South East Queensland Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Sea World showing marine life, tropical scenes and rides
Broadbeach showing a city, night scenes and modern architecture
Sea World which includes a water park, a pond and signage
Broadbeach featuring night scenes, modern architecture and a city
Sea World featuring bird life and zoo animals

Where to stay in South East Queensland

Surfers Paradise showing a sunset, a beach and a city

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.

Surfers Paradise
Broadbeach featuring skyline, a sandy beach and a high-rise building

Broadbeach

The stunning beaches, first-class casinos and popular shops are notable features of Broadbeach. Make a stop by The Star Gold Coast or The Oasis while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Broadbeach South Light Rail Station to get around town.

Broadbeach
Burleigh Beach featuring city views, a skyscraper and tropical scenes

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.

Burleigh Heads
Main Beach showing a coastal town, a high-rise building and a city

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.

Southport
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Palm Beach

Palm Beach is known for its pristine beaches, and you can make a stop by Tallebudgera Creek and Palm Beach while in the area.

Palm Beach
Mount Tamborine featuring interior views and drinks or beverages

Mount Tamborine

4.5/5(59 area reviews)

Mountain views, gardens and spas highlight some of the noteworthy features of Mount Tamborine. Make a stop by Tamborine National Park or Escarpment Massage and Day Spa while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Mount Tamborine
voco Gold Coast by IHG

voco Gold Coast by IHG

4.5 out of 5
31 Hamilton Avenue, Surfers Paradise, QLD
The price is NZ$213 per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
NZ$213
4 Aug - 5 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"Great stay. Will go back"

Reviewed on 18 Jul. 2025

voco Gold Coast by IHG
Hilton Surfers Paradise Hotel & Residences

Hilton Surfers Paradise Hotel & Residences

5 out of 5
6 Orchid Ave Surfers Paradise, Surfers Paradise, QLD
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$212 per night from 27 July to 28 July
NZ$212
27 July - 28 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in Gold Coast. Enjoy free WiFi, 4 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
"Our apartment was 10/10 as well as costumer service. Pools were absolutely freezing and not swimable. We have a 10 month and 26 month old and there wasn’t any facilities safe for them eg playground, locked area around the pools. No park space or playground either walking distance from the hotel."

Reviewed on 17 Jul. 2025

Hilton Surfers Paradise Hotel & Residences
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$436 per night from 21 July to 22 July
NZ$436
21 July - 22 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (999 reviews)
"The resort has great facilities and the staff are very professional and attentive. We did find the room quite small and our shower wasn't working correctly which was a little disappointing."

Reviewed on 7 Jul. 2025

JW Marriott Gold Coast Resort & Spa
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.
Meriton Suites Broadbeach, Gold Coast

Meriton Suites Broadbeach, Gold Coast

5 out of 5
2669 Gold Coast Highway, Broadbeach, QLD
Stay at this 5-star 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! (4,285 reviews)
"A swim in the beautiful warm indoor pool is a great way to start the day. Also appreciated the bar of soap as I dislike using liquid soap."

Reviewed on 16 Jul. 2025

Meriton Suites Broadbeach, Gold Coast
Q1 Resort & Spa

Q1 Resort & Spa

4.5 out of 5
9 Hamilton Avenue, Surfers Paradise, QLD
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (4,391 reviews)
"That was good"

Reviewed on 17 Jul. 2025

Q1 Resort & Spa
Meriton Suites Surfers Paradise

Meriton Suites Surfers Paradise

5 out of 5
86 The Esplanade, Surfers Paradise, QLD
Stay at this 5-star luxury aparthotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (898 reviews)
"View was magnificent! Area was quiet and not far from the busy restaurants and shopping Tram was so easy to get to places Property was a little old. The hairdryer head was broken and swapped for another one, but that was broken too. Abit hassle to try and call to ask for toiletries or coffee or general ..."

Reviewed on 15 Jul. 2025

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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