Kingscliff

Tweed Heads

A park with trees, a picnic table, and a walking path.
A beach with people and boats.
A beach with picnic tables, a covered seating area, and trees.
A beach with a person sitting on the sand, palm trees, and a clear blue sea.
A coastal road with clear turquoise water, large rocks, and a paved path.

This coastal town is renowned for its scenic coastline, hinterland mountains and long white beaches, making it the perfect base for a seaside getaway.

Kingscliff features sandy beaches, surrounding rainforests and parks and close proximity to local attractions. Make this tranquil town your spot for holiday relaxation.

Laze on the golden beach and spend a day splashing about in the shallow tides on Kingscliff Beach. Swim, fish and paddleboard in the water or scuba dive at the Cook Island Aquatic Reserve. Take your surfboard to the reef break at the southern end of the beach.

Explore the surrounding nature parks and rainforests. Hike through coastal rainforest to discover flora and fauna unique to the area. Visit Point Danger’s lookout to see dolphins playing in the water. Walk through the Cudgen Nature Reserve and kayak or fish in Cudgen Creek. Climb nearby Mount Warning or ride a bike from Kingscliff to Pottsville Beach. Relax on a boat cruise along the Tweed River estuary and see the volcanic crater in the Tweed Valley.

Take a trip to Fingal Head Lighthouse and see the ruins of the lightkeeper’s house. This modest beacon was built in 1872. Its powerful illumination is due to its position on one of the easternmost points on the coast. The surrounding area is a great spot to fly kites, fish or simply look out to sea.

Marine Parade is Kingscliff's central street. Stop for a morning coffee, browse in speciality stores, see art at the Minjungbal Aboriginal Cultural Centre and in the evening, dine in style at an alfresco restaurant.

Kingscliff is a beachside community located south of Tweed Heads in the Northern Rivers area of New South Wales. The town is divided by a waterway, allowing access from the historic town centre to the outer areas. It is a 15-minute drive from the Gold Coast Airport, 45 minutes from Mount Warning and 80 minutes from Brisbane and Lamington National Park.


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Top hotels in Kingscliff

Mantra on Salt Beach

Mantra on Salt Beach

4.5 out of 5
Gunnamatta Avenue Kingscliff NSW
The price is P6,334 per night from Oct 12 to Oct 13
P6,334
P6,334 total
Oct 12 - Oct 13
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury resort in Tweed Heads. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
Mantra on Salt Beach
Peppers Salt Resort & Spa

Peppers Salt Resort & Spa

4.5 out of 5
Bells Boulevard Kingscliff NSW
The price is P7,433 per night from Oct 18 to Oct 19
P7,433
P7,433 total
Oct 18 - Oct 19
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Tweed Heads. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions South Kingscliff Beach and Kingscliff ...
Peppers Salt Resort & Spa
JW Marriott Gold Coast Resort & Spa

JW Marriott Gold Coast Resort & Spa

5 out of 5
158 Ferny Avenue Surfers Paradise QLD
The price is P14,355 per night from Oct 26 to Oct 27
P14,355
P15,790 total
Oct 26 - Oct 27
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"Nice place to stay! If there is any slide at the pool, it would be perfect"

Reviewed on Sep 8, 2026

JW Marriott Gold Coast Resort & Spa
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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P17,993 per night from Oct 11 to Oct 12
P17,993
P19,793 total
Oct 11 - Oct 12
includes taxes & fees
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9.4/10 Exceptional! (849 reviews)
"Lounge is not as good as expected. Ocean king room is great …"

Reviewed on Sep 22, 2026

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 P9,143 per night from Oct 26 to Oct 27
P9,143
P10,057 total
Oct 26 - Oct 27
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this 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 ...
Hilton Surfers Paradise Hotel & Residences
Dorsett Gold Coast

Dorsett Gold Coast

4.5 out of 5
5 The Darling Avenue Broadbeach QLD
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P7,017 per night from Oct 11 to Oct 12
P7,017
P7,719 total
Oct 11 - Oct 12
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,578 reviews)
"Clean room, friendly and helpfull staff, great location. We enjoyed our stay. There was nothing I disliked."

Reviewed on Sep 24, 2026

Dorsett Gold Coast
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Where to stay in Kingscliff

Find the best Kingscliff areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.

Cabarita Beach

Beaches, cafes, and shopping are just a few things travelers enjoy about Cabarita Beach. Check out Casuarina Beach or Cabarita Beach while you're exploring the area.

Pottsville

Pottsville is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Pottsville Beach and Cudgen Nature Reserve.

Casuarina

Beaches, restaurants, and spas highlight some of the noteworthy features of Casuarina. Make a stop by Casuarina Beach or South Kingscliff Beach while you're exploring the neighborhood.

Tweed Heads South

You'll enjoy the coffeehouses and waterparks in Tweed Heads South. You might want to make time for a stop at Coolangatta and Tweed Heads Golf Club or Tweed City.

Hastings Point

Hastings Point is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Maggies Beach and Cudgen Nature Reserve.



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