Cafes · Independent Review Elk Espresso, Broadbeach: An Honest Review The brunch cafe locals queue for, tucked into The Oasis opposite Kurrawa Park. What to expect, when to go, and whether it lives up to the hype. Ask around Broadbeach for the best brunch and Elk Espresso comes up fast. It’s one of the Gold … Read more

Accommodation · Independent Review Sofitel Gold Coast Broadbeach: An Honest Review The suburb’s established 5-star hotel at 81 Surf Parade – what the rooms are really like, the dining, and whether it justifies the rate. The Sofitel Gold Coast Broadbeach is the suburb’s long-standing 5-star hotel, and for a lot of visitors it’s the default … Read more

Restaurants · Independent Guide Kurrawa Surf Club: The Beachfront Value Pick Broadbeach’s surf club bistro – ocean-view dining, a stone-oven pizzeria, the bar and a beachfront deck. The menu, the hours, and why it’s the best-value meal with a view in Broadbeach. Kurrawa Surf Club is Broadbeach’s classic beachfront feed: a surf life saving club … Read more

Things To Do · Local Guide The Oasis Shopping Centre, Broadbeach The beachside local’s centre – Woolworths, free parking, cafes and the Broadbeach Tavern. What’s actually here, the opening hours, and when to choose it over Pacific Fair. The Oasis is Broadbeach’s practical, beachside shopping centre – the one locals actually use day to day. … Read more

Restaurants · Independent Guide Broadbeach Tavern: The Honest Local’s Guide The beach-end pub at Oasis – what the bistro is really like, the sports bar and gaming room, opening hours, and whether it is worth a visit on your Broadbeach trip. Broadbeach Tavern is the suburb’s no-fuss local pub: a big, family-friendly venue tucked into … Read more

Things To Do · Independent Guide Event Cinemas Pacific Fair: The Complete Guide Sessions, ticket prices, Gold Class, Vmax and the new IMAX – everything you need to plan a movie at Broadbeach’s biggest cinema, plus where to eat before and after. Event Cinemas Pacific Fair is the multiplex most Broadbeach visitors end up at, … Read more

Restaurants · Independent Review Gemelli Italian, Broadbeach: An Honest Review The Gold Coast’s most talked-about Italian – what to order, what it costs, how to actually get a table, and whether it lives up to the queue. Ask anyone on the Gold Coast for an Italian restaurant recommendation and Gemelli comes up before you finish … Read more

Accommodation · Independent Review Meriton Suites Broadbeach: An Honest Review The 32-storey apartment tower on the Gold Coast Highway – what the suites are really like, who it suits, and who should book elsewhere. Meriton Suites Broadbeach is one of the most searched-for places to stay on the entire Gold Coast, and the reason is … Read more

Wellness · Independent Guide The Best Massage in Broadbeach Thai massage, remedial treatment or a full day spa session – who does what, what it roughly costs, and how to pick the right one. Broadbeach has quietly become the Gold Coast’s massage hub. Within a few blocks of Surf Parade you’ll find traditional Thai massage … Read more

Plan Your Trip · June to August Broadbeach in Winter Mild sunny days, whale season, the marathon, and better-value stays – winter might be the Gold Coast’s best-kept secret. Winter is the season southern visitors don’t quite believe until they land. While Melbourne and Sydney shiver, Broadbeach in June, July and August serves up mild … Read more