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.
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?
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.
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 Kayaking & Snorkelling Tour (2.5 Hours)
Gold Coast's Favourite Learn to Surf Lesson (Ages 13+)
2-Hour Dolphin Kayak & Snorkel Tour on the Broadwater
Tamborine Rainforest Skywalk + Hop on Hop off Bus
Top hotels in Sanctuary Cove
InterContinental Sanctuary Cove Resort by IHG
Very nice
Reviewed on 8 Oct 2025
The Star Grand at The Star Gold Coast
Clean room, great amenities. Just a one night stay for us but very pleased with the accomodation.
Reviewed on 6 Nov 2025
Novotel Surfers Paradise
Good location to walk to everything in Surfers. Very close to grocery store for snacks! Lots to do and see on foot all around. .
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
The Langham, Gold Coast and Jewel Residences
Nice place
Reviewed on 5 Nov 2025
Mantra Legends Hotel
The room was lovely and was clean. Wasn’t expecting a security deposit on the day, and I’m still waiting for the deposit back 5 days later.
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025
Dorsett Gold Coast
Spacious new rooms, comfy bed and excellent service. Would happily stay again!
Reviewed on 8 Nov 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.
Helensvale
You'll enjoy the restaurants and theme parks in Helensvale. You might want to make time for a stop at Saltwater Creek Conservation Park or Game Over GC.
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.
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.
Sanctuary Cove
- Warner Bros. Movie World
- Cavill Avenue
- Dreamworld
- Robina Town Centre
- Surfers Paradise Beach
- Wet'n'Wild Gold Coast
- Springbrook National Park
- Broadwater Parklands
- SkyPoint Observation Deck
- Marina Mirage Shopping Centre
- Bond University
- Gold Coast University Hospital
- Nobby Beach
- Gold Coast Aquatic Centre
