North Gold Coast

Travel Guide

A visit to the Gold Coast is not complete without Venturing a little west to the Coombabah Conservation Parklands.  Here you can immerse yourself in walks through Melaluecas, along boardwalks and marvel at the swamp like conditions.  Not only are the walks enchanting, you can almost be guaranteed of a meeting with kangaroos, wallabies and koalas.  This place is one you can't go to just once.  Get out and explore. #hiking #weekendgetaway #colourful
A visit to the Gold Coast is not complete without Venturing a little west to the Coombabah Conservation Parklands.  Here you can immerse yourself in walks through Melaluecas, along boardwalks and marvel at the swamp like conditions.  Not only are the walks enchanting, you can almost be guaranteed of a meeting with kangaroos, wallabies and koalas.  This place is one you can't go to just once.  Get out and explore. #hiking #weekendgetaway #colourful
Shooting astro at South Stradbroke Island over the weekend and the weather conditions couldn't have been better for capturing the Milky Way.  I got this shot early in the evening as the Milky Way rose above the ocean and I thought I'd give the image some scale by standing on the small sand dune with a light.
Just across the Broadwater from the Gold Coast in Queensland is South Stradbroke Island, one of only 15 sand based islands in the world, and home to Couran Cove Resort.

This island getaway is made up of 1,800 acres of conservation park, so you know you’re walking into pristine nature.

And it's one of the few places on the East Coast of Australia where you can see the sun rise in the east of the island and set on the west.
Dreamworld featuring rides

Where to stay in North Gold Coast

suburb by the coast

Hope Island

Travelers come to Hope Island for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Sanctuary Cove Marina and Sanctuary Cove Golf and Country Club while you're in town.

Hope Island
Dreamworld featuring rides

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.

Coomera
Sanctuary Cove Waterfront Living, Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia

Sanctuary Cove

4.5/5(4 area reviews)

Restaurants, golf courses, and gardens highlight some of the noteworthy features of Sanctuary Cove. Make a stop by Sanctuary Cove Marina or Sanctuary Cove Golf and Country Club while you're exploring the neighborhood.

Sanctuary Cove
Ephraim Island Gold Coast Queensland Australia

Paradise Point

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Paradise Point and surrounding area, you can visit Sanctuary Cove Golf and Country Club and Sanctuary Cove Marina.

Paradise Point
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Arundel

If you're spending some time in Arundel, Coombabah Lakes Conservation Area and Morrie Glasman Oval are top sights worth seeing.

Arundel
A visit to the Gold Coast is not complete without Venturing a little west to the Coombabah Conservation Parklands.  Here you can immerse yourself in walks through Melaluecas, along boardwalks and marvel at the swamp like conditions.  Not only are the walks enchanting, you can almost be guaranteed of a meeting with kangaroos, wallabies and koalas.  This place is one you can't go to just once.  Get out and explore. #hiking #weekendgetaway #colourful

Coombabah

Travelers like the golf courses in Coombabah, and Lakeside Country Club is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Coombabah
Novotel Surfers Paradise

Novotel Surfers Paradise

4.5 out of 5
Cnr Surfers Paradise Blvd and Hanlan St Surfers Paradise QLD
The price is ₩172,830 per night from Feb 15 to Feb 16
₩172,830
₩190,113 total
Feb 15 - Feb 16
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,432 reviews)
A central location for everything the Gold Coast has to offer — accessibility is a real winner. The room we were in was huge. It can be a bit noisy at times due to Cavill Avenue directly below, but that’s expected given the location. The staff were attentive and helpful, and all in all, we really ...

Reviewed on Feb 3, 2026

Novotel Surfers Paradise
Dorsett Gold Coast

Dorsett Gold Coast

4.5 out of 5
5 The Darling Avenue Broadbeach QLD
The price is ₩152,256 per night from Mar 5 to Mar 6
₩152,256
₩167,482 total
Mar 5 - Mar 6
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,496 reviews)
Great location, clean room, smalls great. Too

Reviewed on Jan 29, 2026

Dorsett Gold Coast
Paradise Resort Gold Coast

Paradise Resort Gold Coast

3.5 out of 5
122 Ferny Avenue Surfers Paradise QLD
The price is ₩253,364 per night from Feb 10 to Feb 11
₩253,364
₩278,702 total
Feb 10 - Feb 11
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly resort in Gold Coast. Enjoy free water park access, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
Room need the sink move down so kids can get to it ? Back door out step out no sign and hurt my foot lot times Noise out side my room works every morning few hours, can’t have a afternoon nap The bed are to high for kids to get in it

Reviewed on Jan 29, 2026

Paradise Resort Gold Coast
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
The Peninsula at Hope Island

The Peninsula at Hope Island

4 out of 5
5101 Harbourview Drive Hope Island QLD
Book a stay at this beach aparthotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free parking, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Warner Bros. Movie World and Dreamworld ...
8/10 Very Good! (546 reviews)
Clean

Reviewed on Jan 26, 2026

The Peninsula at Hope Island
Meriton Suites Broadbeach, Gold Coast

Meriton Suites Broadbeach, Gold Coast

5 out of 5
2669 Gold Coast Highway Broadbeach QLD
Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (4,493 reviews)
The room was great with all the amenities needed. Staff was pleasant and overall, a very positive experience.

Reviewed on Jan 27, 2026

Meriton Suites Broadbeach, Gold Coast
Meriton Suites Surfers Paradise

Meriton Suites Surfers Paradise

5 out of 5
86 The Esplanade Surfers Paradise QLD
Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,045 reviews)
We had an amazing stay! The view and room were incredible beyond belief!

Reviewed on Jan 29, 2026

Meriton Suites Surfers Paradise
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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