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A modern kitchen with a central island, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a view of the sea.

A rooftop pool with a cityscape view, surrounded by buildings and a bar/lounge area.

A bathroom with pink tiles, a showerhead, and three bottles of shampoo on the wall.

A modern reception area with a central counter, ceiling fans, and a patterned wall.

1. Bounce Surfers Paradise

Surfers Paradise, 0.8 km from Ripley's Believe It or Not

Jane

￥20,565

￥22,707 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

A pool area with lounge chairs and palm trees, surrounded by a wooden deck and a glass balustrade.

A spacious lounge area with multiple seating options, including sofas and chairs, arranged around a central table. Large windows provide a view of palm trees and a building in the background.

A modern hotel room with a large sliding glass door leading to a balcony with a sea view. There is a bed, a seating area with a table, and a small side table with a vase.

A coastal cityscape with modern high-rise buildings, a sandy beach, and a clear blue sky.

2. The Langham, Gold Coast and Jewel Residences

Surfers Paradise, 1.5 km from Ripley's Believe It or Not

Jack

￥45,414

￥49,955 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A balcony with ocean views, furnished with leather chairs and a small table with bottles and a plant.

A modern living room with a black leather sofa, a coffee table, and a view of the ocean through large glass doors.

A balcony with a view of the beach and ocean.

A spacious living area with a large window overlooking the ocean, a modern kitchen, and a seating area with a white sofa and coffee table.

3. The Waterford on Main Beach

Main Beach, 2 km from Ripley's Believe It or Not

Felicia

￥64,607

￥64,607 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

A modern interior with a white sofa, a glass coffee table, and a view of the sea through large glass doors.

A pool with clear blue water, lounge chairs, and a view of the ocean.

A spacious lobby with a modern staircase, seating area, and decorative elements.

A spacious living room with a large window overlooking the ocean, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a modern chandelier.

4. Peppers Soul Surfers Paradise

Surfers Paradise, 0.1 km from Ripley's Believe It or Not

Rowena

￥38,684

￥42,552 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A spacious lobby with a modern design, featuring a central seating area, a staircase, and a large window providing natural light.

A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a desk, and a chair.

A hotel with a modern design, featuring a large central atrium and multiple balconies.

A coastal view with waves crashing onto the shore, a building with a white facade and orange accents, and a clear sky.

5. Your Stay In Surfers

Surfers Paradise, 0.4 km from Ripley's Believe It or Not

Brenda

￥22,289

￥24,569 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A room with a large window overlooking a beach and cityscape, featuring two wicker chairs and a small table with a pitcher and glasses.

A high-rise room with a panoramic ocean view, a round dining table with chairs, and a bottle of champagne.

A modern living room with a city view, a sofa, a coffee table, and a TV.

A high-rise room with a panoramic ocean view, furnished with a round table and chairs, and a bottle of champagne.

6. Meriton Suites Surfers Paradise

Surfers Paradise, 0.7 km from Ripley's Believe It or Not

Nicola

￥22,402

￥24,642 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 14 - Oct 15

A balcony with a view of the ocean and city skyline.

A hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a view of the ocean through large windows.

A beach with a row of high-rise buildings in the background.

A rooftop terrace with potted plants, a clear view of the city, and a glass railing.

7. Rhapsody Resort

Surfers Paradise, 1.2 km from Ripley's Believe It or Not

Chantelle

￥25,329

￥27,862 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 21 - Oct 22

A rooftop pool area with a curved seating area, glass railings, and a view of the cityscape.

A multi-story hotel with a curved facade, a rooftop pool, and a waterfront view.

A modern bar area with a marble countertop, gold accents, and a variety of bottles.

A high-rise hotel room with a panoramic city view, a round coffee table, and a chandelier.

8. The Darling at The Star Gold Coast

Broadbeach, 2.5 km from Ripley's Believe It or Not

Christopher

￥76,560

￥84,535 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

A person sitting on a sofa with a bowl of cereal and a drink, with two framed pictures on the wall behind.

An aerial view of a pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a brick walkway.

An indoor seating area with tables and chairs, a bar with shelves of bottles, and hanging light fixtures.

A modern bedroom with a grey sofa bed, a wooden wardrobe, a desk with a chair, and a TV on the wall.

9. The Island Gold Coast

Surfers Paradise, 0.2 km from Ripley's Believe It or Not

Mark

￥18,970

￥20,867 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

A resort with multiple swimming pools, lounge areas, and a dock with boats.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a round coffee table, and a view of the city through large windows.

A spacious lobby with a curved staircase, a sectional sofa, and multiple potted plants.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a balcony with a city view.

10. JW Marriott Gold Coast Resort & Spa

Surfers Paradise, 1.2 km from Ripley's Believe It or Not

Antonio

￥50,811

￥55,892 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

An aerial view of a resort with a central pool, surrounding lounge areas, and a dock.

A spacious lobby with a central staircase, modern furniture, and decorative plants.

A pool area with lounge chairs, palm trees, and a waterfall.

