South East Queensland
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Where to stay in South East Queensland
Surfers Paradise
Known for its stunning beaches, luxurious spas, and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Surfers Paradise. Top attractions like Home of the Arts and Chevron Renaissance are major draws. Catch the metro at Cypress Avenue Station or Florida Gardens station to see more of the city.
Broadbeach
The stunning beaches, first-class casinos, and popular shops are notable features of Broadbeach. Make a stop by The Oasis or The Star Gold Coast while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Broadbeach South Light Rail Station to get around town.
Burleigh Heads
A noteworthy feature of Burleigh Heads is its stunning beaches. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Burleigh Beach and Burleigh Head National Park.
Palm Beach
Palm Beach is known for its pristine beaches, and you can make a stop by Tallebudgera Creek and Mallawa Drive Sports Complex while in the area.
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 Marina Mirage Shopping Centre and Tedder Avenue.
Novotel Surfers Paradise
Clean , spacious and nice views
Reviewed on Jan 22, 2026
The Star Grand at The Star Gold Coast
Beautiful room. Great afternoon tea on level 22.
Reviewed on Jan 19, 2026
voco Gold Coast by IHG
Location, easy access to the beach, cafes, restaurants. Friendly service.
Reviewed on Jan 18, 2026
Meriton Suites Broadbeach, Gold Coast
Everything was outstanding. Incredible ocean view. Spacious. Clean. Large patio . Premium coffee maker. Quality sheets. ALL staff were friendly and efficient. Sofia might be the best front desk person i have met !
Reviewed on Jan 13, 2026
Meriton Suites Surfers Paradise
Nice place Close to beach Close to shops and restaurants Clean and tidy Friendly staff Very modern and new
Reviewed on Jan 14, 2026
Tiki Hotel Surfers Paradise
Clean room, good space, great view to the pool and water. Just had to get a door stopper. Door chain broken. Only key door lock. Room door doesn’t look secured. Receptionist said maintenance have gone home and it will be fixed the next day. Girl said camera are all over the property. I can’t rely ...
Reviewed on Jan 18, 2026
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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?
Burleigh Beach
Head to this quieter suburban stretch of the Gold Coast and discover a national park, white sands and Australian wildlife.
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