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Couran Cove Island Resort

4.0 star property

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2 Bedroom Beachfront Lodge | Balcony
4 Bedroom Broadwater Villas | View from room
Marina

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Restaurant
  • Gym
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services
  • Bar

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4216 Gold Coast, South Stradbroke Island, QLD, 4216
  • Place, South Stradbroke Island Conservation Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Airport, Gold Coast, QLD (OOL-Coolangatta)
    ‪163 min drive‬

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4 Bedroom Forestview Villas | Balcony

4 Bedroom Forestview Villas

  • Garden view
  • 182 sq m
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 King Beds OR 2 King Beds and 4 Single Beds

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2 Bedroom Beachfront Lodge | Balcony

2 Bedroom Beachfront Lodge

  • Beach view
  • 114 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Smart TV

1 Bedroom Waterview Apartment

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Water view
  • 74 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Sofa Beds OR 2 Single Beds and 2 Double Sofa Beds

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Desk, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds, bed sheets

Boardwalk Overwater Studio

  • Water view
  • 62 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed OR 2 Single Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Waterview Studio

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Water view
  • 62 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed OR 2 Single Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Water view

Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, Lagoon View

  • Lagoon view
  • 129 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Single Beds and 3 Single Sofa Beds

About the area

Gold Coast

A family-friendly stay in Gold Coast awaits you at Couran Cove Island Resort. You'll find popular sights like Warner Bros. Movie World and Surfers Paradise Beach within reach. Highlights at this beachfront resort include 3 restaurants, 2 outdoor swimming pools and a marina. .The restaurant, Poolside Cafe, Spa Island, serves local and international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The Marlin Bar is the resort's own bar, serving drinks along with lunch and dinner. Spend the day at the beach and enjoy the 2 outdoor tennis courts, 24-hour gym and kids' swimming pool. Other amenities include a conference centre, a coffee shop/cafe and laundry facilities. There's also the convenience of a ferry terminal shuttle. .Attractions in proximity to this 4-property class Gold Coast resort include Cavill Avenue and Dreamworld.
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What's nearby

  • South Stradbroke Island Conservation Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km

Restaurants

  • Enzo’s Cucina
  • Cafe 7
  • Serengeti Cafe
  • Taste My Bean
  • Jonez On Ephraim

About this property

Couran Cove Island Resort

Couran Cove Island Resort offers its guests a marina, 2 outdoor swimming pools, outdoor tennis courts, and a 24-hour fitness centre. There are 3 restaurants on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafΘ and a nearby corner/local shop. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge.

Event space at this resort measures 3541 square feet (329 square metres) and includes a conference centre. A children's pool, barbecue grills, and an arcade/games room are also featured at the family-friendly Couran Cove Island Resort.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Gold Coast resort.

  • 1 floor
  • 193 guestrooms or units
  • 3 dining venues
  • 3541 sq ft of conference space
  • 329 sq. m of conference space
  • Built in 1988
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Conference centre
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Wedding services available
  • Games room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Corner/local shop
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Bar by the pool
Couran Cove Island Resort offers 193 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Rooms open to balconies. Accommodation at this 4-star resort has kitchens with fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a separate bath and shower and complimentary toiletries.

Smart televisions are featured in guestrooms. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and a ceiling fan. Housekeeping is provided on a weekly basis.

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Property amenities

Parking and transport

  • Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • 3 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar

Restaurants on site

  • Poolside Cafe, Spa Island
  • Portside Cafe
  • The Marlin Bar

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • 2 outdoor tennis courts
  • 24-hour gym
  • Arcade/game room
  • Basketball
  • Beach volleyball
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's pool
  • Fishing
  • Kayaking
  • Mini golf
  • Motor boating
  • Personal motorised watercraft
  • Playground
  • Racquetball/squash
  • TV in common areas
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • Cot (surcharge)
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • In-room sofa bed
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini golf
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (weekly)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 3 meeting rooms
  • Conference centre (3,541 square foot of space)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Marina
  • On the beach
  • On the boardwalk/promenade
  • On the waterfront
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 floor
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1988
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Cot (surcharge)
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 private bathrooms
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 52-inch smart TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; check-in end time: 5:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests must transfer via Boat to the property; guests must contact the property at least 72 hours before travel, using the contact information on the confirmation received after booking
This property offers transfers from the ferry terminal (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property charges 1.5 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Please note that the Eco Cabins are located 1.5 kilometers away from the marina and reception area.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for AUD 10.00 per night.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: AUD 250.00 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: AUD 38
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 10.00 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.5 per cent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, debit cards and cash.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 7 AM to 9 PM

Property is also known as

Ramada Couran Cove Island
Ramada Couran Cove Island Resort
Ramada Couran Cove Island Resort South Stradbroke Island
Ramada Couran Cove Island South Stradbroke Island
Couran Cove Island Resort South Stradbroke Island
Couran Cove Island Resort
Couran Cove Island South Stradbroke Island
Couran Cove Island

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Couran Cove Island Resort?

