Hotel
The Langham, Gold Coast
Five-star beachfront hotel on Old Burleigh Road in Surfers Paradise, with 169 rooms, the Cantonese restaurant T'ang Court, Chuan Spa and several bars.
The Island Gold Coast
Renovated 78-room boutique hotel in central Surfers Paradise, styled on a Queensland seaside village, with Goldie's restaurant, a pool deck and The Island Rooftop bar.
At a glance
- Type
- Boutique hotel
- Area
- Surfers Paradise, Gold Coast, Australia
- Price
- $$$ · Upscale
- Official site
- theislandgoldcoast.com.au
Good to know
- Rooftop bar
- Restaurant
- Pool deck
- Renovated rooms
Why we recommend it
The Island Gold Coast is a boutique hotel on Surfers Paradise Boulevard, in the middle of Surfers Paradise and next to the beach. It has been renovated and restored from top to bottom, and the result is one of the more characterful places to stay in a district better known for high-rise apartments. With 78 rooms and suites, it is small enough to feel personal while still having its own restaurant, pool deck and one of the area's best-known rooftop bars.
The design takes its cue from a Queensland seaside village. Hardwood timber, native plants and open facades are used throughout to bring the outdoors in, which gives the hotel a relaxed, coastal feel rather than a corporate one. Rooms look out either over the towers of central Surfers Paradise or west towards the Gold Coast hinterland, so it is worth checking the outlook of your room category when you book.
Food and drink are well covered without leaving the building. Goldie's is the hotel's restaurant, serving both indoor and alfresco dining, while The Island Pool Deck is a relaxed spot for an outdoor meal or a drink in the sun. The Island Rooftop, the hotel's rooftop bar, is known for its classic cocktails, and it is a natural place to start an evening before heading out into Surfers Paradise.
The hotel suits couples, groups of friends and travellers who want a stylish, walkable base in Surfers Paradise rather than a self-contained resort. Its location puts the beach, Cavill Avenue's shops and restaurants and the SkyPoint observation deck on Q1 within easy reach on foot. Light sleepers should bear in mind that the hotel sits in the busiest part of Surfers Paradise, close to the Cavill Avenue nightlife precinct, and choose their room accordingly.
Bookings can be made through the official website, by phone or by email, using the contact details published there. For getting around, the G:link light rail runs through Surfers Paradise, making it simple to reach Broadbeach for dinner or Southport, where you can change to the 705 bus for Sea World, and the beach is a short walk away for an early swim.
The Island Gold Coast FAQs
Where is The Island Gold Coast?
At 3128 Surfers Paradise Boulevard, in the centre of Surfers Paradise next to the beach.
How many rooms does it have?
78 renovated boutique rooms and suites.
What is the design style?
It is inspired by a Queensland seaside village, with hardwood timber, native plants and open facades.
Is there a restaurant?
Yes. Goldie's serves indoor and alfresco dining.
Does the hotel have a rooftop bar?
Yes. The Island Rooftop is known for its classic cocktails.
What views do rooms have?
Rooms overlook either central Surfers Paradise or the Gold Coast hinterland.
How can you contact the hotel?
Phone +61 7 5538 8000 or email [email protected].