Runaway Bay Travel Guide
Gold Coast
Visit Runaway Bay
Popular places to visit
Warner Bros. Movie World
Watch stunt shows, get on superhero rides, enter the Ice Age 4D Experience and take a splash in the Wild West at Australia’s theme park version of Hollywood.
The Star Gold Coast
Why not try your luck with a visit to The Star Gold Coast during your visit to Gold Coast? Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.
Kirra Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Kirra Beach during your travels in Gold Coast? Stroll along the seaside in this romantic area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Dreamworld
Australia’s biggest amusement park features exciting themed areas with everything from tigers and thrilling rides to vintage V8 super cars and TV characters.
Cavill Avenue
Bustling nightlife, great shopping and a legendary surfing beach make this avenue the exciting centre of Surfer’s Paradise on the Gold Coast.
Surfers Paradise Beach
This stretch of beach is known for its regular sets of rolling waves, with high-rise hotels and bustling nightlife along the sandy shore.
Things to do
Surfers Paradise Sightseeing River Cruises
Surfers Paradise Sightseeing City Lights Cruise
Surfers Paradise: Buffet Dinner Sightseeing Cruise
Surfers Paradise Sightseeing Sunset River Cruise
Surfers Paradise Sightseeing Midday River Cruise
Top hotels in Runaway Bay
The Langham, Gold Coast and Jewel Residences
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Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Novotel Surfers Paradise
The room was ok. The buffet breakfast was ok. Not great, a bit unhygienic with jars of peanut butter and Nutella and communal knives in there.
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Hilton Surfers Paradise Hotel & Residences
Rather a plain room. I like the location but could use some upgrade and a better amenity.
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Voco Gold Coast
My husband and I stayed for one night while attending a wedding nearby and overall had a really lovely experience. The check-in and check-out process was easy and efficient, the staff were all wonderful, and we really enjoyed the coffee from the café, the room service, and the buffet breakfast. Our ...
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Meriton Suites Surfers Paradise
I know that its on the beach, but the windows on the outside were very dirty, apart from that was all good 👍
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
QT Gold Coast
Shower very tepid water basin no hot water. Bathroom door squeaked and no body lotion in bathroom container otherwise clean and maintained
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Runaway Bay
Labrador
Labrador is popular for its beaches, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Cooke Murphy Oval or Harley Park.
Hope Island
Hope Island is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Sanctuary Cove Marina and Sanctuary Cove Golf and Country Club while you're in town.
Southport
Beaches, spas and theme parks are some highlights of Southport. Make a stop by Gold Coast Aquatic Centre or Australia Fair Shopping Centre while you're exploring.
Main Beach
Main Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Marina Mirage Shopping Centre and Tedder Avenue, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Gold Coast.
Coomera
Unique features of Coomera include the theme parks and restaurants. Make a stop by Dreamworld or WhiteWater World while you're exploring the area.
Surfers Paradise
Home of the Arts and Chevron Renaissance 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.
