Best Date Ideas Southern Gold Coast

It’s Valentine’s Day this Saturday. Plan the Perfect Couples’ Day 🌹💘

Holidaying with us over the weekend?
You’ve picked the perfect time.

This Saturday, February 14th, is Valentine’s Day, and the Southern Gold Coast is serving up romance in every direction — from golden sunrises and ocean swims to cocktails, indulgent dining, and a little playful competition.

And if you haven’t planned a gift yet… don’t panic.
Book your stay for a future date – a thoughtful way to show you still have Valentine’s Day covered.

Here’s how to spend the ultimate romantic weekend, Southern Gold Coast style.

1. Wake Up with the Sunrise

Wake early and admire the incredible morning sunrise over the Pacific Ocean.
Feel the sand between your toes as the day begins and watch the sky turn from pink to orange.

If you’re staying somewhere beachfront — lucky you. Put the kettle on and enjoy a slow morning coffee from your balcony while watching the waves is oddly mesmerising.

2. Morning Movement & a Swim at Kirra Hill

Pull on your activewear and head north to Kirra Hill Lookout for your morning exercise. The views across our beautiful beaches are unbeatable.

Once you’ve worked up a sweat, head straight down for a refreshing dip in the crystal-clear waters of Kirra Beach.  If you’re staying further north, the walk up Burleigh Hill is just as lovely.

 

3. Coffee & Breakfast on Love Street

After your swim, stroll hand-in-hand to Love Street Store, Kirra for a delicious breakfast and coffee. Their farm-to-plate philosophy means fresh, wholesome food that tastes even better when shared.
If food is your love language, this is a must.

4. Romantic Lunch or Dinner

When it’s time to indulge, the Southern Gold Coast offers an incredible array of romantic dining spots. Some of our favourites include:

• Siblings, Kirra – A true five-star dining experience with cocktails and uninterrupted ocean views
• Cooly Breeze, Coolangatta – Thirteen stories up with sweeping beach views and fresh seafood
• Bar Evelyn, Coolangatta – Dark, moody interiors with cosy nooks and candlelit romance
• Pipi’s, Duranbah – Luxe dining for those ready to splash out on premium steaks and seafood
• The Oyster Shed, Tweed Heads – Relaxed waterfront dining showcasing farmed oysters and wild-caught local seafood
• Paper Daisy, Halcyon House, Cabarita – A hatted restaurant offering Hamptons-style luxe dining
• Madam V, Palm Beach – An immersive Asian dining experience with à la carte menus, a lounge bar.  If you can wait until Sunday to celebrate Yum Cha Sundays are also a fantastic option.
• Tweed River House, Murwillumbah – Overlooking the Tweed River, dine at this gorgeous old style house with lawn on the front offering French/Australian cuisine.

5. Outdoor Romance on the Tweed River

If you and your partner love the outdoors, a romantic cruise on the Tweed River with Tweed Eco Cruises is the perfect way to slow things down. Surrounded by nature, fresh air, and calm waters, it’s effortlessly romantic, and if you’re lucky, you may even spot dolphins at high tide.
💙 Use code ECO10 for 10% off and tell them we sent you.

6. A Little Healthy Competition at Timezone

Love a bit of playful rivalry in your relationship? Challenge your lover to bowling, air hockey, shoot hoops, or see who can rack up the most points.

(Winner earns bragging rights — but let’s be honest, let your lady choose the prize.)
Sometimes the most romantic moments are the ones filled with laughter.

7. Sunset Picnic on the hill at Cabarita Beach or Burleigh Hill

As the sun begins to dip, set up a romantic picnic for two on Cabarita Beach or Burleigh Hill. Think antipasto treats, coastal vibes, and golden-hour magic.

If you want something extra special without the hassle of taking food down. Book with Blue Ginger Picnics.

8. Ultimate Relaxation for Two

If your idea of romance is slowing right down, nothing beats a shared spa experience. Treat yourselves to deep relaxation, warm waters, and uninterrupted time together

• A massage and lunch package at Halcyon House, Cabarita — Luxe, coastal, and incredibly indulgent
• Spoil yourself with a 45 or 90 minute spa/sauna/plunge experience at Native State Bathhouse in Kirra.
• Bathhouse at Ground, Currumbin Valley – Enjoy sitting out in nature while you spa – Watch Kangaroos nibble the grass while you chill out under the lush majestic fig tree.

These are the moments that turn a weekend away into a memory you’ll talk about long after.

PS. It’s not Not Just for Couples…

P.S. Who says you need a lover to book this getaway?
Why not bring your bestie instead? Valentine’s weekend is simply too good to miss — no matter who you share it with.