| parking is free. set on the gold coast's broadbeach, this city centre hotel is a 3-minute walk from the q1 skyscraper, a 6-minute walk from surfers paradise bus stop and 4. amenities include a restaurant and a bbq area, plus a sauna, an outdoor pool and a hot tub. upgraded apartments add kitchens and/or air-conditioning. there's also an exercise room and a business centre. check-in time: 2:00 pmcheck-out time: 10:00 am. the relaxed, individually decorated rooms feature ocean or city views, and come with balconies, flat-screen tvs and minifridges, along with free wi-fi. 8 km from sea world
Brisbane Airport 1 hr 5
Dreamworld (27 min)
Sprawling amusement complex featuring themed areas, with rides, attractions and a wildlife park. HOTA, Home of the Arts (8 min)
Cultural complex with facilities hosting movies, concerts & other events, plus a gallery & bar/cafe. Gold Coast beach (9 min)
Lengthy stretch of shoreline with 70 km of developed beachfront for swimming, surfing & more. Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary (31 min)
Native animals on display in natural surrounds, plus shows, encounters & a wildlife hospital. Warner Bros. Movie World (21 min)
Large park with a number of thrill rides including rollercoasters and regular live stunt shows. Surfers Paradise Beachfront Markets (4 min)
Regular, open-air night market featuring 100+ stalls, local artisans & live music performances. SkyPoint Observation Deck (9 min)
Observation deck & cafe offering scenic views from area's highest point, plus nightlife on weekends. Infinity Attraction (3 min)
Funhouse attraction where guests encounter illusion-based special effects & music. Wet'n'Wild Gold Coast (23 min)
Expansive water park with many thrill rides, a wave pool, concessions & a surf shop. Ripley's Believe It or Not! Surfers Paradise (6 min)
Museum with kitschy oddities on display, including shrunken human heads & rare animal skeletons. The Star Gold Coast (11 min)
Upscale hotel with restaurants, bars & gaming, plus a day spa, a theatre & poolside cabanas. Sea World (8 min)
Oceanographic theme park with marine animals & polar bears, plus shows, rides & interactive tours. Gold Coast Broadwater (8 min)
Shallow estuary including a rich marine park, marinas & islands crossed by ferry services. Surfers Paradise Beach (5 min)
Legendary surfing spot with a sand beach, set against a city backdrop with entertainment & shops. Broadwater Parklands (10 min)
Spacious park featuring a marine-themed water play area for kids, plus BBQ grills & walking paths. | 
