Stays in Gold Coast

Beachfront apartments with a pool, spa, and tennis court for families

Why guests love it

Allisee Apartments in Hollywell sits right on the beach, and guests rate it 9.7. Children can swim in the outdoor pool, open all year, or play on the tennis court, while parents have a sauna, a fitness centre and spa facilities. Barbecue areas make an easy dinner, and every apartment has air conditioning and free Wi-Fi. My editorial advice: plan beach time early, then switch to the pool and a barbecue as the afternoon heats up.

Luxury stay with pool, spa, and casino near Kurrawa Beach

Why guests love it

The Darling at The Star Gold Coast is a five-star stay for families who want a full resort-style package. There is an outdoor swimming pool, a fitness centre and spa facilities, a restaurant and a bar, and the casino is on site. Rooms have garden views, and Kurrawa Beach is a short walk away. About 190 guests rate it 9.4. Our editorial advice: use the pool and spa by day and keep in mind the casino is part of the venue.

Beachfront apartments with ocean views, a pool, and family-friendly amenities

Why guests love it

Narrowneck Court Holiday Apartments gives families self-contained apartments opposite the beach on the Gold Coast. Private balconies look over the ocean, and an outdoor swimming pool and barbecue facilities make evenings easy, with free WiFi included. The apartments have their own space and kitchens for families who prefer to cook. Guests score it 9.3 across 347 reviews, one of the strongest ratings among the apartments we list.

Beachfront Gold Coast stay with a pool, spa, and family amenities

Why guests love it

Surfers Chalet is a four-star, family-friendly stay on the Gold Coast, just a two-minute walk from Surfers Paradise Beach. An outdoor pool, a spa and wellness centre and a sauna give families and couples plenty to do between beach sessions. Rooms offer garden views and modern amenities. Guests score it 9.3 across 243 reviews, one of the highest ratings in our Gold Coast list.

Rooftop pool, tennis, and a hot tub, steps from Coolangatta Beach

Why guests love it

Each air-conditioned room has a private balcony, and the resort packs a lot into one building: a rooftop swimming pool, a hot tub, a tennis court, a fitness centre and an on-site restaurant. Coolangatta Beach is a short walk away and private parking is free. That mix works for families who want facilities for rainy or tired days. It has only seven reviews so far, at 9.2, so treat the score as early.

Waterfront apartments with a heated pool and broadwater views

Why guests love it

Silvershore Apartments on the Broadwater are family-friendly apartments with private balconies overlooking the Gold Coast Broadwater or the hinterland. There is a heated pool, a fitness centre, a sauna, a hot tub and BBQ areas, plus free undercover parking and a tour booking service. The listing says they suit visits to nearby theme parks and shopping. More than 600 guests rate it 9.2. My advice: ask for a Broadwater-facing balcony.

Ocean-view luxury studio with spa baths and a year-round pool

Why guests love it

This privately owned studio in the OAKS Gold Tower suits couples and solo travellers more than larger families. The studio has ocean views, a balcony, air conditioning and a private bathroom with a spa bath, and guests can use spa facilities, a sun terrace and a year-round outdoor pool. Surfers Paradise Beach is nearby. About 240 guests rate it 9.2. Our editorial advice: a family with children should check the sleeping space first.

Beachfront apartments with ocean views, pools, and a spa in Broadbeach

Why guests love it

Oceana On Broadbeach offers beachfront apartments with spacious balconies and panoramic ocean views. The self-catering units have well-equipped kitchens and laundry facilities, and guests can use a spa, a fitness centre and two pools. It suits families and couples wanting a relaxed stay by the sea. A 9.1 score from 784 reviews is excellent, and I would choose it for apartment comfort on the beach.

Ocean-view apartments with a pool, hot tub, and direct beach access

Why guests love it

Pacific Plaza Apartments sits on the beachfront in Surfers Paradise, and its private balconies look out over the ocean. Each apartment has a full kitchen and laundry facilities, which makes a week with children far easier, and the outdoor pool, hot tub, sauna and fitness centre cover the days away from the sand. More than 390 guests rate it 9.1. My advice: plan breakfasts on the balcony and keep pool time for when the beach gets too hot.

Beachfront apartments with pools, spa facilities, and tennis courts

Why guests love it

Just 200 metres from the beach, Xanadu Resort offers modern Gold Coast apartments with plenty to keep a family busy on site: two swimming pools, a hot tub, a sauna, a fitness centre, tennis courts and a barbecue area. That mix makes it easy to alternate sand mornings with pool afternoons. More than 530 guests rate it 9.1. My advice: book a tennis session for the cooler part of the day and keep the barbecue for a relaxed family dinner.

