PARADISE ISLAND RESORT
Location
Quiet, Central Location
Ideally situated on the tranquil Nerang River, our family resort in Surfers Paradise offers an island escape close to all the excitement and fun of the Gold Coast
The resort is located close to the international restaurants, cafes, clubs and boutiques of central Surfers Paradise and the golden sands of one of the region’s most famous beaches are just a few moments stroll away. Movie World, Sea World, Dream World and other world class theme parks and family attractions are within easy reach by car, shuttle, bus or public transport.
Directions & Getting Around
We are around 30 mins (by car) from Gold Coast Airport or about 1 hour from Brisbane Airport.
The resort is located in the heart of Surfers Paradise, 25km from Coolangatta Airport and 90km from Brisbane.
From Brisbane Airport, follow the sign to Surfers Paradise. In Surfers Paradise turn right at the Watermark Hotel onto Paradise Island.
If travelling north from Coolangatta Airport, follow the Gold Coast highway past Broadbeach to Surfers Paradise and turn left at Paradise Island (Opposite of Watermark Hotel)
Here are some of the most popular local attractions, and their distance from Paradise Island Resort:
- Patrolled swimming beach: 5 min walk
- Newsagent & bottle shop: 5 min walk
- Supermarket: 10 min walk
- Doctor & chemist : 15 min walk
- Cavill Ave & fast food restaurants: 10 min walk
- Surfers Paradise nightclubs: 10 min walk
- The Star Casino: 10 min drive / 20 mins public transport
- Sea World: 12 min drive / 30 mins public transport
- Dreamworld / Movie World / Wet’n’Wild: 25 mins drive
- Australia Fair / Pacific Fair: 15 mins drive
- Harbourtown Outlet Shopping: 20 mins drive
Note: Travel times listed are estimates only and may vary due to traffic conditions. Always allow plenty of time.
Paradise Island Resort
1 Paradise Island,
Surfers Paradise QLD 4217
Surfers Paradise Beach
The iconic Surfers Paradise beachfront is just a short stroll from Paradise Island Resort.
Australia’s famous Surfers Paradise beachfront is just a short walk from Paradise Island Resort. This magnificent stretch of golden sands and picture-perfect surf is ideal for swimming, surfing, strolling or sun-baking and is patrolled by lifeguards year round – always remember to swim between the flags.
Don’t forget to grab a holiday snap in front of the Surfers Paradise sign, located just a short stroll south at the beach end of Cavill Avenue.
Cavill Avenue
At the heart of Surfers Paradise, the popular Cavill Mall is an exciting hub of shopping, dining and nightlife.
Stretching from the iconic Surfers Paradise beachfront sign through to Ferny Avenue, Cavill Avenue and Cavill Mall features an enticing array of dining, shopping and entertainment options with something for everyone.
Choose from a large selection of alfresco dining or fast food outlets, visit Paradise Centre with over 75 specialty stores plus unbeatable family fun such as Timezone, mini-golf, bowling, laser tag, bumper cars and a huge selection of arcade games.
Surfers Beachfront Markets
The foreshore comes alive with exciting market stalls every Wednesday, Friday and Saturday from 4-9pm.
No visit to Surfers Paradise would be complete without a stroll through the Surfers Paradise beachfront markets, which you’ll find stretched along The Esplanade right outside our doorstep 3 nights per week.
Featuring artisan and iconic Australian goods, fresh produce, handmade treasures and more, these markets have been an iconic shopping and cultural experience since 1995.