Dorchester On The Beach – Family Hotel in Gold Coast | From 331$/Night

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About the Hotel

3 Garfield Terrace, Surfers Paradise, Gold Coast, Australia

“Being right on the beach made my stay absolutely lovely!”view full review

Beachfront Apartments

Dorchester On The Beach offers 3-bedroom apartments with ocean views, rated 4 to 4.5 stars by Star Ratings Australia. Each apartment includes a well-equipped kitchen, laundry facilities, and free Wi-Fi. The penthouse spans 349 sqm over three levels, featuring a rooftop terrace with 360-degree views, a wet bar, and three en-suite bathrooms. Standard apartments have two bathrooms and accommodate up to seven guests. All units face east, providing unobstructed views of Surfers Paradise Beach.

Private Beach Access

The resort sits directly on Surfers Paradise Beach, with no roads to cross. Guests walk straight onto the sand from the property. A heated pool, outdoor BBQ area, and sun lounges are available on-site. The Northcliffe Surf Club patrolled beach is nearby for safe swimming.

Nearby Attractions

The hotel is 950 meters south of Surfers Paradise's Cavill Mall and 1.5 km north of Broadbeach. Pacific Fair Shopping Centre, with over 300 stores, is a 10-minute drive. Theme parks like SeaWorld (15 minutes) and Dreamworld (30 minutes) are easily accessible. The Gold Coast Airport is 20.6 km away.

Dining & Activities

Broadbeach's dining precinct offers modern restaurants, including Bisou Bakery for sourdough bread and vanilla slice. Guests can explore national parks, golf courses, or events like the Broadbeach Blues Festival. The Home of the Arts hosts live music, theater, and cinema.

Family-Friendly Services

On-site managers assist with tours, grocery deliveries, and babysitting. Secure parking is available for one car (max height 1.9m). Foxtel kids' channels, board games, and boogie boards are provided. The property enforces a quiet policy after 10 PM for guest comfort.

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Choose from a variety of room types

Choose from a wide variety of rooms designed for families, including double rooms, family suites, and rooms with breakfast included

Three-Bedroom Apartment Ocean View 4 Stars A

2 persons

150 m²

2 Single beds

Shower

Heating

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Three-Bedroom Apartment Ocean View 45 Stars

2 persons

150 m²

2 Single beds or 1 Queen-size bed

Shower

Heating

room details

Penthouse 3 Bedroom Ocean View Apartment 45 Stars

2 persons

350 m²

2 Single beds

Shower

Heating

room details

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Tips on navigating the city

Access a full list of transport options to make getting around with your family easy

City Centre

Gold Coast 2.1 km

Airports

Gold Coast (OOL) 21.1 km

Brisbane (BNE) 89.6 km

Train

Nerang Train Station 8.4 km

Facilities

Each family-friendly hotel provides top-notch amenities for an unforgettable stay with your loved ones

Spacious and Comfortable

“I recently stayed in a Three-Bedroom Apartment with Ocean View and was impressed by the size and comfort of the space. The apartment was exceptionally large, perfect for our family of four, and the beds were incredibly comfortable, ensuring a good night's sleep.” view full review

Quality Linen and Comfort

“The bedrooms in the apartment featured high-quality linen and bedding, which added to the overall comfort of our stay. I particularly enjoyed the plush pillows, making it easy to relax after a long day at the beach.” view full review

Well-Equipped Bathrooms

“The apartment boasted two bathrooms, which was fantastic for our family. They were spacious with all necessary amenities, making our stay incredibly convenient. Having two showers helped us all get ready quicker, especially during peak times!” view full review

Great Entertainment Options

“The living area of the apartment had a large TV, perfect for enjoying movie nights with my family. It was fantastic to kick back on the comfortable couches with snacks and watch our favorite shows together after a day at the beach.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
No pets allowed
24-hour security
Private beach
Lift
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key access

Sports & Fitness

Wind surfing
Diving
Snorkelling
Canoeing
Hiking
Horseback riding
Cycling
Tennis court
Bowling
Golf course
Archery
Aerobics
Fishing

