Varsity Lakes
Gold Coast
Visit Varsity Lakes
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
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?
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.
Wet'n'Wild Gold Coast
Get an adrenaline kick gliding through caves and tunnels or plunging down a giant water slide, or simply float and splash in a relaxing pool.
Things to do
Surfers Paradise Sightseeing Sunset River Cruise
Gold Coast Kayaking & Snorkelling Tour (2.5 Hours)
Gold Coast's Favourite Learn to Surf Lesson (Ages 13+)
Mount Tamborine Hop on Hop off Bus from Brisbane
Gold Coast Hot Air Balloon Flight with Champagne Breakfast
Top hotels in Varsity Lakes
The Star Grand at The Star Gold Coast
Wonderful stay again; thank you!
Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025
Novotel Surfers Paradise
Everyday cleaning & great view from room.
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
The Langham, Gold Coast and Jewel Residences
Everything was suited for a quiet getaway
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
Dorsett Gold Coast
very good and clean
Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025
QT Gold Coast
We stayed in the qt cabins and they were amazing! Such a cosy, relaxing space and the service was fantastic
Reviewed on 7 Nov 2025
Meriton Suites Surfers Paradise
Great location. Clean room. Pool facilities were great. Would love clean towels each day.
Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Varsity Lakes
Miami
Miami is popular for its beaches, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to North Burleigh Lookout or Nobby 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.
Robina
Well liked for its shopping and golf courses, Robina is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Cbus Super Stadium and Robina Town Centre, and jump on the metro at Robina Station to get around the city.
Mermaid Waters
Unique features of Mermaid Waters include the bars and casinos. Make a stop by Broadbeach Sports and Recreation Centre or Gold Coast Seniors Tennis Club while you're exploring the area.
Palm Beach
Palm Beach is known for its pristine beaches, and you can make a stop by Tallebudgera Creek and Palm Beach while in the area.
Mermaid Beach
Mermaid Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Nobby Beach and Putt Putt Golf Mermaid Beach, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Gold Coast.
Varsity Lakes
- Warner Bros. Movie World
- Dreamworld
- Cavill Avenue
- Robina Town Centre
- Surfers Paradise Beach
- Wet'n'Wild Gold Coast
- Coolangatta Beach
- Pacific Fair Shopping Centre
- Burleigh Beach
- Springbrook National Park
- Chevron Renaissance
- Currumbin Beach
- Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary
- SkyPoint Observation Deck
- Royal Pines Resort Golf Course
- Broadbeach Beach
- Snapper Rocks
