South Stradbroke Island

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Sand dunes and Surf beach on South Stradbroke Island in Queensla
Sand dunes and Surf beach on South Stradbroke Island in Queensla
Just across the Broadwater from the Gold Coast in Queensland is South Stradbroke Island, one of only 15 sand based islands in the world, and home to Couran Cove Resort.

This island getaway is made up of 1,800 acres of conservation park, so you know you’re walking into pristine nature.

And it's one of the few places on the East Coast of Australia where you can see the sun rise in the east of the island and set on the west.
Southport featuring a sandy beach, tropical scenes and swimming
Ephraim Island Gold Coast Queensland Australia
Novotel Surfers Paradise

Novotel Surfers Paradise

4.5 out of 5
Cnr Surfers Paradise Blvd and Hanlan St Surfers Paradise QLD
$120 nightly
The price is $132 total per night from Feb 15 to Feb 16
$132 total
Feb 15 - Feb 16
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this 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! (1,418 reviews)
The room was clean & spacious. The pool area needs work though

Reviewed on Jan 27, 2026

Novotel Surfers Paradise
voco Gold Coast by IHG

voco Gold Coast by IHG

4.5 out of 5
31 Hamilton Avenue Surfers Paradise QLD
$110 nightly
The price is $121 total per night from Feb 1 to Feb 2
$121 total
Feb 1 - Feb 2
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,018 reviews)
Friendly staff and the play area for kids!

Reviewed on Jan 23, 2026

voco Gold Coast by IHG
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
$146 nightly
The price is $161 total per night from Feb 1 to Feb 2
$161 total
Feb 1 - Feb 2
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this 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! (1,013 reviews)
Bellhop George. Outstanding customer service, friendly and helpful. Room was ready for check-in by 1.30pm and luggage arrived soon after. Overall experience was exceptional. We shall return to STAR CASINO.

Reviewed on Jan 26, 2026

The Star Grand at The Star Gold Coast
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
Book a stay at this 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! (4,485 reviews)
Very well trained courteous and efficient staff, clean room, lots of great amenities and fabulous location.

Reviewed on Jan 22, 2026

Meriton Suites Broadbeach, Gold Coast
Meriton Suites Surfers Paradise

Meriton Suites Surfers Paradise

5 out of 5
86 The Esplanade Surfers Paradise QLD
Book a stay at this 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! (1,039 reviews)
Very clean and neat, love the fact they can give you some complimentary items if you forget something eg: shower cap, dental kit, shower loafer. Pool is fantastic indoor and outdoor for little ones

Reviewed on Jan 19, 2026

Meriton Suites Surfers Paradise
Tiki Hotel Surfers Paradise

Tiki Hotel Surfers Paradise

3.5 out of 5
Corner Ferny Ave & Wahroonga Place Surfers Paradise QLD
Book a stay at this beach aparthotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free WiFi, a sauna, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,119 reviews)
Amazing customer service and the location is fantastic - right near HOPO ferry dock, bus stops and within a few minutes walk to the tram stop, supermarkets, beach, main strip of Surfers Paradise is 5 minutes walk away. Restaurant next to the hotel was great as well. Check in was very easy, every ...

Reviewed on Jan 21, 2026

Tiki Hotel 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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