Varsity Lakes

Gold Coast

Popular places to visit

Movie World which includes rides

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.

Warner Bros. Movie World
Cavill Avenue featuring night scenes, a city and shopping

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.

Cavill Avenue
Dreamworld featuring rides

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.

Dreamworld
Sea world a very big park with many rides, amazing shows and helicopter tours#blue you could sit under the aquarium all day just watching the sea creature the penguins are so fascinating.

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?

Sea World
Surfers Paradise Beach which includes skyline, general coastal views and central business district

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.

Surfers Paradise Beach
Coolangatta Beach featuring a coastal town, a beach and a sunset

Coolangatta Beach

This city at the southern tip of the Gold Coast has some of the most pristine beaches, and clear water for swimming, fishing and diving.

Coolangatta Beach

Things to do

Surfers

Surfers Paradise Sightseeing Sunset River Cruise

￥5,471
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Surfers Paradise Sightseeing Sunset River Cruise
Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary Entry Ticket

Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary Entry Ticket

￥6,999
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary Entry Ticket
Gold Coast Sightseeing Cruise

Surfers Paradise Sightseeing River Cruises

￥3,879
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Surfers Paradise Sightseeing River Cruises
Gold Coast Hop On Hop Off Sightseeing Cruise 1 Day Pass

Gold Coast Hop On Hop Off Sightseeing Cruise 1 Day Pass

￥4,499
per adult
Gold Coast Hop On Hop Off Sightseeing Cruise 1 Day Pass
2.5hr Gold Coast Kayaking & snorkelling tour

Gold Coast Kayaking & Snorkelling Tour (2.5 Hours)

￥8,899
per adult
Gold Coast Kayaking & Snorkelling Tour (2.5 Hours)
Mount Tamborine Hop on Hop off Bus from Brisbane

Mount Tamborine Hop on Hop off Bus from Brisbane

￥9,899
per adult
Mount Tamborine Hop on Hop off Bus from Brisbane
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Varsity Lakes Hotel Deals

Novotel Surfers Paradise

Novotel Surfers Paradise

4.5 out of 5
Cnr Surfers Paradise Blvd and Hanlan St, Surfers Paradise, QLD
The price is ￥17,028 per night from Nov 16 to Nov 17
￥17,028
￥18,731 total
Nov 16 - Nov 17
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,316 reviews)
Great location

Reviewed on Oct 27, 2025

Novotel Surfers Paradise
The Langham, Gold Coast and Jewel Residences

The Langham, Gold Coast and Jewel Residences

5 out of 5
38 Old Burleigh Road, Surfers Paradise, QLD
The price is ￥39,793 per night from Nov 7 to Nov 8
￥39,793
￥43,772 total
Nov 7 - Nov 8
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (632 reviews)
Needs a better concierge service

Reviewed on Oct 25, 2025

The Langham, Gold Coast and Jewel Residences
Mantra Legends Hotel

Mantra Legends Hotel

4.5 out of 5
Cnr Surfers Paradise Blvd. & Laycock St, Surfers Paradise, QLD
The price is ￥16,227 per night from Nov 16 to Nov 17
￥16,227
￥16,227 total
Nov 16 - Nov 17
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,022 reviews)
We had a great stay and the kids absolutely loved the pool, very unique position overlooking reception and front entrance.

Reviewed on Oct 27, 2025

Mantra Legends Hotel
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 ￥22,597 per night from Nov 3 to Nov 4
￥22,597
￥25,001 total
Nov 3 - Nov 4
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,037 reviews)
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Reviewed on Oct 26, 2025

The Star Grand at The Star Gold Coast
Hilton Surfers Paradise Hotel & Residences

Hilton Surfers Paradise Hotel & Residences

5 out of 5
6 Orchid Ave Surfers Paradise, Surfers Paradise, QLD
The price is ￥25,405 per night from Nov 4 to Nov 5
￥25,405
￥27,946 total
Nov 4 - Nov 5
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in Gold Coast. Enjoy free WiFi, 4 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews)
My stay at Hilton Surfers Paradise was fantastic. The breakfast had plenty of options, and I honestly can’t fault the friendliness, cleanliness, or professionalism of any of the staff — everyone went above and beyond. The hotel is perfectly located right in the heart of Surfers Paradise, close to ...

Reviewed on Oct 28, 2025

Hilton Surfers Paradise Hotel & Residences
Dorsett Gold Coast

Dorsett Gold Coast

4.5 out of 5
5 The Darling Avenue, Broadbeach, QLD
The price is ￥17,762 per night from Nov 9 to Nov 10
￥17,762
￥19,538 total
Nov 9 - Nov 10
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,538 reviews)
We had a really lovely stay. I recommend the executive suite access 👌👌

Reviewed on Oct 28, 2025

Dorsett Gold Coast
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Other neighborhoods around Varsity Lakes

North Burleigh Lookout

Miami

Miami is known for its pristine beaches, and you can make a stop by North Burleigh Lookout and Nobby Beach while in the area.

Miami
Burleigh Beach showing a beach, city views and general coastal views

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 Heads
A lovely place for a walk.

Robina

Well-liked for its shopping and golf courses, Robina is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Cbus Super Stadium and Robina Town Centre, and jump on the metro at Robina Station to get around the city.

Robina
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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
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Palm Beach

Palm Beach is known for its pristine beaches, and you can make a stop by Tallebudgera Creek and Palm Beach while in the area.

Palm Beach
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

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