| parking is complimentary. other amenities include a hot tub, an outdoor pool and bbq grills. the 1- to 3-bedroom apartments add kitchens, sofabeds, and living and dining areas, plus balconies. check-in time: 2:00 pmcheck-out time: 10:00 am. a 5-minute walk from the nearest tram station, this unassuming hotel is 3 km from both surfers paradise beach and skypoint observation deck. no-frills suites offer free wi-fi, satellite tv and minifridges, as well as microwaves, washing machines, and tea and coffeemaking facilities. minimum stay rules may apply
Brisbane Airport 1 hr 10
Sea World (15 min)
Oceanographic theme park with marine animals & polar bears, plus shows, rides & interactive tours. Wet'n'Wild Gold Coast (28 min)
Expansive water park with many thrill rides, a wave pool, concessions & a surf shop. Surfers Paradise Beachfront Markets (7 min)
Regular, open-air night market featuring 100+ stalls, local artisans & live music performances. Miami Marketta (10 min)
Unfussy indoor-outdoor night market offering global street fare, cocktails & beers plus live music. Infinity Attraction (10 min)
Funhouse attraction where guests encounter illusion-based special effects & music. Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary (24 min)
Native animals on display in natural surrounds, plus shows, encounters & a wildlife hospital. Broadwater Parklands (16 min)
Spacious park featuring a marine-themed water play area for kids, plus BBQ grills & walking paths. Ripley's Believe It or Not! Surfers Paradise (9 min)
Museum with kitschy oddities on display, including shrunken human heads & rare animal skeletons. Gold Coast beach (3 min)
Lengthy stretch of shoreline with 70 km of developed beachfront for swimming, surfing & more. HOTA, Home of the Arts (12 min)
Cultural complex with facilities hosting movies, concerts & other events, plus a gallery & bar/cafe. The Star Gold Coast (9 min)
Upscale hotel with restaurants, bars & gaming, plus a day spa, a theatre & poolside cabanas. Surfers Paradise Beach (6 min)
Legendary surfing spot with a sand beach, set against a city backdrop with entertainment & shops. Warner Bros. Movie World (26 min)
Large park with a number of thrill rides including rollercoasters and regular live stunt shows. SkyPoint Observation Deck (6 min)
Observation deck & cafe offering scenic views from area's highest point, plus nightlife on weekends. Hinterland Regional Park (23 min)
Rainforest, park, and wine | 