Sea-view studio with pool, hot tub, and family-friendly amenities in Surfers Paradise

Why guests love it

This four-star studio apartment in Surfers Paradise suits couples and small families who want a central base. The studio has sea views, a kitchenette and a private balcony, and guests can use a year-round outdoor swimming pool, a hot tub, a sun terrace and a garden. Broadbeach is close. About 130 guests rate it 9.1. Our editorial advice: check the sleeping space for your group, cook simple meals and use the pool and hot tub in the evening.

Beachfront apartments with resort-style pool and family amenities

Why guests love it

The draw here is a self-catering apartment on the beachfront with resort facilities in the building. There is an outdoor resort-style pool, a full-sized tennis court, a gymnasium, a games room, a sauna and a hot tub, which gives children and adults different things to do without leaving the grounds. Kitchens mean you can control meals and costs. Guests rate it 9.1 from over 270 reviews.

Apartment living with a heated pool, fitness centre, and pet-friendly options

Why guests love it

I recommend Quest Robina to families who want apartment space on the Gold Coast, including those travelling with a pet. Every unit has a balcony, air conditioning and a private bathroom, and dedicated pet-friendly apartments are available. The heated swimming pool is open year-round, there is a garden, and a fitness centre is accessible. Guests rate it 9.1 from more than 1,700 reviews.

Beachfront apartments with ocean views and a pool on Mermaid Beach

Why guests love it

Albatross North Apartments offers absolute beachfront accommodation on Mermaid Beach, with uninterrupted ocean views from private balconies. Each family-friendly apartment has a fully equipped kitchen, laundry facilities and an en suite bathroom, and the property has an outdoor pool, BBQ facilities and a sun terrace. About 115 guests rate it 9.1. Our editorial advice: cook on the BBQ, use the pool after the beach and keep mornings for the sand.

Spacious suites with panoramic views, spa, and family-friendly amenities

Why guests love it

Meriton Suites Southport is built around space: one, two and three-bedroom suites with views over the surf beaches, the hinterland or the marina. That layout suits a family or two couples who do not want to share a single room. A pool and spa and wellness facilities are on site, and shopping and theme parks are nearby. Guests rate it 9.0 from more than 5,400 reviews.

Saltwater lagoon, sandy beaches, and an artificial reef in Surfers Paradise

Why guests love it

I recommend the JW Marriott Gold Coast Resort & Spa to families who want a resort with water at its centre. A private saltwater lagoon with sandy beaches and an artificial reef with tropical fish gives children a safe place to swim and snorkel. There are five dining options, a fitness centre, a spa, and a private marina on the Nerang River. Guests rate it 9.0 from around 1,800 reviews.

City views, a year-round pool, and family-friendly amenities

Why guests love it

LOTUS RESORT is a five-star, family-friendly resort in central Gold Coast with a year-round outdoor swimming pool and spa and wellness facilities. Air-conditioned rooms have balconies with city views, and family-friendly room options help parents spread out. Budds Beach is a short walk away, and the SkyPoint Observation Deck is close. Guests score it 9.0 across 258 reviews, an excellent result for the area.

Family-friendly resort with a waterpark, pool, and spa near Surfers Paradise Beach

Why guests love it

Marriott Vacation Club at Surfers Paradise is a five-star, family-friendly resort with a year-round outdoor pool, a waterpark and a spa and wellness centre. Rooms have kitchenettes and balconies, and there is a fitness centre and a tennis court. Surfers Paradise Beach is a short walk away. A 9.0 score from 173 reviews is strong, and I would choose it for a family holiday where children want the waterpark.

Family-friendly apartments with a saltwater pool near Palm Beach

Why guests love it

Sea Mist Palms is a three-star aparthotel in Palm Beach with spacious apartments, private balconies and fully equipped kitchens. The saltwater pool sits among a lush garden and terrace, and barbecue facilities and free WiFi are included. Palm Beach, Burleigh Head National Park and Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary are nearby. It is a relaxed self-catering base, not a resort. A 9.0 score from 155 reviews is strong, and I would choose it for a family week.

Beachfront apartments with a pool and spa in the heart of Surfers Paradise

Why guests love it

One The Esplanade Apartments suits families and longer stays that want to be on the sand in Surfers Paradise. The apartments have a private balcony, a fully equipped kitchen and laundry facilities, which makes extended stays easier. There is direct access to the beach, plus a swimming pool and a spa and wellness centre for the end of the day. I would choose it for self-catering with the beach on the doorstep.

