Looking for the best Coolangatta Airbnb & VRBO stays for your Gold Coast beach vacation? Want ocean views, walking distance to Rainbow Bay, local tips and tricks? This guide has handpicked vacation rentals for a range of budgets.
Visiting Coolangatta Beach is one of the best things to do on the Gold Coast, known for its world-class surf, great local bars, restaurants, and stunning views (Point Danger). Check out this VRBO and Airbnb Coolangatta list that covers central, northern, and hinterland areas.
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Central Coolangatta Airbnb and VRBO Stays
Central Coolangatta is the perfect location for those who want to be close to the beaches and within walking distance of the action. There are plenty of things to do in Coolangatta, whether you want to learn to surf with an Australian world champion or visit one of the trendy bars and restaurants in the area. It’s one of the true Aussie gems.
Check out the amazing Coolangatta Airbnb and VRBO stays close to the action.
1. Luxury Self-contained House
Coolangatta | 4 Bedrooms | 9 Guests | VRBO
This beautifully styled Coolangatta stay is an entire apartment within walking distance of the beach. It’s perfect for a family or group of friends, with four bedrooms, access to a pool, and a BBQ.
With a white and tan-themed interior, it feels very beach chic, modern, and clean. It even has a jacuzzi/hot tub style bath in the master suite.
- BBQ
- Shared Pool
- Full Kitchen
2. The Pink Hotel
Coolangatta | 1 Bedroom | 3 Guests | Booking.com
Although not an Airbnb, this boutique hotel is our favourite place to stay at in Coolangatta. Think Palm Springs style meets Aussie beachfront. This funky place ticks all the boxes for those that want a unique, stylish beachfront experience.
There are 17 rooms in the boutique hotel, including a Superior Suite with a King Size bed, a Lounge Room with a Sofa that can be folded into an extra bed.
- Rooftop bar access with sun loungers
- Speakeasy piano bar inside
- Walking distance to bars and beaches
3. 2-level penthouse in Rainbow Bay
Rainbow Bay | 2 Bedrooms | 6 Guests | VRBO
This modern VRBO property is two stories and has a 360-degree view of the surf breaks, Duranbah Beach and Snapper Rocks. If you like being up high for the views yet close enough to walk everywhere, this might be for you.
With stunning ocean views, a large entertaining deck, and surfboards to hire, this is a great Coolangatta luxury accommodation spot to retreat to for your Gold Coast vacation.
- Ocean views
- Close to everything
- Modern interior
4. Luxury Apartment with Beach Views
Coolangatta | 3 Bedrooms | 9 Guests | VRBO
It’s hard to beat the views from this Coolangatta rental. Panoramic scenes of the ocean, beaches, Surfers Paradise, Stradbroke Island, Mt Warning, and the Hinterland.
There’s a nice, big kitchen and a pool, but you’ll want to spend your the balcony!
- Large deck
- Pool on the grounds
- Lounge/rumpus room for kids
5. The Pool House
Coolangatta | 1 Bedroom | 3 Guests | Airbnb
Take the property bikes for a ride along the beach path, jump in the ocean, and then dive in the plunge pool when you get home. Just a short walk from the beach and shops this little, subtropical getaway is great for a couple looking to relax for the weekend.
Bright and modern inside, the pool also lights up at night for a late dip.
- Plunge pool
- Tropical style
- Bikes
6. Sub Penthouse Oceanview with Private Pool
Coolangatta | 2 Bedrooms | 5 Guests | Superhost
Exclusive access to a private, chic rooftop pool and barbecue area. This modern Coolangatta Airbnb apartment is a great spot for those who want to kick back in hotel style living.
There’s access to the apartment’s gym, pool room, and 25m heated lap pool; SPA; Executive Lounge; Movie Theater; and BBQ area.
- Full kitchen facilities
- Bright and clean style
- Amazing views
- Private Rooftop pool
7. Cozy beach flat
Coolangatta | 1 Bedroom | 2 Guests | Superhost
This cool, little bohemian style Coolangatta studio is a two-minute walk from Kirra beach and the local cafes. If you’re planning to spend most of your day at the beach (good choice), then this is a perfect spot to pop in and out of over the day.
- Full kitchen
- Free parking on premises
- High-speed wifi
8. Little hidden gem
Coolangatta | 2 Bedrooms | 4 Guests | Superhost
A cute apartment rental on Kirra Hill with beautiful views overlooking the ocean. There are some great interior touches in the bathroom and a hanging pod chair that looks out to the sea. You can watch the surfers go by and ‘hangout’.
