Runaway Bay
Gold Coast
Visit Runaway Bay
Popular places to visit
Warner Bros. Movie World
Watch stunt shows, get on superhero rides, enter the Ice Age 4D Experience and take a splash in the Wild West at Australia’s theme park version of Hollywood.
Cavill Avenue
Bustling nightlife, great shopping and a legendary surfing beach make this avenue the exciting centre of Surfer’s Paradise on the Gold Coast.
Dreamworld
Australia’s biggest amusement park features exciting themed areas with everything from tigers and thrilling rides to vintage V8 super cars and TV characters.
Sea World
Who doesn’t dream of staying overnight in a water park where you can see Jet Ski stunts, life-sized Nickelodeon stars, plus dolphins, sea lions and polar bears?
Surfers Paradise Beach
This stretch of beach is known for its regular sets of rolling waves, with high-rise hotels and bustling nightlife along the sandy shore.
Coolangatta Beach
This city at the southern tip of the Gold Coast has some of the most pristine beaches, and clear water for swimming, fishing and diving.
Runaway Bay Hotel Deals
Novotel Surfers Paradise
The pool area was good, towels laid out every morning, very fortunate it was open during our one week stay (sometimes closed due to renovation). All in all it was a great stay, close to all amenities. We had a high floor, so it was quiet when door was closed. We couldn’t rate breakfast as we don’t ...
Reviewed on Oct 26, 2025
The Langham, Gold Coast and Jewel Residences
Needs a better concierge service
Reviewed on Oct 25, 2025
Mantra Legends Hotel
Room was reasonably clean.
Reviewed on Oct 24, 2025
Hilton Surfers Paradise Hotel & Residences
Hard to fault. Awesome location, great staff, great buffet and nice rooms
Reviewed on Oct 23, 2025
Dorsett Gold Coast
The balcony glass was absolutely filthy!
Reviewed on Oct 23, 2025
Meriton Suites Surfers Paradise
Amazing spot, our apartment was nice and big we just got stuck with the most horrible smell they couldn’t get rid of and no one gave us answers of what it was. Bathrooms also need to be deep cleaned. Signs of build up. Facilities were really good other than feel ing sick in our room!
Reviewed on Oct 27, 2025
Other neighborhoods around Runaway Bay
Labrador
Labrador is known for its pristine beaches, and you can make a stop by Ian Dipple Lagoon and Cooke Murphy Oval while in the area.
Helensvale
You'll enjoy the restaurants and theme parks in Helensvale. You might want to make time for a stop at Saltwater Creek Conservation Park or Game Over GC.
Hope Island
Travelers come to Hope Island for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Sanctuary Cove Golf and Country Club and Sanctuary Cove Marina while you're in town.
Southport
Beaches, spas, and theme parks are just a few things travelers enjoy about Southport. Check out Australia Fair Shopping Centre or Gold Coast Aquatic Centre while you're exploring the area.
Main Beach
Main Beach is beloved for its stunning beaches. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Tedder Avenue and Marina Mirage Shopping Centre.
Coomera
Unique features of Coomera include the theme parks and restaurants. Make a stop by Dreamworld or WhiteWater World while you're exploring the area.
