Palm Beach
Gold Coast
Popular places to visit
Warner Bros. Movie World
Watch stunt shows, get on superhero rides, enter the Ice Age 4D Experience and take a splash in the Wild West at Australia’s theme park version of Hollywood.
Surfers Paradise Beach
This stretch of beach is known for its regular sets of rolling waves, with high-rise hotels and bustling nightlife along the sandy shore.
Kirra Beach
Nothing says holiday like spending a lazy day at Kirra Beach, a popular beach in Gold Coast. Stroll along the seaside in this family-friendly area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Dreamworld
Australia’s biggest amusement park features exciting themed areas with everything from tigers and thrilling rides to vintage V8 super-cars and TV characters.
Cavill Avenue
Bustling nightlife, great shopping and a legendary surfing beach make this avenue the exciting centre of Surfer’s Paradise on the Gold Coast.
Sea World
Who doesn’t dream of staying overnight in a water park where you can see Jet Ski stunts, life-sized Nickelodeon stars, plus dolphins, sea lions and polar bears?
Things to do
Gold Coast: Kayaking and Snorkeling Guided Tour
Moreton Island Day Trip (Kayak, Snorkel & Sandboard) frm Brisbane or Gold Coast
Aquaduck Gold Coast 1 hour City and River Tour
Gold Coast's Favourite Learn to Surf Lesson (Ages 13+)
Surfers Paradise Sightseeing Sunset River Cruise
Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary Entry Ticket
Top hotels in Palm Beach
Palm Beach Hotel
The staff were absolutely lovely and extremely helpful the room and facilities were clean hygienic and comfortable. My only complaint is there showers have major issues with temperature and constantly change temperature
Reviewed on 9 Jan, 2026
Red Star Hotels Palm Beach
Very convenient.
Reviewed on 4 Jan, 2026
Novotel Surfers Paradise
Great location and rooms were very clean with staff being very helpful.
Reviewed on 18 Jan, 2026
The Star Grand at The Star Gold Coast
Beautiful room. Great afternoon tea on level 22.
Reviewed on 19 Jan, 2026
voco Gold Coast by IHG
Good
Reviewed on 19 Jan, 2026
Dorsett Gold Coast
Good location near star hotel and it's many restaurants. Also very close to pacific mall.
Reviewed on 18 Jan, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Palm Beach
Burleigh Heads
A noteworthy feature of Burleigh Heads is its stunning beaches. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Burleigh Beach and Burleigh Head National Park.
Burleigh Waters
You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Burleigh Waters. You might want to make time for a stop at Stockland Burleigh Heads Shopping Centre or Burleigh Knoll Conservation Park.
Currumbin
Unique features of Currumbin include the beaches and spas. Make a stop by Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary or Currumbin Beach while you're exploring the area.
Tugun
Tugun is known for its beaches, and you can plan a trip to Tugun Beach and Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary while you're in town.
Miami
Miami is popular for its beaches, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Miami Beach or Nobby Beach.
Mermaid Beach
Mermaid Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Nobby Beach and Putt Putt Golf Mermaid Beach, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Gold Coast.
