do not mind paying for the spot but it was not guaranteed so when you go out for the evening the car park could be full when you return. Street parking is not that great around there.

The Art Johnson is very conveniently located near the main Brisbane CBD, and close to any of the expressways to get to other parts of Brisbane. The Bed was comfortable, but I found the pillows too soft.

we were located on the reception floor and the hallways tend to get very noisy at peak movement times. the rooms aren't very well insulated. The Art Johnson is not a hotel but a shared long stay apartment and short stay apartment/room hires, so the hallways tend to get fragrant in the evenings with long term residents cooking. parking is inconvenient - its additional $ and the parking garage was very full during the time of our stay - road parking is only for residents with permits.

loved the industrial feel the apartment itself had to it, the open floor space concept was so nice and made the apartment feel more spacious and comfortable. loved the detatched double sinks in the ensuite - made it easier for myself to get ready as well as partner. the bed was so spacious and relaxing, made it easy to fall asleep as well as stretch out without bothering my partner.

the view from the balcony was average, however, the price of the apartment i had booked does speak for itself. would definitely be willing to spend more if that meant a room upgrade or a completely different apartment style within the johnson.

They took special care to supply a lovely room satisfying our particular requests for myself and my husband who has arthritis. The room was much nicer than we expected, very spacious, very high ceilings, lovely tall height doors, which opened which we also like, out on to a little balcony. Separate dual vanities in bathroom, with a separate room for the toilet. Wall dispensers for hand and bath wash, shampoo and conditioner. Nice modern kitchen with microwave, cold mini fridge, Nespresso machine supplied with capsules. Individual air con controls. Did not have to empty our own rubbish which is unusual these days. Quiet location, with free circle bus at door which takes you down into the city, the city stop being across from a Woolworths supermarket and Big W store or one stop prior drops you right at Brisbane Central Railway Station. There is a restaurant downstairs on street level below the Johnson and cafes across the street.

Nothing, other than the safe was on the blink. I mentioned this to the reception member on checking out, Zack, who was a very friendly guy and made us feel welcome on arrival. Zack said he would have it repaired immediately. Will stay again.

It was the perfect package. From the moment I walked in I felt I was in a art gallery, clean lines, lots of light and very welcoming. I learnt a few things about Michael Johnson. A perfect homage to the artist.

It was a bit noisy during the evening (mainly from the restaurant out the front and passersby) but was on the ground floor and close to the outside of the building so that would have been a factor and it was a Friday evening.

Room was huge, and so was the bed. The 'view' was of a car park, which wasn't great. But nice to have a balcony at least. Rooms were nice and quiet, as was the whole property. Pool area was nice - although I couldn't see where you could get a pool towel, so we brought the ones from our room. Pool was massive, but FREEZING! I guess that make sense if you're swimming laps - but for the casual swimmer who just wants a comfortable dip, it was a little bracing. Given there's no food service at the hotel, having some kind of 'recommendation' booklet or list of preferred places around the area would have been handy.

The BBC World News channel wasn't working on the TV, but that's probably a Foxtel issue. Pool was lovely, but just too cold to be enjoyable when we stayed. And the 'view' from our room wasn't great - we overlooked a carpark. Very minor gripes though for what was a great place.

Cool artist place to stay. Bed super comfortable and location was great to walk to the hospital which was the purpose of our stay.

The man checking me in gave me a hard time about the booking being made with our business name rather than my personal one. Had to change that online before we would book me in. Parking was confusing and should have been made more clear but it did work out in the end.

The design and decoration is quite artistic; the room is super spacious with different function corners; the linen is extra comfy and the skin products smell gorgeous. The welcoming bar is very thoughtful-coffee machine and tea is high quality with yum biscuits to go with; room service is daily and responsive. The staff were welcoming and prepared a little surprise for my child, thank you! Bus 30 is just in front of the hotel making it convenient to travel to city. The outdoor swimming pool looks wonderful with lots of chair beds to enjoy sunbath.

The swimming pool is not heated-was cold to swim in winter. If there is a sheer curtain, it would make daytime more fun- enjoying sunshine while still keeping privacy.

Clean modern apartment.

The main room in apartment 201 looked straight into a very unkempt backyard full of what appeared to be squatters tents and rubbish. After the second time of having a bedraggled man stare into the apartment at me and my children, we kept the block out blinds closed for the remainder of the trip and the doors locked. This was not ideal.

Loved the nice art, especially the touch of including a small blank canvas in the room to encourage guest creativity. Was thrilled to see a spin bike in the gym! Spacious rooms, friendly staff, included a cute gift for my birthday :) quiet neighbourhood so we could get some sleep at night.

Would have loved the pool to be heated, it was way too cold to use and I booked the hotel so I could do some laps. I also thought the amenities should have been in the room already instead of a “call for delivery to room” approach. If I’ve stripped off for a shower I need my shower cap then and there, I’m not going to call someone and get dressed again to receive it.