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Our top choices for Gold Coast Central motels

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and pendant lighting.

1. Southport Motel & Apartments

Southport Motel & Apartments
3.5 star property
Southport
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (954 reviews)
"Staff were friendly and room clean"
Australia
Christine
The price is £76
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Southport Motel & Apartments
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and two framed pictures on the wall.

2. Jadran Motel & El Jays Holiday Lodge

Jadran Motel & El Jays Holiday Lodge
3.0 star property
Labrador
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (419 reviews)
"It fitted all my requirements perfectly..the staff were very helpful..i will be back"
Australia
susan
The price is £101
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Jadran Motel & El Jays Holiday Lodge
A swimming pool with a fence, a motel sign, and a red car in the background.

3. Aqua Blue Motel

Aqua Blue Motel
2.0 star property
Biggera Waters
The price is £95
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
Aqua Blue Motel

4. Sunburst Motel

Sunburst Motel
3.0 star property
Biggera Waters
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (155 reviews)
"Very basic place but clean,the owners are very nice,location is 5 minutes walk from beach,and you can bring your dog. "
United States
Anonymous traveller
The price is £113
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Sunburst Motel
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a balcony.

5. Blue Heron Motel

Blue Heron Motel
3.5 star property
Mermaid Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (487 reviews)
"Nice and quiet Neat and the owner is good and well polite."
Australia
Ana
The price is £94
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Blue Heron Motel
A hotel with a pool, palm trees, and a waterfall feature.

6. Runaway Bay Motor Inn

Runaway Bay Motor Inn
4.0 star property
Runaway Bay
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (456 reviews)
"Good place to stay."
Australia
Resham
The price is £113
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Runaway Bay Motor Inn
A bowl of food with sausages and onion rings on a table, with a glass of red wine beside it.

7. Darcy Arms Motel

Darcy Arms Motel
3.0 star property
Surfers Paradise
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (367 reviews)
"It was really good."
Australia
Brent
The price is £94
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Darcy Arms Motel
A hotel patio with outdoor seating, striped umbrellas, and potted plants.

8. Camden Motor Inn

Camden Motor Inn
3.0 star property
Mermaid Beach
7.8 out of 10, Good, (483 reviews)
"Excellent value for money"
Australia
Peter
The price is £72
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
Camden Motor Inn
A floral archway leading to a building entrance with a chalkboard sign advertising a grand opening event.

9. Montego Mermaid Beach Motel

Montego Mermaid Beach Motel
3.0 star property
Mermaid Beach
7.4 out of 10, Good, (678 reviews)
"Staff are fantastic, the facilities are super clean and the hotel is centrally located to everything."
Australia
Margaret
The price is £66
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Montego Mermaid Beach Motel
A coastal cityscape with high-rise buildings along a sandy beach.

10. Tropicana Motel

Tropicana Motel
3.5 star property
Mermaid Beach
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (858 reviews)
"The Motel was clean & tidy great location to all Gold Coast attractions very good rates & did the job for our 2 day break"
Australia
Linda
The price is £71
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Tropicana Motel
A poolside area with a wooden table and chairs, a fenced swimming pool, and a building with balconies.

11. Sunshine Beach Resort

Sunshine Beach Resort
3.0 star property
Miami
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Great location good price"
Australia
Steven
The price is £98
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
Sunshine Beach Resort
A hotel room with two beds, a wardrobe, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a ceiling fan.

12. Browns Broadbeach

Browns Broadbeach
3.5 star property
Mermaid Beach
6.2 out of 10, (118 reviews)
"Amazing value, bed could've been more comfortable. Next to a train/bus station. Great staff, location, value, will consider when at Gold Coast again."
Australia
George
The price is £76
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
Browns Broadbeach
A beach with a pink sand shore and waves in the background.

13. Red Star Hotels Palm Beach

Red Star Hotels Palm Beach
3.0 star property
Palm Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (482 reviews)
"Good location and good place to stay for the price."
Australia
Britney
The price is £84
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Red Star Hotels Palm Beach
A lifeguard tower, a palm tree, and a lifeguard vehicle on a beach.

14. La Costa Motel

La Costa Motel
4.0 star property
Bilinga
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (901 reviews)
"Really boutique hotel vibe - a unique stay"
Australia
Sara
The price is £98
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
La Costa Motel
A modern living room with a sofa, two chairs, a coffee table, a ceiling fan, and a door.

15. The Shores Miami

The Shores Miami
3.0 star property
Miami
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (51 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
Australia
Blake
The price is £144
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
The Shores Miami
A circular hot tub with steps leading up to a seating area with two lounge chairs.

