North Gold Coast

Travel Guide

A visit to the Gold Coast is not complete without Venturing a little west to the Coombabah Conservation Parklands. Here you can immerse yourself in walks through Melaluecas, along boardwalks and marvel at the swamp like conditions. Not only are the walks enchanting, you can almost be guaranteed of a meeting with kangaroos, wallabies and koalas. This place is one you can't go to just once. Get out and explore. #hiking #weekendgetaway #colourful
A visit to the Gold Coast is not complete without Venturing a little west to the Coombabah Conservation Parklands. Here you can immerse yourself in walks through Melaluecas, along boardwalks and marvel at the swamp like conditions. Not only are the walks enchanting, you can almost be guaranteed of a meeting with kangaroos, wallabies and koalas. This place is one you can't go to just once. Get out and explore. #hiking #weekendgetaway #colourful
Shooting astro at South Stradbroke Island over the weekend and the weather conditions couldn't have been better for capturing the Milky Way. I got this shot early in the evening as the Milky Way rose above the ocean and I thought I'd give the image some scale by standing on the small sand dune with a light.
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.
Dreamworld showing rides

Where to stay in North Gold Coast

suburb by the coast

Hope Island

Hope Island is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Sanctuary Cove Marina and Sanctuary Cove Golf and Country Club while you're in town.

Hope Island
Dreamworld showing rides

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.

Coomera
Sanctuary Cove Waterfront Living, Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia

Sanctuary Cove

4/5(2 area reviews)

Restaurants, golf courses and gardens are some highlights of Sanctuary Cove. Make a stop by Sanctuary Cove Marina or Sanctuary Cove Golf and Country Club while you're exploring.

Sanctuary Cove
Ephraim Island Gold Coast Queensland Australia

Paradise Point

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Paradise Point and surrounding area, you can visit Sanctuary Cove Marina and Harbour Town.

Paradise Point
A visit to the Gold Coast is not complete without Venturing a little west to the Coombabah Conservation Parklands. Here you can immerse yourself in walks through Melaluecas, along boardwalks and marvel at the swamp like conditions. Not only are the walks enchanting, you can almost be guaranteed of a meeting with kangaroos, wallabies and koalas. This place is one you can't go to just once. Get out and explore. #hiking #weekendgetaway #colourful

Coombabah

Travellers like the golf courses in Coombabah, and Lakeside Country Club is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Coombabah
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Arundel

While visiting Arundel, you might make a stop by sights like Coombabah Lakes Conservation Area and Morrie Glasman Oval.

Arundel
Novotel Surfers Paradise

Novotel Surfers Paradise

4.5 out of 5
Cnr Surfers Paradise Blvd and Hanlan St Surfers Paradise QLD
The price is HK$950 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
HK$950
HK$1,045 total
15 Mar - 16 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,447 reviews)
Not as expected. Doesn’t meet the standards of a 4 star hotel.

Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026

Novotel Surfers Paradise
Voco Gold Coast

Voco Gold Coast

4.5 out of 5
31 Hamilton Avenue Surfers Paradise QLD
The price is HK$950 per night from 11 Mar to 12 Mar
HK$950
HK$1,045 total
11 Mar - 12 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,008 reviews)
Check in was excellent, was given a letter saying there was maintenance being done and there would be no water from 11pm till 4 am. No drama there. Got back from dinner around 9 and heard a noise didn’t think much of it till I got into bed and the noise continued. It was a loud drilling sound. After ...

Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026

Voco Gold Coast
The Star Grand at The Star Gold Coast

The Star Grand at The Star Gold Coast

5 out of 5
8 Casino Drive Broadbeach QLD
The price is HK$1,222 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
HK$1,222
HK$1,347 total
15 Mar - 16 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 6 restaurants and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,014 reviews)
customer service from management was terrible! They do not value their loyal customers who have stayed there numerous times over 30 years! very disappointing. We love the actual hotel, but after this incident will find it hard to return and they just didn't care!

Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026

The Star Grand at The Star Gold Coast
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The Peninsula at Hope Island

The Peninsula at Hope Island

4 out of 5
5101 Harbourview Drive Hope Island QLD
Stay at this beach aparthotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free parking, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Dreamworld and Warner Bros. Movie World ...
8/10 Very Good! (560 reviews)
I was given a heap of information at check-in which would've been so much easier if it was printed up as a hand-out. I loved the easy walk to the local shopping centre, which offered great dinner options.

Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026

The Peninsula at Hope Island
Azzura Greens Resort

Azzura Greens Resort

4 out of 5
2 Activa Way Hope Island QLD
Stay at this apartment in Gold Coast. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (619 reviews)
The amenities were great. Loved the pool area. The room/suite was huge! The negatives were the queen bed was hard as a rock and moved really easily (like sitting down on it, moved it).

Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026

Azzura Greens Resort
Meriton Suites Broadbeach, Gold Coast

Meriton Suites Broadbeach, Gold Coast

5 out of 5
2669 Gold Coast Highway Broadbeach QLD
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a sauna and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (4,548 reviews)
Just an overnighter but good price, location and helpful staff. Thanks to Sophia for her politeness and help !

Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026

Meriton Suites Broadbeach, Gold Coast
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Popular places to visit

Dreamworld featuring rides

Dreamworld

5/5(3 reviews)

Australia’s biggest amusement park features exciting themed areas with everything from tigers and thrilling rides to vintage V8 super cars and TV characters.

Dreamworld
WhiteWater World featuring a water park and a pool

WhiteWater World

3/5(1 review)

Enjoy the adrenaline rush as you slide down some of the coolest waterslides and rides in Australia.

WhiteWater World

Sanctuary Cove Marina

Explore the waterfront of Sanctuary Cove Marina and enjoy other activities such as golfing in Gold Coast. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

Sanctuary Cove Marina

Sanctuary Cove Golf and Country Club

Enjoy a round of golf in Gold Coast at Sanctuary Cove Golf and Country Club. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.

Sanctuary Cove Golf and Country Club

Parkwood International Golf Course

Enjoy a round of golf in Gold Coast at Parkwood International Golf Course. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Parkwood International Golf Course

Coombabah Lakes Conservation Area

Enjoy a trip to Coombabah Lakes Conservation Area and popular activities such as golfing in Gold Coast. Visit the spas and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Coombabah Lakes Conservation Area

Things to do

Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary Entry Ticket

Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary Entry Ticket

HK$387
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary Entry Ticket
Catch a Crab

Catch a Crab Tour with Optional Seafood Lunch

HK$525
per adult
Catch a Crab Tour with Optional Seafood Lunch
Snorkeling with Turtles at Cook Island Aquatic Reserve

Snorkeling with Turtles – Cook Island Marine Reserve

HK$768
per adult
Snorkeling with Turtles – Cook Island Marine Reserve
Snorkel with Turtles Gold Coast

Snorkel with Turtles Gold Coast

HK$878
per adult
Snorkel with Turtles Gold Coast
Astra Lumina Gold Coast at Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary

Astra Lumina Night Walk at Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary

HK$276
per adult
Astra Lumina Night Walk at Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary
Astra Lumina Entry at Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary

Astra Lumina Entry at Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary

HK$276
per adult
Astra Lumina Entry at Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary
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