Runaway Bay
Gold Coast
Visit Runaway Bay
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.
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.
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.
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?
Coolangatta Beach
This city at the southern tip of the Gold Coast has some of the most pristine beaches, and clear water for swimming, fishing and diving.
Things to do
Surfers Paradise Sightseeing Sunset River Cruise
Gold Coast Hop On Hop Off Sightseeing Cruise 1 Day Pass
Roo Pass (airport & theme park transfers combo deal!)
Surfers Paradise Sightseeing River Cruises
Surfers Paradise: Guided Gold Coast Amphibious Bus Tour
Top hotels in Runaway Bay
The Star Grand at The Star Gold Coast
Perfect experience
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Novotel Surfers Paradise
Yew, it was clean
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
voco Gold Coast by IHG
Great room, ocean view from 14th floor. Freindly staffs, close to shops, restaurants, beach and markets
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
The Langham, Gold Coast and Jewel Residences
About room cleaning service was very good. Housekeeper room attendant was very nice.
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Meriton Suites Broadbeach, Gold Coast
Rooms are clean and very spacious. The bed and pillows are amazing. Great location.
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
RACV Royal Pines Resort Gold Coast
Overall stay was nice and the facilities are amazing for kids. Food and drinks are really average. You need to work on your food and drinks menu more, and your breakfast options more. Staff were nice. Room service average.
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Runaway Bay
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.
Hope Island
Hope Island is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Sanctuary Cove Golf and Country Club and Sanctuary Cove Marina while you're in town.
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.
Gaven
While Gaven isn't home to many top sights, Coombabah Lakes Conservation Area and Warner Bros. Movie World are some notable places to visit nearby.
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.
Coomera
Unique features of Coomera include the theme parks and restaurants. Make a stop by Dreamworld or WhiteWater World while you're exploring the area.
