Runaway Bay Travel Guide
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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.
The Star Gold Coast
Why not try your luck with a visit to The Star Gold Coast during your visit to Gold Coast? Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.
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?
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.
Kirra Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Kirra Beach during your travels in Gold Coast? Stroll along the seaside in this family-friendly area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Activities
Surfers Paradise Sightseeing Sunset River Cruise
Moreton Island Day Trip (Kayak, Snorkel & Sandboard) frm Brisbane or Gold Coast
Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary Entry Ticket
3 Day Ticket Dreamworld, WhiteWater World & SkyPoint
Surfers Paradise Sightseeing City Lights Cruise
Our pick of the best Runaway Bay Hotel Deals
Novotel Surfers Paradise
Novotel was good , I stayed for 5 nights. It’s not bad. I wasn’t expecting high class luxury anyways, what you pay is what you get. They can improve on breakfast environment. The dining area definitely needs an upgrade.
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
The Langham, Gold Coast and Jewel Residences
Rooms were clean, staff were pleasant and helpful, pool was crowded
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
Voco Gold Coast
Yes
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Dorsett Gold Coast
Very good job
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
Hilton Surfers Paradise Hotel & Residences
Nice apartment, breakfast options excellent and nice to have a beach view.
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
QT Gold Coast
Was great 20 years ago but now some average staff, two non functioning lifts during breakfast time and a pool that is way to small for the property is showing its age. The rooms were still very comfortable but not quite up to 2026 QT standards. If you don’t mind about other amenities the value for ...
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Runaway Bay
Labrador
Labrador is popular for its beaches, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Cooke Murphy Oval or Harley Park.
Hope Island
Hope Island is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Sanctuary Cove Golf and Country Club and Sanctuary Cove Marina while you're in town.
Southport
Beaches, spas and theme parks are some highlights of Southport. Make a stop by Australia Fair Shopping Centre or Gold Coast Aquatic Centre while you're exploring.
Sanctuary Cove
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.
Main Beach
Main Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Mariner's Cove Marina and Marina Mirage Shopping Centre, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Gold Coast.
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.
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