Top 9 Family Resorts Near Brisbane, Australia - Updated 2024

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Being the largest and capital city of Queensland state in Australia, Brisbane is a prime destination attracting tourists from around the globe. The city boasts a mixture of urban attractions as well as natural scenery, perfect for people of all ages. Enjoy the view of Brisbane from Mount Coot-Tha, the highest point in Brisbane. Brisbane City Botanic Gardens is the perfect spot for a picnic. To learn about the city’s rich history, drop by Queensland Museum. If you’re looking for a place to stay with your family that exudes a quiet island feel, set camp on Cylinder Beach Campground. For a more relaxing experience, check into one of these top family resorts near Brisbane, Australia.

We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and access to family-friendly amenities and activities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 12, 2024.

1. RACV Royal Pines Resort Gold Coast, Benowa (from USD 170)

A 27-hole championship golf course awaits your family at this stunning resort. There are plenty of amenities for your kids to enjoy on site, from three water slides at the water park area to the vast playground. Adults aren’t left behind either. The resort has five tennis courts, a fitness centre, and a full-service spa for older guests. Surfers Paradise town centre is just a 12-minute drive away from the property.

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RACV Royal Pines Resort Gold Coast

Wifi Available Wheelchair accessible

Address: Ross Street
7.01 km (4.4 mi) from Sea World

Parking Restaurant Room service Meeting/banquet facilities Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Tennis court Fitness centre

2. Broadbeach Savannah Resort (from USD 110)

Boasting spacious family rooms suitable for up to five people, Broadbeach Savannah Resort is ideal for a family holiday. The rooms are air-conditioned and come with a flat-screen TV, WiFi, kitchenette, and private balcony from where guests get to enjoy the panoramic city and ocean views.

Kids can splash around in the outdoor swimming pool, while adults can warm up in the sauna. The resort is conveniently close to pristine beaches and children-oriented theme parks such as Dream World and Wet ‘n’ Wild Water World. There are also barbecue facilities if you want to prepare a family feast.

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Broadbeach Savannah Resort

Wifi Available Wheelchair accessible

Address: 46 Surf Parade
8.44 km (5.3 mi) from Sea World

Meeting/banquet facilities Sauna Fitness centre Golf course (within 3 km) Garden Non-smoking rooms Airport shuttle Fishing

3. Sea World Resort, Gold Coast (from USD 199)

Sea World Resort offers a range of amenities that are suitable for guests of all ages. There is a heated lagoon pool and waterfall, SpongeBob Light Show & Aqua Play where kids get to sing under the musical water fountain, and a kid’s club that hosts a myriad of games and movies for an extra charge.

The well-appointed rooms come with a balcony offering sweeping views of the surrounding areas. The in-house restaurant serves a la carte meals, including a kid-friendly menu.

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Sea World Resort

Wifi Available Wheelchair accessible

Address: Seaworld Drive
407 meters (0.3 ft) from Sea World

Parking Restaurant Room service Meeting/banquet facilities Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Sauna Fitness centre

4. Chateau Beachside Resort, Gold Coast (from USD 122)

This modern and well-maintained beachside resort is close to excellent shopping, dining and nightlife options. It offers ergonomically designed apartments, each boasting stunning ocean views. The property also offers many amenities where both adults and kids can create fun memories. These include a game room with table tennis, pool, air hockey and several computer games, and a heated pool area with three hot tubs and a children’s play area.

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Chateau Beachside Resort

Wifi Available

Address: 52 Esplanade, Surfers Paradise
4.68 km (3.0 mi) from Sea World

Parking Sauna Garden Terrace Non-smoking rooms Laundry Family rooms Games room

5. Hilton Surfers Paradise Hotel & Residences (from USD 189)

Hilton Surfers Paradise Hotel & Residences is just a five-minute walk away from the iconic Surfers Paradise Beach and close to shopping, dining, and entertainment spots. As a family-friendly resort, there are two pools suitable for kids, a children’s menu, a playground, and a private cinema. What’s more, you will have access to complimentary Wi-Fi, TV, and babysitting services at an extra charge.

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Hilton Surfers Paradise Hotel & Residences

Wifi Available Wheelchair accessible

Address: 6 Orchid Avenue
4.91 km (3.1 mi) from Sea World

Parking Restaurant Room service Meeting/banquet facilities Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Sauna Fitness centre

6. InterContinental Sanctuary Cove Resort, an IHG Hotel, Hope Island (from USD 192)

Set in a beautiful location surrounded by lush gardens and water views, this five-star resort ensures families and guests a memorable and relaxing holiday. It has two outdoor swimming pools that are suitable for kids and a recreational centre with a fitness centre, game room, and tennis courts. This resort also comes with a kid’s club, where the little ones will have a great time interacting with their peers while you sip a few drinks at the on-site bar.

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InterContinental Sanctuary Cove Resort, an IHG Hotel

Wifi Available Wheelchair accessible

Address: Manor Circle
13.37 km (8.4 mi) from Sea World

Parking Restaurant Room service Meeting/banquet facilities Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Tennis court Fitness centre

7. Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort Gold Coast, Main Beach (from USD 246)

This beachfront resort offers the signature Sheraton experience. Attractions such as Surfers Paradise and the Star Casino are less than a 15-minute drive away. Aside from offering easy access to the beach, the property has a large swimming pool where both adults and kids can create wonderful memories in the water. There’s free Wi-Fi, bike rental services, a fitness centre, and spacious family rooms on offer as well.

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Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort Gold Coast

Wifi Available Wheelchair accessible Visual Aid: Braille

Address: Sea World Drive
1.16 km (0.8 mi) from Sea World

Parking Restaurant Room service Meeting/banquet facilities Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Fitness centre Garden

8. Turtle Beach Resort, Gold Coast (from USD 256)

Enjoy the best of Australian Gold Coast charm at this modern hotel. Turtle Beach Resort offers several family-friendly amenities such as four swimming pools, three of which are suitable for kids, a fitness area, a steam room, a hot tub and a restaurant serving American fare. The hotel also offers self-contained family rooms fitted with a flat-screen TV, WiFi, and a full kitchen. The resort also offers a kids’ program that includes video games, themed kids’ parties, and movie screenings.

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Turtle Beach Resort

Wifi Available

Address: 2346 Gold Coast Highway
10.47 km (6.6 mi) from Sea World

Parking Restaurant Bar Tennis court Sauna Fitness centre Garden Non-smoking rooms

9. Paradise Island Resort, Surfers Paradise (from USD 90)

Enjoy a blissful family vacation in Paradise Island Resort when in Surfers Paradise. The resort features well-appointed apartments, including family rooms equipped with free WiFi, a private bathroom, a balcony offering river and city views, and a kitchen if you want to cater for yourself. It also has a kid-friendly swimming pool, a tennis court, and barbecue facilities on site.

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Paradise Island Resort

Wifi Available Wheelchair accessible

Address: 1 Paradise Island,Surfers Paradise
5.3 km (3.3 mi) from Sea World

Parking Tennis court Fitness centre Garden Non-smoking rooms Laundry Facilities for disabled guests Family rooms

Have an incredible holiday with your family near Brisbane

Boasting a mixture of rural and urban attractions, Brisbane is a great holiday destination for all kinds of travellers. To keep everyone in the clan happy and entertained, book any of the family resorts listed above.

Any must-sees we missed? Tell us about them in the comments section or write a post here to help out fellow travelers!
Disclosure: Trip101 selects the listings in our articles independently. Some of the listings in this article contain affiliate links.

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