Parkwood
Gold Coast
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.
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.
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?
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.
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: Surfers Parasailing with Free Photos
Gold Coast Hot Air Balloon Flight with Champagne Breakfast
Top hotels in Parkwood
Novotel Surfers Paradise
Reasonable place great location right in surfers paradise. However pool shut every day until 4pm due to maintenance disappointing!!
Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025
voco Gold Coast by IHG
Very clean staff were amay
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
The Langham, Gold Coast and Jewel Residences
great rooms and amenities
Reviewed on 16 Nov 2025
The Star Grand at The Star Gold Coast
We did not use the breakfast area or the bar, but for those who does use these facilities would have a 5 star experience
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025
Meriton Suites Surfers Paradise
Brilliant location. Hotel was great except the room lacked a bit of attention - floors badly needed a mop.
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
Mantra Legends Hotel
All great
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
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 Ian Dipple Lagoon or Cooke Murphy Oval.
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 Marina Mirage Shopping Centre and Tedder Avenue, 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.
Carrara
Golf courses, restaurants and beaches highlight some of the noteworthy features of Carrara. Make a stop by People First Stadium or Carrara Sports Complex while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Parkwood
- Parkwood International Golf Course
- Warner Bros. Movie World
- Dreamworld
- Surfers Paradise Beach
- Cavill Avenue
- Robina Town Centre
- Wet'n'Wild Gold Coast
- Coolangatta Beach
- Pacific Fair Shopping Centre
- Burleigh Beach
- Chevron Renaissance
- Springbrook National Park
- Currumbin Beach
- Royal Pines Resort Golf Course
- Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary
- SkyPoint Observation Deck
- Broadbeach Beach
- Snapper Rocks
