The Island Recognised as a Traveler-Favourite Hotel
The Island Gold Coast is pleased to announce today that it has been recognised in Tripadvisor’s Travelers’ Choice Awards for 2024. The award honours businesses that consistently earn great reviews, placing them among the top 10% of listings around the world on Tripadvisor.
As the world’s largest travel guidance platform, Tripadvisor has unparalleled authority with travelers. This award is based on genuine feedback from anyone in the community who has visited and left an authentic, first-hand review on Tripadvisor over a 12-month period, making it a valuable and trustworthy designation of great places to visit.
“I am delighted to express our gratitude to our valued visitors and reviewers,” said Ross McFarlane, General Manager of The Island Gold Coast. “Your support and feedback have been instrumental in our journey. I extend a special thank you to our dedicated staff whose hard work and commitment have made this achievement possible. We are honoured to be recognised as the only independent hotel on the Gold Coast to receive this prestigious award. Being included among the top 10% of travelers’ favourite hotels worldwide this year is a testament to our collective efforts in providing exceptional experiences.”
“Congratulations to The Island Gold Coast on its recognition in Tripadvisor’s Travelers’ Choice Awards for 2024,” said John Boris, Chief Growth Officer at Tripadvisor. “Travelers’ Choice honours businesses that consistently demonstrate a commitment to hospitality excellence. This means you have made such a memorable impact on your visitors that many of them took the time to go online and leave a great review about their experience. People rely on Tripadvisor’s Travelers’ Choice seal to help them navigate the myriad of things to see, eat and do across the globe. We hope this recognition continues to drive business to you in 2024 and beyond.”
Check out all the reviews and discover more about The Island Gold Coast on TripAdvisor here.
Thursdays just got a whole lot tastier at the Island Rooftop. Dive into the warmth and flavour of our wood-fired pizzas, freshly baked and ready to delight for only $18. With 11 mouthwatering varieties to choose from, there’s something for everyone. Gather your crew, sip on cocktails and soak up the sunset vibes with us every Thursday from 5pm.
Book your table here. Same day walk-ins welcome.
Wood-Fired Pizza Flavours
Pizza Bianca
Quattro formaggi — mozzarella, provolone, gorgonzola, parmigiano (v)
Patate e salsiccia —potato, pork sausage, rosemary, provolone picante, cracked pepper
Gamberi — mozzarella, marinated prawns, cherry tomato, rocket, chilli oil
Vegetariana — mozzarella, eggplant, zucchini, capsicum, kalamata olives, parsley (v)
Funghi — mozzarella, mushrooms, truffle oil, gorgonzola (v)
Pizza Rossa
Margherita — pomodoro, mozzarella, basil, extra virgin olive oil (v)
Gustosa — pomodoro, mozzarella, salami, Italian sausage, pancetta
Prosciutto — pomodoro, mozzarella, prosciutto, cherry tomatoes, rocket, Parmesan, Grana Padano, cracked pepper
Pepperoni — pomodoro, mozzarella, salami picante
Napoletana — pomodoro, mozzarella, anchovies, kalamata olives, capers, oregano, basil
Siciliana — pomodoro, mozzarella, salami picante, eggplant, buffalo ricotta
Satisfy those midday hungries with a tasty lunch at Goldie’s with a side of fresh, breezy sea air — every day from 11.30am.
For a limited time, tuck into these lunch deals –
Steak Frites
Minute steak, fries, bearnaise (gf) $16
Minute steak, fries, Roma tomato and basil salad, aged balsamic (df, gf) $19
Monday to Friday, from 11:30am – 3pm
Wood fired sanga $18
Flavours change regularly, see our friendly staff for details
Friday to Sunday, from 11:30am – 3pm
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Whatever you fancy, we’ve made sure it’s super easy to love your lunch, from welcoming walk-ins any time, online ordering from your table and no set menus for groups under twenty (you can even split the bill).
Group bookings encouraged. Same day walk-ins welcome.
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Dive into the heart of the action at Goldie’s at the Island, where every game feels like a home game. Situated in the pumping heart of Surfers Paradise, Goldie’s is your ultimate sports haven, broadcasting every goal, try and touchdown.
Catch every game, match and race on our giant screens, including one of the biggest stadium screens in Surfers at Goldie’s TAB, ensuring you never miss a moment of the action. You can even fuel up with tasty eats for breakfast, lunch and dinner and celebrate every victory with a cold drink in hand.
Whether you’re a local fan or just passing through, Goldie’s is your home away from home to cheer, eat, and enjoy – this is where live sports live.
Goldie’s is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner from 7.30am until late daily.
View the menu here. Book online, same day walk-ins welcome.
With Mother’s Day just around the corner, it’s time to spoil her and say thank you for being fabulous!
