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 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.
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.
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.
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.
Main Beach
Main Beach is beloved for its stunning beaches. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Marina Mirage Shopping Centre and Tedder Avenue.
The Star Grand at The Star Gold Coast
Perfect experience
Reviewed on Dec 29, 2025
voco Gold Coast by IHG
Great room, ocean view from 14th floor. Freindly staffs, close to shops, restaurants, beach and markets
Reviewed on Dec 29, 2025
Novotel Surfers Paradise
Yew, it was clean
Reviewed on Dec 29, 2025
Meriton Suites Broadbeach, Gold Coast
Staff were very friendly and welcoming. The room was spacious and fairly comfortable. Proximity to the beach is excellent. Lots of places to eat and hangout around. Nearby mall for any shopping needs. Good facilities at the site. Easy to reach from the airport - one bus ride and a short walk. The ...
Reviewed on Jan 3, 2026
Meriton Suites Surfers Paradise
Loved the place
Reviewed on Dec 30, 2025
Qube Broadbeach
Little odd only getting a single towel per person for a 5 day stay. Staff confirmed this was standard. Room was in decent condition, great view. Free parking was very helpful.
Reviewed on Dec 29, 2025
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.
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.
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.
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.
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?
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.
