Northern Australia Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Photo provided by Tourism and Events Queensland
Photo provided by Tourism and Events Queensland
Photo provided by Tourism and Events Queensland
Photo provided by Tourism and Events Queensland
Photo provided by Tourism and Events Queensland

Where to stay in Northern Australia

Surfers Paradise showing a city, a sunset and a sandy beach

Surfers Paradise

Cavill Avenue and Home of the Arts 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.

Surfers Paradise
Broadbeach which includes a sandy beach, a high-rise building and skyline

Broadbeach

The stunning beaches, first-class casinos and popular shops are notable features of Broadbeach. Make a stop by The Star Gold Coast or The Oasis while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Broadbeach South Light Rail Station to get around town.

Broadbeach
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Brisbane Central Business District

4.5/5(124 area reviews)

Are you interested in beautiful gardens, stunning river views and popular shops? A visit to Brisbane Central Business District might be the perfect thing. You can also explore top sights like ANZAC Square War Memorial and Anzac Square.

Brisbane Central Business District
Noosa Heads featuring tropical scenes and a beach

Noosa Heads

A noteworthy feature of Noosa Heads is its stunning beaches. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Hastings Street and Noosa National Park.

Noosa Heads
Mooloolaba showing landscape views, views and a beach

Mooloolaba

A noteworthy feature of Mooloolaba is its stunning beaches. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out The Wharf Mooloolaba and Mooloolaba Esplanade.

Mooloolaba
Kawana Beach showing a beach and landscape views

Caloundra

Caloundra is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Caloundra Events Center and Bulcock Beach, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Sunshine Coast.

Caloundra
The Star Grand at The Star Gold Coast

The Star Grand at The Star Gold Coast

5 out of 5
8 Casino Drive, Broadbeach, QLD
The price is Rp2.284.864 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
Rp2.284.864
Rp2.513.350 total
9 Nov - 10 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 8 restaurants and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,046 reviews)
One thing would be to make the elevators abit more easier to understand. Car park elevators/room elevators

Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025

The Star Grand at The Star Gold Coast
Cairns Colonial Club Resort

Cairns Colonial Club Resort

4 out of 5
18-26 Cannon Street, Manunda, QLD
The price is Rp1.079.921 per night from 2 Dec to 3 Dec
Rp1.079.921
Rp1.187.934 total
2 Dec - 3 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,038 reviews)
Many Cockroaches in rooms, inevitable but a spray could be due

Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025

Cairns Colonial Club Resort
Novotel Surfers Paradise

Novotel Surfers Paradise

4.5 out of 5
Cnr Surfers Paradise Blvd and Hanlan St, Surfers Paradise, QLD
The price is Rp1.841.759 per night from 20 Nov to 21 Nov
Rp1.841.759
Rp2.025.935 total
20 Nov - 21 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,324 reviews)
Location, staff, facilities all great

Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025

Novotel Surfers Paradise
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Meriton Suites Surfers Paradise

Meriton Suites Surfers Paradise

5 out of 5
86 The Esplanade, Surfers Paradise, QLD
Stay at this 5-star luxury aparthotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (965 reviews)
Great location . Good facility. Great service

Reviewed on 30 Oct 2025

Meriton Suites Surfers Paradise
Meriton Suites Broadbeach, Gold Coast

Meriton Suites Broadbeach, Gold Coast

5 out of 5
2669 Gold Coast Highway, Broadbeach, QLD
Stay at this 5-star luxury aparthotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (4,407 reviews)
Staff are always amazing. Rooms are clean and tidy. Great location. Stay here a few times a year. Wouldnt stay anywhere else.

Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025

Meriton Suites Broadbeach, Gold Coast
Brisbane Skytower by CLLIX

Brisbane Skytower by CLLIX

4 out of 5
222 Margaret Street, Brisbane, QLD
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Brisbane. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (2,116 reviews)
Very comfortable apartment with all the necessities at a great price peacefull place to get away from it all

Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025

Brisbane Skytower by CLLIX
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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