North Gold Coast Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A visit to the Gold Coast is not complete without Venturing a little west to the Coombabah Conservation Parklands. Here you can immerse yourself in walks through Melaluecas, along boardwalks and marvel at the swamp like conditions. Not only are the walks enchanting, you can almost be guaranteed of a meeting with kangaroos, wallabies and koalas. This place is one you can't go to just once. Get out and explore. #hiking #weekendgetaway #colourful
A visit to the Gold Coast is not complete without Venturing a little west to the Coombabah Conservation Parklands. Here you can immerse yourself in walks through Melaluecas, along boardwalks and marvel at the swamp like conditions. Not only are the walks enchanting, you can almost be guaranteed of a meeting with kangaroos, wallabies and koalas. This place is one you can't go to just once. Get out and explore. #hiking #weekendgetaway #colourful
Shooting astro at South Stradbroke Island over the weekend and the weather conditions couldn't have been better for capturing the Milky Way. I got this shot early in the evening as the Milky Way rose above the ocean and I thought I'd give the image some scale by standing on the small sand dune with a light.
Just across the Broadwater from the Gold Coast in Queensland is South Stradbroke Island, one of only 15 sand based islands in the world, and home to Couran Cove Resort. This island getaway is made up of 1,800 acres of conservation park, so you know you’re walking into pristine nature. And it's one of the few places on the East Coast of Australia where you can see the sun rise in the east of the island and set on the west.
Dreamworld featuring rides

Where to stay in North Gold Coast

suburb by the coast

Hope Island

Hope Island is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Sanctuary Cove Marina and Sanctuary Cove Golf and Country Club while you're in town.

Hope Island
Dreamworld featuring rides

Coomera

Unique features of Coomera include the theme parks and restaurants. Make a stop by Dreamworld or WhiteWater World while you're exploring the area.

Coomera
Sanctuary Cove Waterfront Living, Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia

Sanctuary Cove

4/5(2 area reviews)

Restaurants, golf courses and gardens are some highlights of Sanctuary Cove. Make a stop by Sanctuary Cove Marina or Sanctuary Cove Golf and Country Club while you're exploring.

Sanctuary Cove
Ephraim Island Gold Coast Queensland Australia

Paradise Point

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Paradise Point and surrounding area, you can visit Sanctuary Cove Marina and Harbour Town.

Paradise Point
A visit to the Gold Coast is not complete without Venturing a little west to the Coombabah Conservation Parklands. Here you can immerse yourself in walks through Melaluecas, along boardwalks and marvel at the swamp like conditions. Not only are the walks enchanting, you can almost be guaranteed of a meeting with kangaroos, wallabies and koalas. This place is one you can't go to just once. Get out and explore. #hiking #weekendgetaway #colourful

Coombabah

Travellers like the golf courses in Coombabah, and Lakeside Country Club is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Coombabah
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Arundel

While visiting Arundel, you might make a stop by sights like Coombabah Lakes Conservation Area and Morrie Glasman Oval.

Arundel
Novotel Surfers Paradise

Novotel Surfers Paradise

4.5 out of 5
Cnr Surfers Paradise Blvd and Hanlan St Surfers Paradise QLD
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ₹11,031 per night from 16 Mar to 17 Mar
₹11,031
₹12,134 total
16 Mar - 17 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,460 reviews)
Yes the ocean was visible from my room

Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026

Novotel Surfers Paradise
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 ₹13,669 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
₹13,669
₹15,124 total
15 Mar - 16 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 6 restaurants and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,012 reviews)
Mmmm just, room 1219 but not important, didnt need an ocean view.

Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026

The Star Grand at The Star Gold Coast
Meriton Suites Broadbeach, Gold Coast

Meriton Suites Broadbeach, Gold Coast

5 out of 5
2669 Gold Coast Highway Broadbeach QLD
The price is ₹8,968 per night from 31 Mar to 1 Apr
₹8,968
₹9,865 total
31 Mar - 1 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a sauna and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (4,544 reviews)
Excellent accommodation, bed a little hard but otherwise perfect. Staff very extremely friendly and helpful. Highly recommend staying here as it’s so close to everything, only short light rail ride to surfers. Love the cheap transport. Will definitely be coming back and staying here again

Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026

Meriton Suites Broadbeach, Gold Coast
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The Peninsula at Hope Island

The Peninsula at Hope Island

4 out of 5
5101 Harbourview Drive Hope Island QLD
Stay at this beach aparthotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free parking, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Dreamworld and Warner Bros. Movie World ...
8/10 Very Good! (559 reviews)
Clean & comfortable - plenty of room - convenient

Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026

The Peninsula at Hope Island
Azzura Greens Resort

Azzura Greens Resort

4 out of 5
2 Activa Way Hope Island QLD
Stay at this apartment in Gold Coast. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (619 reviews)
The amenities were great. Loved the pool area. The room/suite was huge! The negatives were the queen bed was hard as a rock and moved really easily (like sitting down on it, moved it).

Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026

Azzura Greens Resort
Meriton Suites Broadbeach, Gold Coast

Meriton Suites Broadbeach, Gold Coast

5 out of 5
2669 Gold Coast Highway Broadbeach QLD
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a sauna and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (4,544 reviews)
Excellent accommodation, bed a little hard but otherwise perfect. Staff very extremely friendly and helpful. Highly recommend staying here as it’s so close to everything, only short light rail ride to surfers. Love the cheap transport. Will definitely be coming back and staying here again

Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026

Meriton Suites Broadbeach, Gold Coast
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Popular places to visit

Dreamworld showing rides

Dreamworld

5/5(3 reviews)

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
WhiteWater World showing a water park and a pool

WhiteWater World

3/5(1 review)

Enjoy the adrenaline rush as you slide down some of the coolest waterslides and rides in Australia.

WhiteWater World

Sanctuary Cove Marina

Explore the waterfront of Sanctuary Cove Marina and enjoy other activities such as golfing in Gold Coast. Stroll along the seaside in this family-friendly area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

Sanctuary Cove Marina

Sanctuary Cove Golf and Country Club

Enjoy a round of golf in Gold Coast at Sanctuary Cove Golf and Country Club. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.

Sanctuary Cove Golf and Country Club

Parkwood International Golf Course

Enjoy a round of golf in Gold Coast at Parkwood International Golf Course. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Parkwood International Golf Course

Coombabah Lakes Conservation Area

Enjoy a trip to Coombabah Lakes Conservation Area and popular activities such as golfing in Gold Coast. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Coombabah Lakes Conservation Area

Cities near North Gold Coast

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