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Gold Coast Hotel Guide. Hotels in Carrara, Gold Coast, Australia

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Our top choices for Carrara hotels

A buffet with various food options, a patterned wall, and a potted plant.

1. Mercure Gold Coast Resort

Mercure Gold Coast Resort
4.0 star property
Carrara
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Great hotel"
Australia
Malgorzata
The price is €99
includes taxes & fees
16 Sept - 17 Sept
Mercure Gold Coast Resort
A hotel with a pool area, outdoor seating, and a sign that reads "ELITE."

2. Elite Gold Coast

Elite Gold Coast
3.5 star property
Carrara
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (588 reviews)
"Everything was good with he property including the breakfast. The bar and restaurant in the hotel were not open while we were there because it was their off season so that was a bit inconvenient."
United States
Michael
The price is €123
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Elite Gold Coast
An aerial view of a resort with multiple swimming pools, sun loungers, umbrellas, and palm trees.

3. RACV Royal Pines Resort Gold Coast

RACV Royal Pines Resort Gold Coast
5.0 star property
2.6 km from Carrara
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"Great place for family holidays with pool, playground and amusement games."
Australia
Grant
The price is €142
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
RACV Royal Pines Resort Gold Coast
A buffet with various fruits and vegetables.

4. Nightelier Mermaid Waters

Nightelier Mermaid Waters
3.5 star property
Mermaid Waters, 6.4 km from Carrara
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Good place to stay canrecommend it to visitors"
Australia
Ross
The price is €114
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Nightelier Mermaid Waters
A modern hotel with a covered entrance, multiple floors, and a parking area.

5. Mantra at Sharks

Mantra at Sharks
4.0 star property
Southport, 7.6 km from Carrara
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (999 reviews)
"Very impressed with this accomodation would stay again. "
Australia
Angela
The price is €120
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Mantra at Sharks
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a balcony.

6. Blue Heron Motel

Blue Heron Motel
3.5 star property
Mermaid Beach, 7.6 km from Carrara
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (484 reviews)
"Nice and quiet Neat and the owner is good and well polite."
Australia
Ana
The price is €98
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Blue Heron Motel
A modern interior with a central counter displaying food items, a potted plant, and a brick wall design.

7. Woodroffe Hotel

Woodroffe Hotel
3.5 star property
Southport, 7 km from Carrara
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"Good place to stay, cheap as well"
United States
Joshua
The price is €88
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Woodroffe Hotel
A high-rise building with a panoramic city view from a balcony.

8. Dorsett Gold Coast

Dorsett Gold Coast
4.5 star property
Broadbeach, 6 km from Carrara
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,564 reviews)
"Great location and staff"
Australia
Steven
The price is €111
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Dorsett Gold Coast
A beach with waves and a clear sky.

9. Crowne Plaza Surfers Paradise by IHG

Crowne Plaza Surfers Paradise by IHG
4.5 star property
Surfers Paradise, 6 km from Carrara
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Lovely position accross from tram stop to the city. Lovely views. Nice gym"
Australia
Heather
The price is €105
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Crowne Plaza Surfers Paradise by IHG
A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and pendant lighting.

10. Southport Motel & Apartments

Southport Motel & Apartments
3.5 star property
Southport, 6.7 km from Carrara
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (941 reviews)
The price is €83
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Southport Motel & Apartments
A modern dining area with a table and chairs, large windows with blinds, and a view of the cityscape and ocean.

11. Meriton Suites Broadbeach, Gold Coast

Meriton Suites Broadbeach, Gold Coast
5.0 star property
Broadbeach, 6.2 km from Carrara
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (4,665 reviews)
"The rooms are clean and well kept."
Singapore
James
The price is €108
includes taxes & fees
9 Sept - 10 Sept
Meriton Suites Broadbeach, Gold Coast
A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, a sofa, and a balcony with a glass door.

12. Broadbeach Savannah Hotel & Resort

Broadbeach Savannah Hotel & Resort
4.0 star property
Broadbeach, 6.3 km from Carrara
7.0 out of 10, Good, (999 reviews)
"Location Value Comfort"
Australia
Lionel
The price is €77
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Broadbeach Savannah Hotel & Resort
A modern living room with a large window overlooking the ocean, a sofa, a coffee table, and a TV mounted on the wall.

13. Novotel Surfers Paradise

Novotel Surfers Paradise
4.5 star property
Surfers Paradise, 6.2 km from Carrara
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,494 reviews)
"Excellent property, amenities, location."
Australia
Sonia
The price is €105
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Novotel Surfers Paradise
A modern living room with a large window, a sectional sofa, a round coffee table, and a dining area with chairs and a table.