- Great ocean views
- Nice interior style
- Close to everything
9. Luxury Studio
Coolangatta | 1 Bedroom | 2 Guests | Superhost
A newly renovated Coolangatta studio Airbnb that’s got a boutique hotel feel. Private access to your ground floor room and outdoor sitting area is complemented with some nice, new interior touches.
Close walk to everything from here!
- Kitchenette
- Modern hotel room feel
- Close to everything
10. Minimalist Beach Bungalow
Tweed Heads | 2 Bedrooms | 4 Guests | Airbnb Plus
This light and bright house is a fun interpretation of the modern beach pad. With an urban interior, an all-white colour scheme, and an eclectic mix of decorations it’s a great choice for those looking to stay in style.
While this Coolangatta Airbnb is actually across the NSW border (the border line cuts through the Coolangatta town), it is still close to everything.
- Full kitchen
- Great interior style
- Outdoor garden patio
Northern Coolangatta Airbnb and Rental Stays
11. Oceanview Delight
Tugun | 5 Bedrooms | 12 Guests | Plum Guide Property
Welcome to Seaside Haven, a stunning beachside escape in Tugun, Queensland, perfect for families seeking to enjoy the relaxed Southern Gold Coast lifestyle. This three-level home, with its sweeping ocean views, features expansive decks and a private swimming pool for ultimate relaxation and family BBQs.
12. Bilinga Beach Motel
Bilinga | Studio | 2 Guests | Booking.com
Located right across from the Coolangatta airport and only 100m from the beach, this revamped old-school hotel is perfect for a quick stay or weekend getaway. With cool touches included like 24-hour check-in, breakfast (toast, cereal, juice, and fresh fruit), and free use of the bicycles, it’s a great beachy hangout.
- Boutique hotel room
- Bikes
- Breakfast is included
- Free airport shuttle
13. The Hangar
Bilinga Beach | 1 Bedroom | 2 Guests | Airbnb
Located right across from the Coolangatta airport this is a super cool tiny home. Once an external garage, it has been styled into a very livable Coolangatta Airbnb getaway!
There is a private entry with self check-in and a nice transparent bathroom ceiling that lets the Gold Coast rays in.
- Close to airport and beach
- Standalone unit on owners property with separate entrance and check-in
Coolangatta Hinterland Airbnbs
Want a change of scenery from the beach, but still be close enough to drive to it if you want? The Coolangatta hinterland is a great place to unwind in close proximity to the coast. Rolling subtropical hills with funky stores and a big push for local and sustainable farming.
14. Hillview Homestead and Dairy
Currumbin Valley | 8 Bedrooms | 18 Guests | Plum Guide Property
Hillview Homestead and Dairy is a beautifully restored historical property located in the Gold Coast hinterland. This spacious 700 sqm homestead, originally a dairy farm in 1905, features a large swimming pool with stunning mountain views. With bespoke antique furniture and modern luxury conveniences, along with an exclusive neighboring Dairy ‘farmhouse’ with cozy amenities like a fireplace, 2 bedrooms and plunge pool, the Hillview property offers an idyllic retreat for large groups seeking a blend of history and modern comfort.
15. The Coffee Roasting Shed
Carool | 1 Bedroom | 2 Guests | Highly Rated
Once a Coffee roasting shed, this beautiful style Coolangatta Airbnb has amazing views of the country and the ocean. Feel comfortable in this cozy, modern interior or hang out on the deck with a Coffee or light up the BBQ.
- Loft style
- Stunning views
- Pet friendly
- No wifi
Things to do in Coolangatta
Coolangatta is quickly becoming one of Australia’s hotspots for weekend getaways due to its amazing beaches, a new breed of cafes, restaurants, bar culture, and more.
While it has some of the best (and most famous) surf breaks in the world there is also a wide range of things to do in Coolangatta! Here are a few ideas:
- Admire the view and listen to live music at cafe Dbar
- Have a delicious vegan meal at Sozo Square or Greenhouse Canteen
- Enjoy a night out at Eddie’s Grub house
- Drink a tropical cocktail at Tupe Aloha
- Go on a morning stroll along the ‘Superbank’, winding from Kirra beach to Duranbah beach
- Admire the surfers from Rainbow Bay surf club (or catch a wave yourself)
- Listen to live music at the Coolangatta (Coolie) hotel
- Enjoy the beautiful beaches (Kirra, Rainbow, Snapper)
- Visit the sunflower fields and pick up some organic fresh produce from Farm & Co in Cudgen, one of the best Gold Coast farms
- Have a swim in the rock pool at Froggy’s hidden beach
- Check out the Gold Coast waterfalls nearby
- Enjoy a meal at one of the Gold Coast vegan restaurants
- Take a drive south and visit the beautiful byron bay beaches, or stay the weekend in one of the stylish Byron Bay Airbnbs
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