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Misono Japanese offers a unique Teppanyaki dining experience, while fresh local seafood and seasonal produce are showcased at Citrique Restaurant. Enjoy award winning high tea or relax and sip on a cocktail overlooking the resort's lagoon pool at Chapter and Verse Lounge Bar.

Beautiful hotel, amazing views, fantastic spa, not a negative word to say!

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9
Superb
1,892 reviews
Price from
£215
per night

Situated opposite Gold Coast Airport, this refurbished boutique motel offers free Wi-Fi, 24-hour check-in and a free airport shuttle. The beautiful Bilinga Beach is only 100 metres away.

These air-conditioned studios feature their original polished wooden floorboards and offer a flat-screen TV, DVD player, microwave, fridge, tea and coffee making facilities.

Spacious and highly-sanitized.

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9
Superb
956 reviews
Price from
£122
per night

Nirvana By The Sea is situated on the white sandy beaches of Kirra Beach, and offers luxurious self-catering apartments with fully equipped kitchens and Pacific Ocean views.

The elegant rooms of Nirvana By The Sea are well-equipped with air conditioning and plasma TVs. All the rooms have a balcony where guests can enjoy panoramic views of Queensland’s most famous beach.

Hello! This time, I stayed with my family for 5 nights. We had a great time. We had a great time eating breakfast and drinking coffee on the balcony in a wonderful space. All the facilities were excellent, with plenty of tableware and cooking equipment, and it was very comfortable. I will come back again when I go to the Gold Coast. Also, I want to eat breakfast on this balcony! thank you very much!

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9
Superb
623 reviews
Price from
£139
per night

Just 400 metres from Broadbeach Mall, Carmel by the Sea features a hot tub and an indoor pool. It is located across Pratten Park and Broadbeach Beach. Free parking is provided.

The modern, self-contained apartments come with a full kitchen, en suite bathroom with spa bath, laundry facilities and 8 hours of free Wi-Fi. All apartments have a lounge area with an iPod dock, a DVD player and a flat-screen TV. Guests can enjoy views of the surroundings from their private balcony.

My friend and I stayed in a 2 BR 2 bathroom apartment It was spacious, comfortable, clean with great aircon The beds were very comfortable and the bathrooms were spacious with great shower pressure Staff were excellent. It was a short walk to catch the train into Surfers for a couple of dollars. Parking was secure at no extra charge. We have already booked to come back in June. Totally recommend to others.

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8.7
Fabulous
1,032 reviews
Price from
£186
per night

Imperial Hotel Gold Coast offers the ultimate luxury hotel experience you would expect anywhere in the world. The hotel boasts a stunning waterfront location, breathtaking architecture, lavish accommodations, and Italian craftsmanship across the hotel, paired with exceptional service and an ambience of pure sophistication. Additionally, you can indulge in award-winning restaurants, The Beauty Room, a fitness & wellness center, a private marina, memorable meeting, and event spaces, and the first water salon cabana experience in Australia.

beautiful building, great scenery and location

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8.3
Very good
4,251 reviews
Price from
£222
per night

Mantra Coolangatta Beach overlooks the internationally recognised surf beaches of Kirra, Greenmount and Rainbow Bay. All apartments are self-catered with fully equipped kitchens, laundries and some have ocean views.

Fabulous location with all amenities. Waking to views of the beach were amazing. The apartment had everything you needed and was comfortable

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8.3
Very good
1,324 reviews
Price from
£110
per night

With 3 outdoor pools, a sauna, hot tub and an in-house cinema room, Mantra Circle on Cavill offers a number of relaxation options. Guests can work out in the fitness centre or take an 8-minute walk to the beach for a swim.

Was good no breakfast at the property

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8.5
Very good
1,735 reviews
Price from
£128
per night

InterContinental Sanctuary Cove Resort is a 5-star resort, boasting an elegant and stylish design. Set in beautiful surrounds, guests enjoy access to a saltwater beach lagoon pool. The Gold Coast theme parks, including Dreamworld and Warner Bros Movieworld, are within a 15-minute drive. Mount Tamborine and the Gold Coast Hinterland are within a 30-minute drive.

Love all the facilities they have on offer there, always a great day down the pool

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8.4
Very good
1,300 reviews
Price from
£149
per night

Q1 Resort & Spa’s Skypoint Observation Deck rises 230 metres above Surfers Paradise, with 360° views over the Gold Coast hinterland, Pacific Ocean and Byron Bay. Recreation options include the Q1 Spa, heated lap pool, two lagoon swimming pools, steam and sauna rooms, a well equipped gymnasium, BBQ facilities and even a mini movie theater.