14. Voco Gold Coast

Voco Gold Coast
4.5 star property
Surfers Paradise, 6.1 km from Carrara
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Simple easy check in with friendly and helpful staff"
Australia
Andrew
The price is €108
includes taxes & fees
17 Sept - 18 Sept
Voco Gold Coast
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15. The Island Gold Coast

The Island Gold Coast
4.0 star property
Surfers Paradise, 6.2 km from Carrara
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"great stay fun place"
Australia
Mark
The price is €111
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
The Island Gold Coast
An aquarium with various marine life visible through the glass.

16. Sea World Resort

Sea World Resort
Main Beach, 9.5 km from Carrara
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"clean and nice staff"
Australia
WAI HIN
The price is €160
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Sea World Resort
A modern hotel room with a large window offering a city view, a sofa, a glass coffee table, and a TV on a stand.

17. Oaks Gold Coast Hotel

Oaks Gold Coast Hotel
3.5 star property
Surfers Paradise, 5.9 km from Carrara
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (366 reviews)
The price is €111
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Oaks Gold Coast Hotel
A spacious lobby with high ceilings, large spherical chandeliers, and a reception desk.

18. Sofitel Gold Coast Broadbeach

Sofitel Gold Coast Broadbeach
5.0 star property
Broadbeach, 6.3 km from Carrara
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Great location, amazing staff beautiful buffett breakfast - reccomend this hotel"
Australia
Jenny
The price is €148
includes taxes & fees
17 Sept - 18 Sept
Sofitel Gold Coast Broadbeach
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by high-rise buildings.

19. The Star Grand at The Star Gold Coast

The Star Grand at The Star Gold Coast
5.0 star property
Broadbeach, 5.9 km from Carrara
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Very nice room great happy staff great location. Breakfast was very nice"
Australia
Mark
The price is €173
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
The Star Grand at The Star Gold Coast
A hotel with a pool, palm trees, and a waterfall.

20. Sovereign Gold Coast

Sovereign Gold Coast
4.0 star property
Surfers Paradise, 6.6 km from Carrara
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,002 reviews)
"Nice staff and clean room would definitely stay again"
Australia
Sophie
The price is €95
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept
Sovereign Gold Coast
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Where to stay in Carrara

Find the best Carrara areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Carrara
Learn more about Carrara
A coastal cityscape with high-rise buildings and a beach.

Surfers Paradise

Visit one of Australia’s most popular vacation spots and dive in the waves, spot humpback whales, go shopping or enjoy the fun family attractions and nightlife.

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Broadbeach

Visit one of Queensland’s most popular holiday spots with sparkling beaches, scenic canals, high-rise hotels, nightclubs, festivals and modern malls.

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Coolangatta

Enjoy the beaches, sip a coffee at a groovy café and enjoy the simple pleasures of an ocean-front vacation.

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Burleigh Heads

Enjoy this perfect weekend getaway destination with world-class surf breaks, white sands, restaurants, bars and nature walks to suit every type of traveller.

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Southport

This stretch of coast in the heart of the Gold Coast offers the perfect mix of sun-soaked beaches, wildlife encounters and leisurely shopping.

Top Carrara Hotel Reviews

Sea World Resort

Sea World Resort

10/10 Excellent
"The staff was amazing, everyone is smiling and ready to help. The place was very clean but a bit outdated. My reservation had theme parks tickets included and that was an amazing experience and I believe the best offer."
Pavly 6-night trip
Posted 5 hours ago
Sea World Resort

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Carrara?
Carrara is a welcoming neighbourhood that travellers like for its beaches and restaurants. Are you looking for Carrara travel tips? Make sure that you visit Emerald Lakes Golf Club and People First Stadium while you're in the neighbourhood.
What's a favourite place to stay in Carrara?
Based on our traveller data, Mercure Gold Coast Resort is one of the top choices for your stay in Carrara. This hotel offers 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Another good option for your stay in the neighbourhood is Elite Gold Coast.
How many hotels can I expect to find in the Carrara area?
With 15 Expedia hotels and other accommodation options in Carrara to choose from, this is a good starting point for exploring the greater Gold Coast area.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Carrara, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most hotel bookings are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before check in. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get the top deals on offer in Carrara.
What can I see and do in this Gold Coast neighbourhood?
Stopping by Emerald Lakes Golf Club, Palm Meadows Golf Course or Carrara Gardens Golf Course is a fun way to enjoy the activities Carrara has to offer. As you're discovering the neighbourhood, People First Stadium and Carrara Sports Complex are some other places worth a visit. Emerald Lakes, Reach Out for Christ and Gold Coast Sports & Leisure Centre are just a few of the places to visit in and around Carrara. While you're out sightseeing, Royal Pines Resort Golf Course and Carrara Markets are a couple of additional sights to visit in Gold Coast.