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Dorchester on the Beach

4.5 star property
Beachfront hotel in Gold Coast with free parking

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4.5 Star Beachfront Apartment | Living area | TV, DVD player
4.5 Star Beachfront Apartment | Living area | TV, DVD player
4.5 Star Beachfront Apartment | Living area | TV, DVD player
4.5 Star Beachfront Apartment | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher
4.5 Star Beachfront Apartment | Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Parking included
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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3 Garfield Terrace, Surfers Paradise, QLD, 4217
  • Place, Surfers Paradise Beach
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Cavill Avenue
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Pacific Fair Shopping Centre
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Gold Coast, QLD (OOL-Coolangatta)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Room options

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4 Star Beachfront Apartment | Living area | TV, DVD player

4 Star Beachfront Apartment

  • 107 sq ft
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Twin Beds

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4.5 Star Beachfront Apartment | Living area | TV, DVD player

4.5 Star Beachfront Apartment

  • 107 sq ft
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Twin Beds

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4.5 Star Beachfront Penthouse | Living area | TV, DVD player

4.5 Star Beachfront Penthouse

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 7
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Twin Beds

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Living area | TV, DVD player

4 Star Beachfront Apartment

  • Sleeps 7

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Living area | TV, DVD player

4.5 Beachfront Apartment

  • Sleeps 7

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Living area | TV, DVD player

4.5 Beachfront Penthouse

  • Sleeps 7

About the neighborhood

Gold Coast

Located in Surfers Paradise within a short walk of Surfers Paradise Beach, Dorchester on the Beach is within a mile (2 km) of other popular sights such as Cavill Avenue. This 4.5-star hotel has 21 guestrooms and offers an outdoor pool, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Surfers Paradise Beach - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Cavill Avenue - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • The Star Gold Coast - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Pacific Fair Shopping Centre - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • The Oasis - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

  • Florida Gardens station - 11 min walk
  • Gold Coast City Coomera Station - 24 min drive
  • Coolangatta Airport (OOL) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tokyo Sushi - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Relish Restaurant & Bar - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Shooeys - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Costa Taco - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Longboards Laidback Eatery & Bar - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Dorchester on the Beach

Beachfront hotel in Gold Coast with free parking
Guests of Dorchester on the Beach enjoy features like an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and a terrace. A stay here includes free parking. Helpful staff can provide dry cleaning/laundry services and tour or ticket assistance. Other amenities at this beach hotel include laundry facilities, a picnic area, and barbecue grills.
Guests can expect free WiFi and TVs with DVD players. Beds sport premium bedding and bathrooms offer hair dryers. Kitchens, washers/dryers, and balconies are other standard amenities. Housekeeping is available once per stay.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • DVD player
  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • In-room washer/dryer
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Separate in-room dining area

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (once per stay)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • On the waterfront
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Elevator (51 inch wide door)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 16 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV with premium channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Separate dining area
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Free local calls
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Separate sitting area
  • Washer/dryer

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 5 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Friday (9 AM - 5 PM) and Saturday - Saturday (9 AM - noon)
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 5 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from October 16 2025 to December 31 2025 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Select guestrooms
Renovation work will only be conducted during business hours on weekdays. Every effort will be made to minimize noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 50 per day
  • Cribs/infant beds are available for AUD 50 per stay

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Deposit: AUD 300.00 per accommodation, per stay

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 50 per stay
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 50 per day

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 2 PM—-5 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The hotel can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Parking has height restrictions.

National rating

This property has been awarded a star rating from the Australian Star Ratings Agency, Star Ratings Australia.

Property is also known as

Dorchester Beach Apartment Surfers Paradise
Dorchester Beach Surfers Paradise
Dorchester Beach Hotel Surfers Paradise
Dorchester On The Beach Gold Coast/Surfers Paradise
Dorchester on the Beach Hotel
Dorchester on the Beach Surfers Paradise
Dorchester on the Beach Hotel Surfers Paradise

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see near Dorchester on the Beach ?

This hotel is situated in Surfers Paradise within a short 16-minute walk of Cavill Avenue and also 11 minutes on foot from Surfers Paradise Beach. You'll also find The Star Gold Coast and Slingshot within a short drive.

How much does it cost to stay at Dorchester on the Beach ?

As of Nov 10, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Dorchester on the Beach on Nov 18, 2025 start from $514.11, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Will I be able to park at Dorchester on the Beach ?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does Dorchester on the Beach feature a casino on the premises?

