Carrara Travel Guide

Gold Coast

A waterfront with illuminated buildings reflecting on calm water, a dock, and a bridge in the background.
A wooden pier extending into calm water with a sunset sky.
A waterfront promenade with illuminated buildings and a calm river reflecting the lights.
A lakeside view of a hotel complex with a bridge and palm trees.
A waterfront building complex with multiple stories and balconies, reflecting on the calm water.

Stay near popular Carrara attractions

People First Stadium

9.0/10 (17 reviews)
Catch an event at People First Stadium and enjoy other activities in Gold Coast such as golfing.Stroll along the seaside in this family-friendly area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
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Things to do

Surfers Paradise Skyline

Surfers Paradise Sightseeing Midday River Cruise

฿339
per adult
Surfers Paradise Sightseeing Midday River Cruise
Surfers Paradise Sightseeing Sunset River Cruise

Surfers Paradise Sightseeing Sunset River Cruise

฿897
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Surfers Paradise Sightseeing Sunset River Cruise
Surfers Paradise: Buffet Dinner Sightseeing Cruise

Surfers Paradise: Buffet Dinner Sightseeing Cruise

฿3,013
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Surfers Paradise: Buffet Dinner Sightseeing Cruise
Surfers Paradise city lights

Surfers Paradise Sightseeing City Lights Cruise

฿455
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Surfers Paradise Sightseeing City Lights Cruise
Surfers Paradise Sightseeing River Cruises

Surfers Paradise Sightseeing River Cruises

฿638
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Surfers Paradise Sightseeing River Cruises
Gold Coast Hop On Hop Off Sightseeing Cruise 1 Day Pass

Gold Coast Hop On Hop Off Sightseeing Cruise 1 Day Pass

฿1,051
per adult
Gold Coast Hop On Hop Off Sightseeing Cruise 1 Day Pass
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Top hotels in Carrara

Mercure Gold Coast Resort

Mercure Gold Coast Resort

4 out of 5
64 Palm Meadows Drive Carrara QLD
The price is ฿3,421 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
฿3,421
฿3,763 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"Great hotel"

Reviewed on 15 Aug 2026

Mercure Gold Coast Resort
Elite Gold Coast

Elite Gold Coast

3.5 out of 5
28 Chisholm Rd Carrara QLD
The price is ฿4,250 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
฿4,250
฿4,675 total
25 Aug - 26 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (587 reviews)
"Everything was good with he property including the breakfast. The bar and restaurant in the hotel were not open while we were there because it was their off season so that was a bit inconvenient."

Reviewed on 17 Aug 2026

Elite Gold Coast
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 ฿8,032 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
฿8,032
฿8,835 total
30 Aug - 31 Aug
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. ...
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 ฿3,060 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
฿3,060
฿3,366 total
20 Sept - 21 Sept
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 ...
Dorsett Gold Coast
JW Marriott Gold Coast Resort & Spa

JW Marriott Gold Coast Resort & Spa

5 out of 5
158 Ferny Avenue Surfers Paradise QLD
The price is ฿7,628 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
฿7,628
฿8,391 total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
JW Marriott Gold Coast Resort & Spa
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 ฿5,291 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
฿5,291
฿5,820 total
30 Aug - 31 Aug
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 ...
Hilton Surfers Paradise Hotel & Residences
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Where to stay in Carrara

Find the best Carrara areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A coastal cityscape with high-rise buildings and a beach.

Surfers Paradise

Surfers Paradise Beach 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.

A beach with clear turquoise waters and a sandy shore. In the background, there are several high-rise buildings, including a distinctive curved skyscraper.
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Broadbeach

The stunning beaches, first-class casinos and popular shops are notable features of Broadbeach. Make a stop by The Oasis or The Star Gold Coast while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Broadbeach South Light Rail Station to get around town.

A surfer on a wave with a city skyline in the background.

Coolangatta

The stunning beaches and popular shops are just a few highlights of Coolangatta. Make a stop by Kirra Beach or Coolangatta Beach while you're exploring the area.

A city skyline at sunset with high-rise buildings along a beach.

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.

A beach with people, a city skyline, and the ocean.

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.

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