Sea World, Gold Coast

Who doesn’t dream of staying overnight in a water park where you can see Jet Ski stunts, life-sized Nickelodeon stars, plus dolphins, sea lions and polar bears?

Sea World Resort & Water Park is a hotel and water park with a theme park right next door. Enjoy a room with a harbor or ocean views, a SpongeBob-themed water playground, boat and Jet Ski rides, children’s activities and animal encounters. Dolphins and polar bears in the theme park delight mass audiences, but you can also interact individually with the sea animals. The park has a rescue program for injured and orphaned coastal creatures.

One big bonus of staying in the resort is VIP seating at selected shows at the theme park. The Kids Club runs fun programs for the little ones, so parents have time to relax with a massage or try one of the water sports offered.

Take a parasailing or jet-boat lesson, or rent a Jet Ski to get out on the Broadwater. A helicopter ride offers a bird’s-eye view of the coastal strip. If you’re keen to interact with seals and dolphins, pay to join the trainers underwater at Animal Adventures and watch them feed the sharks.

At the Sea World theme park next door, throw yourself in the deep end on thrilling rides. Hop on the Jet Ski roller coaster and get whisked through rock pools and caves at speeds of up to 45 miles per hour (75 kilometers per hour).

See the penguins, feed a sting ray, watch a dolphin or seal show – you can even watch polar bears swimming underwater. Sea World’s breeding program gives you a chance to meet baby dolphins in the Nursery Pool. At the Seabird Aviary, injured birds are rehabilitated for return to the wild.

Sea World Resort & Water Park is located at Main Beach. This resort is aimed at families, and the theme park caters mainly to children. You can get a package deal for both. Resort guests can enjoy unlimited use of the Water Park, and visitors to Sea World theme park can upgrade to include this venue. Be aware that it gets crowded during school holidays.

The Sea World theme park is open every day except Christmas. Some animal interactions require you to pay extra. Buy a VIP Pass if you plan on visiting the three major parks: Movie World, Sea World and Wet'n'Wild.

Seaworld Dr, Main Beach QLD 4217, Australia | View Google Map

Things to do near Sea World, Gold Coast

Jet Boat Ride with Drop-Off at Sea World

By Jet Boat Extreme

Recommended 100% by Travellers

You could travel to Sea World by car, but it's a whole lot more exciting to get there on a high-powered, high-speed jet boat. Fly across the waves at up to 50

Duration: 55m

Stradbroke Island Day Trip & Seaplane Flight

By Cloud 9 Seaplanes

Recommended 100% by Travellers

Take a day trip to beautiful Stradbroke Island by seaplane and enjoy an exciting day on the beach. Embark on a scenic flight over the Gold Coast on your way

Duration: 4h 30m

14 Day Mega Pass: Movie World, Sea World, Wet'n'Wild + More

By Village Roadshow Theme Parks

Recommended 96% by Travellers

Supersize your Theme Park experience with a Village Roadshow Mega Pass. Get 14 days unlimited entry to 4 Theme Parks including Warner Bros. Movie World, Sea

Duration: 14 Tag

7-Day Super Pass: Movie World, Sea World & Wet'n'Wild

By Village Roadshow Theme Parks

Recommended 88% by Travellers

Make your next Gold Coast holiday full of fun and family adventures with a Village Roadshow Super Pass. Get 7 days unlimited entry to Warner Bros. Movie

Duration: 7d

Cruise to Marine Village at Sanctuary Cove

By Sea World Whale Watch

Slice through the protected waters of the Gold Coast Broadwater as you ride on a luxurious vessel bound for the shops and cafes of Marine Village in Sanctuary

Duration: 5h

Scenic Seaplane Experience

By Cloud 9 Seaplanes

There's no better way to appreciate the immaculate beauty of Australia's Gold Coast than from high in the sky aboard a comfortable seaplane. Take in stunning

Duration: 20m+

Attractions and Neighbourhoods near Sea World, Gold Coast

Southport

From the district’s well-heeled showbiz scene of the late 1890s to its current role as the city’s CBD, Southport knows how to do business.

Cavill Avenue

Bustling nightlife, great shopping and a legendary surfing beach make this avenue the exciting centre of Surfer’s Paradise on the Gold Coast.

Ripley's Believe It or Not

Explore unusual objects, such as shrunken heads and a giant transformer made of car parts. Race around lasers and try to balance in twin spinning tunnels.