Couran Cove Island Resort offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Are there any beaches close to Couran Cove Island Resort?

The closest beach to Couran Cove Island Resort is Surfers Paradise Beach (19.4 km).

Does Couran Cove Island Resort have a pool?

Couran Cove Island Resort has 2 outdoor swimming pools and a kids' pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger and with a coldie from the bar. The pool is open 7 AM to 9 PM.

What makes Couran Cove Island Resort a romantic place to stay?

Al fresco dining and a lounge bar, as well as private balconies in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Couran Cove Island Resort.

Is Couran Cove Island Resort family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a children's pool and children's meals, as well as cots/infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Couran Cove Island Resort is a hit with families.

Does Couran Cove Island Resort serve breakfast?

Yeah, brekkie is offered daily.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Couran Cove Island Resort?

No, Couran Cove Island Resort does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Couran Cove Island Resort?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and 3 restaurants. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Couran Cove Island Resort?

Check-in begins at 2:30 PM. Check-out time is 10:30 AM.

Are pets allowed at Couran Cove Island Resort?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Couran Cove Island Resort Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 142 out of 469 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 163 out of 469 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 88 out of 469 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 52 out of 469 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 24 out of 469 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

7.4/10

Staff & service

6.2/10

Amenities

6.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Vincent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful island staff were amazing and rooms are great
Verified

10/10 Excellent

leanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Peaceful beautiful scenic relaxing
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff have been amazing, super friendly and extremely helpful!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The property is very unique, we had a wonderful stay. The staff were super friendly - especially Lorana - they had some great bars, stunning setting, lovely wildlife with friendly kangaroos and a relaxed atmoshere. Parts of the resort could do with a bit of love, but the great atmosphere made up for that. Some lovely bush walks as well.
Verified

8/10 Good

Sue

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The cove is a pleasant relaxing venue with plenty of options for activities. Although needing some upgrades in places, it is a beautiful place to holiday in. I would go back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect place to escape from cities and blend with nature and wildlife. Relaxing and recharging experience. Highly Recommended!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

Allan

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The resort was in a very dilapidated condition.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ehab

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Clean, spacious unit with amenities Lovely bike and kayak hiring service Good breakfast Great playing room with tennis table, pool table and PS5 Ok swimming pool, disappointed no spa Sport complex deserted even though huge potential for improvement All in all, we had a great time with kids, but suitable for a short weekend, not for long stay
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

Vera

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location & wonderful ideas but poor execution. The property is very tired & need A LOT of TLC. The staff are lovely & trying very hard to please.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

Sam

Liked: Cleanliness
Atmosphere is nice, the dinner is crap and they wouldn’t let me cancel without paying the full night 2 days before I was due to arrive. Second time I’ve been there, won’t be rushing back.
Verified

8/10 Good

Mi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Would have been absolutely amazing when it first opened. Loved being able to cycle anywhere, the staff were incredibly friendly and the amenities that were still open were great. The downside is the ferry/taxi cost in getting there if you don’t have your own boat and you’re basically stuck with what you brought (the convenience store is just a few shelves and mostly closed) or their menu. Will also have to remember to stay indoors at dusk next time as the mozzies were plague proportions - but we still want to go again :)
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Property is uniquely located. Place was full of guests and only one place to eat on a Saturday night - food choices were minimal. We ordered to eat in and they brought out takeaway so we did - but no condiments for the dishes. Cafe was shut, pizza oven not working and quite obviously the place was well understaffed for the volume of guests.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Jodie

Disappointed

Didn’t actually stay here due to us not being aware that you can only reach this place by boat (at your own cost) and that water taxis don’t run at night. There was also no safe place to leave your car.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Francesco

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Did not like that you did not let us know that their was a ferry to catch then the ferry didn’t have enough seats to carry my family
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022
Verified

4/10 Poor

Hayden

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The area is beautiful, nice contact with nature , but the facilities are all run down, staff were rude and unhelpful , specially receptionist , amenities broken in the room, room dirty. This place has potential but needs to be looked after. No activities for kids. No transport offered to and from the room, no biggies to be rented out. Seu difficult to get around with kids .
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Steve

