Urban List Guide To Gold Coast

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Lan Spa Tweed Heads

Lan Spa has officially opened its first New South Wales location in Tweed Heads, extending its reputation for serene wellness spaces and carefully curated treatments across the border.

Food & Drink

Luna’s Deli

Luna’s Deli is the closest any deli has been to a ray of sunshine before, and it’s luring folks from all over the Gold Coast down south in pursuit of perfect pastries and pillowy foccacia. 

Things To Do

The Pink Flamingo

The Pink Flamingo is the world’s first Spiegelclub, hosting dazzling performances every Tuesday, Friday and Saturday night, with select matinee shows sprinkled in. 

Food & Drink

Big Papi’s Cocina

Big Papi’s Cocina serves up bold Latin American flavours, warm hospitality, and an effortlessly cool atmosphere that will keep you coming back.

Food & Drink

LiTO

The Gold Coast’s dining scene is heating up once again with the arrival of LiTO—the brand-new all-day Italian restaurant landing on the ground floor of Mondrian Gold Coast.

Entertainment

It’s Happening: Here’s How To See Taylor Swift’s ‘The Life Of A Showgirl’ Movie In Australia

Grab your sparkliest cardigan, your orange-glitter nail polish, and maybe (absolutely) your dancing shoes. Taylor Swift isn’t just dropping a new album; she’s turning the release into a full-on cinema event. For two days only. The official release of Life of a Showgirl, a movie-theatre experience tied to her upcoming album of the same name, is coming to Australia from 3–5 October 2025.
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Haven

Coastal dining has reached a new peek at Mondrian Gold Coast’s much-anticipated restaurant and beach club.

Food & Drink

Sun Devil Coffee Bar

Sun Devil isn’t your average coffee bar—it’s a full-blown Americana fever dream tucked inside the grungy-cool vintage store Strange Days in Coolangatta.

Food & Drink

kōst Corner

Just when we thought Broadbeach fine dining icon, kōst Bar & Grill couldn't get much better, they launch a chic new pop-up cafe for all our morning caffeine needs. 

Health + Wellness

Upstate Palm Beach

Victoria’s cult-fave Pilates studio Upstate is bringing its signature high-vibe energy to Queensland for the very first time, landing in the heart of Palm Beach—and trust us, this is no ordinary fitness studio.

Food & Drink

‘94 Cafe

'94 cafe is a gathering place for the flavour-obsessed, the wellness-curious, and anyone who believes the best mornings begin with a perfect sip.

Health + Wellness

Navia Bathhouse

Navia, Byron Bay’s latest wellness retreat, is all about slowing down, embracing simplicity, and finding warmth in the contrast between steaming saunas and icy plunges.

Health + Wellness

Lan Bathhouse

Surfers Paradise just became a little more serene with the arrival of Lan Bathhouse, a dreamy new wellness retreat offering a personalised spa experience designed for deep rejuvenation

Food & Drink

Pink Whale Thai

Surfers Paradise's neon-soaked Pink Whale Thai seamlessly melds boldness and eccentricity with authentic Thai street food.

Food & Drink

Mona Lisa’s Lair

Mona Lisa’s Lair is Miami Marketta’s new intimate restaurant and Champagne bar, serving up a French-inspired menu in a space that oozes moody Parisian charm. 

Health + Wellness

Fice Recovery

Fice Recovery in Burleigh is designed to treat your body to serious R&R. Owned by a former professional boxer, it is a tropical recovery haven, complete with beautiful and invigorating hot and cold contrast therapy equipment. 

Gifts

Studio Ohara

Born from a passion for crafting unforgettable experiences through stunning floral artistry, Studio Ohara has quickly established itself as one of the Gold Coast’s premier florists. 

Food & Drink

Cook Club

Perched on 200 acres of lush Gold Coast hinterland at Mudgeeraba’s Boomerang Farm, Cook Club is as much a feast for the eyes as it is for the tastebuds.

Food & Drink

Harahetta Ramen

Harahetta Ramen is the newest kid on the block to join the Gold Coast ramen scene, quickly earning rave reviews and a steady following of chopstick-wielding devotees. 

Things To Do

X-Golf Ashmore

A $1.5 million, 600sqm indoor golf entertainment precinct is breaking ground as one of the Gold Coast’s premier destinations for simulated golf. 

Travel

11 Of The Best Places To Stay On Hamilton Island In 2025

Explore the best Hamilton Island accommodation options, from luxury resorts to family-friendly stays and secluded villas. Whether you're after a romantic escape, family holiday, or relaxing retreat, our guide will help you find the perfect Hamilton Island resort for your dream getaway.