Surfers Paradise Beach

This stretch of beach is known for its regular sets of rolling waves, with high-rise hotels and bustling nightlife along the sandy shore.

SkyPoint Observation Deck

Enjoy a drink and take in far-reaching views across the Surfers Paradise shoreline toward the Gold Coast Hinterland at this towering beachside observation deck.

Hotels near Sea World, Gold Coast

Vibe Hotel Gold Coast

42 Ferny Avenue

Rated 4.0 / 5 by Guests

Located in Surfers Paradise, this luxury hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Cavill Avenue, Surfers Paradise Beach, and Slingshot. The Oasis and Broadwater Parklands are also within 3 mi (5 km). Florida Gardens station is 25 minutes by foot.

Novotel Surfers Paradise

Cnr Surfers Paradise Blvd and Hanlan St

Rated 3.8 / 5 by Guests

Located in Surfers Paradise, this luxury hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Cavill Avenue and Surfers Paradise Beach. Slingshot and Broadwater Parklands are also within 3 mi (5 km). Florida Gardens station is 21 minutes by foot.

Mantra Circle on Cavill

9 Ferny Ave

Rated 4.4 / 5 by Guests

This family-friendly Gold Coast aparthotel is located near the beach, within a 10-minute walk of Cavill Avenue, Slingshot, and Surfers Paradise Beach. The Oasis and Broadwater Parklands are also within 3 mi (5 km). Florida Gardens station is 23 minutes by foot.

Mantra on View Hotel

22 View Avenue

Rated 4.1 / 5 by Guests

Located in Surfers Paradise, this luxury hotel is steps from Infinity Attraction and Surfers Paradise Beach. Slingshot and Cavill Avenue are also within 10 minutes. Florida Gardens station is 29 minutes by foot.

Mantra Legends Hotel

Cnr Surfers Paradise Blvd. & Laycock St

Rated 4.0 / 5 by Guests

This family-friendly Gold Coast hotel is located near the beach, within a 5-minute walk of SkyPoint Observation Deck, Surfers Paradise Beach, and Cavill Avenue. Slingshot and The Oasis are also within 3 mi (5 km). Florida Gardens station is 17 minutes by foot.

Hilton Surfers Paradise Residences

6 ORCHID AVENUE, 0

Rated 4.3 / 5 by Guests

Location

The Star Grand at The Star Gold Coast

Casino DriveBroadbeach Island Gold Coast, Broadbeach Island Gold Coast

Rated 4.5 / 5 by Guests

Located in Broadbeach, this luxury hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Pacific Fair Shopping Centre and Surfers Paradise Beach. Cavill Avenue and Slingshot are also within 3 mi (5 km). Broadbeach South Light Rail Station is 7 minutes by foot and Florida Gardens station is 22 minutes.

voco Gold Coast, an IHG Hotel

31 Hamilton Avenue

Rated 4.3 / 5 by Guests

Located in Surfers Paradise, this luxury hotel is within a 10-minute walk of SkyPoint Observation Deck, Surfers Paradise Beach, and Cavill Avenue. Chevron Renaissance and Pacific Fair Shopping Centre are also within 3 mi (5 km). Florida Gardens station is 15 minutes by foot.

Mantra Towers of Chevron

23 Ferny Avenue

Rated 4.1 / 5 by Guests

Located in Surfers Paradise, this aparthotel is steps from Draculas Haunted House and Cavill Avenue. Slingshot and Surfers Paradise Beach are also within 10 minutes. Florida Gardens station is 25 minutes by foot.

Hilton Surfers Paradise Hotel and Residences

6 Orchid Ave Surfers Paradise

Rated 4.2 / 5 by Guests

This family-friendly Gold Coast hotel is located by the ocean, within a 5-minute walk of Cavill Avenue and Surfers Paradise Beach. SkyPoint Observation Deck and Pacific Fair Shopping Centre are also within 3 mi (5 km). Florida Gardens station is 24 minutes by foot.

Chateau Beachside

Corner The Esplanade & Elkhorn Avenue

Rated 3.7 / 5 by Guests

Located in Surfers Paradise, this beachfront hotel is in the city center and within a 5-minute walk of Surfers Paradise Beach and Cavill Avenue. Sea World and Slingshot are also within 3 mi (5 km). Florida Gardens station is 28 minutes by foot.

