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Hotel, James St
As the sun goes down, the lights go on to signal a new realm of possibility, mystery, and frivolity for us at The Calile. While many may be familiar with Calile by day, given that “unexpected” is our middle name. We thought we’d switch the lights and the lens to invite you into our world […]
Fashion, Hotel, James St
An intersection of art, culture, lifestyle, fashion and the finer things, The Museum of Small Things (M.O.S.T.) has been thoughtfully designed by our hotel architects Richards and Spence to have you feel like you’re anywhere but in a hotel lobby shop. The recent refurbishment now sees M.O.S.T. nestled in a brand-new location right between […]
The Calile has collaborated with long-time co-operator bassike on our first co-branded and limited-edition garment. The bassike + The Calile agate print scarf is versatile, unisex and celebrates the warmth and sunshine that The Calile is renowned for. The lightweight agate print scarf draws pattern inspiration from the depth and rich colouration of natural agate […]
Events, Fashion, Food, Hotel, James St, Music
Welcome to The Calile bubble – otherwise known as James St. Like all good bubbles it has everything you need right here, within easy walking and rolling distance. So, leave your vehicle with the valet as you won’t need it again until it’s time to depart. As for bubble activities, your possibilities are good. Very […]
Food, Hotel, James St
Everybody needs good neighbours – and on a starry April evening, Ada Lane, our vibrant retail and dining strip bordering our northern aspect, welcomed its final resident, BIÀNCA. Owners and operators Tyron Simon, Ben Williamson, Frank Li and Italian born Bianca Marchi for whom the venue is inspired and named, had a desire to bring […]
Hotel
It is said that dancing has the power to unite people – we believe this is true, so it is our absolute pleasure to partner with and support the Australasian Dance Collective (ADC), one of Queensland’s and Australia’s leading contemporary dance companies. After a year when dancing was banned and live performances were halted, now […]
The grass is officially greener on The Calile side with our rooftop now home to an organic, edible garden and a hive of very happy busy bees. Our backyard Making the most of the sunshine, eight tidy wooden planter boxes now line the Doggett Street side of the hotel’s roof. Installed earlier this year […]
Home is where the heart is. A home away from home is a sentiment at the core of The Calile — we do however recognise that for many, home is not a safe place. In commitment to our community, The Calile Hotel is proud to support local charity Safe Haven Community in an effort to […]
The tragic death of iconic Australian fashion designer – Carla Zampatti in April saw a national outpouring of grief from the nation’s fashion, business, political, and media industries. Described as Australia’s most enduring and successful fashion designer her legacy will live on through her brand – now in its 55th year. Generations of Australian women […]
3:30am wake up calls and unplanned foraging is a normal day for Ani Wilson – The Calile’s go-to floral artist. With an emphasis on sustainability and roots in floristry, Ani of The Stone Willow Studio creates unexpected arrangements for our lobby that are at once beautiful, playful and curious. Ani has serious flower power and […]
Food, Hotel
We know our rooms are good and that they are hard to leave – so, as considerate hosts, we have been dreaming up ways for our rooms to be even more enjoyable. Is that even possible? We’re glad you asked, enter The Calile Cocktail Cube – a customised all-in-one cocktail kit complete with uncompromising batch-made cocktails […]
Welcome to Ada Lane, a vibrant micro-dining strip that borders the northern aspect of The Calile Hotel. Architecturally designed – Ada is home to a small collective of speciality businesses offering a smart extension to The Calile. The name pays homage to Ada Malouf who arrived in Australia with her husband Calile in 1892. She […]
