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Our top choices for Gold Coast motels

Family Room, Non Smoking

1. Blue Heron Motel

Blue Heron Motel
3.5 star property
Mermaid Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (484 reviews)
"Nice and quiet Neat and the owner is good and well polite."
Australia
Ana
The price is ฿3,343
฿3,677 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Blue Heron Motel
Surfing/boogie boarding

2. Red Star Hotels Palm Beach

Red Star Hotels Palm Beach
3.0 star property
Palm Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (478 reviews)
"Good location and good place to stay for the price."
Australia
Britney
The price is ฿3,688
฿4,056 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Red Star Hotels Palm Beach
Fishing

3. La Costa Motel

La Costa Motel
4.0 star property
Bilinga
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (901 reviews)
"Very happy with our stay, comfortable and clean, lovely accommodation and great location "
Australia
Shellie
The price is ฿4,167
฿4,584 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
La Costa Motel
Miami Suite

4. The Shores Miami

The Shores Miami
3.0 star property
Miami
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (51 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
Australia
Blake
The price is ฿5,095
฿5,604 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
The Shores Miami
Beach

5. Tropicana Motel

Tropicana Motel
3.5 star property
Mermaid Beach
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (852 reviews)
"Everything was clean and they helped us with late check-in"
Australia
Travis
The price is ฿2,620
฿2,882 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Tropicana Motel
Restaurant

6. Darcy Arms Motel

Darcy Arms Motel
3.0 star property
Surfers Paradise
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (367 reviews)
"It was really good."
Australia
Brent
The price is ฿4,464
฿4,910 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Darcy Arms Motel
Coffee shop

7. Montego Mermaid Beach Motel

Montego Mermaid Beach Motel
3.0 star property
Mermaid Beach
7.4 out of 10, Good, (675 reviews)
"The rooms were very spacious and clean"
Australia
Max
The price is ฿2,631
฿2,894 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Sept - 11 Sept
Montego Mermaid Beach Motel
Newly Renovated Three-Bedroom Superior Apartment | Private kitchen

8. Southport Motel & Apartments

Southport Motel & Apartments
3.5 star property
Southport
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (941 reviews)
"Overall was excellent value for the area and close to everything"
Australia
Joe
The price is ฿2,908
฿3,199 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Southport Motel & Apartments
Exterior

9. The Mysa Motel

The Mysa Motel
2.0 star property
Palm Beach
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (5 reviews)
"Fantastic overall will be returning again "
Australia
Chris
The price is ฿5,532
฿6,085 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
The Mysa Motel
Exterior

10. Camden Motor Inn

Camden Motor Inn
3.0 star property
Mermaid Beach
7.8 out of 10, Good, (479 reviews)
"Excellent value for money"
Australia
Peter
The price is ฿2,620
฿2,882 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Camden Motor Inn
Beach

11. Tweed Central Motel

Tweed Central Motel
3.5 star property
Tweed Heads
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (538 reviews)
"Great stay, awesome service and good location. "
Australia
Fortious
The price is ฿3,623
฿3,985 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Tweed Central Motel
Property grounds

12. Tall Trees Motel

Tall Trees Motel
3.0 star property
North Tamborine
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (204 reviews)
"Wish I knew about this accommodation sooner! Highly recommend and will be my first option next time I'm in the area. Thank you for a very easy check-in/out."
Australia
Vhon Oliver
The price is ฿3,167
฿3,484 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Sept - 10 Sept
Tall Trees Motel
King Suite

13. Gold Coast Airport Motel

Gold Coast Airport Motel
3.0 star property
Bilinga
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (554 reviews)
"Walking distance to airport. Functional rooms for overnight stay."
Australia
Sheryl
The price is ฿4,289
฿4,718 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Gold Coast Airport Motel
Pool waterfall

14. Runaway Bay Motor Inn

Runaway Bay Motor Inn
4.0 star property
Runaway Bay
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (456 reviews)
"Good place to stay."
Australia
Resham
The price is ฿4,343
฿4,777 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Runaway Bay Motor Inn
Pool

15. The Cheshire Cat Motel

The Cheshire Cat Motel
2.5 star property
Palm Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (21 reviews)
"Great location and funky rooms. Simple but everything you need. "
Australia
Marissa
The price is ฿5,978
฿6,576 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
The Cheshire Cat Motel
Triple Room

16. Browns Broadbeach

Browns Broadbeach
3.5 star property
Mermaid Beach
6.2 out of 10, (118 reviews)
"Amazing value, bed could've been more comfortable. Next to a train/bus station. Great staff, location, value, will consider when at Gold Coast again."
Australia
George
The price is ฿2,618
฿2,879 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Sept - 10 Sept
Browns Broadbeach
Twin King Studio Suite

