QT Gold Coast
Eclectic, design-forward beach resort. Playful and cosmopolitan without taking itself too seriously. Think vintage Holden in the driveway with a longboard on the roof.
Book a poolside cabana (AUD $70/day) in advance — they're gone by mid-morning on busy days
Why It Matters
One of the Gold Coast's most distinctive hotel experiences — designed by architect Nic Graham with Melbourne's Spacecraft studio. Home to Yamagen, one of the region's most acclaimed Japanese restaurants, and a rooftop cabin concept (qtQT) that's entirely unique on the Gold Coast. The hotel is EcoTourism Certified.
A 297-room design-led high-rise in Surfers Paradise that leans into its beach setting with bold, irreverent style. Rooms are decked out in a Queenslander beach house palette — black and white punched up with orange and turquoise — and the vibe across the whole property runs from poolside neon cocktail bar to award-winning Japanese restaurant. It's loud and proud about being a good time.
Where You'll Stay
5 room types available
City View Room
Lower-price option with city, river, hinterland or mountain views rather than ocean. Same bold beach house aesthetic and full suite of amenities — QT Dream Bed, Dyson, Kevin Murphy, Missoni robe — just without the surf panorama.
King or QueenQT King Ocean View
The pick for ocean lovers. Higher-floor rooms deliver direct sea views perfect for watching surfers from bed. Bold beach house palette with black, white, orange and turquoise. Private balcony, Dyson Supersonic hairdryer, Missoni bathrobes, Kevin Murphy amenities, Nespresso, T2 teas, QT Dream Bed, and QT tablet for digital guest services.
KingQT King Suite
The flagship suite with separate lounge room, Japanese soaking tub, private balcony with ocean views, workspace, flatscreen HD TV, minibar, iPod dock and designer furnishings. Big bathroom, serious views. Sleeps 2-3.
KingQT Twin Ocean View
Twin QT Dream Beds with ocean views and a private balcony. Ideal for friends or families wanting the full coastal panorama. Comes with matching Missoni robes, Dyson Supersonic, Kevin Murphy amenities, Nespresso, and the QT tablet. Sleeps 4.
Two QueensqtQT Rooftop Cabins
A genuinely different accommodation format sitting atop QT Gold Coast. Private rooftop cabins surrounded by tropical greenery with alfresco dining areas, fire pits, and eclectic decor. Access to all QT Gold Coast facilities plus a dedicated 'Curator of Sunshine' who designs bespoke itineraries. Up to 10 cabins available. Adults-leaning but not strictly adults-only.
VariousThe Property
Eat & Drink
6 venues on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
Complimentary Dutch-style push bikes (and helmets) available from the concierge. Ideal for a spin along the Surfers Paradise esplanade or into town.
Learn to mix cocktails at Stingray Lounge — a fun option for groups.
Daily high tea at FIXX Café, 11am–3pm. A slightly unexpected touch for a hotel with this much beachy energy.
Hands-on class working with market-fresh fish under Yamagen's sushi chefs. Available as a curated experience, especially for qtQT cabin guests.
A guided tasting through Yamagen's extraordinary Japanese whisky collection — one of the most extensive in Australia. Hosted by a QT whisky specialist.
Bookable through the qtQT Curator of Sunshine concierge — a Gold Coast classic, especially at sunrise over the hinterland.
Off-property snorkelling excursion bookable through the hotel's concierge or qtQT experiences program.
Surfing lessons available via concierge arrangement — fitting given the Surfers Paradise location, though the beach breaks there can be intense for beginners.
Private or small-group (1:1, 2:1, or full group) sessions available as part of the qtQT curated experience program.
Luxury cabana hire at The Spring poolside precinct. Given the pool's size relative to the hotel's guest count, booking ahead is genuinely necessary on busy days.
A scenic Gold Coast waterway cruise with buffet lunch. Departs from Tiki Reserve pontoon, 73 Cavill Avenue — a short distance from the hotel.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
Multiple event spaces including QT Ballroom, The Mezcal, Stingray Lounge, Yamagen, Longboard, and the qtQT Rooftop. Suitable for meetings, social events, corporate retreats and weddings.
State-of-the-art gym with Life Fitness smart equipment that syncs with guests' personal devices to monitor activity.
Standard in every guest room. Dyson Corrale straightener available in all suites and on request.
In-room digital guest services tablet in every room.
On-site parking available at approximately AUD $30/day. No reservation needed.
Dogs welcome; pet-specific room amenities available. Enquire directly for policies and fees.
Tropical foliage-fringed pool with sun loungers, the Spring poolside bar, and a splash pool for kids. It's a genuine oasis but on the smaller side for a 297-room hotel — fills up fast on weekends.
QT Gold Coast holds Ecotourism Australia Sustainable Tourism certification, covering environmental, cultural, financial and socio-economic pillars.
Airport shuttle service available at additional charge.
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