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
All the facilities were closed. Staff did not know much. It was so bad we asked Expedia to move us. Couldnt get food. Couldnt do anything as nothing was open. Walking tracks closed. It was awful
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were so helpful right from the beginning...rebooked our Ferry for us when we wanted to change the time and let us have a late check out for a very good price. The unit was stayed in was lovely and spacious, beautifully decorated and clean. Great balcony and lovely water views. My daughter absolutely loved the amenities..bike hire was great cos we could explore the island and see the surf beach. Only minuses: walls are very thin so you can hear neighbours a bit too easily...fortunately though, we had very quiet neighbours. Also, I recommend putting a non-slip mat in bath...I slipped when getting out and have a big bruise on knee from hitting it on the sharp outer edge of bath.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

Leanne

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything is rundown. Choice of food is limited. Also no gluten free options. Staff weren’t helpful, just doing minimum work. When we researched how much it was to buy a unit and saw that body corp is $218/wk there is no reason for the resort and facilities being so rundown.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Trent

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
we didnt get a. two beedroom villa as paid for
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Roberto Vieira

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Apartment was terrible dirty with dead cockroaches in the cutlery drawer and their feces all over the place. The dining table is in the balcony and was full of birds pup as well. The property and facilities are outdated and useless. The restaurant is short on offering and there’s only one working the others are closed permanently Going to the beach is an adventure as there’s no transportation or pram or wheelchair possible way to get there I can keep going…
Verified

4/10 Poor

Nicole

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Severely run down

Broken toilet seat and really dusty. Bedding requests apparently never received so kids weren’t happy. Extremely understaffed. Staff were trying their best but just can’t cope. Overcharged for a whole room. Direct phone number is disconnected
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had read previous visitor reviews, so I was expecting facilities to be not maintained and aged. When I arrived I was pleassantly surprised. The resort offered a budget resort style experience that we loved. It was easy going and great for kids. Our one bedroom lagoon view apartment was a generous size and clean, although the kitchenette was very small and difficult to cook in due to the minimal benchspace for food prep. We didnt eat at the restaurants because we had been advised that vegetarian options were low so we brought all our food with us. The pool was fabulous! Kids loved it. And the bike hire allowed us to explore the island areas on sealed roads without cars or traffic. Overall, It felt like a relaxed, easy going holiday in a SE Asian resort back in the early 2000's - I loved it!!
Verified

8/10 Good

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We liked that the property had great pool options for young and older guests. Main resort area and accomodation was wheelchair friendly however of three wheelchair toilets, only one was open. The room was clean and big, however no housekeeping and no wifi. Ferry driver Matt was nice and helpful. Rundown and unkempt facilities, only one place to dine for dinner with tiny & pricey menu with desserts listed but not available for the whole stay, broken hire equipment with long wait periods for some items, staff available were nice but VERY understaffed, long waits for takeaway lunch (30 minutes just in queue), no information or communication on how to hire equipment or extra activities - had to seek this out ourselves, no access to activities listed on website such as massage, buffet, spa and more.
Verified

8/10 Good

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Rooms nice but service lacking

The room was clean and nice but we found the staff lacking. The reception was confusing and gave us 3 different prices for a boat berth. The bar staff were inexperienced with cocktails not tasting at all like they should. The restaurant forgot our booking even though we called a couple of times to add people. The outside of the buildings looked dirty and needed cleaning. We got locked out of our room as the lock on our door broke and when we complained were told they are old.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
Verified

4/10 Poor

Kimberley

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Be prepared for this to be the most expensive crap hole you’ve stayed at. The resort is seriously falling apart around you - paths in disrepair, rotten wooden railings, rusty bikes, kayaks with holes. The cabin we stayed in the flames from the gas cook top kept going out so needed a watchful eye to make sure we didn’t get gassed out. Rust marks on the sheets. Water damaged floors. The photos do not match the reality. The meal prices are exorbitant for the quality you actually receive, the wait times for ordering meals and drinks can reach anywhere up to 30 minutes just to order and then 30-45 minutes for the food to arrive. They did not have any desserts listed on the menu, only ice creams ($5 for a paddle pop) Cans of soft drink are $5. Coffee lines in the morning were ridiculous, with only one staff member taking the orders and making the coffee. Be prepared and Take your own snacks and drinks - ignore the rule of not taking your own alcohol, they don’t seem to really care. We did have the experience of watching influencers the resort had hired for advertising opportunities, Take cash as they charge $1 every time you use eftpos. Don’t bother tipping. Service is not worth it.