Australia’s best holiday apartments for families

Spread across our nation’s coastlines and cities you’ll find apartments to accommodate families of all shapes and sizes. Offering kitchens, living rooms and all the facilities you’d expect at a resort – think lagoon pools, water parks and restaurants – these incredible apartments should be top of your holiday hit-list.

Serviced apartment stays have become a popular option for a stress-free family holiday. They can provide a cost-effective alternative to booking multiple hotel rooms. Along with the extra space, families can enjoy the privacy and freedom a serviced apartment offers. You can set your own schedule, whether it’s breakfast in your pyjamas or late-night chats in the living room. But the real charm lies in the home-like comforts an apartment provides, from private laundries which negate the need for overpacking to kitchens that make dining out an option rather than a necessity. Apartments also generally come with added security features, providing peace of mind for parents. Many holiday apartment hotels sweeten the deal with amenities such as swimming pools, playgrounds, and fitness centres, catering to the entertainment needs of the whole family

1. Turtle Beach Resort

Gold Coast, QLD
4.5 star

Families will feel right at home at Turtle Beach Resort on the Gold Coast, where one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartments come with private balconies or patios overlooking 4.5 hectares of lush tropical gardens. Spacious and fully selfcontained, each apartment offers the perfect base for exploring local attractions or indulging in the resort’s impressive features and activities. With four separate pools and a Splash Zone Waterpark, a mini-golf course, an arcade room and the action-packed Club Turtle kids’ program, the resort is designed to keep every member of the family entertained.

2. Meriton Suites Broadbeach

Gold Coast, QLD
5 star

Wake up to blissful beach vibes at Meriton Suites Broadbeach, where roomy apartments give families plenty of space to spread out and recharge. Designed for four to six guests, each suite comes with a fully equipped kitchen, laundry facilities, premium skin and hair care products, plus a coffee capsule machine that’s a lifesaver on early mornings. Step outside and you’re in the middle of the action with Pacific Fair Shopping Centre, the Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre and a lively mix of restaurants and bars all just a short stroll away.

3. Q1 Resort & Spa

Gold Coast, QLD
4.5 star

Rising above Surfers Paradise, Q1 Resort & Spa is Australia’s tallest residential tower, offering one- to four-bedroom apartments with sweeping views of the Pacific Ocean and Gold Coast hinterland. Spacious, stylish and fully self-contained, these apartments make a perfect family getaway, blending comfort with modern elegance. The resort features three swimming pools, a vibrant dining precinct, and a serene day spa for adults. Adventure seekers can head to the SkyPoint Observation Deck for panoramic vistas or take on the thrills of SkyPoint Climb, 270m above sea level.

4. RACV Noosa Resort

Noosa, QLD
5 star

Known for its incredible location on the Sunshine Coast, surrounded by pristine beaches, rivers, hinterland and national parks, RACV Noosa Resort’s consistently high rankings in our awards can be attributed to various factors. The resort’s extensive offerings cater to families, with a range of accommodations including two- and three-bedroom apartments, plus multi-storey villas for larger families. The amenities are equally impressive, featuring an outdoor infinity-edge heated pool, thrilling waterslides, a splash park and a playground. The kids’ club provides entertainment with games, movies and crafts, while parents can take their time unwinding at the indulgent One Spa.

5. Oaks Sunshine Coast Oasis Resort

Caloundra, QLD
4 star

If an action-packed holiday is your family’s thing, head to Oaks Sunshine Coast Oasis Resort. With an incredible water park, resort-style pool, putt-putt golf course, sandpit, climbing frame, a giant ‘Kangaroo Jumper’ and some of the best holiday apartments on the Sunshine Coast, this resort is a veritable oasis for families. When it’s time to wind down, head back to your cosy one-, two- or three-bedroom apartment, nestled amongst sprawling tropical gardens. Mealtimes are also a breeze with Oak & Vine Sunshine Coast right on site.

6. Mantra Crown Towers Surfers Paradise

Gold Coast, QLD
4.5 star

Just 100 metres from Surfers Paradise beach, Mantra Crown Towers Surfers Paradise offers some of the best family holiday apartments on the Gold Coast. Check in to a one-, two- or three-bedroom apartment and enjoy fully equipped kitchens, spacious rooms and private balconies with ocean or city views. When you’re not out exploring all that the Gold Coast has to offer, make a splash at the Mantra Crown Towers Surfers Paradise’s lagoon-style pool (complete with a sandy beach), pirate ship slide and heated indoor pool. Families will be spoiled for choice at the Mantra Crown Towers dining precinct or at the award-winning Chiang Mai Restaurant located in the lobby.

7. Adina Apartment Hotel Darling Harbour

Sydney, NSW
4 star

Adina Apartment Hotel Darling Harbour is a top‑tier family‑friendly holiday apartment. The spacious, self‑contained apartments have kitchen facilities, enough room for families or multigenerational stays, and an outdoor pool and amenities that make it easy to unwind after a day of sightseeing. Its central King Street Wharf location in Darling Harbour places it within walking distance of kid‑friendly attractions.

8. East Hotel

Canberra, ACT
4.5 star

If you’re travelling on the road with kids, East Hotel has you covered. This family-friendly hotel, located between the vibrant hubs of Kingston and Manuka, is a five-minute drive to all the top tourist sites in Canberra, including the kids’ favourite, Questacon. The stylish one- and two-bedroom apartments are perfect for families, and the adjoining Kids Cubbies are fitted out with bunk beds, beanbags, toys, games, and even a kid-friendly mini-bar. Bikes for both children and adults are available for hire, offering the ideal way to explore the shores of the nearby Lake Burley Griffin.

9. Star of the Sea

Terrigal, NSW
5 star

The Star of the Sea Resort is located on the Terrigal headland overlooking the famous Terrigal Beach. Offering sensational three and four-bedroom apartments that can accommodate six to eight people comfortably with three separate bathrooms to ensure privacy. The multi-million dollar apartments boast Italian marble throughout and are stylishly furnished with separate dining and lounge areas. They have all the essentials, including ducted air conditioning, a TV, Foxtel and Wi-Fi. Families have voted Star of the Sea one of the best apartments in Australia due to the world-class recreation facilities, including indoor and outdoor heated pools, a spa and waterslide, a well-equipped gym, steam room, snooker room, tennis court, indoor basketball, table tennis, BBQ Area and kids playground.

10. Whitsunday Apartments Hamilton Island

Whitsunday Islands
4 star

Discover paradise at Whitsunday Apartments Hamilton Island, adjacent to the popular snorkelling and scuba diving hotspot of Catseye Beach. Nestled in landscaped tropical gardens, Whitsunday Apartments Hamilton Island boasts well-appointed apartments, a tour desk and laoon-style swimming pool. Choose to stay in a Garden, Sea, or Deluxe Coral Sea View Apartment, each sleeping up to five guests and featuring a fully equipped kitchen, living area and balcony. When relaxation calls, make use of the heated spa and ground-floor guest lounge, offering free Wi-Fi.

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