Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Main Beach travel guide

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You're Going to Love Main Beach

With a population of 5 645, Main Beach is a must-see destination in Queensland, Australia. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Main Beach to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Main Beach

If you’re looking for affordable options, Ladybird (94 Seaworld Dr Waterfront Palazzo Versace) and Southport Yacht Club (1 Macarthur Pde) are great picks.

When to visit Main Beach

Main Beach in March
Estimated hotel price
C$ 247
1 night at 3-star hotel
Main Beach in March
Estimated hotel price
C$ 247
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Main Beach

Plane

When flying to Main Beach, you’ll arrive at Coolangatta Gold Coast (OOL), which is located 24 km from the city centre The shortest flight to Main Beach from Canada departs from Vancouver and takes around 19h 50m.

Car

Another option to get to Main Beach is to pick up a car rental from Brisbane, which is about 67 km from Main Beach. You’ll find branches of Simba Car Hire and Bargain Car Rentals, among others, in Brisbane.

Plane

When flying to Main Beach, you’ll arrive at Coolangatta Gold Coast (OOL), which is located 24 km from the city centre The shortest flight to Main Beach from Canada departs from Vancouver and takes around 19h 50m.

Car

Another option to get to Main Beach is to pick up a car rental from Brisbane, which is about 67 km from Main Beach. You’ll find branches of Simba Car Hire and Bargain Car Rentals, among others, in Brisbane.

Airports near Main Beach

MCYMaroochydore Sunshine Coast
BNEBrisbane
OOLCoolangatta Gold Coast

Airlines serving Main Beach

Lufthansa
Good (7,380 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,382 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,332 reviews)
Delta
Good (7,977 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,717 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,951 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,905 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,943 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,472 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,612 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,316 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,082 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,480 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,243 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (10,824 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,321 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (980 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,354 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (849 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,025 reviews)
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Where to stay in Main Beach

From 5-star hotels such as the Imperial Hotel Gold Coast to great affordable options like the Carrington Court Apartments, Main Beach offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around C$ 201 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to C$ 246 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Main Beach

Most booked hotels in Main Beach

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Hilton Surfers Paradise Hotel & Residences
5 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
C$ 236+
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Voco Gold Coast By IHG
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
C$ 142+
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Sea World Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
C$ 261+
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The Star Grand at The Star Gold Coast
5 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
C$ 220+
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Imperial Hotel Gold Coast
5 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
C$ 281+
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Maldives Resort Main Beach, Gold Coast
3 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
C$ 153+
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Renting a car in Main Beach

Expect to pay C$ 1.39 per litre in Main Beach (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 16.66 and C$ 22.21.

Expect to pay C$ 1.39 per litre in Main Beach (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 16.66 and C$ 22.21.

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