No, Dorchester on the Beach doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Dorchester on the Beach ?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Dorchester on the Beach ?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this beachfront hotel include a kitchen and premium bedding in each guestroom with some featuring ocean views.

Are there hot tubs at Dorchester on the Beach ?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Dorchester on the Beach have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, Dorchester on the Beach doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Dorchester on the Beach allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Dorchester on the Beach .

Does Dorchester on the Beach have connecting rooms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to Dorchester on the Beach ?

The closest major airport to Dorchester on the Beach is Coolangatta Airport (OOL), which is 18.7 mi away (39 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Dorchester on the Beach ?

Yes, every guestroom at Dorchester on the Beach comes with a balcony with some featuring ocean views.

Dorchester on the Beach Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 57 out of 94 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 23 out of 94 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 94 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 94 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 94 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

sally

Traveled with family and small children
The property is in a beautiful location but for the money I spent I expected the apartment to be a little cleaner and newer…. It was not 4 1/2 stars.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent beachfront Gold Coast apartment

Staying at the Dorchester on the Beach was an excellent choice for our three night family getaway. The location was amazing - looking straight out across the ocean we could see and hear the ocean from both balconies. Three roomy bedrooms and three toilets and bathrooms were most appreciated. Kitchen had everything we needed and more and the laundry was clean with a new front loading washer and dryer. Even though the reception was rarely open, the after hours check in was seamless and efficient. We would definitely stay here again for the right price.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Calvin, Vancouver Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We couldn't have been happier with our place. It had a very well appointed kitchen and the furniture was very comfortable to take in the most amazing view. The building is right on the beach and just a short walk to the eateries in Surfers Paradise. Would definately recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020

8/10 Good

WESLEY

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice penthouse

I stayed in penthouse. Everything is good. The floor is not very clean. And 2 dead mosquito was on the bed. Kitchen light not brigh enough. Room r very comfortable. Good views. Furniture not old. Car park space small. U need drive very carefully.Wifi is fine.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Barrie, Toowoomba

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location for a beach experience. Good location for Surfers & Broadbeach. Excellent BBQ faculties & warm pool. Very easy accomodation to holiday in.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

Sarit

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely apartment, right on the beach. Safe parking.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Loved the location. Modern unit with brilliant views. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Great position, great for families. Our room could do with a bit of an update to refresh it.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

Amanda

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in unit 15. Room was fantastic. Very modern, very clean and the best views! Perfect for a long weekend away!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Ekim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was my first visit to Surfers Paradise. Was searching for a hotel for my solo travel. Ocean views of the apartments helped me to make my decision quick. Booked 3 bedroom 4 star ocean view apartment. When I arrive my check in was very easy and pleasant. Karen gave me lot's of necessary information about the area and the apartment. My apartment was exactly what I was expecting. Stunning view, spotless clean, spacious rooms, laundry and a fully equiped kitchen with amazing view. Ocean view is breath-taking and walk to beach in no time. Outdoor swimming pool is heated so you enjoy the warm pool when there is wind outside. Easy beach walk to grocery store and restaurants in max 10mn. If you are looking for safe and family oriented stay, Dorchester on the Beach is %100 what you searching for. Karen and Michael is super friendly.They made my solo holiday so great and made me feel like I am at home. At the end, I didn't want to come back and I extended my stay for 1 extra day :) I did have a chance to see most of the different apartments. They are all stunning and especially 4.5 stars are very luxuries. I will advise this apartments everyone now and in the future and I am looking forward to come back for another retreat in this heavenly place. I can't even thank enough to Karen & Michael being extremely warm and welcoming to me. Absolutely fantastic. See you soon my dear new friends !
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and can walk straight onto the beach. The penthouse apartment had lots of room with a big upstairs deck so it would have been great if it had a bbq
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Tony

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent for families. Spacious. Right in the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
We liked that it was a short walk to surfers central via the beach or by street. Close to restaurants and hotels.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Great quiet location, loved being right on the beach!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great ocean views. Very big apartment. Very clean.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location right on the beach with easy walk to shops. Surf club very close and a fairly quiet location.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Leah, Canberra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Right on the beach, and the staff were incredible so welcoming, I'll be coming back with my whole family.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Carmen, Toukley nsw

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing views from every room Spacious with excellent decor, comfortable beds,easy beach access had everything we needed no faults at all didn't want to leave
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

William, Sydney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hotel staff are awesome ! The hotel was absolutely amazing! Beautiful and clean and the most spectacular views in Surfers Paradise!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2018

6/10 Okay

Abhay

Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2018