17. Jadran Motel & El Jays Holiday Lodge

Jadran Motel & El Jays Holiday Lodge
3.0 star property
Labrador
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (417 reviews)
"It fitted all my requirements perfectly..the staff were very helpful..i will be back"
Australia
susan
The price is ฿4,313
฿4,744 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Jadran Motel & El Jays Holiday Lodge
Beach

18. Blue Water Motel

Blue Water Motel
3.0 star property
Kingscliff
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (553 reviews)
"A great motel - clean, well equipped shared kitchen, and comfortable."
Australia
Robert
The price is ฿4,097
฿4,507 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Blue Water Motel
Executive Two-Bedroom Suite- Non-Pet Friendly

19. Kennedy Drive Boutique Motel & Nursery | Close To City Centre & Gold Coast Airport - 24 Hour Self Check-In

Kennedy Drive Boutique Motel & Nursery | Close To City Centre & Gold Coast Airport - 24 Hour Self Check-In
4.5 star property
Tweed Heads West
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (799 reviews)
"Great location Staff very helpful Nice rooms "
Australia
Sovea
The price is ฿3,368
฿3,704 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Kennedy Drive Boutique Motel & Nursery | Close To City Centre & Gold Coast Airport - 24 Hour Self Check-In
Family Room, Non Smoking (Triple)

20. Tweed Harbour Motor Inn

Tweed Harbour Motor Inn
3.5 star property
Tweed Heads
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (854 reviews)
"Great friendy staff happy to stay again"
Australia
Rebecca
The price is ฿3,984
฿4,383 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Tweed Harbour Motor Inn
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Top Gold Coast Hotel Reviews

Nightelier Mermaid Waters

Nightelier Mermaid Waters

10/10 Excellent
"I have now stayed there 2 times, and have found the staff so friendly , breakfast is perfect and a great choice of food, and we had dinner also, had a perfect steak , will be going back there 😀"
Carol 2-night trip
Posted less than an hour ago
Nightelier Mermaid Waters

Find out more about Gold Coast

Gold Coast Motels information

Number of reviews
6,211
Accommodation
30 Motels
Lowest Price
฿2,879
Highest Price
฿6,576

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Gold Coast?
As you'll save on your room, you can enjoy more of what Gold Coast has to offer. Top sights include Surfers Paradise Beach and Warner Bros. Movie World.
What are motels like?
At most motels, you'll often find an outdoor pool and free parking. When you stay at a motel, you'll usually access your room from an outside corridor overlooking the car park. Motels began in the 1920s as convenient lodging for the tired traveller taking a road trip along the major roadways of America.
What are the best motels in Gold Coast?
Southport Motel & Apartments: Stay within a 10-minute drive of Surfers Paradise Beach and Cavill Avenue. Enjoy access to the laundry facilities, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Tropicana Motel: Free WiFi, a snack bar/deli and an outdoor pool are available during your stay. You'll be located within a 5-minute drive of Pacific Fair Shopping Centre and The Star Gold Coast. Blue Heron Motel: Enjoy access to the seasonal outdoor pool, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Stay within a 5-minute drive of Pacific Fair Shopping Centre and Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre. Browns Broadbeach: You'll be located within a 5-minute drive of Pacific Fair Shopping Centre and Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre. Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities such as a dining area. Red Star Hotels Palm Beach: Stay within a 10-minute drive of Kirra Beach and Coolangatta Beach. Enjoy access to the outdoor pool, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking.
How many motels should I expect to find in Gold Coast?
Take your pick from 23 inexpensive motels in Gold Coast.
What things can I to do in Gold Coast?
While you're sightseeing in this family-friendly area, explore the fun-filled theme parks and enjoy the popular beaches. Visitors to Gold Coast speak highly of its shops and restaurants. Must-see local attractions include Surfers Paradise Beach and Warner Bros. Movie World. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Broadbeach Beach, Kurrawa Beach and Budds Beach. You'll find these family-friendly attractions: Timezone, Infinity Attraction and Pizzey Park Sporting Complex.
What's the seasonal weather like in Gold Coast?
Weather can make or break a road trip, so we've gathered some data about year-round temperatures in Gold Coast to help you plan yours. The hottest months are usually January and February, with an average temperature of 24°C, while the coldest months are July and August, with an average of 17°C. Average annual precipitation for Gold Coast is 1060 mm.
What are my options for getting around Gold Coast while staying in a motel?
We've gathered some information about local transportation options in Gold Coast to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Gold Coast, QLD (OOL-Coolangatta), which is located 11.6 mi (18.7 km) away from the heart of the city. You can also search for flights into Brisbane Airport (BNE), which is 47.5 mi (76.4 km) away. You can walk to nearby metro stations including Florida Gardens station, Broadbeach South Light Rail Station and Cypress Avenue Station. If you want to travel outside the area, take a train from Varsity Lakes Station, Helensvale Station or Gold Coast City Coomera Station.