Palm Beach Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A coastal city with a beach, ocean, and residential areas.
A coastal landscape with a clear turquoise bay, sandy beach, and dense forested hills.
A coastal cityscape with a beach, high-rise buildings, and a mountainous backdrop.
A coastal landscape with a bridge, a river, and a town.
A coastal town with a beach, a small hill, and a marina.

Stay near popular Palm Beach attractions

Tallebudgera Creek

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Tallebudgera Creek during your trip to Gold Coast? Wander the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area.
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Activities

Surfers Paradise Sightseeing Sunset River Cruise

Surfers Paradise Sightseeing Sunset River Cruise

NZ$47
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Surfers Paradise Sightseeing Sunset River Cruise
Surfers Paradise Sightseeing River Cruises

Surfers Paradise Sightseeing River Cruises

NZ$33
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Surfers Paradise Sightseeing River Cruises
Moreton Island Day Trip

Moreton Island Day Trip (Kayak, Snorkel & Sandboard) frm Brisbane or Gold Coast

NZ$217
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Moreton Island Day Trip (Kayak, Snorkel & Sandboard) frm Brisbane or Gold Coast
Gold Coast Sailing Cruise with sparkling wine & nibbles platter

Gold Coast Sailing Cruise with sparkling wine & nibbles platter

NZ$145
per adult
Gold Coast Sailing Cruise with sparkling wine & nibbles platter
Tweed River and Rainforest lunch Cruise

Tweed River and Rainforest lunch Cruise

NZ$133
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Tweed River and Rainforest lunch Cruise
Gold Coast sunset cruise

Gold Coast Sunset Cruise with sparkling wine & nibbles platter

NZ$145
per adult
Gold Coast Sunset Cruise with sparkling wine & nibbles platter
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Our pick of the best Palm Beach Hotel Deals

Palm Beach Hotel

Palm Beach Hotel

3 out of 5
1118 Gold Coast Hwy Palm Beach QLD
The price is NZ$108 per night from 15 July to 16 July
NZ$108
15 July - 16 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
7.4/10 Good! (598 reviews)
"This is basic, but also the smell was disgusting. Every time I walked into my room there was a wall of wet carpet/wet dog smell. What was beyond frustrating was I had to compromise my privacy to get fresh air in there. That is to say, the windows were sealed shut, and the only way to get any air ..."

Reviewed on 22 June 2026

Palm Beach Hotel
The Langham, Gold Coast and Jewel Residences

The Langham, Gold Coast and Jewel Residences

5 out of 5
38 Old Burleigh Road Surfers Paradise QLD
The price is NZ$495 per night from 22 July to 23 July
NZ$495
22 July - 23 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (786 reviews)
"Loved the pools and locations. The beach is right there! And it was so peacful up in our room (ocean side, 35th floor)."

Reviewed on 26 June 2026

The Langham, Gold Coast and Jewel Residences
Novotel Surfers Paradise

Novotel Surfers Paradise

4.5 out of 5
Cnr Surfers Paradise Blvd and Hanlan St Surfers Paradise QLD
The price is NZ$256 per night from 20 July to 21 July
NZ$256
20 July - 21 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
8/10 Very good! (1,513 reviews)
"The room facing cavil street mall was extremely noisy untill 3am, need triple glazing on these windows facing that mall !!!!"

Reviewed on 28 June 2026

Novotel Surfers Paradise
JW Marriott Gold Coast Resort & Spa

JW Marriott Gold Coast Resort & Spa

5 out of 5
158 Ferny Avenue Surfers Paradise QLD
The price is NZ$488 per night from 15 July to 16 July
NZ$488
15 July - 16 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"Breakfast take too long to get a sit and when you finally get a table there we’re not food on display"

Reviewed on 25 June 2026

JW Marriott Gold Coast Resort & Spa
Sea World Resort

Sea World Resort

Sea World Drive Main Beach Gold Coast Main Beach QLD
The price is NZ$384 per night from 22 July to 23 July
NZ$384
22 July - 23 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"Amazing service made the experience memorable"

Reviewed on 28 June 2026

Sea World Resort
Hilton Surfers Paradise Hotel & Residences

Hilton Surfers Paradise Hotel & Residences

5 out of 5
6 Orchid Ave Surfers Paradise Surfers Paradise QLD
The price is NZ$353 per night from 19 July to 20 July
NZ$353
19 July - 20 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Gold Coast. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 4 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"Cannot complain, super comfortable stay"

Reviewed on 28 June 2026

Hilton Surfers Paradise Hotel & Residences
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Our guide on where to stay in Palm Beach

Find the best Palm Beach areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Palm Beach
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A coastal cityscape with high-rise buildings and a beach.

Surfers Paradise

Cavill Avenue and Home of the Arts are a few top attractions in Surfers Paradise. Hop around the city on the metro at Cypress Avenue Station or Florida Gardens station and check out the area's stunning beaches, luxurious spas and popular shops.

A beach with clear turquoise waters and a sandy shore. In the background, there are several high-rise buildings, including a distinctive curved skyscraper.
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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.

A surfer on a wave with a city skyline in the background.

Coolangatta

The stunning beaches and popular shops are just a few highlights of Coolangatta. Make a stop by Kirra Beach or The Strand while you're exploring the area.

A city skyline at sunset with high-rise buildings along a beach.

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.

A beach with people, a city skyline, and the ocean.

Southport

Beaches, spas and theme parks are some highlights of Southport. Make a stop by Australia Fair Shopping Centre or Gold Coast Aquatic Centre while you're exploring.

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