Guest Parking

Electric kettle
Dryer
Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Services

Housekeeping
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Tours/Ticket assistance
Grocery shopping service
Welcome drink

Dining

Bar/ Lounge area
Outdoor dining area
Picnic area/ Tables
Dinner

Business

Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots
Babysitting/Child services
Baby pushchair
Toys

Spa & Leisure

Saltwater pool
Heated swimming pool
Beach access
Beach umbrellas
Sun loungers
Aqua park
Live entertainment
Sun terrace
Garden area
BBQ facilities
Spa & wellness centre
Pool with view
Shallow end

Room features

Wi-Fi in rooms
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-bar
Sitting area
Dressing area
Patio
Terrace
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Dining table
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Washing machine
Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle
Dryer
Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

Flat-screen TV

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

3 Garfield Terrace, Surfers Paradise, Gold Coast, Australia

Map view

3 Garfield Terrace, Surfers Paradise, Gold Coast, Australia

City landmarks

Museum

Ripley's Believe It Or Not Surfers Paradise

1.1 km

Mall

Cavill Mall

1.0 km

Casino

The Star Gold Coast

2.1 km

Landmark

Craft markets

1.1 km

Landmark

Infinity Attraction

1.3 km

Market

Surfers Paradise Beachfront Markets

1.1 km

Museum

The Wax Museum

1.5 km

Landmark

Queensland Korean War Memorial

840 m

Event hall

Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre

2.0 km

Gallery

The Arts Centre Gold Coast

2.1 km

Church

St Vincent's Catholic Church

810 m

Landmark

Timezone Surfers Paradise

900 m

Shopping Area

Paradise Centre

1.2 km

Park

Cascade Gardens

1.3 km

Mall

Soul Boardwalk

1.4 km

Beach

Surfers Paradise Beach

1.1 km

Theme Park

iFLY Gold Coast

690 m

Park

John Fraser Memorial Park

790 m

Landmark

Q1 Building

830 m

Mall

Chevron Renaissance Shopping Centre

1.2 km

Landmark

Surfers Paradise Sign

1.1 km

Landmark

Dracula's Cabaret Gold Coast

2.4 km

Landmark

Rotary Carousel Broadbeach

1.8 km

Store

Woolworths

1.3 km

Shopping Area

The Oasis Shopping Centre

2.3 km

Park

Eileen Peters Park

990 m

Nearby

Level 77 of Q1 Resort 9 Hamilton Avenue

SkyPoint Observation Deck

510 m

Gold Coast Highway

Les Rodgers Memorial Park

490 m

Fern St

Pink Poodle Sign

410 m

Beach

Northcliffe Beach

440 m

Restaurants

BMD Northcliffe Surf Club

280 m

Cnr Garfield Tce & Thornton Street

Hooters

370 m

2893 Gold Coast Hwy

Chaopraya Thai Restaurant

280 m

3033 Surfers Paradise Bvd Corner

D'Arcy Arms Motel & Restaurant

230 m

2923 Gold Coast Hwy

Soul Pizza

130 m

31 Aubrey St Shop 3

Four Winds Revolving Restaurant

760 m

2807 Gold Coast Hwy Crowne Plaza Surfers Paradise

First Avenue Tavern

720 m

2807 Gold Coast Highway Crowne Plaza Surfers Paradise

Four Winds

830 m

Surfers Paradise 2807 Gold Coast

Rudy's Real Food

870 m

198 Surf Parade ground floor of Marrakesh Resort

New Saigon Restaurant

930 m

2798 Gold Coast Hwy

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Dorchester On The Beach – A Favorite for Families in Gold Coast

About the Hotel

Beachfront Apartments

Private Beach Access

Nearby Attractions

Dining & Activities

Family-Friendly Services

Choose from a variety of room types

Availability and pricing for your selected dates

Tips on navigating the city

Facilities

General

Sports & Fitness

Guest Parking

Services

Dining

Business

Children

Spa & Leisure

Room features

Bathroom

Self-catering

Media

Room decor

Location

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