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Darcy Arms Motel

3.0 star property
Travelers relax by the outdoor pool or unwind with drinks at the bar, creating memories at this welcoming motel near Cavill Avenue with garden views

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The Darcy Arms Motel welcomes guests with its garden setting and lobby fireplace. Visitors cool off in the outdoor pool or head to the on-site restaurant for a meal. Previous guests particularly appreciate the attentive staff who enhance the stay experience.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
  • Laundry

Room options

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Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking | Desk, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 60 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Twin Beds

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Desk, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Standard Room, Non Smoking (Standard Double Room)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(19 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Family Room

  • Sleeps 6

Interconnecting Room

  • Sleeps 4

Interconnecting Queen Room with Two Bathrooms

  • Sleeps 5

About the neighborhood

Located in Surfers Paradise, a neighborhood in Gold Coast, Darcy Arms Motel is in the entertainment district and near the beach. Cavill Avenue and Robina Town Centre are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Broadbeach Beach and Surfers Paradise Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Gold Coast Turf Club or Gold Coast Seniors Tennis Club. Visit our Gold Coast travel guide
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2923 Gold Coast Highway, Surfers Paradise, QLD, 4217

What's nearby

  • Broadbeach Beach
    Broadbeach Beach
    7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • SkyPoint Observation Deck
    SkyPoint Observation Deck
    9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Surfers Paradise Beach
    Surfers Paradise Beach
    12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Cavill Avenue
    Cavill Avenue
    15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Chevron Renaissance
    17 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Florida Gardens station
    9 min walk
  • Varsity Lakes Station
    22 min drive
  • Coolangatta Airport (OOL)
    35 min drive

Restaurants

  • Social House
    8 min walk
  • Horizon Sky Dining
    9 min walk
  • Waves Buffet Restaurant
    9 min walk
  • 26° & Sunny
    8 min walk
  • Relish Restaurant & Bar
    9 min walk

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Property amenities

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1980
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Special check-in instructions

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 ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 20.0 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 20.0 per night

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; cash is not accepted
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties
Parking height restrictions apply

Frequently asked questions

Does Darcy Arms Motel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Darcy Arms Motel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Darcy Arms Motel?

Check-in end time: 10 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

Where is Darcy Arms Motel located?

Located in Surfers Paradise, this motel is within a 10-minute walk of SkyPoint Observation Deck and Broadbeach Beach. Cavill Avenue and Surfers Paradise Beach are also within 1 mi (2 km). Florida Gardens station is 9 minutes by foot and Cypress Avenue Station is 22 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Darcy Arms Motel Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.4

Cleanliness

7.8

Location

8.6

Staff & service

7.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 145 out of 362 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 155 out of 362 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 40 out of 362 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 362 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 362 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The female staff member that checked us in was very friendly and welcoming . She really went out of her way to help. The room was all we needed, bed was comfortable and shower good. It was great being connected to the Irish pub for good reasonably priced meals and drinks. It is close to the light rail stops and easy walk to the water. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Calie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was lovely in terms of the service, location, clean room and nice relaxed motel. We loved the food at the restaurant it was next level. It was so close to walk to the main beach and we caught the tram for .50c outside the motel to Cavil Ave which was so easy. Highly recommend this place for a cheap comfortable stay.
Surfers only 14 min walk along the Jubilee boardwalk to centre
Outside our room
Motel room outside
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Tracey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and easy walk to beach and dining options.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good value for money and central location
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great homely atmosphere, friendly and helpful staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great place to stay with amazing staff who go out of their way to make your stay enjoyable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Tod

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff and service were fantastic.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

COLIN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean. Great food and drink. Easy free parking. We will be back!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ricky

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What an amazing place. Only needed a bed to sleep but was so impressed with the cool restaurant and bar. Such a hidden gem!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Merle

Liked: Staff & service
Good food and great, friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
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8/10 Good

Erica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Irish pub with good pub food is attached to property.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very friendly and accommodating staff, the place had a really nice feel to it.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Alexandra

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great location, nice clean place. Good ambiance on property.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
- Quick and easy check-in / check-out - Clean - Easy and secure parking - Convenient location (short walk to beach and restaurants)
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quick and easy check in. Clean and comfortable rooms. Perfect location to get around
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this place. Basic accommodation but always clean with great staff. Pub is sensational.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good food at pub, good friendly service, comfortable room
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Adele

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Family getaway

Amazing. The location, being able to cross the road and jump on a tram. Walk to the end of the street for the beach. The convenience shop and the restaurant attached to it was delicious and so friendly. Can’t wait to come back!! We did washing and drying there. My kids loved it.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was very comfortable, economical and in a great location. We could walk to the Broadbeach Blues Festival if we wished.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fairly basic room with direct access to the pub! Good value for money, and very friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Weekend stay

Easy check in. The place is a little noisy as it is right on the main road. Friendly staff and quick walk to Surfers or Broadbeach cafes.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to surfers paradise and broad beach
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liza

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to tram stop, walking distance to Surfers Paradise mall and Northcliffe Surf Lifesaving Club. Easy to find, undercover parking, pleasant staff and clean facilities.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Kazuho

Liked: Staff & service
The location is very convenient - walking distance to surfer's paradise, and steps away from the beach! The pub located in the hotel is also delicious. Make sure to check their daily specials and try at least once while you are there. If you are arriving late, make sure to call the hotel in advance to arrange a late check-in!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Only problem was noise.

The room itself was great, nice and clean, and the location was amazing. My only problem was the bar at the motel, it was so loud most of the day and early night, especially when they had live music. I couldn't relax in my room because of that.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025