The view was amazing as it was city view. I was upgraded to double bed apartment. Room was excellent and with housekeeping. Location was amazing as it was very near the beach - Surfers paradise. We used the swimming pool and it was good one as well.

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8.5
Very good
6,502 reviews
Price from
£181
per night

Just 5 minutes' walk from Surfers Paradise Beach, Mantra Crown Towers offers self-contained apartments with a private balcony. Guests can enjoy a Thai restaurant. Younger guests can play in the lagoon-style pool which features a pirate ship, water slide and sandy beach.

The award-winning Chiangmai Thai restaurant serves authentic Thai cuisine and offers traditional Thai decor such as wooden elephant chairs.

clean, good location, great pool, great reception, big apartment

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8
Very good
1,020 reviews
Price from
£184
per night

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  • JW Marriott Gold Coast Resort & Spa
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1,892 reviews

    Featuring a private saltwater lagoon, sandy beaches and an artificial reef with tropical fish, the 28-storey JW Marriott Gold Coast Resort & Spa is set in the heart of Surfers Paradise.

    Fantastic facilities and staff. A great experience.

  • Peppers Soul Surfers Paradise
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,791 reviews

    Boasting 77 floors and overlooking Surfers Paradise Beach, each apartment at Peppers Soul Surfers Paradise offers in-room WiFi, a spa bath and a private balcony with uninterrupted ocean and hinterland...

    Concierge, cleanliness, customer service was perfect

  • Imperial Hotel Gold Coast
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 4,251 reviews

    Indulge and unwind in Imperial style right in the heart of the Gold Coast. Imperial Hotel Gold Coast offers the ultimate luxury hotel experience you would expect anywhere in the world.

    A beautiful hotel, a little bit of luxury and affordable.

  • Hilton Surfers Paradise Hotel & Residences
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 4,607 reviews

    Featuring Surfers Paradise skyline, Hilton Surfers Paradise offers hotel guest rooms and residences in different types.

    Close to the beach and situated well near the shops

  • Vibe Hotel Gold Coast
    7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 4,992 reviews

    Overlooking the Nerang River, the modern and contemporary Vibe Hotel Gold Coast features a swimming pool and parking, 5 minutes' walk from Surfers Paradise Beach.

    The vibe the view spa and pool close go everything

  • Xanadu Resort
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 476 reviews

    Located just 200 metres from the beach, Xanadu Resort offers modern apartments with stunning Gold Coast views. It features 2 swimming pools, a hot tub, a sauna and fitness centre.

    The size of the rooms are great and the location is perfect.

  • Nirvana By The Sea
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 623 reviews

    Nirvana By The Sea is situated on the white sandy beaches of Kirra Beach, and offers luxurious self-catering apartments with fully equipped kitchens and Pacific Ocean views.

    Location. Ameneties. Staff are very helpful and accomodating.

  • Wyndham Resort Surfers Paradise
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2,517 reviews

    Wyndham Resort Surfers Paradise Resort offers self-catering apartments with an LCD TV, an iPod docking station, a home theatre system and a laundry. Free WiFi and free private parking are provided.

    Room had plenty of space, very comfortable and clean

Budget hotels in Gold Coast

  • ULTIQA Air On Broadbeach
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,040 reviews

    Located in the heart of Broadbeach, ULTIQA Air on Broadbeach offers luxurious beachside apartments with spacious balconies overlooking the Pacific Ocean. Free parking is available.

    The view , location and enough room for our family

  • Points North Apartments
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,180 reviews

    Each of these self-contained apartments, in the heart of Coolangatta on the Gold Coast, has a spacious balcony, plus full kitchen and laundry facilities. Guests enjoy unlimited free WiFi.

    Nice and clean, comfortable, close to restaurants.

  • Mantra Circle On Cavill
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,735 reviews

    With 3 outdoor pools, a sauna, hot tub and an in-house cinema room, Mantra Circle on Cavill offers a number of relaxation options.

    Spacious apartment, very clean and an amazing view.

  • Q1 Resort & Spa - Official
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 6,502 reviews

    Q1 Resort & Spa’s Skypoint Observation Deck rises 230 metres above Surfers Paradise, with 360° views over the Gold Coast hinterland, Pacific Ocean and Byron Bay.

