Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Broadbeach travel guide

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You're Going to Love Broadbeach

With a population of 8,738, Broadbeach is a must-see destination in Queensland, Australia. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Broadbeach has to offer.

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Where to Eat in Broadbeach

If you’re looking for affordable options, Mamasan Kitchen and Bar (3 Oracle Boulevade) and Hideaway Kitchen & Bar Broadbeach (2657 Gold Coast Hwy) are great picks.

When to visit Broadbeach

Broadbeach in May
Estimated hotel price
$175
1 night at 3-star hotel
Broadbeach in May
Estimated hotel price
$175
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Broadbeach

Plane

When flying to Broadbeach, you’ll arrive at Coolangatta Gold Coast (OOL), which is located 10 miles from the city center. The shortest flight to Broadbeach from the United States departs from Los Angeles and takes around 18h 35m.

Car

Another option to get to Broadbeach is to pick up a car rental from Brisbane, which is about 46 miles from Broadbeach. You’ll find branches of Bargain Car Rentals and Turo, among others, in Brisbane.

Plane

When flying to Broadbeach, you’ll arrive at Coolangatta Gold Coast (OOL), which is located 10 miles from the city center. The shortest flight to Broadbeach from the United States departs from Los Angeles and takes around 18h 35m.

Car

Another option to get to Broadbeach is to pick up a car rental from Brisbane, which is about 46 miles from Broadbeach. You’ll find branches of Bargain Car Rentals and Turo, among others, in Brisbane.

Airports near Broadbeach

BNEBrisbane
OOLCoolangatta Gold Coast
BNKBallina Byron

Airlines serving Broadbeach

KLM
Good (1,499 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,926 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,889 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,409 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,305 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,922 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,180 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,572 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,595 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,750 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,559 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,728 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,930 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,389 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,275 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,938 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,497 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,246 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,187 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (1,002 reviews)
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Where to stay in Broadbeach

From 5-star hotels such as the The Star Grand at The Star Gold Coast to great affordable options like the The Star Residences Gold Coast, Broadbeach offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $136 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $212 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Broadbeach

Most booked hotels in Broadbeach

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Meriton Suites Broadbeach
0 stars
Excellent (8.8, 4878 reviews)
$128+
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Dorsett Gold Coast
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, 2401 reviews)
$120+
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Sea World Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, 5914 reviews)
$127+
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The Star Grand at The Star Gold Coast
5 stars
Excellent (8.3, 4315 reviews)
$155+
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Hilton Surfers Paradise
5 stars
Excellent (8.3, 3610 reviews)
$153+
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Voco Gold Coast By IHG
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, 3602 reviews)
$115+
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Renting a car in Broadbeach

Renting a car in Broadbeach costs $36 per day, on average, or $144 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 2% cheaper than airport locations in Broadbeach.

Expect to pay $5.56 per gallon in Broadbeach (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $66.77 and $89.03. Compact (Volkswagen Polo or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Broadbeach, while also 39% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Broadbeach costs $36 per day, on average, or $144 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 2% cheaper than airport locations in Broadbeach.

Expect to pay $5.56 per gallon in Broadbeach (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $66.77 and $89.03. Compact (Volkswagen Polo or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Broadbeach, while also 39% cheaper than other types, on average.