JW Marriott Gold Coast Resort & Spa

Last updated October 2026

5-star Surfers Paradise resort with a saltwater fish lagoon, a kids' pool slide and a Family by JW program.

JW Marriott Gold Coast Resort & Spa is a 5-star hotel on Ferny Avenue, Surfers Paradise. The hotel's website lists 215 ocean and mountain view guest rooms and 23 suites. Its pool area, which the hotel says won Australia's Best Hotel Pool in 2021 and 2024, has a saltwater lagoon with tropical fish, a sandy beach, a swim-up grotto and waterfalls, plus a freshwater pool with a children's slide, spas and cabanas. Snorkels, flippers and motorised aquatic scooters can be hired from the water sports kiosk. The hotel runs a Family by JW program and lists a family getaway offer and a Teddy Bear High Tea Buffet (until 31 October 2026) on its offers page. Room rates are by date on the booking page. Details from marriott.com, checked 11 October 2026.

Facts checked against the venue's own website on 11 October 2026.