“Glamourous luxury hotel set on the tiny Broadbeach Island. Funky rooms are decorated with boldly patterned carpets, crisp white linen and plush headboards. Offering impeccable service, an indulgent spa and an outdoor pool. Find a choice of bars and restaurants and many beaches to explore nearby.”

Recommended for

  • Local exploring

    • The Star is conveniently close to the terminus of the Gold Coast tram service which runs north to Surfers Paradise and beyond
  • Beach Life

    • Set on the small Broadbeach Island, with a patrolled surf beach just under a mile (1 km) away
  • Spa breaks

    • With a luxurious fully-serviced spa, massage and beauty treatments
  • Opulent

    • Reception is hung with giant silver chandeliers over a dramatic black-and-white carpet, with potted orchids adding opulence
  • Surfing

    • Learn to surf at Noosa on the Sunshine Coast, as well as a host of other beaches for more seasoned surfers
  • Hotel Entertainment

    • Hotel hosts movies at its 2000-seat theatre 3 times a week, as well as concerts and shows across the year
  • Cycling

    • Bicycle hire can be arranged through the hotel and there are several pretty routes spanning the area
  • Yoga

    • The hotel offers yoga classes in its fitness centre alongside a variety of other fitness classes
  • Gym

    • The gym offers personal training, yoga, boxing, spin, Pilates, Zumba and body pump classes
  • Wildlife Area

    • The Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary is a particularly charming wildlife sanctuary
  • Close to nightlife

    • Right in the heart of the buzzing activity of Broadbeach
  • Conference facilities

  • Lively

  • Family Suites

  • Designer

  • Birdwatching

  • Barefoot Luxury

  • Local markets

  • Romantic Break

  • Business meetings

  • Lively area

  • Sit-out Terrace

  • Child friendly

  • Spa

  • Restaurant

  • Great walks

  • On the beach

  • City Style

  • Sea Views

  • Golf

  • Groups

  • Chic

  • Watersports

  • Active Holiday

  • Honeymoons

  • Views

  • Sights nearby

  • Beach nearby

  • Disabled access

  • Diving

  • Wellbeing

  • Contemporary

  • Luxury

  • Romantic

Facilities

  • Rooms

    596 rooms in this hotel
  • Gym

    The gym offers personal training, yoga, boxing, spin, Pilates, Zumba and body pump classes
  • Swimming Pool

    Heated swimming pool surrounded by cabanas
  • Parking

  • Shops

  • Family Suites

  • Bar

  • Walking distance restaurants

  • Sauna/Steam

  • Meeting Room

  • Cots available

  • Massage

  • No pets

  • Private dining room

  • Conference facilities

  • Sit-out Terrace

  • Restaurant

  • Spa

  • Suites

  • Garden

  • Child friendly

  • Room service

  • Disabled access

  • Bath robes

  • Concierge

  • Satellite / Cable TV

  • Air conditioning

  • Wifi

  • Views

  • Business Centre

Activities

  • Theatre

    • Dracula's Cabaret- get set for a night of cocktails, canapés and cabaret with this 3.5-hour evening dinner show
  • Surfing

    • Learn to surf at Noosa on the Sunshine Coast, as well as a host of other beaches for more seasoned surfers
  • Hotel Entertainment

    • Hotel hosts movies at its 2000-seat theatre 3 times a week, as well as concerts and shows across the year
  • Cycling

    • Bicycle hire can be arranged through the hotel and there are several pretty routes spanning the area
  • Yoga

    • The hotel offers yoga classes in its fitness centre alongside a variety of other fitness classes
  • Wildlife Area

    • The Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary is a particularly charming wildlife sanctuary
  • Close to nightlife

    • Right in the heart of the buzzing activity of Broadbeach
  • Great walks

  • Local markets

  • Watersports

  • Golf

  • Sights nearby

  • Diving

  • Birdwatching

Map & Location

Other reviews

The Star Gold Coast

The Star, a luxury 596-room hotel that has been part of the Gold Coast scene for decades, has had a 75 million Australian Dollar facelift as part of a major redevelopment of Queensland's first casino complex, adding extra sparkle to an already glamorous property.

Originally published by The Telegraph

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