Southbank ended up being a really nice area to stay in - a little more upper crust than the CBD, which was still very easy to get to from the tower. Very cool, modern tower - one of many in that area! Lots of great restaurants and bars around on the riverwalk, and closer to some attractions being already on the south side of the water. A tram stop within the CBD free ride area is only about a 12 min walk away, over a nice pedestrian bridge. Recommended!