Sanctuary Cove Travel Guide
Gold Coast
Visit Sanctuary Cove
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.
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.
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 family-friendly area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Sea World
Who doesn’t dream of staying overnight in a water park where you can see Jet Ski stunts, life-sized Nickelodeon stars, plus dolphins, sea lions and polar bears?
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.
Things to do
Gold Coast Hop On Hop Off Sightseeing Cruise 1 Day Pass
Gold Coast Buffet Lunch Sightseeing Cruise
Gold Coast Jet Boat Experience - No Slow Zones, Maximum Thrill
Gold Coast: 30 min Jet Ski Hire - No Slow Zones
Gold Coast: Train to/from Brisbane Domestic Airport (BNE)
Top hotels in Sanctuary Cove
InterContinental Sanctuary Cove Resort by IHG
Lovely place to stay. Although it is an older hotel and rooms they are always upgrading and maintaining it beautifully. The staff are very friendly and helpful.
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
Novotel Surfers Paradise
We stayed at Novotel Surfers Paradise for 3 nights, the beds were horrible and moving around badly and the bottom side of the beds sliding down, after I spoke to the receptions the manager called me and trying to move us to another room and apologised for the issues . The manager was very nice. Also ...
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026
The Langham, Gold Coast and Jewel Residences
Lovely view, staff were very helpful and clean room.
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026
Hilton Surfers Paradise Hotel & Residences
Nice apartment, breakfast options excellent and nice to have a beach view.
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
QT Gold Coast
love the service, the decor, the quirkiness. A great weekend get away. Did not need to go anywhere
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
Dorsett Gold Coast
Love our stay here everytime. So convenient and close to everything
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Sanctuary Cove
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.
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.
Runaway Bay
Visitors to Runaway Bay enjoy its shopping, and if you want to do some exploring, Pine Ridge Conservation Park is worth a stop.
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.
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.
Main Beach
Main Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Mariner's Cove Marina and Marina Mirage Shopping Centre, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Gold Coast.
