Kirra Travel Guide
Gold Coast
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.
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.
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.
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.
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?
Coolangatta Beach
This city at the southern tip of the Gold Coast has some of the most pristine beaches, and clear water for swimming, fishing and diving.
Things to do
Astra Lumina Night Walk at Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary
Snorkeling with Turtles – Cook Island Marine Reserve
Catch a Crab Tour with Optional Seafood Lunch
Learn to Surf at Coolangatta on the Gold Coast
Gold Coast: Snorkel with Turtles
Top hotels in Kirra
Iconic Kirra Beach Resort
All of the above
Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025
The Star Grand at The Star Gold Coast
Clean, spacious rooms.
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Novotel Surfers Paradise
Great place to stay , excellent breakfast
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
voco Gold Coast by IHG
Staff excellent Clean and tidy Comfy bed
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
The Langham, Gold Coast and Jewel Residences
Excellent staff including front desk and concierge. Beachfront views are incredible.
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Meriton Suites Broadbeach, Gold Coast
Clean room and lovely staff
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Kirra
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.
Tugun
Tugun is known for its beaches, and you can plan a trip to Tugun Beach and Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary while you're in town.
Currumbin
Unique features of Currumbin include the beaches and spas. Make a stop by Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary or Currumbin Beach while you're exploring the area.
Palm Beach
Palm Beach is known for its pristine beaches, and you can make a stop by Tallebudgera Creek and Palm Beach while in the area.
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.
Burleigh Waters
You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Burleigh Waters. You might want to make time for a stop at Stockland Burleigh Heads Shopping Centre or Burleigh Knoll Conservation Park.
