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
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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
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
Southport which includes a sandy beach, tropical scenes and swimming

Main Beach

Main Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Tedder Avenue and Marina Mirage Shopping Centre, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Gold Coast.

Main Beach
The Star Grand at The Star Gold Coast

The Star Grand at The Star Gold Coast

5 out of 5
8 Casino Drive, Broadbeach, QLD
The price is NZ$283 per night from 16 Nov to 17 Nov
NZ$283
16 Nov - 17 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free WiFi, 8 restaurants, and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
Facilities great

Reviewed on 6 Nov 2025

The Star Grand at The Star Gold Coast
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$468 per night from 17 Nov to 18 Nov
NZ$468
17 Nov - 18 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (646 reviews)
I had an amazing stay! Everything was perfect — the room was spotless, the staff were incredibly friendly and helpful, and the amenities exceeded my expectations. The atmosphere was comfortable and welcoming, and every detail made me feel well taken care of. I’ll definitely be coming back and highly ...

Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025

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$207 per night from 16 Nov to 17 Nov
NZ$207
16 Nov - 17 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,334 reviews)
Good location to walk to everything in Surfers. Very close to grocery store for snacks! Lots to do and see on foot all around. .

Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025

Novotel 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.
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (972 reviews)
Buildings in front mainly

Reviewed on 6 Nov 2025

Meriton Suites Surfers Paradise
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! (4,412 reviews)
Very clean and spacious room and the welcome from the staff you walk in the door was lovely

Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025

Meriton Suites Broadbeach, Gold Coast
Harbour Quays Apartments

Harbour Quays Apartments

3 out of 5
2 East Quay Drive, Biggera Waters, QLD
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Gold Coast. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Warner Bros. Movie World and Cavill Avenue are ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (230 reviews)
Parking was good and secured, the room was clean

Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025

Harbour Quays Apartments
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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