Gaven
Gold Coast
Popular places to visit
Warner Bros. Movie World
Watch stunt shows, get on superhero rides, enter the Ice Age 4D Experience and take a splash in the Wild West at Australia’s theme park version of Hollywood.
Surfers Paradise Beach
This stretch of beach is known for its regular sets of rolling waves, with high-rise hotels and bustling nightlife along the sandy shore.
Dreamworld
Australia’s biggest amusement park features exciting themed areas with everything from tigers and thrilling rides to vintage V8 super cars and TV characters.
Cavill Avenue
Bustling nightlife, great shopping and a legendary surfing beach make this avenue the exciting centre of Surfer’s Paradise on the Gold Coast.
Sea World
Who doesn’t dream of staying overnight in a water park where you can see Jet Ski stunts, life-sized Nickelodeon stars, plus dolphins, sea lions and polar bears?
Wet'n'Wild Gold Coast
Get an adrenaline kick gliding through caves and tunnels or plunging down a giant water slide, or simply float and splash in a relaxing pool.
Things to do
All-Inclusive Saona Island Tour by Speedboat & Catamaran
Roo Pass (airport & theme park transfers combo deal!)
Gold Coast Hop On Hop Off Sightseeing Cruise 1 Day Pass
Surfers Paradise Sightseeing Sunset River Cruise
Surfers Paradise Sightseeing River Cruises
Top hotels in Gaven
Novotel Surfers Paradise
Room wasn’t the cleanest and wasn’t aware the pool area was closed until we checked in. Other then that everything was great.
Reviewed on 4 Dec 2025
The Star Grand at The Star Gold Coast
Front Desk staffs was fast and polite. Check in and Check Out was pleasant. Lucas was very efficient with our Check out, he helped us with validating car park, didn't have to wait long. Room given was what we wanted, Ocean and great surrounding views. Bed and pillows was so comfortable, we all slept ...
Reviewed on 5 Dec 2025
voco Gold Coast by IHG
Great location for beach, restaurants and shops. Two pools and a hot tub. Breakfast buffet was great. Would recommend. Hotel is right on the tram line which makes it simple to get to south broadbeach or the other way to main beach.
Reviewed on 28 Nov 2025
Mantra Legends Hotel
Cost efficient & satisfactory hotel
Reviewed on 4 Dec 2025
Meriton Suites Surfers Paradise
This was a great hotel. Clean, perfect location. It has great restaurants. The rooms are great. We enjoyed staying here very much
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
Mantra on View Hotel
Best place to stay
Reviewed on 4 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Gaven
Labrador
Labrador is popular for its beaches, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Ian Dipple Lagoon or Cooke Murphy Oval.
Runaway Bay
Visitors to Runaway Bay enjoy its shopping, and if you want to do some exploring, Pine Ridge Conservation Park is worth a stop.
Carrara
Golf courses, restaurants and beaches highlight some of the noteworthy features of Carrara. Make a stop by People First Stadium or Carrara Sports Complex while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
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.
Main Beach
Main Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Marina Mirage Shopping Centre and Tedder Avenue, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Gold Coast.
Surfers Paradise
Home of the Arts and Chevron Renaissance 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.