And what better way than showing her a good time, spent with the people she loves, enjoying the finer things in life? Whether mum loves a sophisticated spread, a casual affair, or stylish soirée, we’ve got you covered with a range of top notch experiences to make her feel special.
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Mother’s Day Buffet — The Glasshouse
Say thank you with a mouth-watering spread, including live food stations, alongside grazing tables stacked with goodies like cheese and charcuterie. With plenty of accompaniments and fresh, seasonal salads to choose from, mum will be spoilt for choice at this two-and-a-half hour foodie extravaganza. One extra lucky mum will also win a G.H. Mumm Pamper Pack valued at $500.
- Adults: $89
- 13 – 17 years: $59
- 4 – 12 years: $49
- 0 – 3 years: Free
Tickets include full access to the food buffet stations, live entertainment and a welcome glass of Mumm Marlborough Prestige for mum. All drinks can be purchased from the bar throughout the day and are not included in the price of the buffet. 0 – 3 years tickets limited to one per full paying adult.
Mother’s Day Buffet – The Island Glasshouse, 11:30am – 2pm.
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Buffet Food Stations
Charcuterie and Antipasto Station
Artisan cured meats, local cheeses, marinated vegetables and condiments with breads and crackers.
Carvery with Hot Accompaniments
- Roast pork belly with fried sage, confit garlic, smoked salt (gf,df)
- Slow cooked beef sirloin with Pommery mustard and herb crust (gf,df)
- Duck fat potatoes with roasted garlic and thyme
- Beechwood Honey glazed root vegetables
- Roasted brussel sprouts with pancetta and candied pecans
- Steamed greens with chive butter sauce
Salad Bar
- Panzanella – heirloom tomatoes, basil, sourdough croutons, red onions, cucumber, apple balsamic dressing (gfo,v)
- Roasted cauliflower, spinach, puy lentils, hazelnuts, tahini dressing (dfo,gf,v)
- Roasted potato salad with chives, bacon, seeded mustard dressing, capers (df,gf,vo)
- Pearl couscous, glazed root vegetables, balsamic onions, rocket, green goddess dressing, pinenuts (v)
Dessert Cart
Mixed miniature desserts and petit fours
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Mother’s Day Bottomless Brunch — The Island Rooftop
Make mum feel special with a tasty three course spread and drinks selection, perfect for sharing in the GC sunshine. Our Mother’s Day Bottomless Brunch invites you to take things nice and slowly, with service spread over two hours, leaving you free to relax and catch-up on quality time together. The Bottomless Brunch features a 2 hour drinks package – $79 per/person. View the menu and book online.
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À la carte Lunch — Goldie’s
For the mum who knows what she likes, when she likes, Goldie’s is open all day from 11.30am, so you can keep things super casual and pop in, or book a time to suit. Mum can choose from pub classics like Angus scotch fillet steak, Valley Hops beer battered barramundi, or a take her pick from the delicious wood fired pizza menu. Live locally? This is your golden opportunity to gift her a Goldie’s Local Love card — simply ask at the bar, sign up on the spot, and mum can unlock everyday benefits, every time she visits Goldie’s! View the Goldie’s menu.
À la carte Lunch – Goldie’s. Open for breakfast from 7.30am and lunch from 11:30am.
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FAQs
Can my group buy individual tickets for the Buffet event and still sit together? Yes, come up with a catchy table name between yourselves, then include this table name in the field provided at check-out. Your group will have your own table.
Can you cater to my food allergies and dietary requirements? We always do our best to cater to your food allergies as long as they are included in the field provided at checkout. This field at check-out for people with food allergies only. We may not, however, cater towards food preferences e.g. keto, low-carb, low sugar. Dietary requests must be submitted in writing by noon on the Wednesday prior to the event.
Get yourself in the box seat at Goldie’s for your chance to win a Stradbroke Race Day Experience at Eagle Farm Racecourse, as part of our Sydney Autumn Carnival celebrations.
The lucky winner will score 4 all-inclusive hospitality tickets to the Stradbroke Race Day on Saturday 15th June, 2024, including:
- Racecourse Admission to Eagle Farm and entry to the Members Reserve
- Access to the exclusive ‘Lower Level of the Squires Perch’
- Five hour premium beverage package including local and imported beer, Champagne, premium red and white wines and spirits
- Extensive cocktail food menu with grazing station
- DJ entertainment
- Betting facilities
- Televisions for local and interstate races
- 4 x $100 betting vouchers.
That’s a total prize value of $3400!
Simply buy any Stone & Wood, Byron Bay, XXXX, Hahn or James Squire from Goldie’s during the promotional period, swipe your Goldie’s Local Love card, and you’ll automatically go into the draw. If you’re not yet a Goldie’s Local Love Member, no worries, you can join for FREE and receive your card instantly at Goldie’s. See the benefits.
