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 River Cruises

Surfers Paradise Sightseeing River Cruises

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

Surfers Paradise Sightseeing Sunset River Cruise

NZ$67
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Surfers Paradise Sightseeing Sunset River Cruise
Moreton Island Day Trip

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

NZ$230
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Moreton Island Day Trip (Kayak, Snorkel & Sandboard) frm Brisbane or Gold Coast
Tweed River and Rainforest lunch Cruise

Tweed River and Rainforest lunch Cruise

NZ$134
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
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$103
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 20 July to 21 July
NZ$105
20 July - 21 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
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$216 per night from 20 July to 21 July
NZ$216
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! (1,516 reviews)
"The room was clean and comfortable. The lights in the room were dim so any woman putting on makeup would be frustrated. The lifts were very slow and only one lift operating to the basement car park. After hours the basement carpark lift was not operational."

Reviewed on 12 July 2026

Novotel Surfers Paradise
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$456 per night from 20 July to 21 July
NZ$456
20 July - 21 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! (796 reviews)
"Great location with a luxurious twist"

Reviewed on 13 July 2026

The Langham, Gold Coast and Jewel Residences
Voco Gold Coast

Voco Gold Coast

4.5 out of 5
31 Hamilton Avenue Surfers Paradise QLD
The price is NZ$192 per night from 28 July to 29 July
NZ$192
28 July - 29 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,008 reviews)
"Always a pleasure quick easy Quote and central"

Reviewed on 13 July 2026

Voco Gold Coast
Sea World Resort

Sea World Resort

Sea World Drive Main Beach Gold Coast Main Beach QLD
The price is NZ$379 per night from 21 July to 22 July
NZ$379
21 July - 22 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! (1,017 reviews)
"love every thing about seaward"

Reviewed on 13 July 2026

Sea World Resort
Dorsett Gold Coast

Dorsett Gold Coast

4.5 out of 5
5 The Darling Avenue Broadbeach QLD
The price is NZ$252 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
NZ$252
2 Aug - 3 Aug
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! (1,566 reviews)
"Beautiful new hotel, spottlessly clean, rooms were very nice and good size bathrooms. Staff friendly and helpful. Highly recommend to anyone looking to stay here"

Reviewed on 13 July 2026

Dorsett Gold Coast
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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 Surfers Paradise Beach 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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