South East Queensland

Travel Guide

Sea World showing a statue or sculpture, marine life and rides
Broadbeach featuring modern architecture, a city and night scenes
Sea World featuring signage, a pond and rides
Broadbeach showing modern architecture, night scenes and a city
Sea World which includes zoo animals and bird life

Where to stay in South East Queensland

Surfers Paradise showing a sunset, a city and a sandy beach

Surfers Paradise

Home of the Arts and Chevron Renaissance are a few top attractions in Surfers Paradise. Hop around the city on the metro at Cypress Avenue Station or Florida Gardens station and check out the area's stunning beaches, luxurious spas and popular shops.

Surfers Paradise
Broadbeach showing a sandy beach, a skyscraper and skyline

Broadbeach

The stunning beaches, first-class casinos and popular shops are notable features of Broadbeach. Make a stop by The Oasis or The Star Gold Coast while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Broadbeach South Light Rail Station to get around town.

Broadbeach
Burleigh Beach which includes a sandy beach, central business district and tropical scenes

Burleigh Heads

A noteworthy feature of Burleigh Heads is its stunning beaches. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Burleigh Beach and Burleigh Head National Park.

Burleigh Heads
Main Beach which includes a coastal town, a city and a sandy beach

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.

Southport
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Palm Beach

Palm Beach is known for its pristine beaches, and you can make a stop by Tallebudgera Creek and Palm Beach while in the area.

Palm Beach
Southport showing swimming, tropical scenes and a sandy beach

Main Beach

Main Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Marina Mirage Shopping Centre and Tedder Avenue, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Gold Coast.

Main Beach
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$888 per night from 16 Dec to 17 Dec
HK$888
HK$977 total
16 Dec - 17 Dec
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! (1,362 reviews)
Good selection of options and was changed up daily. Really enjoyed the stay and was in a great location.

Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025

Novotel Surfers Paradise
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$1,203 per night from 10 Dec to 11 Dec
HK$1,203
HK$1,328 total
10 Dec - 11 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 8 restaurants and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,029 reviews)
Room was good. Unfortunately the coffee we paid for at breakfast wasn't..The food was good but..

Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025

The Star Grand at The Star Gold Coast
Mantra Legends Hotel

Mantra Legends Hotel

4.5 out of 5
Cnr Surfers Paradise Blvd. & Laycock St Surfers Paradise QLD
The price is HK$882 per night from 16 Dec to 17 Dec
HK$882
HK$882 total
16 Dec - 17 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,008 reviews)
Clean, comfortable and quiet.

Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025

Mantra Legends Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Meriton Suites Surfers Paradise

Meriton Suites Surfers Paradise

5 out of 5
86 The Esplanade Surfers Paradise QLD
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (999 reviews)
Everything was good.

Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025

Meriton Suites Surfers Paradise
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, parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (4,439 reviews)
Room was clean , Iris was very helpful and Ari at check in was great

Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025

Meriton Suites Broadbeach, Gold Coast
Peppers Soul Surfers Paradise

Peppers Soul Surfers Paradise

5 out of 5
8 The Esplanade Surfers Paradise QLD
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,386 reviews)
Great position, nice rooms

Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025

Peppers Soul Surfers Paradise
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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