Palm Beach Travel Guide

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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 family-friendly area.
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Activities

Surfers Paradise Sightseeing River Cruises

Surfers Paradise Sightseeing River Cruises

NZ$38
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Surfers Paradise Sightseeing River Cruises
Surfers Paradise Sightseeing Sunset River Cruise

Surfers Paradise Sightseeing Sunset River Cruise

NZ$53
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Surfers Paradise Sightseeing Sunset River Cruise
Surfers Paradise Skyline

Surfers Paradise Sightseeing Midday River Cruise

NZ$17
per adult
Surfers Paradise Sightseeing Midday River Cruise
Gold Coast Hop On Hop Off Sightseeing Cruise 1 Day Pass

Gold Coast Hop On Hop Off Sightseeing Cruise 1 Day Pass

NZ$54
per adult
Gold Coast Hop On Hop Off Sightseeing Cruise 1 Day Pass
Electron Maze

Infinity Attraction - Admission

NZ$38
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Infinity Attraction - Admission
Picture 3 for Activity Surfers Paradise: 2 Hour Surf Experience on the Gold Coast

Surfers Paradise: 2 Hour Surf Experience on the Gold Coast

NZ$101
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Surfers Paradise: 2 Hour Surf Experience on the Gold Coast
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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$105 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
NZ$105
24 Aug - 25 Aug
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! (601 reviews)
"Excellent. Quick, easy, tidy, organised, and a few surprise incentive deals and meal offers include. Highly recommend and will visit again!"

Reviewed on 12 Aug 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$454 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
NZ$454
23 Aug - 24 Aug
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! (818 reviews)
"Great trip. Amazing hotel."

Reviewed on 17 Aug 2026

The Langham, Gold Coast and Jewel Residences
Dorsett Gold Coast

Dorsett Gold Coast

4.5 out of 5
5 The Darling Avenue Broadbeach QLD
The price is NZ$206 per night from 17 Sept to 18 Sept
NZ$206
17 Sept - 18 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,564 reviews)
"Hotel was okay. I booked two rooms and had two lots of security deposit charged. Upon check out, one of them was released immediately but the other one is still sitting as pending after checking out 5 days ago. Hotel staff keeps saying it's released but obviously something has gone wrong and they ..."

Reviewed on 16 Aug 2026

Dorsett Gold Coast
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$432 per night from 19 Aug to 20 Aug
NZ$432
19 Aug - 20 Aug
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 ...
JW Marriott Gold Coast Resort & Spa
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$316 per night from 17 Sept to 18 Sept
NZ$316
17 Sept - 18 Sept
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! (1,006 reviews)
"The location waa great , lovely staff .. awesome time spent there ."

Reviewed on 17 Aug 2026

Hilton Surfers Paradise Hotel & Residences
Sea World Resort

Sea World Resort

Sea World Drive Main Beach Gold Coast Main Beach QLD
The price is NZ$318 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
NZ$318
31 Aug - 1 Sept
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! (1,015 reviews)
"Over all our stay was amazing, how ever some areas of the rooms are starting to show their age."

Reviewed on 16 Aug 2026

Sea World Resort
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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

Surfers Paradise Beach 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 Coolangatta Beach 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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