Kingscliff Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Kingscliff
Kingscliff
Kingscliff
Kingscliff
Kingscliff

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

Mantra on Salt Beach

Mantra on Salt Beach

4.5 out of 5
Gunnamatta Avenue Kingscliff NSW
The price is AU$142 per night from 16 June to 17 June
AU$142
16 June - 17 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Tweed Heads. Enjoy free parking, a beach locale and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
"Property was clean and well kept. Near a small shopping area the beach. We did not get to try out the pool as it was winter but the pool looked nice."

Reviewed on 7 June 2026

Mantra on Salt Beach
Peppers Salt Resort & Spa

Peppers Salt Resort & Spa

4.5 out of 5
Bells Boulevard Kingscliff NSW
The price is AU$147 per night from 16 June to 17 June
AU$147
16 June - 17 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Tweed Heads. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions South Kingscliff Beach and Kingscliff Beach ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"We enjoyed our time at Peppers Salt Resort and would be happy to go again but the room we stayed in was ‘tired’ and really needs a refurbishment. Great facilities, helpful staff. Thank you."

Reviewed on 4 June 2026

Peppers Salt 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$378 per night from 25 June to 26 June
AU$378
25 June - 26 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (779 reviews)
"Hands down one of the best hotels I have ever stayed at. Stayed in the deluxe king ocean and the view was incredible! The rooms were clean, the staff were nice and the amenities were so well maintained. Highly highly highly recommend if you are coming to the Gold Coast since it is right by the beach ..."

Reviewed on 4 June 2026

The Langham, Gold Coast and Jewel Residences
Dorsett Gold Coast

Dorsett Gold Coast

4.5 out of 5
5 The Darling Avenue Broadbeach QLD
The price is AU$187 per night from 23 June to 24 June
AU$187
23 June - 24 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,543 reviews)
"Big variety of breakfast. Nice parking. Abundant options for outside restaurants."

Reviewed on 8 June 2026

Dorsett Gold Coast
Hilton Surfers Paradise Hotel & Residences

Hilton Surfers Paradise Hotel & Residences

5 out of 5
6 Orchid Ave Surfers Paradise Surfers Paradise QLD
The price is AU$259 per night from 10 June to 11 June
AU$259
10 June - 11 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Gold Coast. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 4 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,010 reviews)
"A great place to stay. Very central. Happy with our stay!"

Reviewed on 8 June 2026

Hilton Surfers Paradise Hotel & Residences
Meriton Suites Surfers Paradise

Meriton Suites Surfers Paradise

5 out of 5
86 The Esplanade Surfers Paradise QLD
The price is AU$150 per night from 14 June to 15 June
AU$150
14 June - 15 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,142 reviews)
"The veiw was amazing. The indoor pool however turned out to be a disappointment as it didn’t seem to be heated. Water was really cold"

Reviewed on 8 June 2026

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.

Our guide on where to stay in Kingscliff

Find the best Kingscliff areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Kingscliff
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Pottsville

Pottsville is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Pottsville Beach and Cudgen Nature Reserve.

Cabarita Beach

Beaches, cafes and shopping are just a few things travellers enjoy about Cabarita Beach. Check out Casuarina Beach or Maggies Beach while you're exploring the area.

Casuarina

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

Fingal Head

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

Hastings Point

Hastings Point is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Maggies Beach and Cudgen Nature Reserve.



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