Sanctuary Cove Travel Guide
Gold Coast

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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.

The Star Gold Coast
Why not try your luck with a visit to The Star Gold Coast during your visit to Gold Coast? Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.

Kirra Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Kirra Beach during your travels in Gold Coast? Stroll along the seaside in this family-friendly area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

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.

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.
Things to do

Paradise Country: Ultimate Aussie Farm Experience

Gold Coast Buffet Lunch Sightseeing Cruise

Aerial Yoga Float, Stretch and Relax on the Gold Coast

Parasailing on the Gold Coast, Fly solo, Tandem or Triple

Hot Air Balloon Flight Brisbane with Vineyard Breakfast
Top hotels in Sanctuary Cove

InterContinental Sanctuary Cove Resort by IHG
Amazing breakfast variety. Fast room service. Extra touches in room were lovely surprises - chocolates, chips, and juices etc. All staff were really friendly. Only 2 slight negatives (neither a huge deal) was coffee not being great and finding a few hairs in the shower.
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026

Novotel Surfers Paradise
Very dated
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026

Voco Gold Coast
Great hotel with great breakfast buffet, so much choice. Location was perfect 10 mins walk to beach and tram stop opposite hotel. 2 small pools either side of hotel so always having sunshine! Only issue was our toilet didnt flush properly, mentioned it to reception who sent a plumber out straight ...
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026

Dorsett Gold Coast
Excellent hotel, I especially want to give a
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026

QT Gold Coast
Awesome rooms, great location and top amenities . The staff are what makes QT memorable. Helpful, kind, fun and caring. Thanks for a great stay.
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026

Hilton Surfers Paradise Hotel & Residences
Friendly staff and good breakfast, but the hotel is pretty worn down. We were intially given a room which was very dirty with dirty windows, crumbs on the floor, rusty extra bed, dusty fridge door and very dirty coffee table. After complaining to the reception, the gentleman rebooked us to another ...
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
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 Marina and Sanctuary Cove Golf and Country Club 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.

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 Cooke Murphy Oval or Harley Park.

Southport
Beaches, spas and theme parks are some highlights of Southport. Make a stop by Gold Coast Aquatic Centre or Australia Fair Shopping Centre while you're exploring.

Main Beach
Main Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Marina Mirage Shopping Centre and Tedder Avenue, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Gold Coast.

Surfers Paradise
Home of the Arts and Budds Beach are a few top attractions in Surfers Paradise. Hop around the city on the metro at Cypress Avenue Station or Florida Gardens station and check out the area's stunning beaches, luxurious spas and popular shops.

