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.
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.
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.
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.
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?
Coolangatta Beach
This city at the southern tip of the Gold Coast has some of the most pristine beaches, and clear water for swimming, fishing and diving.
Things to do
3 Day Ticket Dreamworld, WhiteWater World & SkyPoint
Tamborine Rainforest Skywalk + Hop on Hop off Bus
Hop on Hop off Wine tasting tour to Tamborine Mountain
Paradise Country: Ultimate Aussie Farm Experience
Top hotels in Sanctuary Cove
InterContinental Sanctuary Cove Resort by IHG
Awesome friendly staff. Great food. Incredible pool.
Reviewed on 26 Dec 2025
The Star Grand at The Star Gold Coast
Clean room, facilities lovely
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025
Novotel Surfers Paradise
Loved our stay!
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025
voco Gold Coast by IHG
Staff are great and clean property
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025
The Langham, Gold Coast and Jewel Residences
One of the most beautiful ocean view apartments I have ever stayed in. The uninterrupted ocean view followed by the impromptu fireworks in the evening was simply amazing.
Reviewed on 25 Dec 2025
RACV Royal Pines Resort Gold Coast
Room was tidy and spacious with amazing view. Staff couldn't be more helpful. Location is perfect, away from the craziness and but close by in case you miss it
Reviewed on 30 Dec 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.
Gaven
While Gaven isn't home to many top sights, Coombabah Lakes Conservation Area and Warner Bros. Movie World are some notable places to visit nearby.
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.
