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Aparthotel

Bay of Palms

3.5 star property
Lakefront aparthotel with a seasonal outdoor pool and a bar

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Kayaking
Deluxe 1 bedroom | Living area | Flat-screen TV
Exterior
1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished
Fridge, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle, cookware/dishes/utensils
Located near Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary, Bay of Palms creates a relaxed atmosphere with its garden and arcade room. Guests can enjoy on-site kayaking, fishing, or rowing, then unwind beside the pool on comfortable sun loungers.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Barbecue grill
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen

Room options

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1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

Standard Studio

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

Deluxe Studio

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Lakefront Studio | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

Standard Lakefront Studio

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

Deluxe Lakefront Studio

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

Standard 1 bedroom

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
  • 1 bedroom
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe 1 bedroom | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

Deluxe 1 bedroom

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Lakefront 1 bedroom

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

Deluxe Lakefront 1 bedroom

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
  • 1 bedroom
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

Standard Room, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

Deluxe Room, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

Standard Lakefront 2 bedroom

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

Basic Studio

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
12 Coolgardie Street, Elanora, QLD, 4221

What's nearby

  • The Pines Elanora - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Currumbin Beach - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary - 3 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Kirra Beach - 9 min drive - 5.7 miles
  • Coolangatta Beach - 9 min drive - 6.2 miles

Getting around

  • Varsity Lakes Station - 16 min drive
  • Coolangatta Airport (OOL) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Supreme Kebabs - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Shelf Deli Cafe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Balter Brewing Company - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Crema Espresso - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Iron & Resin Garage - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Bay of Palms

Lakefront aparthotel with a seasonal outdoor pool and a bar
Along with an outdoor pool, this smoke-free aparthotel has a bar/lounge and a seasonal outdoor pool. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, laundry facilities, a computer station, and an arcade/game room are onsite. Each apartment features free WiFi, a flat-screen TV, and a kitchenette with a refrigerator. Room service, a coffee/tea maker, and a ceiling fan are among the other amenities available to guests. Weekly housekeeping is available.
Bay of Palms offers 44 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Accommodations at this 3.5-star aparthotel have kitchenettes with refrigerators and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include showers.

This Gold Coast aparthotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Additionally, rooms include ceiling fans and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided weekly.

Recreational amenities at the aparthotel 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

Pool/Spa

  • Fenced pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Family friendly

  • Pool gate

Kitchenette

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

Dining

  • A bar/lounge
  • Room service

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed: AUD 30 per day

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV in common areas

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Work spaces

  • Computer station

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Blackout drapes
  • Housekeeping (weekly)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Phone
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Vending machine

Location highlights

  • In a shopping district
  • In the suburbs
  • Near the airport
  • Near the boardwalk/promenade
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Fishing
  • Kayaking
  • Rowing/canoeing
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Whale watching 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)
  • Window guards

General

  • 2 floors
  • 44 units
  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Garden
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: AUD 50.00
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - 5 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 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
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 30.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Late check-out fee: AUD 50.00 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 30.0 per day

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
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
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 window guards
This property is professionally cleaned

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The seasonal pool will be open from January to December
Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

Bay Palms Apartment Elanora
Bay Palms Elanora
Bay Of Palms Resort Gold Coast/Elanora
Bay Of Palms Hotel
Bay of Palms Elanora
Bay of Palms Aparthotel
Bay of Palms Aparthotel Elanora

Frequently asked questions

Does Bay of Palms have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 7:00 AM–9:00 PM.

Is Bay of Palms pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Bay of Palms?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Bay of Palms?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Bay of Palms?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM. Late check-out is available for AUD 50.00 (subject to availability).

Where is Bay of Palms located?

Located in Elanora, this aparthotel is within 2 mi (3 km) of The Pines Elanora, Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary, and Currumbin Beach. Kirra Beach and Coolangatta Beach are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Bay of Palms Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 260 out of 699 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 287 out of 699 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 95 out of 699 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 35 out of 699 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 22 out of 699 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Enjoyed our stay
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cassandra

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Family stay Great location

Great location close to shopping centre. Clean rooms and great pool
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danny

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Awesome place to stay
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

HENRY

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was clean and well presented , it was ideal for my needs and thought the plug in hot plate was grate .
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Juanita

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Enjoyed my stay lots of hills and beaches to walk.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
It's a great place to stay. The location is fantastic: near the mall, near the bus stop, near the beach. And the pool was really nice also, the beds were comfortable, we really enjoyed it. The only negative was the tiny cockroaches we found every day in our room.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Corrina

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Many permanent residents, to which the complex seemed tired. Average room, okay emiuncomfortable bed
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

kapene

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great property, friendly staff, would definitely dtay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gemma

Beautiful rooms very friendly people
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very friendly staff and freshly renovated room.
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Everything went smoothly from booking up to check in .
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janine

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We loved the location of this hotel. The pool was a big favorite and it was lovely looking out of our room onto the pool.

8/10 Good

Glenys

Everything was provided for a short stay and the linen was crisp white and the queen mattress was very comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very convenient for our needs.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
clean quiet and resonably price for what was on offer in room
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Bernhard

Liked: Communication
Location was a good point
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Excellent property for a very reasonable price. Nice clean rooms with lots of space.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicole Ngoc

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very nice and comfy 1 bedroom apartment with full kitchenware and large fridge for family stay. Love to comeback next trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very quiet, clean and friendly people. Access to shopping, dining and transport at walking distance.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Tarsha

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Ease of check in and check out
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

nat

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very clean and tidy nice people
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

2/10 Terrible

Hemadri

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very dilapidated and dirty property. TV did not work and appropriate number of linens and towel were not provided for the third guest booked .
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Nicole Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The shower was wonderful, i would have prefered an iron in the room, but everything else was great
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very convenient
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karolina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful surroundings, a real Bay of Palms! Pity I have not seen a receptionist. Nonetheless, communication re check in was very friendly and efficient. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

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