Coombabah

Gold Coast

Photo by Sue Whiteman
Photo by Sue Whiteman
Photo by Mandy Martin
Photo by Mandy Martin

Popular places to visit

Movie World featuring rides

Warner Bros. Movie World

Watch stunt shows, get on superhero rides, enter the Ice Age 4D Experience and take a splash in the Wild West at Australia’s theme park version of Hollywood.

Warner Bros. Movie World
Cavill Avenue which includes shopping, a city and night scenes

Cavill Avenue

Bustling nightlife, great shopping and a legendary surfing beach make this avenue the exciting centre of Surfer’s Paradise on the Gold Coast.

Cavill Avenue
Dreamworld which includes rides

Dreamworld

Australia’s biggest amusement park features exciting themed areas with everything from tigers and thrilling rides to vintage V8 super-cars and TV characters.

Dreamworld
Sea World

Sea World

Who doesn’t dream of staying overnight in a water park where you can see Jet Ski stunts, life-sized Nickelodeon stars, plus dolphins, sea lions and polar bears?

Sea World
Surfers Paradise Beach showing general coastal views, cbd and a sandy beach

Surfers Paradise Beach

This stretch of beach is known for its regular sets of rolling waves, with high-rise hotels and bustling nightlife along the sandy shore.

Surfers Paradise Beach
Coolangatta Beach which includes a coastal town, general coastal views and a sunset

Coolangatta Beach

This city at the southern tip of the Gold Coast has some of the most pristine beaches, and clear water for swimming, fishing and diving.

Coolangatta Beach

Things to do

Surfers

Surfers Paradise Sightseeing Sunset River Cruise

RM152
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Surfers Paradise Sightseeing Sunset River Cruise
2.5hr Gold Coast Kayaking & snorkelling tour

2.5hr Gold Coast Kayaking & snorkelling tour

RM247
per adult
2.5hr Gold Coast Kayaking & snorkelling tour
1 Day Dreamworld Ticket

1-Day Dreamworld Ticket

RM344
per adult
1-Day Dreamworld Ticket
Gold Coast's Favourite Learn to Surf Lesson

Gold Coast's Favourite Learn to Surf Lesson (Ages 13+)

RM208
per adult
Gold Coast's Favourite Learn to Surf Lesson (Ages 13+)
Mount Tamborine Hop on Hop off Bus from Brisbane

Mount Tamborine Hop on Hop off Bus from Brisbane

RM274
per adult
Mount Tamborine Hop on Hop off Bus from Brisbane
Gold Coast Hot Air Balloon Flight with Champagne Breakfast

Gold Coast Hot Air Balloon Flight with Champagne Breakfast

RM998
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
Gold Coast Hot Air Balloon Flight with Champagne Breakfast
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Top hotels in Coombabah

Novotel Surfers Paradise

Novotel Surfers Paradise

4.5 out of 5
Cnr Surfers Paradise Blvd and Hanlan St, Surfers Paradise, QLD
The price is RM467 per night from 17 Nov to 18 Nov
RM467
RM514 total
17 Nov - 18 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,303 reviews)
"Friendly staff Great location Hotel amenities Great breakfast Comfy beds Definitely recommend…"

Reviewed on 20 Oct 2025

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 RM1,011 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
RM1,011
RM1,112 total
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (626 reviews)
"Amazing room with amazing views. Very clean apartment. Fantastic service and all quite convenient"

Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025

The Langham, Gold Coast and Jewel Residences
voco Gold Coast by IHG

voco Gold Coast by IHG

4.5 out of 5
31 Hamilton Avenue, Surfers Paradise, QLD
The price is RM444 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
RM444
RM489 total
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,012 reviews)
"Great accomodation, pools.!"

Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025

voco Gold Coast by IHG
Hilton Surfers Paradise Hotel & Residences

Hilton Surfers Paradise Hotel & Residences

5 out of 5
6 Orchid Ave Surfers Paradise, Surfers Paradise, QLD
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is RM746 per night from 27 Oct to 28 Oct
RM746
RM821 total
27 Oct - 28 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in Gold Coast. Enjoy free WiFi, 4 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,019 reviews)
Great stay
"As always a very enjoyable stay at the Hilton surfers paradise. Always friendly welcoming staff, great room and amenities…and amazing location"

Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025

Hilton Surfers Paradise Hotel & Residences
Mantra Legends Hotel

Mantra Legends Hotel

4.5 out of 5
Cnr Surfers Paradise Blvd. & Laycock St, Surfers Paradise, QLD
The price is RM434 per night from 4 Nov to 5 Nov
RM434
RM434 total
4 Nov - 5 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,016 reviews)
"The breakfast was very simple and plain but the locations is great"

Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025

Mantra Legends Hotel
Dorsett Gold Coast

Dorsett Gold Coast

4.5 out of 5
5 The Darling Avenue, Broadbeach, QLD
The price is RM458 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
RM458
RM504 total
9 Nov - 10 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,524 reviews)
"Small but clean room"

Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025

Dorsett Gold Coast
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Other neighbourhoods around Coombabah

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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.

Runaway Bay
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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
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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 Ian Dipple Lagoon or Cooke Murphy Oval.

Labrador
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
Main Beach showing general coastal views, a coastal town and a high rise building

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.

Southport
Southport featuring swimming, a beach and tropical scenes

Main Beach

Main Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Tedder Avenue and Marina Mirage Shopping Centre, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Gold Coast.

Main Beach

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