Best family-friendly resorts on the Southern Gold Coast

If you’re a family that likes resort facilities, say no more. These stays are built for exactly that kind of holiday. You get walk-out-the-door beach access, plus enough on-site facilities to keep the kids busy from morning to dinner. And for parents, that usually means less organising, less planning activites, and a lot less stress.

The real advantage is how contained everything feels. Kids can move between the beach, the pool, and resort activities without ever leaving the precinct. Meanwhile, parents get convenience integrated into the stay, with everything close enough that the day just flows without effort.

Calypso Plaza – Coolangatta

A full-service beachfront resort designed for families who want everything in one place. The lagoon-style pool area and waterslides make it especially popular with children, while parents benefit from the range of facilities and immediate beach access.

Features

• Lagoon-style pool
• Waterslides
• Spa
• Sauna
• Games room
• Gym
• Onsite café
• Absolute beachfront location

Walking distance

• Coolangatta Beach (across the road)
• Strand Shopping Centre (next door) – Woolworths, Shops, Cinemas and Timezone.
• Cafés, restaurants and surf clubs within 1 minute.

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Points North Apartments – Coolangatta

A high-rise beachfront stay that combines resort facilities in the heart of Coolangatta.

Features

• Heated pool
• Children’s pool
• Spa
• Sauna
• Full-size tennis court
• Games room
• Secure parking
• Absolute beachfront location

Walking distance

• Coolangatta Beach (across the road)
• Strand Shopping Centre (next door) – Woolworths, Shops, Cinemas and Timezone.
• Cafés, restaurants and surf clubs within 1 minute.

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San Simeon (North Kirra / Bilinga beachfront)

San Simeon is a beachfront resort in Bilinga that strikes the perfect balance between resort-style facilities and a more relaxed beachside setting. Located on a quieter stretch of coastline, it offers families plenty of space to unwind while still being within easy reach of local cafés, shops and everyday conveniences.

• Pool
• Spa
• Sauna
• Full-size tennis court
• Games room
• BBQ facilities
• Absolute beachfront

Walking distance

• North Kirra Beach (direct access) – No roads to cross.
• Easy 5-minute walk along the Oceanway to the Tugun Village Shopping Centre which includes cafe’s & restaurants + Tugun Surf Club.
• Airport (5–10 minutes drive)

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Ocean Plaza – Coolangatta

Ocean Plaza Resort

• Heated pool
• Children’s pool
• Spa
• Two tennis courts
• Gym
• BBQ areas
• Direct access to retail, dining, cinemas
• Absolute beachfront position

Walking distance

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Porta Pacifique – Bilinga

A relaxed beachfront stay that works well for families who want the beach front and centre, with a few simple on-site facilities for easy downtime between swims and walks along the sand.

Features

• ✔ Swimming pool
• ✔ Half-size tennis court
• ✔ Beachfront access
• ✔ Tropical gardens
• ✔ Secure parking

Walking distance

• Bilinga Beach (direct access)
• North Kirra Surf Club (5–10 minutes)
• Kirra cafés (10–15 minutes)
• Coolangatta dining (15–25 minutes)

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The Rocks 4G – Currumbin

Golden Sea Apartments

• Heated outdoor swimming pool and children’s pool
• Heated outdoor spa
• Sauna and private spa facilities
• Fully equipped gymnasium
• Full-size tennis court
• Games room
• BBQ area set amongst beautifully landscaped tropical gardens
• Secure, CCTV-monitored undercover parking

Walking distance