The Gold Coast for Grown-Ups: Luxe Escapes Without the Kids

Think the Gold Coast is just theme parks and playgrounds? Think again. For couples, solo travellers, and friends seeking a stylish, relaxing escape, the coast delivers in spades. From rooftop cocktails and oceanfront dining to spa days and boutique shopping, here’s how to do the Gold Coast the grown-up way.

1. Stay in Style

Skip the family resorts and check into one of GCLR’s luxe apartments or penthouses. Think panoramic ocean views, private balconies, plush interiors, and walking distance to the best restaurants and bars.

Top Picks:

Oracle Broadbeach – ideal for food lovers and bar hoppers
Soul Surfers Paradise – five-star beachfront living with sky-high views
Jewel Beachfront Residences – pure beachfront luxury, perfect for a special occasion

2. Sip with a View

Nothing says grown-up getaway like a cocktail with a view. Head to one of these elevated hot spots:

Hyde Paradiso (Soul) – Mediterranean vibes with ocean views
Nineteen at The Star – rooftop glamour, perfect for sunset drinks
The Exhibitionist Bar (HOTA) – artful drinks and skyline views

3. Spa Days & Self-Care

July is the perfect month for pampering. Book a luxury spa treatment, relax in a steam room, or indulge in a couples’ massage.

Local Favourites:

Evaiya Spa – tranquil and right in Surfers
Endota Spa Broadbeach – organic treatments and deep relaxation
Greenhouse the Bathhouse (Tallebudgera) – mineral pools, infrared sauna, cool plunge

4. Long Lunches & Elegant Dinners

With no kids in tow, it’s all about slow, indulgent meals. Start with champagne and end with dessert.

Grown-Up Dining Ideas:

Rick Shores – beachfront Asian fusion at its best
Social Eating House – upscale share plates and wine
La Luna – modern Mediterranean with mood lighting and creative cocktails

5. Boutique Shopping, Not Souvenirs

Skip the tacky tourist traps and explore local design and fashion.

Where to Shop:

James Street, Burleigh – think linen, local labels and luxe homewares
Pacific Fair’s Premium Wing – Zimmermann, Camilla, Aje and more
The Village Markets (1st & 3rd Sundays) – artisan fashion, food and music

6. Relax Your Way

Whether it’s a sleep-in, a sunset walk, or a wine and Netflix night with the balcony doors open, this is your holiday, no itinerary, no early wake-ups, no meltdowns.

Ready to experience the Gold Coast at a slower, more luxurious pace?
Book your grown-up escape with Gold Coast Luxury Resorts and indulge in the side of the coast most people never see.