What is the difference between a 3-star hotel and a motel in Gold Coast?

Motels generally offer cheaper rates than hotels, which makes them excellent if you're exploring around Gold Coast and keeping to a budget. A sought-after option for overnight stays, these roadside escapes come with simply furnished rooms, limited services and ample parking. Opt for a 3-star hotel and you can expect to pay more for additional privacy, comfort and conveniences. Guests can take advantage of things like free WiFi, fitness centers and business services at this style of property.

Do any 3-star hotels in Gold Coast have a pool?

We've got some terrific 3-star choices in Gold Coast where you can take a relaxing swim, including Ipanema Holiday Resort and Oaks Gold Coast Hotel . December, January and February, which are the summer months here, are ideal for staying at a 3-star property with a pool. If you want the warmest weather for your poolside vacation, book in January when average temperatures range from 23ºC at night to 27ºC during the day.

What 3-star hotels in Gold Coast have an on-site restaurant?

After a day of adventures, unwind with a scrumptious meal at Hi Ho Beach Apartments 's on-site restaurant. This 3-star Gold Coast getaway also features an art gallery and an ocean view. Or dine without venturing beyond Paradise Island Resort . Tennis and a nearby river are two other handy conveniences available here.

Do any 3-star hotels in Gold Coast have WiFi?

Certainly. Ipanema Holiday Resort and Oaks Gold Coast Hotel are a couple of Expedia's 3-star hotels in Gold Coast with WiFi. Book one of these stays to easily access weather forecasts, trip suggestions and local information. Remember, this useful amenity may be free or require an additional payment.

What 3-star hotels in Gold Coast have parking?

Spend more time kicking back and less time searching for a space for your vehicle at a 3-star hotel with parking. Oaks Gold Coast Hotel and Ipanema Holiday Resort are popular escapes in Gold Coast. Searching for some sightseeing away from the city? Get behind the wheel and hit the highways. Suncorp Stadium and Roma Street Parkland are two leading day trip options from central Gold Coast.

Do any 3-star hotels in Gold Coast have rooms with a kitchenette?

Hi Ho Beach Apartments is a top pick where you can whip up and enjoy home-style food. Located in Gold Coast, this 3-star property has a kitchenette, a cafe and an art gallery. Or take advantage of the in-room cooking equipment at Broadbeach Travel Inn Apartments while also saving on eating out. Pool sun loungers and a barbecue grill are two other amenities here.

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Woodroffe Hotel

Southport

Heather

￥19,276 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 5 - Feb 6

Nightelier Mermaid Waters

Mermaid Waters

Lynne

￥17,398 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 3 - Feb 4

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Harbour Quays Apartments

Biggera Waters

Jaydene

￥19,720 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 11 - Jan 12

Outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM, sun loungers

Tiki Hotel Surfers Paradise

Surfers Paradise

Jame

￥26,242 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 28 - Jan 29

Full-size fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

The Star Residences Gold Coast

Broadbeach

Aaron

￥24,373 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 19 - Jan 20

Ipanema Holiday Resort

Surfers Paradise

Edwin

￥26,181 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 26 - Jan 27

1 Bedroom Apartment (1 King Bed + 1 Single Bed) | Private kitchen | Microwave, electric kettle, toaster

Southport Motel & Apartments

Southport

Brooke

Hope Harbour Hotel

Hope Island

Shana

￥20,678 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 6 - Jan 7

Paradise Resort Gold Coast

Surfers Paradise

Wenpeng

￥26,439 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 3 - Feb 4

Beachcomber Surfers Paradise

Surfers Paradise

Jacqueline

￥39,678 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 6 - Jan 7

Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

Bay of Palms

Elanora

Debbie

￥20,642 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 28 - Jan 29

Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM, sun loungers

Elite Gold Coast

Carrara

Lara

￥29,285 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 19 - Jan 20

Tropicana Motel

Mermaid Beach

Samuek

￥13,609 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 5 - Feb 6

Encore Broadbeach

Broadbeach

Richmond

Wallaby Hotel

Mudgeeraba

Craig

￥13,927 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 3 - Feb 4

Palm Beach Hotel

Palm Beach

Anne

￥11,231 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 20 - Jan 21

Triple room | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Red Star Hotels Palm Beach

Palm Beach

Serena

￥18,946 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 29 - Jan 30

Outrigger Burleigh

Miami

Aaron

￥22,021 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 28 - Jan 29

The Manor

North Tamborine

Joevanka

￥18,311 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 5 - Feb 6

Superior King Suite | Minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

The Pink Hotel Coolangatta

Coolangatta

Arthur

￥19,966 total

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Jan 29 - Jan 30

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March	December	￥32,877	￥21,753

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January	￥32,877
February	￥21,753
March	￥19,238
April	￥21,863
May	￥21,955
June	￥28,511
July	￥29,834
August	￥23,142
September	￥30,643
October	￥25,692
November	￥27,948
December	￥40,888

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What are the best 3-star hotels in Gold Coast?

Expedia travelers recommend Oaks Gold Coast Hotel. It features a garden and a swimming pool, and is around 0.64 kilometers east of the center of Gold Coast. Ipanema Holiday Resort is another leading 3-star hotel. Located approximately 0.80 kilometers northeast of downtown, it offers a sauna and a swimming pool.

How much does it cost to stay in a 3-star hotel in Gold Coast?

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What is the difference between a 4-star and 3-star hotel in Gold Coast?

Relaxation is easy to find in 3-star hotels in Gold Coast. As well as pleasant surroundings, these more economical stays include a range of welcome amenities like free WiFi, tea or coffee maker and gym facilities. A 4-star hotel offers a classier ambience with superior features such as an on-site spa, swimming pool and larger rooms. No matter your desired hotel style or how much you want to spend, we have a perfect fit for you.

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