South East Queensland
Travel Guide
Visit South East Queensland
Where to stay in South East Queensland
Surfers Paradise
Known for its stunning beaches, luxurious spas, and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Surfers Paradise. Top attractions like Home of the Arts and Chevron Renaissance are major draws. Catch the metro at Cypress Avenue Station or Florida Gardens station to see more of the city.
Broadbeach
The stunning beaches, first-class casinos, and popular shops are notable features of Broadbeach. Make a stop by The Star Gold Coast or The Oasis while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Broadbeach South Light Rail Station to get around town.
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.
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.
Southport
Beaches, spas, and theme parks are just a few things travelers enjoy about Southport. Check out Australia Fair Shopping Centre or Gold Coast Aquatic Centre while you're exploring the area.
Main Beach
Main Beach is beloved for its stunning beaches. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Tedder Avenue and Marina Mirage Shopping Centre.
Novotel Surfers Paradise
Good location. Comfortable room. Helpful staff. However the carpet in the breakfast room was very grubby, with trodden in food.
Reviewed on Feb 14, 2026
The Star Grand at The Star Gold Coast
Overall great place to stay. Harvest buffet is great. Pool area is great. Comfy bed etc...
Reviewed on Feb 15, 2026
voco Gold Coast by IHG
Staff was excellent
Reviewed on Feb 15, 2026
Meriton Suites Broadbeach, Gold Coast
clean big new room, full size fridge, friendly staff, free fortune cookies. i would stay here again. it was expensive though.
Reviewed on Feb 13, 2026
Meriton Suites Surfers Paradise
Nice room and balcony
Reviewed on Feb 16, 2026
Qube Broadbeach
Great views from stylish room. Great pool
Reviewed on Feb 12, 2026
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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.
The Star Gold Coast
Why not try your luck with a visit to The Star Gold Coast where you can enjoy the games and entertainment of this top casino in Gold Coast? Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.
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.
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.
Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre
Learn about the events happening at Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre during your trip to Gold Coast. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.