16. The Cheshire Cat Motel

The Cheshire Cat Motel
2.5 star property
Palm Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (22 reviews)
"Great location and funky rooms. Simple but everything you need. "
Australia
Marissa
The price is £143
includes taxes & fees
23 Sept - 24 Sept
The Cheshire Cat Motel
An aerial view of a swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by lounge chairs and a wooden deck.

17. The Mysa Motel

The Mysa Motel
2.0 star property
Palm Beach
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (5 reviews)
"Fantastic overall will be returning again "
Australia
Chris
The price is £138
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
The Mysa Motel
A stone staircase surrounded by lush greenery, leading to a wooden structure with red accents.

18. Tall Trees Motel

Tall Trees Motel
3.0 star property
North Tamborine
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (204 reviews)
"Wish I knew about this accommodation sooner! Highly recommend and will be my first option next time I'm in the area. Thank you for a very easy check-in/out."
Australia
Vhon Oliver
The price is £73
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Tall Trees Motel
A bedroom with a large window, a bed with white linens, and a view of the beach.

19. Gold Coast Airport Motel

Gold Coast Airport Motel
3.0 star property
Bilinga
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (554 reviews)
"Walking distance to airport. Functional rooms for overnight stay."
Australia
Sheryl
The price is £98
includes taxes & fees
23 Sept - 24 Sept
Gold Coast Airport Motel
A dining area with a brick wall, a framed floral artwork, a hanging plant, and a small table with chairs.

20. Kennedy Drive Boutique Motel & Nursery | Close To City Centre & Gold Coast Airport - 24 Hour Self Check-In

Kennedy Drive Boutique Motel & Nursery | Close To City Centre & Gold Coast Airport - 24 Hour Self Check-In
4.5 star property
Tweed Heads West
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (800 reviews)
"Great location Staff very helpful Nice rooms "
Australia
Sovea
The price is £82
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
Kennedy Drive Boutique Motel & Nursery | Close To City Centre & Gold Coast Airport - 24 Hour Self Check-In
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.
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Gold Coast Central Motels information

Number of reviews
4,956
Accommodation
41 Motels
Lowest Price
£66
Highest Price
£144

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Gold Coast Central?
By saving on your room price, you can enjoy all that Gold Coast Central has to offer. Popular places to visit in the larger area include Surfers Paradise Beach, Warner Bros. Movie World and Kirra Beach.
What is a motel?
Motels often include free parking, and many also include an outdoor pool. Often just a storey or two, motels usually have exterior corridors overlooking the car park or an outdoor pool. Starting in the early 1950s, eye-catching neon signs enticed road-weary travellers, and you can see these today along the historic US Route 66.
What are the best motels in Gold Coast Central?
These are some of our customers' top motels to book in the larger area. Southport Motel & Apartments is located 0.8 km from the heart of Gold Coast Central. Enjoy access to the laundry facilities, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Tweed Central Motel: Free WiFi, free parking and laundry facilities are available during your stay. Central Gold Coast Central is 16.3 mi (26.2 km) away. Montego Mermaid Beach Motel: Enjoy access to the laundry facilities, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Located 5.8 mi (9.3 km) from the heart of Gold Coast Central. Red Star Hotels Palm Beach: Central Gold Coast Central is 11.7 mi (18.8 km) away. Free WiFi, free parking and an outdoor pool are available during your stay. Tropicana Motel: 5 mi (8 km) from the heart of Gold Coast Central. Enjoy access to the free Wi-Fi and snack bar/deli, as well as room amenities such as a microwave.
What things can I to do in Gold Coast Central?
Favourite places in and around Gold Coast Central include Surfers Paradise Beach, Warner Bros. Movie World and Kirra Beach. Some outdoorsy places nearby include Broadwater Parklands, Budds Beach and Broadbeach Beach. You'll find these family-friendly sights in the area: Gold Coast Aquatic Centre, Infinity Attraction and Pizzey Park Sporting Complex. While you're exploring the area, consider visiting Australia Fair Shopping Centre, St. Peter's Anglican Church and Marina Mirage Shopping Centre.
What's the weather like in Gold Coast Central?
Weather can make or break a road trip, so we've gathered some data about year-round temperatures in Gold Coast Central to help you plan yours. The hottest months are usually January and February, with an average temperature of 24°C, while the coldest months are July and August, with an average of 17°C. Average annual precipitation for Gold Coast Central is 1055 mm.
What are my options for getting around Gold Coast Central while staying in a motel?
We've gathered some information about getting around Gold Coast Central to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Gold Coast, QLD (OOL-Coolangatta), which is located 15 mi (24.1 km) from the heart of the city. If you'd like to explore around the area, you may want to rent a car for your trip.

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