JW Marriott Gold Coast Resort & Spa

158 Ferny Avenue

Rated 4.6 / 5 by Guests

This family-friendly Gold Coast hotel is located by the ocean, within a 10-minute walk of Budds Beach, Surfers Paradise Beach, and Slingshot. Cavill Avenue and Broadwater Parklands are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Mantra Twin Towns

Corner Griffith & Wharf Street

Rated 4.4 / 5 by Guests

This family-friendly Tweed Heads hotel is located near the airport, within a 5-minute walk of Twin Towns Services Club and Coolangatta Beach. Kirra Beach is 0.6 mi (1 km) away.

Crowne Plaza Surfers Paradise, an IHG Hotel

2807 Gold Coast Highway

Rated 4.5 / 5 by Guests

Located in Surfers Paradise, this luxury hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Surfers Paradise Beach, Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre, and Cavill Avenue. Pacific Fair Shopping Centre and Sea World are also within 6 mi (10 km). Florida Gardens station is only a 2-minute walk and Broadbeach South Light Rail Station is 26 minutes.

QT Gold Coast

Cnr Gold Coast Highway And Staghorn Ave7 Staghorn Avenue, 7 Staghorn Avenue

Rated 4.4 / 5 by Guests

Love the quirky retro style of QT, and the extra little touches that make you feel like you're on holiday. The Bazaar buffet is one of the best on the coast, and you're right beside the beach!

Broadbeach Holiday Apartments

24-26 Queensland AvenuePhoenician Complex, Phoenician Complex

Rated 4.2 / 5 by Guests

This family-friendly Gold Coast hotel is located near the airport, within a 10-minute walk of The Oasis, Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre, and Kurrawa Beach. Pacific Fair Shopping Centre is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) away. Broadbeach South Light Rail Station is 13 minutes by foot and Florida Gardens station is 17 minutes.

Mermaid Waters Hotel by Nightcap Plus

Cnr Markeri Street & Sunshine Boulevard

Rated 4.1 / 5 by Guests

Located in Mermaid Waters, this hotel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre, The Oasis, and Surfers Paradise Beach. SkyPoint Observation Deck and Cbus Super Stadium are also within 6 mi (10 km). Broadbeach South Light Rail Station is 27 minutes by foot.

Mantra Sierra Grand

22 Surf Parade

Rated 4.3 / 5 by Guests

Located in Broadbeach, this luxury aparthotel is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Kurrawa Beach and within 3 mi (5 km) of Surfers Paradise Beach and Cavill Avenue. Slingshot and Burleigh Beach are also within 3 mi (5 km). Broadbeach South Light Rail Station is only a 4-minute walk and Florida Gardens station is 26 minutes.

Sovereign Gold Coast

138 Ferny Avenue

Rated 3.9 / 5 by Guests

Located in Surfers Paradise, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of King Tutts Putt Putt and Budds Beach. Slingshot and Surfers Paradise Beach are also within 10 minutes.

Palazzo Versace

94 Seaworld Dr

Rated 4.5 / 5 by Guests

Located in Main Beach, this luxury hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Marina Mirage Shopping Centre and Sea World. Broadwater Parklands and Surfers Paradise Beach are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Sea World Resort

Sea World Drive Main Beach Gold Coast

Rated 4.3 / 5 by Guests

This family-friendly Gold Coast hotel is located on the waterfront, within a 15-minute walk of Philip Park and Sea World. Marina Mirage Shopping Centre and Sand Pumping Jetty are also within 1 mi (2 km).

Mercure Gold Coast Resort

64 Palm Meadows Drive

Rated 4.2 / 5 by Guests

This family-friendly Gold Coast hotel is located near the airport, 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Palm Meadows Golf Course, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Metricon Stadium and Surfers Paradise Beach.

Greenmount Beach House

3 Hill Street

Rated 3.7 / 5 by Guests

Located in Coolangatta, this beachfront hotel is in the city center and within a 10-minute walk of Greenmount Beach, Point Danger Light, and Tweed Mall.

Peppers Broadbeach

21 Elizabeth Ave

Rated 4.7 / 5 by Guests

Located in Broadbeach, this luxury aparthotel is within a 5-minute walk of Oracle Boulevard, Pratten Park, and The Oasis. Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre and Kurrawa Beach are also within 10 minutes. Broadbeach South Light Rail Station is 8 minutes by foot and Florida Gardens station is 22 minutes.