Sorrento Travel Guide
Gold Coast
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.
Kirra Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Kirra Beach during your travels in Gold Coast? Stroll along the seaside in this romantic area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
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.
Top hotels in Sorrento
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 14 Feb 2026
The Star Grand at The Star Gold Coast
Very good
Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026
voco Gold Coast by IHG
Staff was excellent
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026
JW Marriott Gold Coast Resort & Spa
Spotless and great service
Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026
Meriton Suites Broadbeach, Gold Coast
Room was spotless, staff was friendly and great central location
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Mantra Legends Hotel
Great stay
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Sorrento
Broadbeach Waters
Broadbeach Waters is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Dracula's Cabaret and Pacific Fair Shopping Centre.
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.
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.
Mermaid Waters
Unique features of Mermaid Waters include the bars and casinos. Make a stop by Gold Coast Seniors Tennis Club or Broadbeach Sports and Recreation Centre while you're exploring the area.
Main Beach
Main Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Tedder Avenue and Marina Mirage Shopping Centre, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Gold Coast.
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.
