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Lauded at amongst Australia’s most beautiful beaches, Surfers Paradise is understandably popular. A suburb of the lively Gold Coast, this stretch of golden sands has become a favourite for surfing, swimming and sunbathing within sight of the city. A selection of superb hotels overlook the beach and the surrounding streets, which are lined with cafés, boutiques, buzzy bars, eateries, and late-night clubs.
Families will adore strolling or cycling along the seaside boulevard, or building sandcastles and playing beach volleyball on the sand with little ones. Expect expert-led surf lessons and a vast choice of board hire, too, perfect for eager beginners or keen surfers of all ages. If you’re travelling with friends, this is a fabulous part of Queensland’s Gold Coast to discover, with hip hotels promising trendy bars and restaurants, as well as regular DJ nights and fun weekend events. Our Gurus have highlighted the five best places to stay in Surfers Paradise for friends and families. A brilliant combination of urban attractions and expansive sandy beach, Surfers Paradise really is a dazzling destination!
For Sociable Partygoers
![QT Gold Coast](https://www.thehotelguru.com/_images/02/47/0247d890654988c9cd6440056f860731/600x422.jpg)
- QT Gold Coast has vibrant, retro decor in bright guest rooms with striking sea views and earthy terracotta tones in more tranquil cabins. Sociable travellers will adore tasting tequila at hip Stingray Lounge, sipping cocktails at the pool bar and dancing to live DJ sets after Japanese dinners at Yamagen or a buffet at Bazaar. Super cool, affordable and ideal for partygoers.
- voco Gold Coast has a trendy, youthful feel. Swish, modern guest rooms have white, dark blue and banana-yellow interiors -- the best have private balconies, kitchenettes and big soaking tubs. Sink into two swimming pools, gather for steak nights at Clifford's Grill or light bites at Social House after days of surfing with friends. The lively bars and eateries of Cavill Avenue are just steps away, perfect for a fun-filled night out.
- The Island, Gold Coast is another party favourite, with 98 industrial chic rooms and suites framing a relaxed pool area with pretty striped parasols. Guests congregate in the laid-back bistro, around the tables of the games room, or at the rooftop bar for regular DJ nights and pizza parties. The most indulgent of Surfers Paradise's hotels for a lively trip with friends. .
For Families
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- Surfers Paradise Mariott Resort & Spa, towards the northern tip of the Surfers Paradise neighbourhood, is a fabulous luxury hotel that works for couples and families alike. The 2.5 acres of lush grounds boast lagoon pools, a tennis court, live music spaces and gourmet eateries. Spacious white suites with warm teal rugs offer flexible options for those travelling with little ones, and kids' activities range from cooking classes and art wrokshops to fun beach walks. Very glamorous.
- Peppers Soul Surfers Paradise is another gem for families. Set just off Surfers Paradise boulevard, this 77-floor high-rise offers chic multi-bedroom apartments with floor-to-ceiling windows, rooftop swimming pools — including one for kids — and a laid-back Mediterranean lounge-bar with children's menus. Amble along the boulevard as a family, hire bicycles, or cook up a storm in your private apartment. Brilliantly located for beach days.