Broadbeach Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Broadbeach featuring central business district, modern architecture and a high-rise building
Broadbeach
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Visit one of Queensland’s most popular holiday spots with sparkling beaches, scenic canals, high-rise hotels, nightclubs, festivals and modern malls.

The beachside suburb of Broadbeach is one of the most diverse locations on the Gold Coast. Fashion shopping, stunning beaches, a rich culinary diversity, legendary nightlife and a wide range of events make Broadbeach the perfect getaway year-round.

On a hot day, take a stroll down Broadbeach Boulevard and cool off in the waves of Kurrawa Beach, a popular spot for surfers and swimmers alike. When you’ve worked up an appetite, choose from more than 100 restaurants, cafés, gourmet delis, bistros and brasseries offering popular dishes from around the globe.

Enjoy the air-conditioned comfort of Pacific Fair, one of Australia’s largest retail centres. With more than 300 stores as well as cinemas, cafés and snack bars, you could spend the whole day there. For variety, head to The Oasis Shopping Centre or Niecon Plaza. These centres are home to boutiques, art galleries and jewelry stores.

Across the Gold Coast Highway is Jupiters Hotel and Casino, where you can lose track of time in the 24-hour casino, bars, lounges, restaurants and live shows. Register the designated driver in your group online, who will then receive free soft drinks at participating venues.

Time your visit to Broadbeach with one of the many festivals held throughout the year. Check out Blues on Broadbeach Music Festival in May or the Broadbeach Jazz Festival held in August. Both festivals are free and feature a number of outdoor stages as well as artists performing in venues throughout Broadbeach. In October, Opera in the Park is a fun and free family night out, with live concerts and a spectacular fireworks display.

Broachbeach is centrally located on the Gold Coast and stretches from Mermaid Beach north to Surfers Paradise. Keep in mind that school leavers celebrate “Schoolies” break in November, so you may want to avoid the partying crowds during this time. For panoramic vistas of the coast, book a room with ocean views in one of Broadbeach’s many high-rise hotels.


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Our pick of the best Broadbeach Hotel Deals

The Star Grand at The Star Gold Coast
The Star Grand at The Star Gold Coast
5 out of 5
8 Casino Drive, Broadbeach, QLD
The price is NZ$283 per night from 7 Apr to 8 Apr
NZ$283
includes taxes & fees
7 Apr - 8 Apr
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free WiFi, 8 restaurants, and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"Great location to stay with close access to major shopping centre and plenty of restaurants. The room was quite nice with modern facilities and a decent size tv with decent channels. Room service was great along with the quality of food."

Reviewed on 1 Apr. 2025

The Star Grand at The Star Gold Coast
Dorsett Gold Coast
Dorsett Gold Coast
4.5 out of 5
5 The Darling Avenue, Broadbeach, QLD
The price is NZ$188 per night from 17 Apr to 18 Apr
NZ$188
includes taxes & fees
17 Apr - 18 Apr
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,508 reviews)
"The room the view the bed and pillows super comfy. Should be service poolside as a solo traveller you have to take everything to bar to order and could lose sunlounger when it’s busy"

Reviewed on 5 Apr. 2025

Dorsett Gold Coast
Meriton Suites Broadbeach, Gold Coast
Meriton Suites Broadbeach, Gold Coast
5 out of 5
2669 Gold Coast Highway, Broadbeach, QLD
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$220 per night from 13 Apr to 14 Apr
NZ$220
includes taxes & fees
13 Apr - 14 Apr
Stay at this 5-star luxury aparthotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (4,160 reviews)
"Close to everything, friendly staff, reasonable rates"

Reviewed on 1 Apr. 2025

Meriton Suites Broadbeach, Gold Coast
Sofitel Gold Coast Broadbeach
Sofitel Gold Coast Broadbeach
5 out of 5
81 Surf Parade, Broadbeach, QLD
The price is NZ$232 per night from 17 Apr to 18 Apr
NZ$232
includes taxes & fees
17 Apr - 18 Apr
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (999 reviews)
"Confortabke stay fir officisl trips Also i must mention the concearge staff guy on Sinday evening at 6 pm was the best. He was so good he helped my husbabd to pin on the bowtie abd the kindness he showed was the best He is young guy i think deserves to be heading customervservice at your hotel. Sorru ..."

Reviewed on 31 Mar. 2025

Sofitel Gold Coast Broadbeach
Qube Broadbeach
Qube Broadbeach
4 out of 5
Cnr Queensland Ave and Jubilee Ave, Broadbeach, QLD
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (774 reviews)
"Great clean place with a beautiful view will definitely be back."

Reviewed on 31 Mar. 2025

Qube Broadbeach
The Star Residences Gold Coast
The Star Residences Gold Coast
3.5 out of 5
5 The Darling, Broadbeach, QLD
The price is NZ$322 per night from 6 May to 7 May
NZ$322
includes taxes & fees
6 May - 7 May
Stay at this 3.5-star spa aparthotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (351 reviews)
"Apartment was 5* but long waiting times for the elevators"

Reviewed on 5 Apr. 2025

The Star Residences Gold Coast
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Other neighbourhoods around Broadbeach

Mermaid 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.

Mermaid Beach
Gold Coast which includes food, drinks or beverages and outdoor eating

Broadbeach Waters

Broadbeach Waters is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Dracula's Cabaret and Pacific Fair Shopping Centre.

Broadbeach Waters
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Mermaid Waters

Unique features of Mermaid Waters include the bars and casinos. Make a stop by Broadbeach Sports and Recreation Centre or Gold Coast Seniors Tennis Club while you're exploring the area.

Mermaid Waters
Surfers Paradise showing a city, a sunset and a sandy beach

Surfers Paradise

Cavill Avenue and Home of the Arts are a few top attractions in Surfers Paradise. Hop around the city on the metro at Cypress Avenue Station or Florida Gardens station and check out the area's stunning beaches, luxurious spas and popular shops.

Surfers Paradise
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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.

Miami
Southport which includes a sandy beach, swimming and tropical scenes

Main Beach

Main Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Marina Mirage Shopping Centre and Tedder Avenue, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Gold Coast.

Main Beach


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