11. Marriott Vacation Club at Surfers Paradise

Surfers Paradise, 1.2 km from Ripley's Believe It or Not

Maureen

￥34,824

￥38,306 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a multi-story building with balconies.

A multi-story hotel with a central courtyard, palm trees, and a fountain.

A balcony with a table, chairs, and a view of tall buildings and the ocean.

A beach with a city skyline in the background.

12. Marrakesh Apartments

Surfers Paradise, 1.7 km from Ripley's Believe It or Not

Ibrahim

￥32,881

￥36,169 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A bar with multiple shelves of liquor bottles, hanging light fixtures, and bar stools.

A corner room with a large window offering a view of the ocean and buildings. There is a laptop, a bowl of fruit, and a small table with cushions.

A large, curved swimming pool with multiple lanes, surrounded by lounge chairs and umbrellas.

A wooden deck with a table and chairs, a surfboard, and a potted plant.

13. QT Gold Coast

Surfers Paradise, 0.8 km from Ripley's Believe It or Not

Nancy

￥26,903

￥29,594 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

Two high-rise buildings with a curved design, featuring multiple floors and balconies.

An outdoor patio area with a pool, lounge chairs, and a glass table.

A balcony with a table set for two, a bottle of wine, and a plate of fruit.

14. Peppers Broadbeach

Broadbeach, 3.2 km from Ripley's Believe It or Not

Tom

￥37,523

￥37,523 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A modern living room with a large window, a sofa, a coffee table, and a view of a swimming pool and high-rise buildings.

A modern building with a glass balcony, a sign reading "The Shores - Surfers Paradise", and a view of palm trees.

A modern living room with a large window, a flat-screen TV, a floor lamp, and a sofa with multiple cushions.

A modern kitchen with a large island, bar stools, and a view of the cityscape through large windows.

15. The Shores Surfers Paradise Apartments

Surfers Paradise, 0.3 km from Ripley's Believe It or Not

Chalise

￥32,075

￥35,283 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

A modern living room with a large window, a sectional sofa, a round coffee table, and a dining area with chairs.

A modern bathroom with a large bathtub, a view of tall buildings and the sea through a large window.

An outdoor swimming pool with lounge chairs and a cityscape in the background.

A coastal cityscape with high-rise buildings along a beachfront.

16. Voco Gold Coast

Surfers Paradise, 0.5 km from Ripley's Believe It or Not

Andrew

￥16,904

￥18,594 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A modern living room with a large sofa, a dining area, and a balcony with a city view.

A modern bedroom with a large window overlooking the ocean, a bed, a TV, and a seating area.

A modern hotel with multiple balconies overlooking a beach and ocean.

A modern kitchen with a large island, stainless steel appliances, and a view of the city and ocean.

17. Artique Surfers Paradise

Surfers Paradise, 0.8 km from Ripley's Believe It or Not

Diane

￥40,175

￥40,175 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

A balcony with a table and chairs, overlooking a city skyline and the ocean.

A high-rise hotel with a view of the beach and ocean.

A modern living room with large windows, a sofa, a coffee table, and a kitchen area.

A modern kitchen with a large dining area and a panoramic ocean view.

18. Hilton Surfers Paradise Hotel & Residences

Surfers Paradise, 0.1 km from Ripley's Believe It or Not

Ajay

￥28,190

￥31,009 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A modern room with large windows, a glass-top table, and wicker furniture.

A modern interior with a large window overlooking the sea, a white sofa, a white coffee table, and a minimalist design.

A modern bedroom with a large window, a bathtub, and a bedside table with a lamp.

A coastal cityscape with a prominent skyscraper, beachfront, and a river.

19. Q1 Resort & Spa - Official

Surfers Paradise, 0.5 km from Ripley's Believe It or Not

Helena

￥36,786

￥40,465 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A dining table with a pizza, a beer glass, a salad bowl, and a wine glass.

A restaurant with tables set for dining, large windows offering a city view, and a stone-patterned floor.

20. Crowne Plaza Surfers Paradise by IHG

Surfers Paradise, 1.8 km from Ripley's Believe It or Not

Richard

￥18,736

￥20,610 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

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Compare popular hotels close to Ripley's Believe It or Not

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Bounce Surfers Paradise	9.8 Exceptional 8 reviews	View
The Langham, Gold Coast and Jewel Residences	9.4 Exceptional 849 reviews	View
The Waterford on Main Beach	9.6 Exceptional 107 reviews	View
Peppers Soul Surfers Paradise	9.4 Exceptional 2,517 reviews	View
Your Stay In Surfers	9.2 Wonderful 52 reviews	View

Top Ripley's Believe It or Not Hotel Reviews

QT Gold Coast

10/10 Excellent

"Had a great stay. The toilet was rather crampy. Otherwise all great. Dyson hairdryer was useful after every hair wash from the beach. Stingray dining was average."

The Langham, Gold Coast and Jewel Residences

10/10 Excellent

"Lounge is not as good as expected. Ocean king room is great …"

Novotel Surfers Paradise

10/10 Excellent

"The location is the awsome."

