Parkwood Travel Guide

Gold Coast

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Stay near popular Parkwood attractions

Parkwood International Golf Course

Enjoy a round of golf in Gold Coast at Parkwood International Golf Course. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
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Things to do

Surfers Paradise Sightseeing Sunset River Cruise

Surfers Paradise Sightseeing Sunset River Cruise

฿891
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Surfers Paradise Sightseeing Sunset River Cruise
1 Day Dreamworld Ticket

1-Day Dreamworld Ticket

฿2,523
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
1-Day Dreamworld Ticket
2 DAY TICKET Dreamworld + SkyPoint

2 Day Ticket Dreamworld + SkyPoint

฿2,986
per adult
2 Day Ticket Dreamworld + SkyPoint
Gold Coast Hop On Hop Off Sightseeing Cruise 1 Day Pass

Gold Coast Hop On Hop Off Sightseeing Cruise 1 Day Pass

฿1,041
per adult
Gold Coast Hop On Hop Off Sightseeing Cruise 1 Day Pass
Surfers Paradise Skyline

Surfers Paradise Sightseeing Midday River Cruise

฿671
per adult
Surfers Paradise Sightseeing Midday River Cruise
Surfers Paradise: Buffet Dinner Sightseeing Cruise

Surfers Paradise: Buffet Dinner Sightseeing Cruise

฿3,449
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Surfers Paradise: Buffet Dinner Sightseeing Cruise
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Top hotels in Parkwood

Novotel Surfers Paradise

Novotel Surfers Paradise

4.5 out of 5
Cnr Surfers Paradise Blvd and Hanlan St Surfers Paradise QLD
The price is ฿4,081 per night from 30 Jun to 1 Jul
฿4,081
฿4,489 total
30 Jun - 1 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! (1,508 reviews)
"Nice reception staff."

Reviewed on 23 Jun 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 ฿8,789 per night from 29 Jun to 30 Jun
฿8,789
฿9,668 total
29 Jun - 30 Jun
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! (784 reviews)
"Loved the pools and locations. The beach is right there! And it was so peacful up in our room (ocean side, 35th floor)."

Reviewed on 26 Jun 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 ฿3,898 per night from 15 Jul to 16 Jul
฿3,898
฿4,288 total
15 Jul - 16 Jul
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,546 reviews)
"Only 1 chair on the balcony for 2 people !! Front desk staff average not very welcoming car park entrance is a joke , no free parking breakfast was good plenty to choose from, room was clean , still holding $200 deposit for over a week now not good enough !!"

Reviewed on 27 Jun 2026

Dorsett Gold Coast
Sea World Resort

Sea World Resort

Sea World Drive Main Beach Gold Coast Main Beach QLD
Fully refundable
The price is ฿6,573 per night from 19 Jul to 20 Jul
฿6,573
฿7,230 total
19 Jul - 20 Jul
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! (1,000 reviews)
"Great location, so much for the kids to do and enjoy, staff were beyond accommodating, kind and friendly the service is 2nd to none !!"

Reviewed on 26 Jun 2026

Sea World Resort
JW Marriott Gold Coast Resort & Spa

JW Marriott Gold Coast Resort & Spa

5 out of 5
158 Ferny Avenue Surfers Paradise QLD
The price is ฿8,349 per night from 15 Jul to 16 Jul
฿8,349
฿9,184 total
15 Jul - 16 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"Breakfast take too long to get a sit and when you finally get a table there we’re not food on display"

Reviewed on 25 Jun 2026

JW Marriott Gold Coast Resort & Spa
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 ฿5,420 per night from 28 Jun to 29 Jun
฿5,420
฿5,962 total
28 Jun - 29 Jun
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! (1,000 reviews)
"Clean, all the services of the Hilton hotel but still have your own space in the apartment. Best of both worlds."

Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026

Hilton Surfers Paradise Hotel & Residences
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Where to stay in Parkwood

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

Surfers Paradise

Cavill Avenue and Home of the Arts 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.

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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.

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Coolangatta

The stunning beaches and popular shops are just a few highlights of Coolangatta. Make a stop by Kirra Beach or The Strand while you're exploring the area.

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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 Gold Coast Aquatic Centre or Australia Fair Shopping Centre while you're exploring.

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