Crowne Plaza Surfers Paradise, an IHG Hotel

Crowne Plaza Surfers Paradise is a full-service hotel on the Gold Coast Highway, positioned between the Surfers Paradise strip and Broadbeach. Its accommodation ranges from Standard and Premium rooms to Premium King Ocean Junior and Ocean View suites, with the website highlighting natural light, panoramic ocean views and, in selected rooms, private furnished balconies and corner spa baths. The setting is designed to work for romantic breaks, family holidays and business travel, with the beachside location and nearby G:link making it practical for exploring the coast or getting around without relying entirely on a car.

The hotel’s facilities are geared towards an easy stay rather than simply a place to sleep. There is a sparkling outdoor pool, fully equipped function rooms and spaces intended for both work and leisure. The Sleep Advantage programme includes premium bedding, quiet zones and guaranteed wake-up calls, while the hotel also promotes convenient access to power and wireless internet. Guests looking to keep active can use the listed fitness and wellness facilities. On-site parking is available for Horizon Sky Dining guests, although the accommodation page does not provide general parking terms for all hotel guests.

Dining is a notable part of the offering. Poolside Relish Grill & Bar serves breakfast, lunch and dinner, with a choice of buffet breakfast, all-day dining and an à la carte dinner menu. The venue describes its food as drawing on fresh, locally sourced ingredients, with seafood, Italian-style cooking and steaks prepared from the grill among its broad dining focus. In Room Dining is available for guests who would rather eat in their room, while Shooeys Sports Bar provides a modern setting for watching sport on the big screen.

The standout experience is Horizon Sky Dining, described as Queensland’s only revolving buffet. Located at the top of the hotel, it slowly rotates while offering panoramic views across the Gold Coast, with a buffet built around seasonal produce and chef-created hot and cold dishes. It is presented as an option for romantic evenings, anniversaries and celebrations, and the venue also caters for group bookings and team gatherings. Because the restaurant rotates, larger groups are seated in a dedicated section across nearby tables rather than at one long table. Overall, the hotel suits visitors wanting accommodation, dining and event facilities in one Surfers Paradise base, with enough room types and services to accommodate leisure stays, celebrations and business trips.