HOTA, Home of the Arts
The Gold Coast's striking arts and cultural precinct in Bundall — gallery, parklands and events, rated 4.6 across more than 6,000 reviews.
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Why it's worth checking out
HOTA, Home of the Arts, on Bundall Road, is the Gold Coast's premier arts and cultural precinct — a striking, vibrant hub set on the banks of the Nerang River. Anchored by its bold, geometric green gallery building, it brings together visual art, performances, films, events and beautiful parklands in one ambitious cultural destination.
The appeal is that breadth: a major public gallery with free and ticketed exhibitions, an outdoor stage and theatre hosting live performances and films, a rooftop with city views, and landscaped grounds with a lake and play areas. It's a genuine cultural centrepiece for the coast, offering far more than a typical gallery and suiting everyone from art lovers to families.
With a 4.6 rating from more than 6,000 reviews, it's a much-loved destination. The gallery, exhibitions, performances, films and events all have their own arrangements, hours and ticketing, so it's worth checking the current program and details before you visit — and allowing time to enjoy both the indoor culture and the lovely riverside parklands and rooftop around it.
Reviewed by Iyan B.
Good to know
- Located at 135 Bundall Rd in Surfers Paradise
- Highly rated on Google with 4.6 stars from over 6,100 reviews
- On-site bar and cafe available for food and drinks
- Multi-venue complex with cinema, performance spaces and gallery
Best for
Practical details
Opening hours
Closed- Monday
- 09:00 – 17:00
- Tuesday
- 09:00 – 19:30
- WednesdayToday
- 09:00 – 19:30
- Thursday
- 09:00 – 19:30
- Friday
- 09:00 – 19:30
- Saturday
- 09:00 – 19:30
- Sunday
- 10:00 – 19:30
Spot Score
- Reputation
- 84
- Popularity
- 100
- Information quality
- 30
- Category fit
- 70
- Freshness
- 30
Our independent editorial score — not a user rating.
Frequently asked questions
What types of events does HOTA host?+
HOTA hosts a variety of cultural events including film screenings, live concerts, theatre productions and visual art exhibitions.
Is there food and drink available at HOTA?+
Yes, there is an on-site bar and cafe where you can purchase food and beverages.
Where is HOTA located?+
HOTA is located at 135 Bundall Rd, Surfers Paradise QLD 4217 on the Gold Coast.
What is HOTA's Google rating?+
HOTA has a 4.6-star rating on Google based on over 6,100 reviews.
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