Proudly supported by Stone & Wood, Byron Bay Brewery, XXXX, Hahn and James Squire.
QLD Residents 18+ only. The Island Gold Coast practices the responsible service of alcohol. Winner drawn at random and contacted after the promotional period ends. Promotion ends 22.00 AEST 31/05/24. Max 1 qualifying purchase per person, per day.
Sink into a curved lounger and raise your glass to the good life! Welcome to Aperitivo, where you have all the time in the world to sip cocktails filled with liquid sunshine and work up an appetite for drool-worthy, delicious snacks.
Choose your expertly crafted Margarita, Pornstar Martini, Aperol Spritz, or Espresso Martini, with indulgent nibbles like sourdough bruschetta, house made arancini, wood fired pizza or fried calamari — all set to the backdrop of an epic sunset.
There’s no place we’d rather be.
Every Thursday to Sunday 4-6pm, at The Island Rooftop.
Book a spot online, same day walk-ins welcome.
Your golden ticket to a whole new level of fun in the sun.
Soak up the great outdoors and sea breeze while escaping the hustle and bustle of Surfers, your life admin and to do list. Rooftop Sundays are your welcome refuge, with all the ingredients for a killer Sunday sesh that takes you from am to pm. Kicking off with a Bottomless Brunch, you and yours will spend the day feasting on delicious share-style eats from our all-day menu and the kind of vibes that make you forget about the chaos that is life. With resident DJs as your guide and delectable drinks like our Sunshine Spritz or Porn Star Martini, your only dilemma will be what to try next.
Rooftop Sundays
Every Sunday from 11am until late. Serving all-day food from 11:30am.
The Island Rooftop
Book a table online here. Same day walk-ins welcome.
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Sunday Bottomless Brunch
2 hour all-inclusive package – $79 p/person
Choose between two sittings: 11:30am – 1:30pm or 1:30pm to 3:30pm.
Served share-style.
FOOD
- Flatbreads, goats curd, chilli oil, chickpeas (gfo, v, veo)
- Smoked salmon and dill creme fraiche croissant with caviar and chives
- Smoked barramundi croquettes, bonito mayo, chives (df, gf)
- Pork belly bao bun, char sui dressing, cucumber, toasted sesame (df)
- Fried halloumi, Leatherwood honey, za’atar (v)
- Assorted mini donuts with bitter chocolate dipping sauce (v)
(df) dairy free, (gf) gluten free, (ve) vegan, (veo) vegan option, (v) vegetarian
DRINKS
Cocktail Jugs
- Sunshine Spritz – Malfy Originale, Lemon, Elderflower, Cucumber, Mint, Lemonade, Soda
- Pornstar Margarita Spritz – El Jimador Tequila, Licor 43, Lime, Passion Fruit, Vanilla, Soda
- Perfect Lady – Wyborowa Vodka, Peach, Apple, Lemon, Lemonade, Soda
- Mango Fire Spritz – Fireball, Mango, Lemon, Soda
Wines
- Sparkling – Prince De Richemont Blanc De Blanc
- White – Pasqua Pinot Grigio, Babich Sauvignon Blanc
- Rose – Babich Rose
- Red – Motley Cru Shiraz, First Creek Harvest Cabernet Sauvignon
On Tap
Valley Hops range of beer, Stone & Wood Pacific Ale, Byron Bay Lager, James Squire 150 Lashes Pale Ale, Hahn Super Dry, Hahn Super Dry 3.5%, XXXX Gold, Monteith’s Cider.
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Terms and Conditions: Menu’s may change week to week due to the seasonality of ingredients. Minimum 2 people on the Sunday Bottomless Brunch Club package. We recommend guests arrive for the start time of their sitting as service times and durations cannot be changed. Pay on arrival, $40 per person no show fee
Register your interest for a private tour of our Wedding venues at the Wedding Collective Showcase on Sunday 18th February, 2024. Tours are complimentary. Spots are limited, however, and cannot be guaranteed.
Please fill out the form below and one of our friendly wedding specialists will be in touch with you shortly.
We love a good lunch. And we know you do too. So whether it’s for work, leisure or pleasure, we’re dishing up tasty snacks, salads, sandwiches, substantials and sides every day at The Island Gold Coast from 11.30am.
Head up to the Rooftop for alfresco share-style eats or gather and feast at Goldie’s. Either way, we’ve made sure it’s super easy to love your lunch, from welcoming walk-ins any time, online ordering from your table and no set menus for groups under twenty (you can even split the bill).
What are you waiting for? Check out our menus or plan ahead and book — you’d bruschetta be quick. Let’s do lunch!
Lunch Lovers
The Rooftop from 11.30am, Thursday to Sunday.
Goldie’s from 11:30am daily.
Group bookings encouraged. Same day walk-ins welcome.
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