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Aparthotel

Aruba Sands Resort

4.0 star property
Aparthotel with free parking, 5-minute walk to The Star Gold Coast

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Exterior
Front of property
Superior Unit with Balcony | Living area | Flat-screen TV, DVD player
Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Located near The Star Gold Coast, Aruba Sands Resort offers a serene oasis with a spa tub, library, and garden. Relax by the outdoor pool with sun loungers or enjoy some quiet time in the gym; take advantage of dry cleaning/laundry services and explore nearby attractions with tour/ticket assistance.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Hot tub
  • Room service
  • Gym
  • Pool
  • Laundry

Room options

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Superior Unit with Balcony | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi

Superior Unit with Balcony

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
  • 56 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi

Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Washing machine
Sofa bed
  • 5 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Studio with Balcony | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi

Studio with Balcony

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Apartment, 1 Queen Bed | Living area | Flat-screen TV, DVD player

Standard Apartment, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Washing machine
Separate bedroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Apartment | Living area | Flat-screen TV, DVD player

Superior Apartment

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
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About the area

Map
11-17 Philip Avenue, Broadbeach, QLD, 4218

What's nearby

  • The Oasis - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Pacific Fair Shopping Centre - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • The Star Gold Coast - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Broadbeach Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Broadbeach South Light Rail Station - 8 min walk
  • Varsity Lakes Station - 17 min drive
  • Gold Coast, QLD (OOL-Coolangatta) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Broadbeach - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Kurrawa Surf Club - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Bistro On3 - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪No Name Lane Espresso - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Hideaway Kitchen & Bar - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Aruba Sands Resort

Aparthotel with free parking, 5-minute walk to The Star Gold Coast
Along with an outdoor pool, this smoke-free aparthotel has a fitness centre and Access to hot tub. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, dry cleaning, laundry facilities and a library are on-site. Each apartment provides a microwave and a coffee/tea maker, plus free WiFi and a flat-screen TV with cable channels. Added amenities include a balcony, a DVD player and room service.
Aruba Sands Resort offers 20 air-conditioned accommodations with DVD players and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include a shower and hairdryers. This Gold Coast aparthotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

An outdoor pool and Access to hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a fitness centre.

Children aged under 14 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool, fitness facility or hot tub without adult supervision.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • White sand beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool loungers

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Room service

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 private bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels
  • Library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony/patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Laundry facilities

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No lift
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Luggage storage
  • Phone
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Golf lessons nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 20 units
  • Garden
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

Check in from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM and 9:00 AM to noon
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Friday (8:30 AM - 5:00 PM) and Saturday - Sunday (9:00 AM - noon)
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Check out time is 10am.
If you depart early and the office is closed, please leave the unit keycards in the letter box (bottom right corner) labelled "Body Corporate" in the front entrance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk, lockbox

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is professionally cleaned

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Construction is underway at a neighbouring building and there may be noise disturbance from the construction work
Parking height restrictions apply
Children under 14 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool, fitness facility or hot tub without adult supervision

Property is also known as

Aruba Sands Resort Broadbeach
Aruba Sands Resort
Aruba Sands Broadbeach
Aruba Sands
Aruba Sands Resort Broadbeach, Gold Coast
Aruba Sands Resort Aparthotel
Aruba Sands Resort Broadbeach
Aruba Sands Resort Aparthotel Broadbeach

Frequently asked questions

Does Aruba Sands Resort have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Aruba Sands Resort pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Aruba Sands Resort?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Aruba Sands Resort?

Check-in is from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM, and from 9:00 AM to noon.

What time is check-out at Aruba Sands Resort?

Checkout is at 10 AM. Late checkout is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Does Aruba Sands Resort provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Where is Aruba Sands Resort located?

Located in Broadbeach, this aparthotel is within a 10-minute walk of The Star Gold Coast and Pacific Fair Shopping Centre. Cavill Avenue and Surfers Paradise Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km). Broadbeach South Light Rail Station is 8 minutes by foot and Florida Gardens station is 24 minutes.

