Varsity Lakes

Gold Coast

Popular places to visit

Movie World showing rides

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.

Warner Bros. Movie World
Cavill Avenue which includes a city, night scenes and shopping

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.

Cavill Avenue
Dreamworld which includes rides

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.

Dreamworld
Sea World

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?

Sea World
Surfers Paradise Beach which includes skyline, general coastal views and a sandy beach

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.

Surfers Paradise Beach
Coolangatta Beach showing general coastal views, a sunset and a coastal town

Coolangatta Beach

This city at the southern tip of the Gold Coast has some of the most pristine beaches, and clear water for swimming, fishing and diving.

Coolangatta Beach

Things to do

Surfers

Surfers Paradise Sightseeing Sunset River Cruise

P2,093
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Surfers Paradise Sightseeing Sunset River Cruise
Gold Coast: Sightseeing Hop-on Hop-off Cruise

Gold Coast: Sightseeing Hop-on Hop-off Cruise

P1,721
per adult
Gold Coast: Sightseeing Hop-on Hop-off Cruise
Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary Entry Ticket

Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary Entry Ticket

P2,676
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary Entry Ticket
Dracula's - Dinner & Show

Dracula's - Dinner & Show

P4,550
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Dracula's - Dinner & Show
Picture 5 for Activity Surfers Paradise and Gold Coast: Midday River Cruise

Surfers Paradise: Sightseeing Midday River and Canal Cruise

P1,109
per adult
Surfers Paradise: Sightseeing Midday River and Canal Cruise
Mount Tamborine Hop on Hop off Bus from Brisbane

Mount Tamborine Hop on Hop off Bus from Brisbane

P3,785
per adult
Mount Tamborine Hop on Hop off Bus from Brisbane
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Top hotels in Varsity Lakes

Novotel Surfers Paradise

Novotel Surfers Paradise

4.5 out of 5
Cnr Surfers Paradise Blvd and Hanlan St, Surfers Paradise, QLD
The price is P6,740 per night from Oct 13 to Oct 14
P6,740
P7,414 total
Oct 13 - Oct 14
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,262 reviews)
"Location is super handy! Rooms ok - only real issue was the bathroom was tiny. We had large sporting groups during our stay - which made it quite noisy at times. Long wait times for lifts became frustrating. Some construction near pool area limiting day time access (alternate pool available at neighbouring ..."

Reviewed on Sep 30, 2025

Novotel Surfers Paradise
The Langham, Gold Coast and Jewel Residences

The Langham, Gold Coast and Jewel Residences

5 out of 5
38 Old Burleigh Road, Surfers Paradise, QLD
The price is P14,072 per night from Oct 12 to Oct 13
P14,072
P15,479 total
Oct 12 - Oct 13
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (612 reviews)
"In a good position and room was good with ocean views. It was a bit of a wind tunnel and shadows over the pool i didnt like."

Reviewed on Sep 28, 2025

The Langham, Gold Coast and Jewel Residences
Hilton Surfers Paradise Hotel & Residences

Hilton Surfers Paradise Hotel & Residences

5 out of 5
6 Orchid Ave Surfers Paradise, Surfers Paradise, QLD
The price is P10,020 per night from Nov 4 to Nov 5
P10,020
P11,022 total
Nov 4 - Nov 5
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in Gold Coast. Enjoy free WiFi, 4 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
"The Hilton was excellent"

Reviewed on Oct 1, 2025

Hilton Surfers Paradise Hotel & Residences
Dorsett Gold Coast

Dorsett Gold Coast

4.5 out of 5
5 The Darling Avenue, Broadbeach, QLD
The price is P6,098 per night from Oct 27 to Oct 28
P6,098
P6,708 total
Oct 27 - Oct 28
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,497 reviews)
"The breakfast was simple but plentiful. Little disappointed with executive lounge as access was limited to minimal hours. Coffee machine while working often did not have milk in it. Staff were best of the best when they were on hand"

Reviewed on Oct 4, 2025

Dorsett Gold Coast
Q1 Resort & Spa

Q1 Resort & Spa

4.5 out of 5
9 Hamilton Avenue, Surfers Paradise, QLD
The price is P10,858 per night from Oct 28 to Oct 29
P10,858
P11,944 total
Oct 28 - Oct 29
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (4,446 reviews)
"Nice to come home to a comfy appartment after a day at the soccer pitches"

Reviewed on Oct 4, 2025

Q1 Resort & Spa
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 P9,173 per night from Oct 6 to Oct 7
P9,173
P10,090 total
Oct 6 - Oct 7
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free WiFi, 8 restaurants, and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
"The room was nice,clean and comfortable, we paid for breakfast and that was a disaster,waited 1/2 hour just to get in line and the food was disgusting. Very disorganised, we did not go to breakfast the next morning not wanting to eat there."

Reviewed on Oct 3, 2025

The Star Grand at The Star Gold Coast
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Other neighbourhoods around Varsity Lakes

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Miami

Miami is known for its pristine beaches, and you can make a stop by North Burleigh Lookout and Nobby Beach while in the area.

Miami
Burleigh Beach which includes general coastal views, a high rise building and city views

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
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Robina

Well-liked for its shopping and golf courses, Robina is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Cbus Super Stadium and Robina Town Centre, and jump on the metro at Robina Station to get around the city.

Robina
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Mermaid Waters

Unique features of Mermaid Waters include the bars and casinos. Make a stop by Broadbeach Sports and Recreation Centre or Gold Coast Seniors Tennis Club while you're exploring the area.

Mermaid Waters
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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
Mermaid Beach

Mermaid Beach

Mermaid Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Nobby Beach and Putt Putt Golf Mermaid Beach, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Gold Coast.

Mermaid Beach

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