Carrara

Gold Coast

A waterfront with illuminated buildings reflecting on calm water, a dock, and a bridge in the background.
A wooden pier extending into calm water with a sunset sky.
A waterfront promenade with illuminated buildings and a calm river reflecting the lights.
A lakeside view of a hotel complex with a bridge and palm trees.
A waterfront building complex with multiple stories and balconies, reflecting on the calm water.

Stay near popular Carrara attractions

People First Stadium

9.0/10 (17 reviews)
Catch an event at People First Stadium and enjoy other activities in Gold Coast such as golfing.Stroll along the seaside in this family-friendly area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
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Things to do

Surfers Paradise: 2 Hour Surf Experience on the Gold Coast

Surfers Paradise: 2 Hour Surf Experience on the Gold Coast

€51
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Surfers Paradise: 2 Hour Surf Experience on the Gold Coast
Surfers Paradise Sightseeing Sunset River Cruise

Surfers Paradise Sightseeing Sunset River Cruise

€17
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Surfers Paradise Sightseeing Sunset River Cruise
Picture 11 for Activity Surfers Paradise and Gold Coast: Midday Express River Cruise

Surfers Paradise: Sightseeing Midday River and Canal Cruise

€18
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Surfers Paradise: Sightseeing Midday River and Canal Cruise
Gold Coast Hop On Hop Off Sightseeing Cruise 1 Day Pass

Gold Coast Hop On Hop Off Sightseeing Cruise 1 Day Pass

€27
per adult
Gold Coast Hop On Hop Off Sightseeing Cruise 1 Day Pass
Roo Pass

Roo Pass (airport & theme park transfers combo deal!)

€37
per traveller
86% of travellers recommend
Roo Pass (airport & theme park transfers combo deal!)
Surfers Paradise Skyline

Surfers Paradise Sightseeing Midday River Cruise

€18
per adult
Surfers Paradise Sightseeing Midday River Cruise
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Top hotels in Carrara

Mercure Gold Coast Resort

Mercure Gold Coast Resort

4 out of 5
64 Palm Meadows Drive Carrara QLD
The price is €88 per night from 26 Jul to 27 Jul
€88
26 Jul - 27 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,007 reviews)
"Close to where I needed to be"

Reviewed on 12 Jul 2026

Mercure Gold Coast Resort
Elite Gold Coast

Elite Gold Coast

3.5 out of 5
28 Chisholm Rd Carrara QLD
The price is €128 per night from 16 Jul to 17 Jul
€128
16 Jul - 17 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
Elite Gold Coast
The Langham, Gold Coast and Jewel Residences

The Langham, Gold Coast and Jewel Residences

5 out of 5
38 Old Burleigh Road Surfers Paradise QLD
The price is €256 per night from 19 Jul to 20 Jul
€256
19 Jul - 20 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (794 reviews)
"An outstanding luxurious accommodation for those seeking a special experience. Came to us highly recommended & we weren’t disappointed, we thoroughly enjoyed our time at The Langham"

Reviewed on 11 Jul 2026

The Langham, Gold Coast and Jewel Residences
Novotel Surfers Paradise

Novotel Surfers Paradise

4.5 out of 5
Cnr Surfers Paradise Blvd and Hanlan St Surfers Paradise QLD
The price is €119 per night from 26 Jul to 27 Jul
€119
26 Jul - 27 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
8/10 Very good! (1,514 reviews)
"The room was clean and comfortable. The lights in the room were dim so any woman putting on makeup would be frustrated. The lifts were very slow and only one lift operating to the basement car park. After hours the basement carpark lift was not operational."

Reviewed on 12 Jul 2026

Novotel Surfers Paradise
Sea World Resort

Sea World Resort

Sea World Drive Main Beach Gold Coast Main Beach QLD
The price is €191 per night from 26 Jul to 27 Jul
€191
26 Jul - 27 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,015 reviews)
"Great place to stay with kids, lots of activities including the water play area and hot spa at the pool and sea world was amazing, the only negative thing was had to wait for ages for rides."

Reviewed on 11 Jul 2026

Sea World Resort
Voco Gold Coast

Voco Gold Coast

4.5 out of 5
31 Hamilton Avenue Surfers Paradise QLD
The price is €115 per night from 26 Jul to 27 Jul
€115
26 Jul - 27 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,007 reviews)
"Excellent service"

Reviewed on 12 Jul 2026

Voco 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

Cavill Avenue and Surfers Paradise Beach are a few top attractions in Surfers Paradise. Hop around the city on the metro at Cypress Avenue Station or Florida Gardens station and check out the area's stunning beaches, luxurious spas and popular shops.

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Broadbeach

The stunning beaches, first-class casinos and popular shops are notable features of Broadbeach. Make a stop by The Oasis or The Star Gold Coast while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Broadbeach South Light Rail Station to get around town.

A surfer on a wave with a city skyline in the background.

Coolangatta

The stunning beaches and popular shops are just a few highlights of Coolangatta. Make a stop by Kirra Beach or Coolangatta Beach while you're exploring the area.

A city skyline at sunset with high-rise buildings along a beach.

Burleigh Heads

A noteworthy feature of Burleigh Heads is its stunning beaches. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Burleigh Beach and Burleigh Head National Park.

A beach with people, a city skyline, and the ocean.

Southport

Beaches, spas and theme parks are some highlights of Southport. Make a stop by Australia Fair Shopping Centre or Gold Coast Aquatic Centre while you're exploring.

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