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Reviews

Aruba Sands Resort Reviews

8.2

Very good

8.0

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

8.8

Staff & service

7.4

Eco-friendliness

7.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 121 out of 295 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 114 out of 295 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 35 out of 295 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 295 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 295 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Teagan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Place was great. Awesome location for the price. Kitchen was full of the basics you need. Would stay again
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shirley

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is very clean, very convenient. Manager is an excellent communicator. Just need to be aware there is no lift and organise your luggage accordingly
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philippe

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good
Stayed 16 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

CHRISTOPHER

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Good value for money
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mirjana

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Fantastic location, close to everything, early check in, thank you Kellie.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Liz

Liked: Cleanliness, communication
Rooms basic but very clean, great location
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Great stay. Apartment was clean, tidy and functional.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

William

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Good play to stay

Great lication in Broardbeach
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This property's location is so close to the beach, shopping and cafe district. Everything I needed was within walking distance.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

My stay.

The unit was very clean and comfortable. However I noticed a hole in the ceiling where a fire alarm once was and also a spit in the fabric on the lounge. The grounds were well kept as was the pool area. Check in and check out was quick and easy.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

4/10 Poor

Jessica

Disliked: Cleanliness
Was very disappointed with the unit. The unit was not clean by any means. The bath room had a bad offensive smell about it also kitchen sink not clean stove dirty and glasses and cup needed to be washed before they could be use.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fern

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great location and easy parking. Staff are friendly and helpful. Would definitely recommend at stay here and we will book here sgain
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Parking available underneath building. Helpful to have washing machine and dryer. Clean apartment with good facilities but a bit dated. Helpful communication pre arrival. Close to beach, two malls and dining option
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
It's was Easy parking and so clean
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sumiko

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's very convenient and close to the beach.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

MELANIE

Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Great location average lodgings

Best thing about this property is the location. It’s very rundown. Shower is shocking goes from cold to boiling hot every couple of mins. Not that clean lots of dust on skirting boards and lots on ornament on table. Just ok, I have frequented Aruba properties on the Gold Coast and this one is by far the worst.
Stayed 16 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

samuel rankin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Could do with on-site laundry and towels changed more frequently
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Diane

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very strong smell of bleach on arrival. Lights out, and the unit was crawling with cockroaches and tiny bugs. Excessive pest spray was required to control same. Crockery and cutlery needed a good scrub as did cooking facilities. Unit needs to be totally refurbished. Very disappointing indeed.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great location lovely renovated appartment ..no expense spared
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Annette

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Liked the security. Disliked the stairs.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

David

Liked: Communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Not impressed for the cost

If you want convenience to Broadbeach this is it. If you expect value for money for $250+ per night, cleanliness, comfort and privacy, then I suggest you look elsewhere. Many aspects of the room were not clean. The furniture was cheap and uncomfortable. The double bed was on rollers and would shift around on the smooth floor whenever you got in or out of bed. The sofa/couch was rock hard. Generally all the furniture was of poor quality. The room faced the street with a coffee shop opposite to our room. The curtains had to be drawn or patrons in the coffee shop and opposing car-park could view the bedroom and living area. The curtains had to be drawn with the lights on at anytime of the day for privacy. (Block out blinds or even wire screens on the windows would be of benefit!). I expected a basic, but comfortable room at a minimum. The staircase also smelt strongly of cigarette smoke.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Close to Convention Centre
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Harley

Liked: Communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Quite possibly the filthiest place I have ever stayed at. Old dishes were left in the dishwasher which had become mouldy. We only realised this on the last day but it explained the stench. Old dirty cutlery and rubbish had been left in cupboards. There was faeces smeared on the wall above the toilet. We advised the guy at the front desk of some of the cleanliness issues on the Saturday morning and he said it would be cleaned again that day but it never happened. It does not get worse than this. I wrote to management seeking a response but never got one so will leave this review for the public as a warning to stay away from this place. I expect a response from Management denying everything as they have with other negative reviews. STAY AWAY.

4/10 Poor

Sally

Liked: Communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The toilet holder was broken off the wall and the charging switch in bathroom was unsafe. Cutlery wasn’t clean either.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Mike

Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, communication
Broken fixtures, no cleaning of the room, even though they texts us a time. Place needs painting.
Stayed 11 nights in Nov 2024