Mantra Circle on Cavill

8/10 Good

"Great stay. Parking a little complicated. Great views. Suite was a little tired but great value. Make sure bring long cable or charge devices as no usb or charger sockets near beds."

Mantra on View Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Great apartment, lovely view, great location."

Mantra Legends Hotel

8/10 Good

"Rooms are a bit old and dated. While the beds were clean and comfy, the carpet was disgusting and the bathroom showed a lack of attention to detail with soap scum on the walls and floors needing a scrub. Staff were lovely, welcoming, and helpful. Location is great for surfers paradise restaurants, entertainment, and beaches."

The Shores Surfers Paradise Apartments

10/10 Excellent

"Walking distance to the beach and town centre. Very clean and tidy with everything you need."

Voco Gold Coast

10/10 Excellent

"Great location, easy access to food and transport."

Mantra Crown Towers

8/10 Good

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Other attractions near Ripley's Believe It or Not

A Hard Rock Cafe sign with a guitar design, set against a city skyline.

Centro Surfers Paradise

8.4/10 (14 reviews)

During your visit to Gold Coast, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Centro Surfers Paradise. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area, or seek out the golf courses.

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Slingshot

8.6/10 (691 reviews)

Take the family on an outing to Slingshot during your trip to Gold Coast. Visit the area's spas or amble around its beautiful beaches.

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Holoverse - Dinosaur World

Bring your family to Holoverse - Dinosaur World and enjoy this exciting amusement park in Gold Coast. Stroll along the seaside or visit the spas in this romantic area.

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Surfers Paradise Tenpin

You can enjoy the entertainment at Surfers Paradise Tenpin during your travels to Gold Coast. Visit the spas and shops in this family-friendly area.

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Surfers Paradise Beachfront Markets

9.6/10 (4 reviews)

During your trip to Gold Coast, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Surfers Paradise Beachfront Markets. Discover the area's spas, or seek out its golf courses.

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endota spa

You can take time to visit endota spa during your travels to Gold Coast. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

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Jet Flight Simulator

7.4/10 (6 reviews)

Take the family on an outing to Jet Flight Simulator during your trip to Gold Coast. Discover the area's shops, or seek out its golf courses.

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LAN SPA

You can take time to visit LAN SPA during your travels to Gold Coast. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Ripley's Believe It or Not?

Ripley's Believe It or Not is located in a welcoming area of Gold Coast known for its major shopping area and fun-filled attractions. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 1716 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Ripley's Believe It or Not?

Adjacent to Ripley's Believe It or Not, Hilton Surfers Paradise Hotel & Residences is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this resort offers 4 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Other good choices close by include Novotel Surfers Paradise and Voco Gold Coast.

How many hotels will I find close to Ripley's Believe It or Not?

Expedia has 1716 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Ripley's Believe It or Not.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Ripley's Believe It or Not, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before check in. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view the top deals on offer near Ripley's Believe It or Not.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Ripley's Believe It or Not?

For more details about updating your stay near Ripley's Believe It or Not or cancelling it, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.

What can I see and do near Ripley's Believe It or Not?

You can watch performances at Home of the Arts, Dracula's Cabaret, and Spotlight Theatre if you're interested in local theater. Consider spending a leisurely afternoon outside at Broadwater Parklands, Macintosh Island Park, or Pratten Park. Enjoy a stroll along the shore at Surfers Paradise Beach, Budds Beach, and Broadbeach Beach.

How can I get to Ripley's Believe It or Not?

Nearby metro stations include Cypress Avenue Station and Florida Gardens station. If you'd like to explore around the surrounding area, you may want a car rental for your journey.

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Our top choices for Ripley's Believe It or Not hotels

1. Bounce Surfers Paradise

2. The Langham, Gold Coast and Jewel Residences

3. The Waterford on Main Beach

4. Peppers Soul Surfers Paradise

5. Your Stay In Surfers

6. Meriton Suites Surfers Paradise

7. Rhapsody Resort

8. The Darling at The Star Gold Coast

9. The Island Gold Coast

10. JW Marriott Gold Coast Resort & Spa

11. Marriott Vacation Club at Surfers Paradise

12. Marrakesh Apartments

13. QT Gold Coast

14. Peppers Broadbeach

15. The Shores Surfers Paradise Apartments

16. Voco Gold Coast

17. Artique Surfers Paradise

18. Hilton Surfers Paradise Hotel & Residences

19. Q1 Resort & Spa - Official

20. Crowne Plaza Surfers Paradise by IHG

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Top Ripley's Believe It or Not Hotel Reviews

QT Gold Coast

The Langham, Gold Coast and Jewel Residences

Novotel Surfers Paradise

Mantra Circle on Cavill

Mantra on View Hotel

Mantra Legends Hotel

The Shores Surfers Paradise Apartments

Voco Gold Coast

Mantra Crown Towers

Other attractions near Ripley's Believe It or Not

Centro Surfers Paradise

Slingshot

Holoverse - Dinosaur World

Surfers Paradise Tenpin

Surfers Paradise Beachfront Markets

endota spa

Jet Flight Simulator

LAN SPA

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