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Aparthotel

Aruba Surf Resort

3.5 star property
Aparthotel with an outdoor pool, 5-minute walk to The Star Gold Coast

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Located close to The Star Gold Coast and Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre, Aruba Surf Resort provides a terrace, a garden, and car rentals on site. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Hot Tub
  • Pool
  • Barbecue grill
  • Free WiFi
  • Kitchen

Room options

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1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Studio (High Floor )

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Crib/infant bed
  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
  • 65 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Apartment | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Superior Apartment

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
  • 65 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

One Bedroom Apartment

Balcony
Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Washing machine
  • Sleeps 2

Studio Apartment

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Crib/infant bed
  • Sleeps 2

Superior Apartment

Balcony
Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Washing machine
  • Sleeps 3

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Interior

Superior Studio

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Crib/infant bed
  • Sleeps 2

Apartment-Ground Floor

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Crib/infant bed
  • Sleeps 2

About the neighborhood

Map
20-26 Anne Avenue (Cnr Surf Avenue), Broadbeach, QLD, 4218

What's nearby

  • Pacific Fair Shopping Centre - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • The Oasis - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • The Star Gold Coast - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Broadbeach Beach - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Broadbeach South Light Rail Station - 6 min walk
  • Varsity Lakes Station - 17 min drive
  • Coolangatta Airport (OOL) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪No Name Lane Espresso - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Bistro On3 - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Hideaway Kitchen & Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Guzman Y Gomez - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪No Name Lane - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Aruba Surf Resort

Aparthotel with an outdoor pool, 5-minute walk to The Star Gold Coast
This smoke-free aparthotel features an outdoor pool, a hot tub, and self parking. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and tour/ticket assistance. Each apartment features a kitchenette with a refrigerator and a microwave, plus a balcony and a flat-screen TV with cable channels. WiFi, an electric kettle, and a ceiling fan are among the other amenities available to guests. Housekeeping is available on request.
Aruba Surf Resort offers 30 accommodations with hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Accommodations at this 3.5-star aparthotel have kitchenettes with refrigerators, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include showers.

In-room wireless Internet access (speed: 50+ Mbps) is available for a surcharge. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. Housekeeping is provided on request.

An outdoor pool and a hot tub are on site.

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

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Sandy beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: WiFi (AUD 15 per stay)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Car rental
  • Secured, covered self parking on site (surcharge)

Kitchenette

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed: AUD 55 per night

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony/patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Climate control

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Luggage storage
  • Phone
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Location highlights

  • In a shopping district
  • In an entertainment district
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a metro station
  • Near a train station
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Segway rentals/tours nearby
  • Theme park nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Security system
  • Window guards
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • 30 units
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Built in 1997
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.5 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open Monday - Friday (8:30 AM - 5:00 PM) and Saturday - Sunday (9:00 AM - 11:00 AM)
Guests will receive lockbox information
If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests can choose to either self-clean the property prior to check-out, or pay an additional cleaning fee of AUD 67.17 (exact amount varies) at check-out
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk, lockbox

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 55 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are available for AUD 10 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: AUD 300 per accommodation, per stay
  • Breakage deposit: AUD 300 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for in-room wireless internet: AUD 15 per stay (rates may vary)
  • Housekeeping is available for an additional fee and varies based on unit size
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 10 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 55 per night
  • Towels fee: AUD 5 per person, per stay (or guests may bring their own)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.5 percent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and window guards
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
This property is professionally cleaned
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM

Property is also known as

Aruba Surf Broadbeach
Aruba Surf Resort
Aruba Surf Resort Broadbeach
Aruba Surf Hotel Broadbeach
Aruba Surf Resort Broadbeach, Gold Coast
Aruba Surf
Aruba Surf Resort Broadbeach
Aruba Surf Resort Aparthotel
Aruba Surf Resort Broadbeach
Aruba Surf Resort Aparthotel Broadbeach

Frequently asked questions

Does Aruba Surf Resort have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 8:00 AM–10:00 PM.

Is Aruba Surf Resort pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Aruba Surf Resort?

Self parking is available for a fee.

What time is check-in at Aruba Surf Resort?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Aruba Surf Resort?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Does Aruba Surf Resort provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Where is Aruba Surf Resort located?

Located in Broadbeach, this aparthotel is within a 5-minute walk of The Oasis and The Star Gold Coast. Pacific Fair Shopping Centre and Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre are also within 15 minutes. Broadbeach South Light Rail Station is 6 minutes by foot and Florida Gardens station is 24 minutes.

