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Our top choices for Runaway Bay 5-star hotels

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

1. JW Marriott Gold Coast Resort & Spa

JW Marriott Gold Coast Resort & Spa
5.0 star property
Surfers Paradise
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Always great place to stay"
Australia
guy
The price is £185
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
JW Marriott Gold Coast Resort & Spa
A pool area with lounge chairs and palm trees, surrounded by a wooden deck and a glass balustrade.

2. The Langham, Gold Coast and Jewel Residences

The Langham, Gold Coast and Jewel Residences
5.0 star property
Surfers Paradise
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (878 reviews)
"Lovely stay."
Australia
Sara
The price is £231
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
The Langham, Gold Coast and Jewel Residences
A hotel with a large sign reading "THE STAR" and a pool area with illuminated edges.

3. The Star Grand at The Star Gold Coast

The Star Grand at The Star Gold Coast
5.0 star property
Broadbeach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Great venue. Always a fun stay with the wife. Other than an over cooked steak from the garden restaurant it was fantastic!"
Australia
Adam
The price is £114
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
The Star Grand at The Star Gold Coast
A resort pool with a view of the ocean, surrounded by palm trees and lounge chairs.

4. Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort, Gold Coast

Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort, Gold Coast
5.0 star property
Main Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Great staff, very clean and kid friendly. Would stay here again."
Australia
Bree
The price is £184
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort, Gold Coast
A bar with multiple shelves of liquor bottles, hanging light fixtures, and bar stools.

5. QT Gold Coast

QT Gold Coast
5.0 star property
Surfers Paradise
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Great hotel, good facilities and friendly staff"
Australia
Yvette
The price is £137
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
QT Gold Coast
A room with a large window overlooking a beach and cityscape, featuring two wicker chairs and a small table with a pitcher and glasses.

6. Meriton Suites Surfers Paradise

Meriton Suites Surfers Paradise
5.0 star property
Surfers Paradise
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,261 reviews)
"Excellent place"
Australia
john
The price is £85
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Meriton Suites Surfers Paradise
A balcony with a table and chairs, overlooking a cityscape and the ocean.

7. Hilton Surfers Paradise Hotel & Residences

Hilton Surfers Paradise Hotel & Residences
5.0 star property
Surfers Paradise
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Overall a brilliant stay in a great hotel in a perfect location."
United Kingdom
Ian
The price is £118
includes taxes & fees
19 Nov - 20 Nov
Hilton Surfers Paradise Hotel & Residences
An aerial view of a resort with multiple swimming pools, sun loungers, umbrellas, and palm trees.

8. RACV Royal Pines Resort Gold Coast

RACV Royal Pines Resort Gold Coast
5.0 star property
Benowa
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,002 reviews)
"Amazing stay, already wanting to go back."
Australia
Andre
The price is £117
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
RACV Royal Pines Resort Gold Coast
A modern dining area with a table and chairs, large windows with blinds, and a view of the cityscape and ocean.

9. Meriton Suites Broadbeach, Gold Coast

Meriton Suites Broadbeach, Gold Coast
5.0 star property
Broadbeach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (4,699 reviews)
"Really great staff, good location, nice room and set up"
Australia
Catherine
Meriton Suites Broadbeach, Gold Coast
A modern living room with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a TV. It features large windows with a view of the ocean.

10. Meriton Suites Southport, Gold Coast

Meriton Suites Southport, Gold Coast
5.0 star property
Southport
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,259 reviews)
"Always a great place to stay"
Australia
Trevor
The price is £90
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Meriton Suites Southport, Gold Coast
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11. Sofitel Gold Coast Broadbeach

Sofitel Gold Coast Broadbeach
5.0 star property
Broadbeach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"A great place for family."
Australia
Tze Shin
The price is £123
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Sofitel Gold Coast Broadbeach
A modern interior with a white sofa, a glass coffee table, and a view of the sea through large glass doors.

12. Peppers Soul Surfers Paradise

Peppers Soul Surfers Paradise
5.0 star property
Surfers Paradise
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,549 reviews)
"Amazing place amazing location and the staff were amazing went above and beyond place was clean highly recommended"
Australia
Lydia Heather
The price is £173
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Peppers Soul Surfers Paradise
A large, clear swimming pool with a sun deck, surrounded by lounge chairs and palm trees.

13. Imperial Hotel Gold Coast

Imperial Hotel Gold Coast
5.0 star property
Main Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"love this hotel"
Australia
Sarah
The price is £122
includes taxes & fees
10 Dec - 11 Dec
Imperial Hotel Gold Coast
A bedroom with a large window overlooking a beach and cityscape.

14. Mondrian Gold Coast

Mondrian Gold Coast
5.0 star property
Burleigh Heads
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (135 reviews)
"Lovely modern and new hotel in a great location."
Australia
Lucill
The price is £256
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Mondrian Gold Coast
A large, well-lit building with a symmetrical facade, a central fountain, and a reflecting pool.

15. InterContinental Sanctuary Cove Resort by IHG

InterContinental Sanctuary Cove Resort by IHG
5.0 star property
Hope Island
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"The property especially the rooms were quite dated. The beds are uncomfortable. The Fire Place is the only restaurant on site worth going to. The staff are great, especially Gretel, she was great."
United States
Steven
The price is £156
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
InterContinental Sanctuary Cove Resort by IHG
An aerial view of a resort with a central pool, surrounding lounge areas, and a dock.

16. Marriott Vacation Club at Surfers Paradise

Marriott Vacation Club at Surfers Paradise
5.0 star property
Surfers Paradise
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (268 reviews)
"The room was nice and clean and comfortable, the breakfast was amazing and the staff were all wonderful, especially Teresa"
Australia
Rosellina
The price is £191
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Marriott Vacation Club at Surfers Paradise
Two high-rise buildings with a curved design, featuring multiple floors and balconies.

17. Peppers Broadbeach

Peppers Broadbeach
5.0 star property
Broadbeach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,944 reviews)
"Very nice place to stay"
Australia
Tom
The price is £135
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Peppers Broadbeach
A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees.

18. Andaz Gold Coast by Hyatt

Andaz Gold Coast by Hyatt
5.0 star property
Broadbeach
The price is £184
includes taxes & fees
25 Nov - 26 Nov
Andaz Gold Coast by Hyatt
A rooftop pool area with a curved seating area, glass railings, and a view of the cityscape.

19. The Darling at The Star Gold Coast

The Darling at The Star Gold Coast
5.0 star property
Broadbeach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (105 reviews)
"Great hotel "
Australia
Peter
The price is £324
includes taxes & fees
13 Dec - 14 Dec
The Darling at The Star Gold Coast
A wooden cabin with a balcony, surrounded by dense forest.

20. Songbirds Rainforest Retreat

Songbirds Rainforest Retreat
5.0 star property
North Tamborine
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (177 reviews)
"Great location and feel but the staff could pay more attention to cleaning and maintaining the rooms"
Australia
Susan
The price is £152
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Songbirds Rainforest Retreat
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Novotel Surfers Paradise

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Cnr Surfers Paradise Blvd and Hanlan St Surfers Paradise QLD
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RACV Royal Pines Resort Gold Coast

RACV Royal Pines Resort Gold Coast

10/10 Excellent
"Perfect and fun for kids!"
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