Sanctuary Cove
Gold Coast
Visit Sanctuary Cove
Popular places to visit
Warner Bros. Movie World
Watch stunt shows, get on superhero rides, enter the Ice Age 4D Experience and take a splash in the Wild West at Australia’s theme park version of Hollywood.
Dreamworld
Australia’s biggest amusement park features exciting themed areas with everything from tigers and thrilling rides to vintage V8 super cars and TV characters.
Surfers Paradise Beach
This stretch of beach is known for its regular sets of rolling waves, with high-rise hotels and bustling nightlife along the sandy shore.
Cavill Avenue
Bustling nightlife, great shopping and a legendary surfing beach make this avenue the exciting centre of Surfer’s Paradise on the Gold Coast.
Sea World
Who doesn’t dream of staying overnight in a water park where you can see Jet Ski stunts, life-sized Nickelodeon stars, plus dolphins, sea lions and polar bears?
Wet'n'Wild Gold Coast
Get an adrenaline kick gliding through caves and tunnels or plunging down a giant water slide, or simply float and splash in a relaxing pool.
Things to do
Gold Coast Hop On Hop Off Sightseeing Cruise 1 Day Pass
Gold Coast's Favourite Learn to Surf Lesson (Ages 13+)
3 Day Ticket Dreamworld, WhiteWater World & SkyPoint
2-Hour Dolphin Kayak & Snorkel Tour on the Broadwater
Top hotels in Sanctuary Cove
InterContinental Sanctuary Cove Resort by IHG
Pools and facilities.
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025
Novotel Surfers Paradise
Location great close to tram stop and a short walk to the beach.Check in staff very friendly and helpful.Room clean with comfortable bed.Well stocked with coffee,tea and milk.Water pressure good and plenty of hot water. Bathroom was a little small and dated but does not detect from experience.Breakfast ...
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
voco Gold Coast by IHG
Great location for beach, restaurants and shops. Two pools and a hot tub. Breakfast buffet was great. Would recommend. Hotel is right on the tram line which makes it simple to get to south broadbeach or the other way to main beach.
Reviewed on 28 Nov 2025
The Langham, Gold Coast and Jewel Residences
Hotel was nice but service very poor. Waited 30 mins for a Coke Zero around the pool
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
The Star Grand at The Star Gold Coast
Room was good. Unfortunately the coffee we paid for at breakfast wasn't..The food was good but..
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
Meriton Suites Surfers Paradise
Very nice hotel
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Sanctuary Cove
Hope Island
Hope Island is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Sanctuary Cove Golf and Country Club and Sanctuary Cove Marina while you're in town.
Coomera
Unique features of Coomera include the theme parks and restaurants. Make a stop by Dreamworld or WhiteWater World while you're exploring the area.
Runaway Bay
Visitors to Runaway Bay enjoy its shopping, and if you want to do some exploring, Pine Ridge Conservation Park is worth a stop.
Labrador
Labrador is popular for its beaches, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Ian Dipple Lagoon or Cooke Murphy Oval.
Gaven
While Gaven isn't home to many top sights, Coombabah Lakes Conservation Area and Warner Bros. Movie World are some notable places to visit nearby.
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.
