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About the Hotel

1-5 East Street, Rockhampton, Australia, 4700

Modern Apartment Accommodations

Empire Apartment Hotel offers 120 rooms in Studio, One, Two, and Three Bedroom configurations with Fitzroy River or Berserker Ranges views. All apartments include Caesar Stone countertops, SMEG appliances, full kitchens, flat-screen TVs with Foxtel, and washing machines. King beds can be split into two singles upon request. The signature Three Bedroom River View Apartment features a plunge bath, walk-in robes, and a 20m balcony.

On-Site Dining Options

Three restaurants overlook the Fitzroy Riverfront Precinct: Pacino's Italian Restaurant, Ribs & Rumps Steakhouse serving Australian-style ribs and steak, and The Coffee Club cafe. Guests can choose indoor or al fresco dining. Private chef degustation dinners are available in signature suites featuring local produce.

Recreation and Local Experiences

The hotel features a tropical landscaped outdoor lap pool and fully equipped gym. Kenny the Clydesdale offers horse and carriage rides around the riverfront precinct. The team provides curated local itineraries for fishing the Fitzroy Delta, visiting Capricorn Caves (29km away), Rockhampton Art Gallery, Koorana Crocodile Farm, and Mount Archer sunset views.

Central Riverfront Location

Located in Rockhampton's CBD Riverfront Precinct, 5km from Rockhampton Airport. Steps from the $36m Riverside Precinct with playgrounds, water features, and the Boathouse restaurant. Walking distance to East Street shopping mall. 3.5km from Rockhampton Zoo and Botanic Gardens. 500m from Archer Park Rail Museum.

Services and Sustainability

24-hour reception, secure underground parking, and 120-person conference center with wheelchair accessibility. Part of the 'One Planet, One Chance' initiative using Two Good Co. refillable amenities, recycling programs, and supporting local charities through container donations. Accessible rooms feature 1.5m wide elevators, tactile paving, and electric bed availability.

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From cosy doubles to spacious family suites – all with flexible options, breakfast, and exclusive deals.
King Studio
2 persons
48 m² 
1 King-size bed
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One-Bedroom Apartment River View
2 persons
52 m² 
1 King-size bed
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Two-Bedroom Apartment City View
2 persons
89 m² 
1 King-size bed
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Deluxe One-Bedroom Apartment River View
2 persons
96 m² 
1 King-size bed
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Getting around

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City Centre
Rockhampton400 m
Airports
Rockhampton (ROK) 4.4 km
Gladstone (GLT) 111.3 km

Amenities

Thoughtfully designed amenities for a comfortable & memorable stay

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • No pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Allergy-free rooms
  • Lift
  • Currency exchange
  • Coffee shop
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access
  • Key access

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle
  • Dryer
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Services

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Grocery shopping service

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Picnic area/ Tables

Business

  • Business centre
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots

Spa & Leisure

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Sun loungers
  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area
  • Pool with view
  • Shallow end

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Sitting area
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Dining table
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Washing machine
  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle
  • Dryer
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • CD player
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Location

1-5 East Street, Rockhampton, Australia, 4700
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1-5 East Street, Rockhampton, Australia, 4700
Nearby
Shopping Area
City Centre Plaza
230 m
Old Bridge Foundations
230 m
Quay Street
400 m
Wintergarten Theatre Site
420 m
Viewing Platform
450 m
Customs House
500 m
Restaurants
Ribs and Rumps
140 m
5 East Street
Pacinos Italian Restaurant
170 m
5 East Street
The Barbecue Box
180 m
103 Bolsover St Suite 2
The Criterion
290 m
150 Quay St
The Bush Inn Bar & Grill
300 m
150 Quay St
Degani Bakery Cafe
360 m
Rockhampton City Central Plaza 24 Fitzroy St City Centre Plaza
Cafe Bliss
510 m
64 Bolsover St
Riverston Tea Rooms
520 m
186 Quay St
Quality Regent Hotel
700 m
192 Bolsover St
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