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Reviews

Aruba Surf Resort Reviews

7.8

Good

8.0

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

8.2

Staff & service

7.0

Eco-friendliness

7.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 176 out of 515 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 203 out of 515 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 66 out of 515 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 39 out of 515 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 31 out of 515 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Was a nice, quiet little surf resort, and I enjoyed my time there.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, communication
Great location. No lift.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bret

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Merilyn

Liked: Cleanliness, communication
The apartment was dated and lacking in the small things like a shelf in the shower to put things on, no spare toilet rolls or hand towels and not enough tea, coffee and milk supplied for 2 people for 4 days. The upside is that it is within walking distance to shops, beach and transport.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

4/10 Poor

Kylee

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Room was extremely old and gross. The carpets were actually horrible with stains everywhere. Will not be staying here again. I honestly excepted the place to be a little nicer for what I paid so I was very disappointed.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

2/10 Terrible

Marie-Anne Melissa

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Don't waste your money by booking this resort. I don't write bad review but needed to warn people. Holiday got ruin by staying in this place. Mold in bathroom, no aircon just so so bad. Look at review on internet for more info

4/10 Poor

Tom

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
After hours service appalling. Check in very difficult as no intercom to let them know you have arrived. Relied on other guest opening the gae.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

2/10 Terrible

Matthew

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Soon as I arrived in my hotel room it's smelled like poo there was no sink to wash my dishes no washing machine and dryer.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

2/10 Terrible

sandra

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
The room smelt terribly, carpets and curtains were stained and moldy, towels had hair on them and stains, toilet seat had huge cracks full of germs, customer service was shocking. Kids couldnt stop iching themselves all night so we had to leave ASAP in the morning. Definately not a 3 star property as advertised so many OTHER beautiful accommodatation places in broadbeach. Dont waste you money or holiday at this place.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

2/10 Terrible

Cindie

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
I booked this property as I was attending a conference nearby. I was not told about having to check in before 4pm when I booked. After a long day I arrived at my hotel to find we were locked out and nowhere to stay. I rang the "out of hours" phone number at least 10 times and left messages and sent multiple emails, STILL have not heard back. AND they kept my money! AVOID THIS RIP OFF HOTEL
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

2/10 Terrible

David Thomas

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Don’t stay here. Pay extra and stay somewhere decent. The whole place needs a make over and don’t get me started on the condition of the mattress. Old, dirty with springs sticking out everywhere. Really dirty room, the bare minimum of cleaning done. We couldn’t find the tv remote and had the misfortune of pull out the bed to find it. Disgusting to say the least. The carpet on the stairs was filthy, hand rails sticky. Linen and towels the cheapest of quality. The management are making as much money as they can by spending the very least that they have to. 0 out of 10
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2023

2/10 Terrible

Lisa

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
I booked this unit for myself & my mother who is 66, for a week holiday for her birthday. After walking up 4 flights of stairs she had a fall on the balcony as she walked through the curtains and fell on to the chair and broke it, mind you the chair was old... thankfully she only had a few bruises. The unit was absaloutly disgusting, the washing machine wasn't cleaned at all, had fluff and dirt and mould throughout the unit. The air con didn't work upon arrival, it wasn't stated you had to walk up 4 flights of stairs either. The after hours lady was helpful yet took almost 2 weeks to get a outcome of a refund, which was only givin a credit to stay there again. I have attached photos for a review. I wouldn't recommend staying here!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Karl

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic everything close by
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Hamed

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Communication
Was nice place
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

ricky

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very dirty room
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Nathalie

Disliked: Communication

IRRESPONSIBLE !!!

BED BUGS! After having spent a satisfactory first week despite a broken and unreplaced dryer, we decided to come back for a second week and were accommodated in another apartment. From the first day, we had reported a strong smell of damp and a clear lack of kitchen utensils. In addition, we had noticed some traces in the bed in the middle of the week, but it was only on Sunday lunchtime when we were remaking the bed that we understood that there were bedbugs in the mattress. We immediately contacted the emergency service who did not want to do anything or even offer alternative emergency accommodation despite our insistence (we only had one night left). It is absolutely scandalous! Of course, we immediately left the hotel and took a room only 5 minutes away at our expense... The next day, they did everything they could to apologize miserably by offering - A refund for the last night!!! WELL DONE, NEVER SEEN THIS BEFORE.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

William

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Handy location

Good location odd not to have sink in kitchen, sorted out tv issue quickly
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Minh Quang

Disliked: Communication

mr

The place a bit unclean carpet is soiled, dirty marks on furniture, not enough cooking utensils, the fox tell is unwatchable or very slow streaming internet.
Stayed 11 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great, 4th time I’ve stayed with them which says it all.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Jodie

Disliked: Communication
The lock to front gate is confusing,late arrival was horrible experience, couldn't unlock the safety bx to get my room key,then had to haul my luggage up 3 flights of stairs, not even tv in bedroom, room very dated and dusty if you moved a piece of furniture..Just found the whole experience a bit annoying.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
SAFE AND ALL THINGS ABLE TO WALK TO.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Peter

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Bathroom and kitchen was infested with cockroaches. Musty smell in room and noisy at night time. Wouldn’t stay there again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

JOANNE

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
cops turned up 4 times in 16 days whilst we were there shower dirty and under bed lolly stuck to carpet and not vacuumed but we just didn't say anything as we don't like to cause friction we just cleaned out shower and cleaned up carpet! we were just sleeping and showering their so wasn't worth the hassle even though we paid good money for it !!!
Stayed 16 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bret

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Everything you need. Excellent hosts
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Bengt

Liked: Communication
Disliked: Room comfort

Bra läge

Fick vänta 1 timme på att få lägenheten. Incheckningen var 14.00. Lägenheten var ok. Det kunde varit lite tavlor på väggarna. Jag jobbar med inredning så det var en deprimerande lägenhet. Soffan i rummet sunkig. Badrummet var fint och likaså köket.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

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