Northern Australia Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Where to stay in Northern Australia

Surfers Paradise showing a sunset, a beach and a city

Surfers Paradise

Cavill Avenue and Home of the Arts 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.

Surfers Paradise
Broadbeach featuring skyline, a sandy beach and a high-rise building

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.

Broadbeach
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Brisbane Central Business District

4.5/5(5,095 area reviews)

Are you interested in beautiful gardens, stunning river views and popular shops? A visit to Brisbane Central Business District might be the perfect thing. You can also explore top sights like ANZAC Square War Memorial and Anzac Square.

Brisbane Central Business District
Noosa Heads featuring a beach and tropical scenes

Noosa Heads

A noteworthy feature of Noosa Heads is its stunning beaches. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Hastings Street and Noosa National Park.

Noosa Heads
Mooloolaba featuring landscape views, a sandy beach and views

Mooloolaba

A noteworthy feature of Mooloolaba is its stunning beaches. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out The Wharf Mooloolaba and Mooloolaba Esplanade.

Mooloolaba
Burleigh Beach featuring city views, a skyscraper and tropical scenes

Burleigh Heads

A noteworthy feature of Burleigh Heads is its stunning beaches. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Burleigh Beach and Burleigh Head National Park.

Burleigh Heads
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$198 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
AU$198
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
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 ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,292 reviews)
"We were a family of 4. Had a great view of Surfers Beach from our room. 2 minute walk to the light rail. Staff were amazing. Room was very spacious. Will definitely stay here again."

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025

Novotel Surfers Paradise
Cairns Colonial Club Resort

Cairns Colonial Club Resort

4 out of 5
18-26 Cannon Street, Manunda, QLD
The price is AU$110 per night from 6 Nov to 7 Nov
AU$110
6 Nov - 7 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,012 reviews)
"Great place to stay!"

Reviewed on 12 Oct 2025

Cairns Colonial Club Resort
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$405 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
AU$405
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (617 reviews)
"Beautiful room , great location , very comfortable"

Reviewed on 10 Oct 2025

The Langham, Gold Coast and Jewel Residences
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.
Brisbane Skytower by CLLIX

Brisbane Skytower by CLLIX

4 out of 5
222 Margaret Street, Brisbane, QLD
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Brisbane. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (2,093 reviews)
Lovely apartments
"The laundry setup was terrific other than there was no evidence of how to turn on the washing machine. The dryer worked perfectly so did handwashing then drying instead of using the washing machine."

Reviewed on 15 Oct 2025

Brisbane Skytower by CLLIX
Meriton Suites Surfers Paradise

Meriton Suites Surfers Paradise

5 out of 5
86 The Esplanade, Surfers Paradise, QLD
Stay at this 5-star luxury aparthotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (953 reviews)
"Great view and close to beach."

Reviewed on 11 Oct 2025

Meriton Suites Surfers Paradise
Meriton Suites Broadbeach, Gold Coast

Meriton Suites Broadbeach, Gold Coast

5 out of 5
2669 Gold Coast Highway, Broadbeach, QLD
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 helpful staff and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (4,388 reviews)
"Our room was very modern, clean and comfortable. Thank you"

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025

Meriton Suites Broadbeach, Gold Coast
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.

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