Absolute beachfront apartments with ocean views and family-friendly amenities

Why guests love it

Golden Sands on the Beach is a high-rise directly on Main Beach, just north of Surfers Paradise, with direct beach access. Its spacious one, two and three-bedroom apartments are self-contained, and each has a balcony with ocean views. A swimming pool, a hot tub, a barbecue area and a tennis court keep everyone busy between swims. More than 380 guests rate it 8.9. My advice: book a two or three-bedroom unit so everyone has room, and keep the barbecue for sunset.

Luxury beachfront apartments with a heated pool and tennis court

Why guests love it

Norfolk Luxury Beachfront Apartments suits families and groups who want space and a beach across the road. The spacious apartments have full kitchens and laundry facilities, which helps on longer stays. The grounds add a heated pool, a tennis court and a spa and wellness area. It is located across from the main beach on the Gold Coast, so the sand is the main draw. I would choose it for self-catering beach stays.

Ocean-view apartments with a heated pool right on Burleigh Heads beach

Why guests love it

Solnamara Beachfront Apartments sits on the beachfront at Burleigh Heads, with ocean views and a heated swimming pool that works even when the sea is cool. The spacious apartments have full kitchens and sunny private balconies, are wheelchair-accessible, and come with free private parking. More than 440 guests rate it 8.9. My advice: take breakfast on the balcony with the ocean in view, and keep the heated pool for late-afternoon swims.

Self-contained apartments near Surfers Beach with a pool and tropical garden

Why guests love it

Costa D'Ora Holiday Apartments is a 3-star complex of self-contained apartments 200 metres from Surfers Beach, rated 8.9 by guests. I would recommend it to families who want the beach close without staying on the busiest strip: the pool sits in a tropical garden with barbecue facilities for easy dinners. Every unit has air-conditioning, laundry facilities, a private balcony and a kitchen or kitchenette, and Cavill Avenue in Surfers Paradise is a short walk away.

Modern apartments with ocean views, pools, and a tennis court near Main Beach

Why guests love it

Oscar On Main Beach Resort offers modern apartments with ocean views a short stroll from the Gold Coast's beaches. Each has a fully equipped kitchen and a private balcony, and higher floors have uninterrupted ocean vistas. Facilities include outdoor and indoor pools, a tennis court, a spa pool and a sauna. An 8.9 score from 792 reviews is strong, and I would choose it for a family beach holiday with plenty to do on site.

Ocean views, family-friendly suites, and a short walk to Broadbeach

Why guests love it

I recommend Avani Broadbeach Residences to families who want a one- or two-bedroom suite with a kitchen and Pacific Ocean views. Suites have balconies and fully equipped kitchens, and a swimming pool, BBQ facilities, a fitness centre and a spa and wellness area are on site. Private parking and a 24-hour front desk help, and Broadbeach is an 8-minute walk. Guests rate it 8.9 from nearly 1,400 reviews.

Beachside apartments with a lagoon pool, spa, and full kitchens

Why guests love it

Steps from North Kirra Beach, Bila Vista Kirra Beachside Apartments offers self-contained units with full kitchens, a set-up that makes family meals easy. The lagoon-style outdoor pool and the spa give children somewhere to swim when the surf is rough, and Gold Coast Airport is easy to reach for arrivals and departures. More than 530 guests rate it 8.8. My advice: keep the beach for the early morning and the lagoon pool for the afternoon.

Beachfront stays overlooking famous surf breaks with a pool and spa

Why guests love it

Mantra Coolangatta Beach is a beachfront hotel overlooking the surf beaches of Kirra, Greenmount and Rainbow Bay. It is family-friendly, with a resort pool and spa, and spacious rooms and apartments are available. Dining and shopping are on the doorstep. An 8.5 score from 1,408 reviews is good, and I would choose it for a beach holiday where the surf is the main plan.

Beachfront apartments with ocean views, pool, and family-friendly amenities

Why guests love it

ULTIQA Air On Broadbeach is a 4-star beachfront apartment building in the centre of Broadbeach on the Gold Coast, rated 8.4 by guests. I would recommend it to families for the self-catering set-up: every apartment has a full kitchen, laundry facilities and a spacious balcony with ocean views. Children have a 25-metre heated outdoor pool and a tennis court, parents a sauna and a gym, and the barbecue terrace, free parking and bicycle rental round it out.

Beachfront self-catering apartments with ocean views and a rooftop hot tub

Why guests love it

Viscount on the Beach puts families right opposite Surfers Paradise Beach in self-catering apartments. Each has a private balcony with ocean views, and the building adds a swimming pool, a rooftop hot tub, a sauna and barbecue facilities. About 200 guests rate it 8.3. Our editorial advice: cook simple dinners in the apartment, use the barbecue on warm evenings and spend the mornings on the sand.