| other amenities include a water park, 4 outdoor pools and a fitness room, plus a tennis court (fee) and a spa. a 10 minutes' walk from the beach, this vibrant resort is adjacent to a bus stop, and also 3 km from the skypoint observation deck at the top of q1, australia's tallest building. check-in time: 2:00 pmcheck-out time: 10:00 am. the bright 1- to 4-bedroom apartments feature colorful accents and come with balconies or courtyards, free wi-fi and flat-screens. all include kitchens and living areas, and upgraded options add leather sofas. there's also a cinema and a kids' club. parking is free, and there's a bistro/bar with classic pub food
Brisbane Airport 1 hr 9
Surfers Paradise Beachfront Markets (14 min)
Regular, open-air night market featuring 100+ stalls, local artisans & live music performances. Warner Bros. Movie World (25 min)
Large park with a number of thrill rides including rollercoasters and regular live stunt shows. Miami Marketta (4 min)
Unfussy indoor-outdoor night market offering global street fare, cocktails & beers plus live music. Gold Coast beach (9 min)
Lengthy stretch of shoreline with 70 km of developed beachfront for swimming, surfing & more. HOTA, Home of the Arts (15 min)
Cultural complex with facilities hosting movies, concerts & other events, plus a gallery & bar/cafe. Sea World (20 min)
Oceanographic theme park with marine animals & polar bears, plus shows, rides & interactive tours. Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary (18 min)
Native animals on display in natural surrounds, plus shows, encounters & a wildlife hospital. David Fleay Wildlife Park (14 min)
Intimate animal park with crocs, wallabies & many other native species, plus shows & feedings. Wet'n'Wild Gold Coast (28 min)
Expansive water park with many thrill rides, a wave pool, concessions & a surf shop. Infinity Attraction (15 min)
Funhouse attraction where guests encounter illusion-based special effects & music. The Star Gold Coast (7 min)
Upscale hotel with restaurants, bars & gaming, plus a day spa, a theatre & poolside cabanas. Burleigh Head National Park (11 min)
Coastal headland area with shoreline & rainforest trails, plus wildlife viewing. Hinterland Regional Park (19 min)
Rainforest, park, and wine SkyPoint Observation Deck (11 min)
Observation deck & cafe offering scenic views from area's highest point, plus nightlife on weekends. Surfers Paradise Beach (13 min)
Legendary surfing spot with a sand beach, set against a city backdrop with entertainment & shops. | 
