| set on the edge of parkland and 8 minutes' walk from coolangatta beach, this unassuming resort is also 1. the down-to-earth rooms and apartments with exposed brick walls come with flat-screen tvs, minifridges and tea and coffeemaking facilities. upgraded rooms feature park views, while apartments add separate living rooms and kitchens. some rooms add balconies with park views or courtyard terraces. amenities include a restaurant offering breakfast for a surcharge, a bar and an outdoor pool. check-in time: 1:30 pmcheck-out time: 10:00 am. there's limited free parking, and the hotel also offers all-inclusive tour options (fee). 5 km from rainbow bay and 8 km from currumbin wildlife sanctuary
Brisbane Airport 1 hr 18
Captain Cook Memorial (5 min)
Striking white lighthouse framing a globe sculpture mapping the expeditions of James Cook. Burleigh Head National Park (21 min)
Coastal headland area with shoreline & rainforest trails, plus wildlife viewing. Hinterland Regional Park (25 min)
Rainforest, park, and wine Coolangatta Beach (8 min)
Popular stretch of white-sand beach with surf, scenic views & lifeguards on duty. Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary (12 min)
Native animals on display in natural surrounds, plus shows, encounters & a wildlife hospital. Greenmount Beach (19 min)
A popular destination for surfing, this relaxing, white sand beach features picturesque water views. Tropical Fruit World (19 min)
Farm growing tropical fruits from around the world, with mini golf, an animal park & kiddie rides. Point Danger (5 min)
Beachside lookout with tables, toilets, walking trails & sweeping ocean views. Kirra Beach (10 min)
Families, surfers & swimmers frequent this scenic beach with city views & access to restaurants. Snapper Rocks (20 min)
Natural formation with a unique rock pool along with scenic views overlooking the beach. The Star Gold Coast (35 min)
Upscale hotel with restaurants, bars & gaming, plus a day spa, a theatre & poolside cabanas. Rainbow Bay (17 min)
Scenic, shoreline destination with swimming & surfing along white-sand beaches with rock formations. Duranbah Beach (5 min)
Surfing is popular at this straightforward sandy & rocky beach known for its waves. Currumbin Beach (13 min)
Scenic beach with unique rock formations, surfing waves, lifeguards & waterfront restaurants & bars. David Fleay Wildlife Park (18 min)
Intimate animal park with crocs, wallabies & many other native species, plus shows & feedings. | 