    Location was excellent , Very spacious, good value,

  • Artique Surfers Paradise - Official
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2,002 reviews

    Centrally located in Surfers Paradise, just a short 2-minute stroll from the beach, the Artique Resort offers a range of self-catering apartments with free WiFi.

    Excellent location and excellent room and amenities

  • QT Gold Coast
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 3,044 reviews

    • QT Gold Coast has just undergone a complete refurbishment of all 293 guest rooms and suites.

    The view from our room on level 14 was really good

  • The Wave Resort
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 863 reviews

    Featuring fully self-contained apartments with a private balcony and stunning Gold Coast and Broadbeach views, the non-smoking Wave Resort is 5 minutes' walk from the beach.

    Modern beautiful space and well laid out. Central location and comfortable

  • Trilogy Surfers Paradise
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 728 reviews

    Set amongst tropical gardens with a heated outdoor swimming pool, these apartments are only 300 metres from Surfers Paradise Beach and 5 minutes’ walk from shopping, nightlife, restaurants and cafés.

    the property was very nice. had everything we needed.

Hotels located in the centre of Gold Coast

  • Ultra Broadbeach
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 538 reviews

    Overlooking Broadbeach, one of the Gold Coast’s most beautiful beaches, Ultra Broadbeach apartments are a short stroll away from restaurants, cafes and pubs.

    customer service, cleanliness, facility and location

  • Oscar On Main Beach Resort
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 812 reviews

    Oscar on Main boasts modern apartments with ocean views. The excellent facilities include outdoor and indoor pools, tennis court, spa pool and sauna. Guests enjoy free WiFi across the property.

    The room was spacious, comfortable and well appointed

  • Pacific Surf Absolute Beachfront Apartments
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 100 reviews

    Located right on Tugun Beach, Pacific Surf offers self-contained accommodation with a private balcony and beautiful ocean views.

    Fantastic location, customer service was exceptional too.

  • Aria Apartments
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 502 reviews

    Guests can enjoy stunning city or ocean views from Aria's apartments, which feature floor-to-ceiling windows.

    Gorgeous , spacious apartment with fantastic views

  • Reflection on the Sea
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 259 reviews

    Located in Coolangatta, Reflection on the Sea offers modern beachfront apartments with breathtaking ocean views. It is surrounded by a variety of restaurants and shops.

    excellent location, beautifully equipped apartment

  • Meriton Suites Broadbeach
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 10,478 reviews

    Just 5 minutes’ walk from the beach, Meriton Suites Broadbeach offers luxurious accommodation. Guests enjoy unlimited free WiFi at the property. Union Pay is accepted here.

    Great new furnishings, location & fabulous staff

  • Peppers Broadbeach
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 838 reviews

    Peppers Broadbeach Resort offers luxurious accommodation with WiFi and car parking for 1 vehicle.

    We love how spacious everything was. It was modern.

  • Ocean Pacific Resort - Official
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 653 reviews

    The Ocean Pacific Resort offers modern self-contained apartments with a private balcony. It features a large outdoor pool, a hot tub and a sauna and is located just metres from Gold Coast beach.

    Awesome Ocean views, great location, very nice apartment.

  • Currumbin Sands On The Beach
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 366 reviews

    Currumbin Sands On The Beach is a resort offering apartment accommodations within minutes of the beach, restaurants, shopping and Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary.

    beautiful setting, private apartment, close to beach

  • Signature Waterfront Apartments
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 147 reviews

    Boasting uninterrupted water and golf course views, Signature Waterfront offers modern apartments overlooking Lakelands Championship Golf Course.

    Great staff and room was clean and had amazing views

  • San Mateo On Broadbeach
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 213 reviews

    San Mateo Apartments are centrally located just 40 metres from the beach. Guests have access to free secure parking, an outdoor pool with a hot tub and a poolside barbecue area.

    Location big size bathroom, washing machine facilitiy

  • The Crest Apartments
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 117 reviews

    The Crest Apartments is a well appointed family holiday resort located 2 minutes’ walk from the beach.

    Location and cleanliness. Staff were awesome as well.

  • Burleigh Surf Apartments
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 313 reviews

    Boasting an indoor heated pool, a spa pool and a tennis court, Burleigh Surf Beachfront Apartments are situated opposite the patrolled North Burleigh Beach.

