Kingscliff Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Kingscliff showing general coastal views
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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Our pick of the best Kingscliff Hotel Deals

Meriton Suites Broadbeach, Gold Coast
Meriton Suites Broadbeach, Gold Coast
5 out of 5
2669 Gold Coast Highway, Broadbeach, QLD
The price is AU$160 per night from 11 Jun to 12 Jun
AU$160
per night
11 Jun - 12 Jun
Stay at this 5-star luxury aparthotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (3,784 reviews)
"An excellent hotel with helpful staff and all the creature comforts. Property is in a perfect location close to shopping, restaurants and local events all within blocks of the hotel. Just left the car in the parking garage. Many rooms have beautiful ocean views. Highly recommend this property."

Reviewed on 23 May 2024

Meriton Suites Broadbeach, Gold Coast
Mantra on Salt Beach
Mantra on Salt Beach
4.5 out of 5
Gunnamatta Avenue, Kingscliff, NSW
The price is AU$195 per night from 27 May to 28 May
AU$195
per night
27 May - 28 May
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury resort in Tweed Heads. Enjoy free parking, a beach locale, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
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Reviewed on 19 May 2024

Mantra on Salt Beach
Peppers Salt Resort & Spa
Peppers Salt Resort & Spa
4.5 out of 5
Bells Boulevard, Salt Village, Kingscliff, NSW
The price is AU$235 per night from 27 May to 28 May
AU$235
per night
27 May - 28 May
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Tweed Heads. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (998 reviews)
"Helpful staff member ."

Reviewed on 28 Mar. 2024

Peppers Salt Resort & Spa
Novotel Surfers Paradise
Novotel Surfers Paradise
4.5 out of 5
Cnr Surfers Paradise Blvd and Hanlan St, Surfers Paradise, QLD
The price is AU$183 per night from 26 Jun to 27 Jun
AU$183
per night
26 Jun - 27 Jun
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,003 reviews)
"Very helpful and pleasant staff ."

Reviewed on 21 May 2024

Novotel Surfers Paradise
Q1 Resort & Spa
Q1 Resort & Spa
4.5 out of 5
9 Hamilton Avenue, Surfers Paradise, QLD
The price is AU$295 per night from 27 May to 28 May
AU$295
per night
27 May - 28 May
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (4,010 reviews)
"Well, I liked the stay but I was a little disappointed that on the last day of our stay we didn't get any room service such as per the usual. The bed was not done, the bathrooms was not done nor anything else and we had to use the same old hand and floor towels we used the day before. The airconditionig ..."

Reviewed on 24 May 2024

Q1 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
The price is AU$365 per night from 2 Jun to 3 Jun
AU$365
per night
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (347 reviews)
"The most beautiful hotel I have ever stayed! Fantastic location and facility"

Reviewed on 19 May 2024

The Langham, Gold Coast and Jewel Residences
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Other neighbourhoods around Kingscliff

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Casuarina

Beaches, restaurants and spas are some highlights of Casuarina. Make a stop by Casuarina Beach or South Kingscliff Beach while you're exploring.

Casuarina
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Chinderah

Beaches and restaurants are just a few things travellers like about Chinderah. A stop by Stotts Island Nature Reserve is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area.

Chinderah
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Cudgen

While there might not be top attractions in Cudgen, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Tropical Fruit World and Casuarina Beach.

Cudgen
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Kings Forest

Kings Forest might not have many top sights, but Tropical Fruit World and Casuarina Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Kings Forest
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Banora Point

Banora Point might not have many top sights, but Coolangatta and Tweed Heads Golf Club and Tweed City are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Banora Point
Fingal Lighthouse showing landscape views, a coastal town and a lighthouse

Fingal Head

Travellers like the monuments in Fingal Head, and Kingscliff Beach is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Fingal Head


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