Oxenford

Gold Coast

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Cuddle a koala, discover the workings of film making and stunts, test your courage on roller coasters and be entertained by skilled horsemanship at a dinner show.

Find movie magic, Australian outback adventures and close encounters with some of the country’s cutest creatures at theme parks in the Gold CoastOpens in a new window suburb of Oxenford.

Immerse yourself in your favourite movies, watch stunt car drivers in thrilling live shows and meet your favourite superheroes at the Warner Bros. Movie WorldOpens in a new window. Scream down a roller coaster, shoot into space at 65 kilometres (40 miles) per hour and whiz through Wild West mountains and ghost towns before plunging through geysers into the water. Bring smaller children to the themed Looney Tunes rides in the Kids’ WB! Fun Zone.

Movie World also has some of Australia’s best movie production facilities at the Village Roadshow. Visit the studios adjacent to the park. Popular movies including Unbroken, Peter Pan and Nim’s Island were filmed here.

Visit other attractions not tied to movies. Watch the sheepdog team round up sheep at the Paradise Country Aussie Farm Tour before a demonstration of shearing. Pat a koala, feed a kangaroo, milk a cow and discover the history of opal and gold mining as you fossick for gems. If you want to practice whip cracking at home, pick up a souvenir stockman’s whip from the gift shop.

Complete your outback adventures with a dinner show at the Australian Outback Spectacular, where you’ll be treated to Australian storytelling, incredible horsemanship, light-and-music displays and aerial performances.

Enjoy local dining options around Oxenford, from Indian curries to French and Japanese cuisine. In key with its many outback-themed parks, there is also an Australian tavern, a great place to warm up next to the fire in winter.

Oxenford is dotted with green parks and lakes, home to a diverse range of wildlife and water birds. Picnic at Gambamora Park or take a stroll or bike ride around the large lake in Cove Park. The suburb is located inland at the northern end of the Gold Coast, about a 40-minute drove from Brisbane.


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Top hotels in Oxenford

voco Gold Coast by IHG
voco Gold Coast by IHG
4.5 out of 5
31 Hamilton Avenue, Surfers Paradise, QLD
The price is S$158 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
S$158
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"This hotel was excellent and I will recommend to my friends and family. The room was outstanding, spacious, and very clean. The eco style bathroom products were lovely. The bed was super comfortable and being on the 13th floor, was quiet from road noise. Very convenient with the tram stop right outside ..."

Reviewed on 6 Jul, 2025

voco Gold Coast by IHG
Hilton Surfers Paradise Hotel & Residences
Hilton Surfers Paradise Hotel & Residences
5 out of 5
6 Orchid Ave Surfers Paradise, Surfers Paradise, QLD
The price is S$193 per night from 13 Jul to 14 Jul
S$193
13 Jul - 14 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in Gold Coast. Enjoy free WiFi, 4 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,008 reviews)
"Excellent"

Reviewed on 10 Jul, 2025

Hilton Surfers Paradise Hotel & Residences
Dorsett Gold Coast
Dorsett Gold Coast
4.5 out of 5
5 The Darling Avenue, Broadbeach, QLD
The price is S$126 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
S$126
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,494 reviews)
"Great property"

Reviewed on 10 Jul, 2025

Dorsett Gold Coast
JW Marriott Gold Coast Resort & Spa
JW Marriott Gold Coast Resort & Spa
5 out of 5
158 Ferny Avenue, Surfers Paradise, QLD
The price is S$336 per night from 21 Jul to 22 Jul
S$336
21 Jul - 22 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (999 reviews)
"The resort has great facilities and the staff are very professional and attentive. We did find the room quite small and our shower wasn't working correctly which was a little disappointing."

Reviewed on 7 Jul, 2025

JW Marriott Gold Coast Resort & Spa
Q1 Resort & Spa
Q1 Resort & Spa
4.5 out of 5
9 Hamilton Avenue, Surfers Paradise, QLD
The price is S$256 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
S$256
20 Jul - 21 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (4,386 reviews)
"Great location. Spacious apartment. Only downside would be that the outdoor pools are not heated for the colder months."

Reviewed on 10 Jul, 2025

Q1 Resort & Spa
The Langham, Gold Coast and Jewel Residences
The Langham, Gold Coast and Jewel Residences
5 out of 5
38 Old Burleigh Road, Surfers Paradise, QLD
The price is S$409 per night from 23 Jul to 24 Jul
S$409
23 Jul - 24 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (573 reviews)
"Awesome location"

Reviewed on 5 Jul, 2025

The Langham, Gold Coast and Jewel Residences
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Other neighbourhoods around Oxenford

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Hope Island

Hope Island is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Sanctuary Cove Golf and Country Club and Sanctuary Cove Marina while you're in town.

Hope Island
Dreamworld featuring rides

Coomera

Unique features of Coomera include the theme parks and restaurants. Make a stop by Dreamworld or WhiteWater World while you're exploring the area.

Coomera
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Runaway Bay

Visitors to Runaway Bay enjoy its shopping, and if you want to do some exploring, Pine Ridge Conservation Park is worth a stop.

Runaway Bay
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Labrador

Labrador is popular for its beaches, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Ian Dipple Lagoon or Cooke Murphy Oval.

Labrador
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Nerang

River views, restaurants and shopping are just a few things travellers like about Nerang. Sights like Slideways - Go Karting Gold Coast and Nerang National Park are spots to explore, and you can get around the greater Gold Coast area at Nerang Train Station.

Nerang
Main Beach featuring general coastal views, a skyscraper and a sandy beach

Southport

Beaches, spas and theme parks are some highlights of Southport. Make a stop by Australia Fair Shopping Centre or Gold Coast Aquatic Centre while you're exploring.

Southport

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