Yatala Travel Guide
Gold Coast
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
Moreton Island Day Trip (Kayak, Snorkel & Sandboard) frm Brisbane or Gold Coast
Full-Day Moreton Island 4x4 Sightseeing Tour
Snorkeling with Turtles – Cook Island Marine Reserve
Springbrook andTamborine Rainforest Tour Incl Natural Bridge and Glow Worm Cave
Top hotels in Yatala
RACV Royal Pines Resort Gold Coast
The room is not in great condition, not look like a 5 star
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Imperial Hotel Gold Coast
Was wash clean an parking was easy
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Sea World Resort
My family loved the offer of accommodation and park tickets
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort, Gold Coast
Amazing resort,close to the beach,great pool and swim up bar. All staff are super friendly,happy and courteous! Special shout out to Marie for helping us with an issue with our room and for her generosity!! The rooms are probably a bit dated, but we did not spend too much time in our room anyway. ...
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
Meriton Suites Southport, Gold Coast
If you’re staying in Gold Coast this is a great place to stay easy travel around to surfers tram right by, Nice bars and Woolies below, Staff so friendly, Good if you forget anything they help out Pool and spa and sauna so good Best views really had an amazing experience and worth every dollar. Definitely ...
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Sunnybank Star Hotel & Apartments
The air conditioning was icy cold which was fantastic, the room was spotless and very clean, shower had great water pressure, we felt very safe and it was very quiet. Plenty of car parks, check in was quick and easy. The lady who checked us in was so lovely! The bed was very comfortable, and unfortunately ...
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Yatala
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.
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.
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.
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.
