Kingscliff

Tweed Heads

A park with trees, a picnic table, and a walking path.
A beach with people and boats.
A beach with picnic tables, a covered seating area, and trees.
A beach with a person sitting on the sand, palm trees, and a clear blue sea.
A coastal road with clear turquoise water, large rocks, and a paved path.

This coastal town is renowned for its scenic coastline, hinterland mountains and long white beaches, making it the perfect base for a seaside getaway.

Kingscliff features sandy beaches, surrounding rainforests and parks and close proximity to local attractions. Make this tranquil town your spot for holiday relaxation.

Laze on the golden beach and spend a day splashing about in the shallow tides on Kingscliff Beach. Swim, fish and paddleboard in the water or scuba dive at the Cook Island Aquatic Reserve. Take your surfboard to the reef break at the southern end of the beach.

Explore the surrounding nature parks and rainforests. Hike through coastal rainforest to discover flora and fauna unique to the area. Visit Point Danger’s lookout to see dolphins playing in the water. Walk through the Cudgen Nature Reserve and kayak or fish in Cudgen Creek. Climb nearby Mount Warning or ride a bike from Kingscliff to Pottsville Beach. Relax on a boat cruise along the Tweed River estuary and see the volcanic crater in the Tweed Valley.

Take a trip to Fingal Head Lighthouse and see the ruins of the lightkeeper’s house. This modest beacon was built in 1872. Its powerful illumination is due to its position on one of the easternmost points on the coast. The surrounding area is a great spot to fly kites, fish or simply look out to sea.

Marine Parade is Kingscliff's central street. Stop for a morning coffee, browse in speciality stores, see art at the Minjungbal Aboriginal Cultural Centre and in the evening, dine in style at an alfresco restaurant.

Kingscliff is a beachside community located south of Tweed Heads in the Northern Rivers area of New South Wales. The town is divided by a waterway, allowing access from the historic town centre to the outer areas. It is a 15-minute drive from the Gold Coast Airport, 45 minutes from Mount Warning and 80 minutes from Brisbane and Lamington National Park.


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Mantra on Salt Beach

Mantra on Salt Beach

4.5 out of 5
Gunnamatta Avenue Kingscliff NSW
The price is ¥16,782 per night from Jul 19 to Jul 20
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¥16,782 total
Jul 19 - Jul 20
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Book a stay at this luxury resort in Tweed Heads. Enjoy free parking, a beach locale, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
"Had a very relaxed stay. The apartment and facilities were clean and well maintained. It’s so nice to stay somewhere close to the beach and we loved watching the whales breach and swim by… The only negative feedback we have is the TV in our apartment was outdated and we had to connect to streaming ..."

Reviewed on Jul 3, 2026

Mantra on Salt Beach
Peppers Salt Resort & Spa

Peppers Salt Resort & Spa

4.5 out of 5
Bells Boulevard Kingscliff NSW
The price is ¥20,531 per night from Jul 12 to Jul 13
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Jul 12 - Jul 13
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Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Tweed Heads. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions South Kingscliff Beach and Kingscliff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
"Great location. Poorly designed tiny room."

Reviewed on Jul 1, 2026

Peppers Salt Resort & Spa
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 ¥42,604 per night from Jul 19 to Jul 20
¥42,604
¥46,864 total
Jul 19 - Jul 20
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9.4/10 Exceptional! (788 reviews)
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The Langham, Gold Coast and Jewel Residences
Novotel Surfers Paradise

Novotel Surfers Paradise

4.5 out of 5
Cnr Surfers Paradise Blvd and Hanlan St Surfers Paradise QLD
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The price is ¥22,215 per night from Jul 16 to Jul 17
¥22,215
¥24,437 total
Jul 16 - Jul 17
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8/10 Very Good! (1,503 reviews)
"Our room was spacious, house keeping did an excellent job every day. The gym had limited floor space, could perhaps have some little cubby shelves to put belongings in, one of the two treadmills not working. The beach view was awesome. The lifts were noisy next to our room. Very convenient location ..."

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Novotel Surfers Paradise
JW Marriott Gold Coast Resort & Spa

JW Marriott Gold Coast Resort & Spa

5 out of 5
158 Ferny Avenue Surfers Paradise QLD
The price is ¥40,474 per night from Jul 15 to Jul 16
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¥44,521 total
Jul 15 - Jul 16
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9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
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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 ¥29,316 per night from Jul 19 to Jul 20
¥29,316
¥32,247 total
Jul 19 - Jul 20
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8.8/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
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Reviewed on Jul 3, 2026

Hilton Surfers Paradise Hotel & Residences
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Where to stay in Kingscliff

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Cabarita Beach

Beaches, cafes, and shopping are just a few things travelers enjoy about Cabarita Beach. Check out Cabarita Beach or Bogangar Beach while you're exploring the area.

Pottsville

Pottsville is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Pottsville Beach and New Brighton Beach.

Casuarina

Beaches, restaurants, and spas highlight some of the noteworthy features of Casuarina. Make a stop by Casuarina Beach or South Kingscliff Beach while you're exploring the neighborhood.

Tweed Heads South

You'll enjoy the coffeehouses and waterparks in Tweed Heads South. You might want to make time for a stop at Coolangatta and Tweed Heads Golf Club or Tweed City.

Hastings Point

Hastings Point is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Maggies Beach and Cudgen Nature Reserve.



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