Parkwood Travel Guide
Gold Coast
Popular places to visit
Warner Bros. Movie World
Enjoy the excitement at Warner Bros. Movie World and see why people love this theme park in Gold Coast. Visit the spas and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Dreamworld
Have a fun-filled day at Dreamworld and see why this is a favourite theme park in Gold Coast. Visit the shops and spas in this family-friendly area.
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
Bring the children to Sea World and have a fun-filled day at this theme park in Gold Coast. Stroll along the seaside in this family-friendly area or seek out the golf courses.
Cavill Avenue
During your trip to Gold Coast, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Cavill Avenue. Stroll along the seaside in this romantic area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Top hotels in Parkwood
Novotel Surfers Paradise
Staff great, fantastic location. Only downside is parking it cost extra.
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
The Langham, Gold Coast and Jewel Residences
Hotel is great, lovely pool and close to beach. Room was OK (no free upgrade this time) and having to hand over your luggage immediately on arrival (pre-check in) was unexpected and not really warranted.
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
QT Gold Coast
Main thing was just a little upset to turn up and hear about the temp closure of the pool. After travelling from interstate and being so excited abou using the pool area we were terribly upset when told on check in it would be closed for our whole stay, as we would have booked elsewhere had we have ...
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Hilton Surfers Paradise Hotel & Residences
What a beautiful place to stay. Everyone was so nice, helpful, and friendly.
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Voco Gold Coast
Spacious rooms, helpful and friendly staff in all areas of the hotel. Great value for money
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
The Star Grand at The Star Gold Coast
I had booked a corner room with a balcony it is great to be able to have a sliding door to open
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Parkwood
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.
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.
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.
Surfers Paradise
Home of the Arts and Chevron Renaissance 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.
Broadbeach Waters
Broadbeach Waters is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Dracula's Cabaret and Pacific Fair Shopping Centre.
