Runaway Bay Travel Guide

Gold Coast
Runaway Bay

Popular places to visit

Image for Warner Bros. Movie World

Warner Bros. Movie World

4.5/5(10 reviews)

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
Image for Cavill Avenue

Cavill Avenue

4/5(31 reviews)

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
Image for Dreamworld

Dreamworld

5/5(3 reviews)

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
Image for Sea World

Sea World

4.5/5(12 reviews)

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
Image for Wet'n'Wild Gold Coast

Wet'n'Wild Gold Coast

4.5/5(8 reviews)

Get an adrenaline kick gliding through caves and tunnels or plunging down a giant water slide, or simply float and splash in a relaxing pool.

Wet'n'Wild Gold Coast
Image for Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary

Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary

5/5(18 reviews)

Cuddle a koala and handfeed kangaroos at this wildlife sanctuary set in natural rainforest surrounds on Australia’s famous Gold Coast.

Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary

Things to do

Image for Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary Ticket & Koala Photo

Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary Ticket & Koala Photo

£60
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary Ticket & Koala Photo
Image for Surfers Paradise: Guided Gold Coast Amphibious Bus Tour

Surfers Paradise: Guided Gold Coast Amphibious Bus Tour

£26
Per adult
76% of travellers recommend
Surfers Paradise: Guided Gold Coast Amphibious Bus Tour
Image for Private Sailing Charter for two adults on Gold Coast Broadwater

Private Sailing Charter for two adults on Gold Coast Broadwater

£246
Per adult
Private Sailing Charter for two adults on Gold Coast Broadwater
See all activities in Gold Coast

Top hotels in Runaway Bay

Dorsett Gold Coast
Dorsett Gold Coast
4.5 out of 5
5 The Darling Avenue, Broadbeach, QLD
The price is £78 per night from 2 Jun to 3 Jun
£78
per night
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,254 reviews)
"Next time we visit tge Gold Coast we'll definitely look to stay here again. Loved it."

Reviewed on 17 May 2024

Dorsett Gold Coast
Novotel Surfers Paradise
Novotel Surfers Paradise
4.5 out of 5
Cnr Surfers Paradise Blvd and Hanlan St, Surfers Paradise, QLD
The price is £99 per night from 26 May to 27 May
£99
per night
26 May - 27 May
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
7.8/10 Good! (949 reviews)
"Hotel is central to everything in Surfers Paradise which made it very convenient but the hotel doesn't have its own parking and the facilities are out dated"

Reviewed on 15 May 2024

Novotel Surfers Paradise
voco Gold Coast, an IHG Hotel
voco Gold Coast, an IHG Hotel
4.5 out of 5
31 Hamilton Avenue, Surfers Paradise, QLD
The price is £83 per night from 2 Jun to 3 Jun
£83
per night
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"We got the the view of the river and city, it was a really nice view. The room was very clean, the sheets on the bed were clean sheets. Overall, the room/hotel was very nice. We paid an extra $55 for the buffet breakfast and parking. The only thing is that we didn’t think that the seafood buffet ..."

Reviewed on 19 May 2024

voco Gold Coast, an IHG Hotel
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 £191 per night from 29 May to 30 May
£191
per night
29 May - 30 May
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (347 reviews)
"The most beautiful hotel I have ever stayed! Fantastic location and facility"

Reviewed on 19 May 2024

The Langham, Gold Coast and Jewel Residences
Q1 Resort & Spa
Q1 Resort & Spa
4.5 out of 5
9 Hamilton Avenue, Surfers Paradise, QLD
The price is £152 per night from 11 Jun to 12 Jun
£152
per night
11 Jun - 12 Jun
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (4,006 reviews)
"The blinds constantly banged which resulted in no one sleeping. The rubbers need to be replaced to stop this issue. Everything else was wonderful as always."

Reviewed on 22 May 2024

Q1 Resort & Spa
Meriton Suites Broadbeach, Gold Coast
Meriton Suites Broadbeach, Gold Coast
5 out of 5
2669 Gold Coast Highway, Broadbeach, QLD
The price is £84 per night from 2 Jun to 3 Jun
£84
per night
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Stay at this 5-star luxury aparthotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (3,774 reviews)
"Overall enjoyed our stay here. Great central location and great views from our Ocean View Apartment. Reception Staff were friendly and helpful. Pool facilities very good. Was disappointed apartment was not that clean, also needed to wipe kitchen tops as could see where glasses or mugs had been. Coffee ..."

Reviewed on 19 May 2024

Meriton Suites Broadbeach, Gold Coast
See all 3,434 properties in Runaway Bay
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 Runaway Bay

Default Image

Labrador

Labrador is popular for its beaches, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Ian Dipple Lagoon or Chirn Park.

Labrador
Default Image

Hope Island

Hope Island is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Sanctuary Cove Marina and Sanctuary Cove Golf and Country Club while you're in town.

Hope Island
Default Image

Sanctuary Cove

4/5(2 area reviews)

Restaurants, golf courses and gardens are some highlights of Sanctuary Cove. Make a stop by Sanctuary Cove Marina or Sanctuary Cove Golf and Country Club while you're exploring.

Sanctuary Cove
Main Beach featuring general coastal views, a skyscraper and a sandy beach

Southport

Beaches, spas and theme parks are some highlights of Southport. Make a stop by Australia Fair Shopping Centre or Broadwater Parklands while you're exploring.

Southport
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 Doug Jennings Park, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Gold Coast.

Main Beach
Dreamworld featuring rides

Coomera

Unique features of Coomera include the theme parks and restaurants. Make a stop by Dreamworld or WhiteWater World while you're exploring the area.

Coomera

Search stays