Sanctuary Cove Travel Guide
Gold Coast
Visit Sanctuary Cove
Popular places to visit
Warner Bros. Movie World
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.
Dreamworld
Australia’s biggest amusement park features exciting themed areas with everything from tigers and thrilling rides to vintage V8 super cars and TV characters.
Cavill Avenue
Bustling nightlife, great shopping and a legendary surfing beach make this avenue the exciting centre of Surfer’s Paradise on the Gold Coast.
Sea World
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?
Surfers Paradise Beach
This stretch of beach is known for its regular sets of rolling waves, with high-rise hotels and bustling nightlife along the sandy shore.
Wet'n'Wild Gold Coast
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.
Things to do
Gold Coast Kayaking & Snorkelling Tour (2.5 Hours)
Tamborine Rainforest Skywalk + Hop on Hop off Bus
Byron Bay Day Tour Include The Farm With Chinese Speaking Guide
Daytime Scenic Rim Glow Worm Tour + Hop on Hop off Bus
Top hotels in Sanctuary Cove
InterContinental Sanctuary Cove Resort by IHG
Very nice
Reviewed on 8 Oct 2025
The Star Grand at The Star Gold Coast
Clean room, great amenities. Just a one night stay for us but very pleased with the accomodation.
Reviewed on 6 Nov 2025
Novotel Surfers Paradise
Good location to walk to everything in Surfers. Very close to grocery store for snacks! Lots to do and see on foot all around. .
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
The Langham, Gold Coast and Jewel Residences
Everything was suited for a quiet getaway
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
Mantra Legends Hotel
The room was lovely and was clean. Wasn’t expecting a security deposit on the day, and I’m still waiting for the deposit back 5 days later.
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025
Dorsett Gold Coast
Spacious new rooms, comfy bed and excellent service. Would happily stay again!
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Sanctuary Cove
Hope Island
Hope Island is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Sanctuary Cove Golf and Country Club and Sanctuary Cove Marina while you're in town.
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.
Runaway Bay
Visitors to Runaway Bay enjoy its shopping, and if you want to do some exploring, Pine Ridge Conservation Park is worth a stop.
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 Cooke Murphy Oval.
Southport
Beaches, spas and theme parks are some highlights of Southport. Make a stop by Australia Fair Shopping Centre or Gold Coast Aquatic Centre while you're exploring.
Main Beach
Main Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Tedder Avenue and Marina Mirage Shopping Centre, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Gold Coast.
