South Stradbroke Island

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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
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Novotel Surfers Paradise

Novotel Surfers Paradise

4.5 out of 5
Cnr Surfers Paradise Blvd and Hanlan St Surfers Paradise QLD
$118 nightly
The price is $130 total per night from Mar 30 to Mar 31
$130 total
Mar 30 - Mar 31
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! (1,452 reviews)
Breakkfast was good. Outlook was good.

Reviewed on Mar 26, 2026

Novotel Surfers Paradise
Voco Gold Coast

Voco Gold Coast

4.5 out of 5
31 Hamilton Avenue Surfers Paradise QLD
$106 nightly
The price is $117 total per night from Mar 29 to Mar 30
$117 total
Mar 29 - Mar 30
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! (1,000 reviews)
The staff were polite and helpful and i would recommend Voco to friends and family

Reviewed on Mar 22, 2026

Voco Gold Coast
Dorsett Gold Coast

Dorsett Gold Coast

4.5 out of 5
5 The Darling Avenue Broadbeach QLD
$110 nightly
The price is $121 total per night from Apr 2 to Apr 3
$121 total
Apr 2 - Apr 3
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,491 reviews)
Beautiful hotel with an amazing pool and close to all the amenities of the Star

Reviewed on Mar 26, 2026

Dorsett 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 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! (1,083 reviews)
I booked for a view of the front i.e. Ocean view yet I got a belly Ocean view on the sixth floor.

Reviewed on Mar 26, 2026

Meriton Suites Surfers Paradise
Qube Broadbeach

Qube Broadbeach

4 out of 5
Cnr Queensland Ave and Jubilee Ave Broadbeach QLD
Stay at this aparthotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,058 reviews)
Perfect location. Quiet. Love the pool and bbq area

Reviewed on Mar 27, 2026

Qube Broadbeach
Q1 Resort & Spa

Q1 Resort & Spa

4.5 out of 5
9 Hamilton Avenue Surfers Paradise QLD
Book a stay at this 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! (4,555 reviews)
Was a beautiful room. Only issues were not enough towels & supplies in kitchen. The room was very clean & spacious. Absolutely gorgeous view. Was close to everything

Reviewed on Mar 26, 2026

Q1 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.

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