Palm Beach Travel Guide

Gold Coast

A coastal city with a beach, ocean, and residential areas.
A coastal landscape with a clear turquoise bay, sandy beach, and dense forested hills.
A coastal cityscape with a beach, high-rise buildings, and a mountainous backdrop.
A coastal landscape with a bridge, a river, and a town.
A coastal town with a beach, a small hill, and a marina.

Stay near popular Palm Beach attractions

Tallebudgera Creek

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Tallebudgera Creek during your trip to Gold Coast? Wander the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area.
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Things to do

Surfers Paradise Skyline

Surfers Paradise Sightseeing Midday River Cruise

฿673
per adult
Surfers Paradise Sightseeing Midday River Cruise
Surfers Paradise Sightseeing Sunset River Cruise

Surfers Paradise Sightseeing Sunset River Cruise

฿1,276
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Surfers Paradise Sightseeing Sunset River Cruise
Picture 3 for Activity Surfers Paradise: 2 Hour Surf Experience on the Gold Coast

Surfers Paradise: 2 Hour Surf Experience on the Gold Coast

฿1,948
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Surfers Paradise: 2 Hour Surf Experience on the Gold Coast
Electron Maze

Infinity Attraction - Admission

฿740
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Infinity Attraction - Admission
2 Day Ticket Dreamworld + SkyPoint

2 Day Ticket Dreamworld + SkyPoint

฿2,992
per adult
2 Day Ticket Dreamworld + SkyPoint
Astra Lumina Night Walk at Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary

Astra Lumina Night Walk at Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary

฿1,044
per adult
Astra Lumina Night Walk at Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary
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Top hotels in Palm Beach

Palm Beach Hotel

Palm Beach Hotel

3 out of 5
1118 Gold Coast Hwy Palm Beach QLD
The price is ฿1,869 per night from 29 Jul to 30 Jul
฿1,869
฿2,056 total
29 Jul - 30 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
7.4/10 Good! (598 reviews)
"This is basic, but also the smell was disgusting. Every time I walked into my room there was a wall of wet carpet/wet dog smell. What was beyond frustrating was I had to compromise my privacy to get fresh air in there. That is to say, the windows were sealed shut, and the only way to get any air ..."

Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026

Palm Beach Hotel
Novotel Surfers Paradise

Novotel Surfers Paradise

4.5 out of 5
Cnr Surfers Paradise Blvd and Hanlan St Surfers Paradise QLD
The price is ฿4,265 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
฿4,265
฿4,692 total
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
8/10 Very good! (1,500 reviews)
"Over all good experience 👍"

Reviewed on 24 Jul 2026

Novotel Surfers Paradise
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 ฿9,002 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
฿9,002
฿9,902 total
9 Aug - 10 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. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (803 reviews)
"Best hotel on the Gold Coast"

Reviewed on 24 Jul 2026

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 ฿4,398 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
฿4,398
฿4,838 total
23 Aug - 24 Aug
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
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 ฿5,466 per night from 26 Jul to 27 Jul
฿5,466
฿6,012 total
26 Jul - 27 Jul
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,009 reviews)
"all good"

Reviewed on 24 Jul 2026

Hilton Surfers Paradise Hotel & Residences
Sea World Resort

Sea World Resort

Sea World Drive Main Beach Gold Coast Main Beach QLD
The price is ฿6,732 per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
฿6,732
฿7,406 total
4 Aug - 5 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 breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,010 reviews)
"A good resort for a family stay"

Reviewed on 24 Jul 2026

Sea World Resort
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Where to stay in Palm Beach

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

Surfers Paradise

Cavill Avenue and Surfers Paradise Beach 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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