The Gold Coast is really where the country shines. The area itself is a playground of everything in modern Australia. The beaches are some of the best around, especially for surfing, while the highrises and entertainment districts make it look contemporary and vibrant. The city is bustling every day with a thriving international culinary scene, and pulsating nightlife in its bars, pubs, and clubs. If you’re looking to get out of the city, the rainforest hinterland is right outside the city limits. But, if you want to surf and work on your tan, be sure to check out these top beachfront hotels in Gold Coast, Australia.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) recent guest reviews, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and location with easy access to beach. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on March 12, 2024.
1. Novotel Surfers Paradise (from USD 140)
Good value for money with affordable parking options.
Clean rooms, helpful staff, spa bath, heated pool and spa, family-friendly amenities.
Prime location near Surfers Paradise beach, close to shops, dining spots, and light rail station.
Impressive buffet breakfast with a variety of options, convenient $15 voucher for opting out of daily room cleaning.
Novotel Surfers Paradise will truly be your paradise while you’re visiting the Gold Coast. Located right across the beach, the hotel is fully loaded with luxurious amenities that will make your stay memorable. Wake up in the morning and open the blinds to your floor-to-ceiling windows - the stunning views of the coast will take your breath away.
Rooms are equipped with a private balcony, TV, coffee and tea facilities, and some come with a spa bath. Hang out by the pool, work out at the fitness center, enjoy a game of tennis, go for a dip in the hot tub, or get a massage. Enjoy your evenings as the hotel is surrounded by nightlife, or grab a drink at the on-site cocktail bar.
Novotel Surfers Paradise
Address: Cnr Hanlan St and Surfers Paradise Blvd
366 meters (0.3 ft) from SkyPoint Observation Deck
2. Marriott Vacation Club at Surfers Paradise (from USD 285)
If you’re looking to explore the city or just spend time on the beach, Marriott Vacation Club at Surfers Paradise is the right place for you. Enjoy beachfront accommodations with direct access to the coast from the hotel or saltwater lagoons right on the property.
If you’re looking for a peaceful time, the aquatic quiet zones offer spa treatments and massages. Bike rentals are available from the hotel, along with access to fitness centers and tennis courts.
Marriott Vacation Club at Surfers Paradise
Address: 158 Ferny Ave, Surfers Paradise Queensland
1.67 km (1.1 mi) from SkyPoint Observation Deck
3. Hilton Surfers Paradise Hotel & Residences (from USD 178)
As a part of the Surfer’s Paradise skyline, this hotel offers guests a variety of accommodations. Everything from rooms with views of the city, beach, or hinterlands to guest rooms with seating and dining spaces can be chosen upon booking.
All accommodations come with a TV and WiFi access, and this beachfront hotel is just a five-minute walk to the shore.
Hilton Surfers Paradise Hotel & Residences
Address: 6 Orchid Avenue
541 meters (0.4 ft) from SkyPoint Observation Deck
4. Rhapsody Resort (from USD 127)
Wake up in the morning to gorgeous views of the beach and head out there to get some sun as the shore is only a minute’s walk away. This beachfront hotel offers guest rooms with WiFi, TV, toiletries, and big windows so you can take in the views of the Gold Coast.
Check out the luxurious spa and sauna if you’re looking to unwind a bit or relax in the garden and enjoy a coffee surrounded by plants and greenery.
Rhapsody Resort - Official
Address: 3440 Surfers Paradise Boulevard
1.63 km (1.1 mi) from SkyPoint Observation Deck
5. QT Gold Coast (from USD 160)
Located in the heart of the Gold Coast and right across the beach in Surfer’s Paradise, QT Gold Coast is a boutique hotel offering an amazing place to stay. Rooms here are equipped with air conditioning, TV, WiFi, a seating area, as well as a private balcony.
Enjoy a morning workout at the fitness center or simply head out and have a day at the beach, which is just a short walk away. The on-site restaurant Bazaar serves international-inspired dishes while the Stingray Lounge serves cocktails in a relaxed atmosphere.
QT Gold Coast
Address: 7 Staghorn Avenue
1.24 km (0.8 mi) from SkyPoint Observation Deck
6. Beachcomber Resort - Official (from USD 165)
This beachfront hotel is a great place to stay for those looking to spend a little time near the water. The hotel is a self-contained resort that offers guests accommodations with city or beach views, WiFi, TV, and studios with kitchens and laundry facilities.
Guests can lounge by one of the pools, enjoy some time in the sauna, play a few games of tennis, or take a two-minute stroll to the beach. If you’re looking to get out and explore, several restaurants and shops are also nearby.
Beachcomber Resort - Official
Address: 18 Hanlan Street
291 meters (0.2 ft) from SkyPoint Observation Deck
7. Q1 Resort and Spa (from USD 114)
What can be better than beachfront accommodation? How about one that features a spa and apartments that will make you feel like you’re home. The rentals here offer apartment-style accommodations with three or four bedrooms complete with TV, WiFi, kitchen, laundry facilities, and city or beach views.
If you’re looking to get out of the apartment, the hotel has two large outdoor lagoon pools along with an indoor lap pool, game center, full-service spa, sauna, and gym.
Q1 Resort & Spa - Official
Address: Hamilton Avenue
93 meters (304.1 ft) from SkyPoint Observation Deck
8. Greenmount Beach House (from USD 135)
Located just a short two-minute walk away from the beach, Greenmount Beach House is a quaint hotel that is five minutes’ walk away from Tweed River and located on Hill Street, Coolangatta.
Guests with a vehicle can expect free parking on-site while all guest rooms are equipped with TV, WiFi, and a private balcony/courtyard with ocean or river views. Head out to the beach and relax by the water or have a game or two of billiards in the game room.
Greenmount Beach House
Address: 55 Eden Avenue, Coolangatta
21.08 km (13.1 mi) from SkyPoint Observation Deck
Luxury beachfront living
Waking up to the sight of the beach is an amazing thing in itself, but when combined with a great hotel in a fun city, it’s likely that you’ll never want to leave. The Gold Coast has tons of great beaches and places to stay, so why not check out what the city and region have to offer?
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