A sandy beach with dunes and sparse vegetation.

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Check availability on South Stradbroke Island Family Hotels

Tonight
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Tomorrow
8 Sept - 9 Sept
This weekend
11 Sept - 13 Sept
Next weekend
18 Sept - 20 Sept

Our top choices for South Stradbroke Island family-friendly hotels

1. InterContinental Sanctuary Cove Resort by IHG

InterContinental Sanctuary Cove Resort by IHG
Hope Island
  • A family paradise on the beach with two pools, kids club, and Warner Bros. Movie World nearby.
AU$296
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
InterContinental Sanctuary Cove Resort by IHG

2. Sea World Resort

Sea World Resort
Main Beach
  • Splash into family fun at the free water park resort with poolside relaxation and just minutes from Surfers Paradise Beach.
AU$368
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Sea World Resort

3. Elite Gold Coast

Elite Gold Coast
Carrara
AU$220
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept
Elite Gold Coast

4. RACV Royal Pines Resort Gold Coast

RACV Royal Pines Resort Gold Coast
Benowa
  • Transform your family holiday with splash-tastic pools, a free water park, and endless activities for all ages at this luxury retreat.
AU$246
includes taxes & fees
17 Sept - 18 Sept
RACV Royal Pines Resort Gold Coast

5. Mercure Gold Coast Resort

Mercure Gold Coast Resort
Carrara
  • Splash into family fun with 3 pools, 2 tennis courts, and countless smiles at this resort just minutes from Surfers Paradise Beach.
AU$165
includes taxes & fees
17 Sept - 18 Sept
Mercure Gold Coast Resort

6. Azzura Greens Resort

Azzura Greens Resort
Hope Island
AU$243
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Azzura Greens Resort

7. Quest Southport

Quest Southport
Southport
AU$211
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept
Quest Southport

8. QT Gold Coast

QT Gold Coast
Surfers Paradise
AU$220
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
QT Gold Coast

9. Blue Heron Motel

Blue Heron Motel
Mermaid Beach
AU$164
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Blue Heron Motel

10. Nightelier Mermaid Waters

Nightelier Mermaid Waters
Mermaid Waters
  • Discover a family haven with poolside fun, golf course adventures, and arcade excitement just minutes from Surfers Paradise Beach.
AU$184
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Nightelier Mermaid Waters
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Family friendly things to do in South Stradbroke Island

South Stradbroke Island is a paradise of family-friendly activities that promise to delight both parents and children alike. Begin your adventure at the Gold Coast's famous beaches, where soft sands and gentle waves create a perfect setting for a family day of sunbathing, swimming, and building sandcastles. For a touch of nature, the island’s lush parks and wildlife reserves offer opportunities for exciting bushwalks and wildlife spotting, including kangaroos and an array of bird species. If your family enjoys water sports, head to the island’s lagoons for kayaking or paddleboarding, providing a fun workout while exploring the serene environment. Make time for an unforgettable dolphin-watching cruise, where you can marvel at these playful creatures in their natural habitat—an experience that will surely be the highlight of your trip. To top it all off, consider staying in the northern end of the island, where family-friendly resorts and hotels provide spacious rooms with convenient access to all the attractions. Many of these hotels feature pools, on-site dining options, and kid-friendly activities, ensuring a comfortable and entertaining stay for families seeking quality and attentive service.

Top South Stradbroke Island Hotel Reviews

Paradise Resort Gold Coast

Paradise Resort Gold Coast

10/10 Excellent
"Absolutely loved the character themes across the whole resort. We were staying in Cleo's castle"
Rachel 7-night trip
Posted 7 hours ago
Paradise Resort Gold Coast
JW Marriott Gold Coast Resort & Spa

JW Marriott Gold Coast Resort & Spa

10/10 Excellent
"One of the better marriots ive stayed in"
Ross 7-night trip
Posted 8 hours ago
JW Marriott Gold Coast Resort & Spa
Nightelier Mermaid Waters

Nightelier Mermaid Waters

10/10 Excellent
"Location is great clean rooms"
Yeo Jin 1-night trip
Posted 18 hours ago
Nightelier Mermaid Waters
Mantra on View Hotel

Mantra on View Hotel

8/10 Good
"Convenient location Hotel dated and a little worn out Quite noisy facing the road on level 7! Good parking facility"
Rhys 3-night trip
Posted 21 hours ago
Mantra on View Hotel
The Star Grand at The Star Gold Coast

The Star Grand at The Star Gold Coast

10/10 Excellent
"Nothing was too much trouble for anyone, our stay was just perfect"
Richard 2-night trip
Posted 23 hours ago
The Star Grand at The Star Gold Coast
QT Gold Coast

QT Gold Coast

10/10 Excellent
"We especially enjoyed our view over Surfers and the ocean from our 20th floor balcony for dinner and breakfast. And we very much appreciated the receptionist’s advice to us as we were leaving that we could use our complimentary drink vouchers for two barista-style flat whites."
Dell 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
QT Gold Coast
Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort, Gold Coast

Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort, Gold Coast

10/10 Excellent
"I absolutely loved everything about this hotel. It looks like it does online, everything was clean and beautiful. The location was quieter than Surfers Paradise so lots of opportunities to relax. I wish I was still there"
Joanna 7-night trip
Posted 5 days ago
Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort, Gold Coast
Hilton Surfers Paradise Hotel & Residences

Hilton Surfers Paradise Hotel & Residences

8/10 Good
"Comfortable clean bedding, slept like a baby!!"
Mohammad 1-night trip
Posted 7 days ago
Hilton Surfers Paradise Hotel & Residences
Voco Gold Coast

Voco Gold Coast

10/10 Excellent
"Simple easy check in with friendly and helpful staff"
Andrew 2-night trip
Posted 2 weeks ago
Voco Gold Coast

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