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Guest suite in Elanora
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 189 reviewsThe Pines Studio @ Elanora
13 – 20 June
Apartment in Coolangatta
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 310 reviewsKirra Gem! A hop, step and a jump to Kirra Beach!
15 – 22 Jan
Guest suite in Tweed Heads
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 161 reviewsLuxury independent living with pool by the canal
11 – 18 June
Cottage in Piggabeen
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 273 reviewsTaliesin Farm-peace, quiet and views forever!
8 – 15 Mar
Apartment in Coolangatta
4.91 out of 5 average rating, 43 reviewsCalypso 112 Beachside Apartment
6 – 13 Feb
Apartment in Bilinga
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 54 reviewsLovely 1 bedroom unit just steps from the beach.
29 June – 6 July
Holiday home in Coolangatta
4.89 out of 5 average rating, 56 reviewsCooly Coastal Escape
19 – 26 Feb
Apartment in Coolangatta
4.9 out of 5 average rating, 41 reviewsRelaxed Kirra Coastal Vibe
18 – 25 June
Quick stats about holiday rentals in Coolangatta
Total rentals
430 properties
Rentals with a pool
230 properties have a pool
Pet-friendly rentals
20 properties allow pets
Family-friendly rentals
310 properties are a good fit for families
Total number of reviews
12K reviews
Nightly prices starting at
$15 AUD before taxes and fees
Your guide to Coolangatta
All About Coolangatta
Coolangatta is a coastal suburb at the Southern edge of Queensland’s Gold Coast, right on the border with New South Wales. Less than a two-hour drive from Brisbane and 40 minutes from the famous Surfers Paradise, Coolangatta is recognised worldwide for its laid-back beaches and surfing hotspots. It’s home to Greenmount Beach, the site of the oldest surf club in Queensland, and Snapper Rocks — the starting point of the Superbank, a surfing bank formed to create ideal surfing conditions. It’s no wonder many of Australia’s biggest surfing competitions take place here.
From Coolangatta, there’s a spectacular walking trail that wraps around Greenmount Hill connecting Greenmount Beach to Rainbow Bay. From there, you can head up the hill to Point Danger, where you can put one foot down in Queensland and the other in New South Wales. The views at the Point Danger lookout are stunning, and it is also a great place to spot a whale during migration season.
The best time to stay in a holiday rental in Coolangatta
The most pleasant time in Coolangatta is from August to October and April and May when the days are warm and the humidity isn’t as high. For 16 days in August, the Bleach Festival brings local and international artists in music, design, photography, and theatre to various locations on the Gold Coast. Summer also offers warm days and nights and lots of beach activities, so you’ll want to pack the sunscreen as it can get hot and humid. Even winter in Coolangatta is pleasant, with primarily crisp sunny days and mild nights. In June, the town focuses on Cooly on the Rocks — Australia’s biggest rock ‘n’ roll festival, which celebrates the music, fashion, and culture of the ‘50s, ‘60s, and ‘70s. Whenever you decide to visit, you’ll find a vast range of holiday rentals in Coolangatta to suit your taste.
Top things to do in Coolangatta
Coolangatta Beach
Coolangatta is an iconic Australian beach that’s often featured in movies and television series, primarily because of the incredible views of Surfers Paradise, especially at sunset. The beach is quieter than some others on the Gold Coast, offering a more relaxed atmosphere. Lifeguards usually patrol the beach, so it’s a good spot for swimmers of all abilities. While you’re here, grab some local fish and chips while you enjoy the views.
Cycle to Currumbin
You can hire a bike in town and ride the eight-kilometre route from Coolangatta to Currumbin. The bike path sticks close to the ocean’s edge for most of the way, offering pretty panoramas and places to stop. The relatively flat track makes for an easy ride, and you’ll pass the lovely Kirra Beach, which has a strip of shops and ocean-view cafes. You can also take this scenic path on foot.
Walk on Water walking track
Just over the border into Coolangatta’s twin town of Tweed Heads, this short trail showcases wild bushland and mangroves, along with Aboriginal cultural heritage. There is a wheelchair-accessible boardwalk through eucalypt forests, swamp forests, and other woodlands along the Tweed River. You can learn about native plants and local wildlife — look out for the royal spoonbill — while finding out more about the Minjungbal people. You’ll also come across Bora Ring, a sacred Aboriginal site that the Minjungbal people revere as a link to their ancestors.
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