The best family resorts on the Gold Coast
Whether you’re travelling from another part of Queensland or from interstate, or a Gold Coast local planning a family staycation, when it comes to family resorts, you’re totally in luck.
‘The Goldie’ as it’s lovingly known, offers a number of incredibly fun, facility packed, family friendly resorts on the Gold Coast ready to show you an amazing time.
You might be wondering…
Which is the best family resort on the Gold Coast?
Which family resort has rooms with great views?
Which Gold Coast family resorts have a day spa and gym?
We’ll answer these questions and more, in this article!
1. Paradise Resort – Surfers Paradise
Located a few minutes walk from the heart of Surfers Paradise just a short stroll to the beach, Paradise Resort is a self-proclaimed ‘Heaven for kids… Paradise for parents’.
The resort caters for families with babies through to teens and boasts an incredible array of facilities including an ice-skating rink, waterpark, games room, indoor jungle gym and kids club. There’s also a burger bar, pizza shack, poolside cafe, restaurant and a mini-mart for all your essentials.
Choose from a range of rooms and suites including family spa suites, family rooms, themed bunkhouses and resort rooms.
Paradise Resort has been voted Australia’s best family resort in the Holidays with Kids Best Resorts Awards for the last 10 years which suggests this is certainly the top of the class. If you’re searching for the best family resort on the Gold Coast, this is probably it!
Check out Gold Coast street art while you’re in town!
Visit: https://paradiseresort.com.au/
2. Seaworld Resort – Main Beach
Situated right next door to Seaworld, the Seaworld Resort offers a combination of theme park adventures and resort fun.
With a kids club, 50-meter lagoon pool and waterfall, heated spa and splash park with a nightly LED light show plus all the theme park offerings a short walk away, there’s more than enough to keep the whole family busy.
Room types vary from studio and double rooms, to premium rooms and suites. Dining options are aplenty with 6 restaurants to choose from and 3 bars. If you want to enjoy a holiday with everything you need quite literally at your doorstep, Seaworld Resort could be a great choice.
Visit: https://seaworld.com.au/resort
3. Turtle Beach Resort – Mermaid Beach
A little further south is the Turtle Beach Resort, just 5 minutes walk from the ocean in centrally located Mermaid Beach.
Situated amongst tropical gardens and packed with things to do, this holiday resort offers a tennis court, putt-putt mini-golf course, splash zone water park, lagoon pools, heated spas, playground, arcade games room and a variety of kids club activities.
Parents and carers are not forgotten with a sauna, day spa, fitness room and adults-only pool. Accommodation consists of 1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartments, with an on site restaurant and bar, plus a convenience store. With the shopping mecca Pacific Fair just 5 minutes drive away, Turtle Beach Resort would be pick of the bunch for families wanting to include shopping in their adventures.
Visit: https://www.turtlebeach.com.au/
4. NRMA Treasure Island Holiday Resort – Biggera Waters
If you want to stay closer to the theme parks, NRMA’s Treasure Island is the Gold Coast family resort for you.
Located in Biggera Waters (about 15 minutes drive north of Surfers Paradise) this resort also functions as a caravan park and offers cabins, villas, glamping tents and sites for families travelling with their own caravan or tent.
Featuring a mini golf course, waterpark, pools, spas, playgrounds, jumping pillow, kids club and a multisport centre, there’s plenty to keep your tribe busy and entertained. There’s also a bistro and kiosk on site.
Visit: https://www.nrmaparksandresorts.com.au/treasure-island/
5. RACV Royal Pines Resort – Benowa
Well known as a conference, event centre and world-class golf course, RACV Royal Pines is also a family-friendly resort and kids birthday party venue.
Kids can enjoy the lagoon-style pool, waterpark, playground, tennis courts and kid-friendly dining options while there is a day spa, fitness centre, fine dining, bars and high tea options for the adults.
Accommodation consists of a range of rooms and suites, some with a spa, others with spectacular views of the Gold Coast hinterland, as well as dedicated family-friendly accommodation options.
Royal Pines is perfectly located for families planning on a visit to Metricon Stadium.
6. Tallebudgera Creek Tourist Park – Palm Beach
Oops we have to add another one to the list! If laid back Burleigh is more your vibe, the Tallebudgera Tourist Park is located a few minutes drive south, right on beautiful Tallebudgera Creek.
While it’s a holiday park and not technically a Gold Coast resort, this is a wonderful place for families to stay. There’s a range of cabins, some directly on the waterfront, plus budget family rooms and sites for a caravan or tent.
You can enjoy natural surroundings and a netted swimming area on the creek in addition to resort-style facilities like a tennis court, swimming pool, waterslides and playground.
While there’s no restaurant onsite, the park kiosk sells basic items and the Tallebudgera Creek Surf Life Saving Club is just across the road. Or you can venture to the many dining options in Burleigh.
Visit: https://goldcoasttouristparks.com.au/park/tallebudgera-creek-tourist-park/
Your questions about Gold Coast family resorts answered…
Q. Which is the best family resort on the Gold Coast?
A. Paradise Resort has been voted the number 1 family resort in Australia in the Holidays with Kids Best Resorts Awards for 10 years running. This suggests Paradise Resort is likely to be considered the best family resort on the Gold Coast.
Q. Which family resort has rooms with great views?
A. RACV Royal Pines resort has a 21 storey hotel which offers mountain view rooms with sweeping views of the Gold Coast hinterland. Tallebudgera Tourist Park offers waterfront views of Tallebudgera Creek.
Q. Which family resorts on the Gold Coast have a day spa?
A. The resorts on our family-friendly list that have a day spa are Turtle Beach Resort and RACV Royal Pines Resort.
Q. Which Gold Coast family resorts have a gym?
A. The family-friendly Gold Coast resorts with a fitness centre or gym are Paradise Resort, RACV Royal Pines Resort, Turtle Beach Resort and Seaworld Resort.
We hope this article has helped you find a family-friendly resort perfect for your needs. Enjoy your adventures!