    Perfect location… easy access to surf club and shops

  • Chidori Court
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 233 reviews

    Just 300 metres from Main Beach, Chidori Court features spacious, self-contained 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom apartments with a private balcony or patio.

    wonderful location and the pool and spa were great.

  • ULTIQA Freshwater Point Resort
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 397 reviews

    Freshwater Point Resort is located on the river bank, just 500 metres from the beach.

    We were close to all the facilities on ground floor.

  • Reflections Tower Two
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 623 reviews

    Reflections Tower Two offers stylish, self-contained apartments with free WiFi and beautiful sea views.

    Excellent location and everything was comfortable.

  • Mantra Sierra Grand
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 451 reviews

    Mantra Sierra Grand is located within 3 minutes’ stroll from the Broadbeach and surf beaches.

    Great location and nice and clean .. staff were very helpful

  • Mantra Towers of Chevron
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,802 reviews

    Just 400 metres from Surfers Paradise Beach, Mantra Towers of Chevron offers a private sanctuary of sandy beaches, swimming pools and tropical gardens overlooking the ocean.

    Rooms are always spotless and individually designed

  • Royal Woods Resort
    7.5
    Scored 7.5
    Good
    Rated good
     · 142 reviews

    This world-class resort features unique natural tropical surroundings, exquisite rooms and breathtaking views, with spacious villas set amongst trees and plants providing abundant privacy and peace.

    clean, quiet and close to the Pindara Private Hospital

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Boutique hotels that guests love in Gold Coast

  • 7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 636 reviews
    Apartment felt homely. Furniture soft and comfortable and lovely interior design providing immediate environment for rest. Beach side views magnificent!
    C
    Chelsea
    Australia
  • 9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 177 reviews
    The ocean view was stunning! well-designed rooms, spacious rooms ,full equipped kitchen and balcony atmosphere over looked to beach met all our requirements during our stay in this property.The BBQ in the roof was fantastic and so tidy to spend fun hours with family for a lovely meal!The staff was really nice while we picked up the key in the reception.This accomodation is highly recommended to everyone who wants chillax on holiday in Gold Coast.
    M
    Maryam
    Australia
  • From £157.34 per night
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 5,067 reviews
    Location, modern, well designed. Cool decor. Lovely pool. Funky art.
    Joseph
    Australia
  • 9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 177 reviews
    Amazing place, perfect location, stunning views, spacious apartment, great for families, great facilities (pool, spa, sauna, bbq on roof deck), right at the beach, super friendly host, beautiful interior design, we want to come again!!
    Maria Leinfellner
    New Zealand
  • 9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 19 reviews
    Location was great. Interior design was stylish and warm, family room was well supplied with utensils, glassware etc. Loved the coffee machine made the wifes day
    Jason
    New Zealand
  • From £187.33 per night
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,770 reviews
    The interior design and facilities are impecable. You breathe a sigh of luxury and refinement from the moment you enter.
    Katherine
    Australia
  • 9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 989 reviews
    Amazing modern apartment with all the daily amenities one would require. A fully equipped kitchen and laundry with luxury interior design and furnishings. Great outside pool, spa and BBQ area.
    Nicole
    Australia
  • From £236.80 per night
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 406 reviews
    Great accommodation on a budget. Rooms are very dated, but also very spacious. Don't book here if you are looking for something to compare to the luxury 4-5 star hotels in the middle of Surfers Paradise, but if you are happy with a bed to sleep in, space to move in, a pool and spa, this will easily do the job. Right across the road from the lovely Broadwater parklands which has great playgrounds for kids.
    Kyle
    Australia
  • From £138.92 per night
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,583 reviews
    Amazing view from the 47th floor. Extremely helpful and friendly staff. Gorgeous/clean/spacious modern room design and in room facilities. Loved the Nespresso machine and fully equipped kitchen + laundry. Lovely sized balcony. It really was the perfect stay. Thank you very much to all the staff at The Star Residences for making our stay so wonderful!
    Jordann
    Hong Kong
  • From £221.64 per night
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 4,251 reviews
    The room, the service, stunning hotel with attention to detail that warrants its 5 stars with a gorgeous view of the pool and man made white sandy beach. The pianist and singer Cassidy Wilson is a talent and a credit to the overall ambience of the evening in the bar area. The staff could not be faulted for their service and their friendly attentiveness. The overall experience was extremely relaxing and being surrounded by such luxury was an experience we'd highly recommend.
    Rosheen
    Australia

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