| the casual studio apartments have kitchenettes, sofabeds and flat-screen tvs, plus free wi-fi and water-view balconies. off-site 2-bedroom cabins are also available. amenities include 3 restaurants, a general store and a spa, plus a laundry facility (fees). check-in time: 2:30 pmcheck-out time: 10:30 am. theres also an outdoor pool, kayaking and tennis, as well as a water taxi, bike rentals and seaplane tours. upgraded units and villas feature additional bedrooms, full kitchens, fireplaces and/or decks with beach access. set on a south stradbroke island lagoon, this relaxed resort is accessible via ferry from hope harbour marina and is 10 km from dreamworld amusement park
Brisbane Airport 1 hr 5
The Star Gold Coast (19 min)
Upscale hotel with restaurants, bars & gaming, plus a day spa, a theatre & poolside cabanas. Warner Bros. Movie World (21 min)
Large park with a number of thrill rides including rollercoasters and regular live stunt shows. Broadwater Parklands (10 min)
Spacious park featuring a marine-themed water play area for kids, plus BBQ grills & walking paths. Sea World (4 min)
Oceanographic theme park with marine animals & polar bears, plus shows, rides & interactive tours. Surfers Paradise Beachfront Markets (10 min)
Regular, open-air night market featuring 100+ stalls, local artisans & live music performances. Gold Coast Broadwater (8 min)
Shallow estuary including a rich marine park, marinas & islands crossed by ferry services. SkyPoint Observation Deck (12 min)
Observation deck & cafe offering scenic views from area's highest point, plus nightlife on weekends. Dreamworld (27 min)
Sprawling amusement complex featuring themed areas, with rides, attractions and a wildlife park. HOTA, Home of the Arts (16 min)
Cultural complex with facilities hosting movies, concerts & other events, plus a gallery & bar/cafe. Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary (39 min)
Native animals on display in natural surrounds, plus shows, encounters & a wildlife hospital. WhiteWater World (29 min)
Part of the Dreamworld amusement complex, this water park has slides, a wave pool & private cabanas. Ripley's Believe It or Not! Surfers Paradise (11 min)
Museum with kitschy oddities on display, including shrunken human heads & rare animal skeletons. Surfers Paradise Beach (7 min)
Legendary surfing spot with a sand beach, set against a city backdrop with entertainment & shops. Wet'n'Wild Gold Coast (23 min)
Expansive water park with many thrill rides, a wave pool, concessions & a surf shop. Infinity Attraction (10 min)
Funhouse attraction where guests encounter illusion-based special effects & music. | 
