North Gold Coast Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A visit to the Gold Coast is not complete without Venturing a little west to the Coombabah Conservation Parklands. Here you can immerse yourself in walks through Melaluecas, along boardwalks and marvel at the swamp like conditions. Not only are the walks enchanting, you can almost be guaranteed of a meeting with kangaroos, wallabies and koalas. This place is one you can't go to just once. Get out and explore. #hiking #weekendgetaway #colourful
A visit to the Gold Coast is not complete without Venturing a little west to the Coombabah Conservation Parklands. Here you can immerse yourself in walks through Melaluecas, along boardwalks and marvel at the swamp like conditions. Not only are the walks enchanting, you can almost be guaranteed of a meeting with kangaroos, wallabies and koalas. This place is one you can't go to just once. Get out and explore. #hiking #weekendgetaway #colourful
Shooting astro at South Stradbroke Island over the weekend and the weather conditions couldn't have been better for capturing the Milky Way. I got this shot early in the evening as the Milky Way rose above the ocean and I thought I'd give the image some scale by standing on the small sand dune with a light.
Just across the Broadwater from the Gold Coast in Queensland is South Stradbroke Island, one of only 15 sand based islands in the world, and home to Couran Cove Resort. This island getaway is made up of 1,800 acres of conservation park, so you know you’re walking into pristine nature. And it's one of the few places on the East Coast of Australia where you can see the sun rise in the east of the island and set on the west.
Dreamworld featuring rides

Where to stay in North Gold Coast

suburb by the coast

Hope Island

Hope Island is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Sanctuary Cove Golf and Country Club and Sanctuary Cove Marina while you're in town.

Hope Island
Dreamworld featuring rides

Coomera

Unique features of Coomera include the theme parks and restaurants. Make a stop by Dreamworld or WhiteWater World while you're exploring the area.

Coomera
Sanctuary Cove Waterfront Living, Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia

Sanctuary Cove

4/5(2 area reviews)

Restaurants, golf courses and gardens are some highlights of Sanctuary Cove. Make a stop by Sanctuary Cove Marina or Sanctuary Cove Golf and Country Club while you're exploring.

Sanctuary Cove
Ephraim Island Gold Coast Queensland Australia

Paradise Point

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Paradise Point and surrounding area, you can visit Sanctuary Cove Golf and Country Club and Sanctuary Cove Marina.

Paradise Point
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Arundel

While visiting Arundel, you might make a stop by sights like Coombabah Lakes Conservation Area and Morrie Glasman Oval.

Arundel
A visit to the Gold Coast is not complete without Venturing a little west to the Coombabah Conservation Parklands. Here you can immerse yourself in walks through Melaluecas, along boardwalks and marvel at the swamp like conditions. Not only are the walks enchanting, you can almost be guaranteed of a meeting with kangaroos, wallabies and koalas. This place is one you can't go to just once. Get out and explore. #hiking #weekendgetaway #colourful

Coombabah

Travellers like the golf courses in Coombabah, and Lakeside Country Club is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Coombabah
Hope Harbour Hotel

Hope Harbour Hotel

3 out of 5
11 John Lund Dr Hope Island QLD
The price is 2.088.992 ₫ per night from 27 Jan to 28 Jan
2.088.992 ₫
2.297.891 ₫ total
27 Jan - 28 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf hotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free parking, 2 outdoor pools and a golf course. Our guests praise the clean rooms in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
6.6/10 (1,252 reviews)
Lady at the desk did the best demonstration of how to operate the new door locks! 😁 Very helpful. Clean, quiet, cool, great dinner and breakfast.

Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026

Hope Harbour 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 3.256.689 ₫ per night from 1 Feb to 2 Feb
3.256.689 ₫
3.582.358 ₫ total
1 Feb - 2 Feb
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! (1,407 reviews)
Friendly staff, clean room, great location.

Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026

Novotel Surfers Paradise
voco Gold Coast by IHG

voco Gold Coast by IHG

4.5 out of 5
31 Hamilton Avenue Surfers Paradise QLD
The price is 2.750.232 ₫ per night from 29 Jan to 30 Jan
2.750.232 ₫
3.025.255 ₫ total
29 Jan - 30 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,017 reviews)
Extremely friendly, welcoming staff. Clean, well presented lobby. We arrived on an early more flight and was greeted by George, who offered to store our luggage until our room was available, gave great info about the local area and travel options, and provided towels to allow us to freshen up after ...

Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026

voco Gold Coast by IHG
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The Peninsula at Hope Island

The Peninsula at Hope Island

4 out of 5
5101 Harbourview Drive Hope Island QLD
Stay at this beach aparthotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free parking, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Warner Bros. Movie World and Dreamworld ...
8/10 Very Good! (544 reviews)
The room was basically clean but finger marks left unattended on various surfaces made it feel grotty. The beds were ok but the pillow selection was poor While slightly complex initial check in due to the apartment being in a gated community once checked in, the access system worked very well with ...

Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026

The Peninsula at Hope Island
Meriton Suites Broadbeach, Gold Coast

Meriton Suites Broadbeach, Gold Coast

5 out of 5
2669 Gold Coast Highway Broadbeach QLD
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (4,484 reviews)
Well appointed spotless room with great view

Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026

Meriton Suites Broadbeach, Gold Coast
Meriton Suites Surfers Paradise

Meriton Suites Surfers Paradise

5 out of 5
86 The Esplanade Surfers Paradise QLD
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,041 reviews)
Very clean room, well maintained everything.

Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026

Meriton Suites Surfers Paradise
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Popular places to visit

Dreamworld showing rides

Dreamworld

Bring the family to Dreamworld and have a fun-filled day at this theme park in Gold Coast. Visit the shops and spas in this family-friendly area.

Dreamworld
WhiteWater World showing a water park and a pool

WhiteWater World

Take the family on an outing to WhiteWater World during your trip to Gold Coast. Visit the spas and top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.

WhiteWater World

Sanctuary Cove Marina

Explore the waterfront of Sanctuary Cove Marina and enjoy other activities such as golfing in Gold Coast. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

Sanctuary Cove Marina

Sanctuary Cove Golf and Country Club

Enjoy a round of golf in Gold Coast at Sanctuary Cove Golf and Country Club. Stroll along the seaside or visit the spas in this relaxing area.

Sanctuary Cove Golf and Country Club

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.

Parkwood International Golf Course

Coombabah Lakes Conservation Area

Enjoy a trip to Coombabah Lakes Conservation Area and popular activities such as golfing in Gold Coast. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Coombabah Lakes Conservation Area

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