South East Queensland Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Sea World showing marine life, tropical scenes and rides
Broadbeach showing a city, night scenes and modern architecture
Sea World which includes a water park, a pond and signage
Broadbeach featuring night scenes, modern architecture and a city
Sea World featuring bird life and zoo animals

Where to stay in South East Queensland

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
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
Main Beach showing a coastal town, a high-rise building and a city

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.

Southport
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Palm Beach

Palm Beach is known for its pristine beaches, and you can make a stop by Tallebudgera Creek and Palm Beach while in the area.

Palm Beach
Southport which includes a sandy beach, tropical scenes and swimming

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.

Main Beach
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$446 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
AU$446
24 Aug - 25 Aug
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! (588 reviews)
"We loved staying here. Was spacious, clean and convenient. Bus stops about 100m up the road which is easy to get everywhere including the airport. The pools were great and right on the beach"

Reviewed on 12 Aug. 2025

The Langham, Gold Coast and Jewel Residences
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 AU$239 per night from 21 Aug to 22 Aug
AU$239
21 Aug - 22 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free WiFi, 8 restaurants, and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
"C"

Reviewed on 15 Aug. 2025

The Star Grand at The Star Gold Coast
Dorsett Gold Coast

Dorsett Gold Coast

4.5 out of 5
5 The Darling Avenue, Broadbeach, QLD
The price is AU$164 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
AU$164
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,478 reviews)
"Location, close to casino. Only let down was being able to work the Tv?"

Reviewed on 14 Aug. 2025

Dorsett 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.
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! (4,326 reviews)
"We stayed at the Meriton property near Pacific Fair and really enjoyed the convenience of the location. It’s just a short walk to the beach, Woolworths, a variety of restaurants, and Pacific Fair Mall, so everything you need is close by. Parking was $12 a night, which we found reasonable and easy ..."

Reviewed on 17 Aug. 2025

Meriton Suites Broadbeach, Gold Coast
Qube Broadbeach

Qube Broadbeach

4 out of 5
Cnr Queensland Ave and Jubilee Ave, Broadbeach, QLD
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (859 reviews)
Lovely apartment in a great location
"Lovely property in a great location. Easy walking to shopping and restaurants. We made good use of the pool, spa and gym. Beds were a little firm could use a softer topper but otherwise it was a fantastic stay and will definitely be back"

Reviewed on 11 Aug. 2025

Qube Broadbeach
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! (915 reviews)
"Liked everything!"

Reviewed on 14 Aug. 2025

Meriton Suites Surfers Paradise
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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