The Gold Coast’s newest luxury hotel has been a long time coming. But bookings are now officially open, and you can get up to 25 per cent off.
Reservations are open at Andaz Gold Coast, the first hotel under Hyatt’s design-led Andaz brand to arrive in Australia or the Pacific. The 202-room property is due to open late this year, with the first bookable dates from 14 December.
Andaz operates around 30 hotels worldwide, in Tokyo, London, New York, Singapore, Bali and Maui among others, and the brand’s premise is that no two should look alike. Each one is meant to read as a product of where it stands rather than a template dropped into a new postcode. On the Gold Coast, that idea has been handed to Australian firm DBI Architects, with interiors by Hachem – the studio behind W Melbourne.
A hotel built around the light
Rooms have floor-to-ceiling windows.
The design brief follows the movement of the sun across the coastline: the sharper light of a Pacific sunrise at one end of the day, warmer tones over the hinterland at the other. That means warm materials, shifting light and green references to the hinterland running through spaces intended to change character between morning and evening.
Then there’s the food and drink, and a reasonable amount of it. Nove Restaurant and Bar is the anchor – Mediterranean cooking through a modern Australian lens, built around a fire grill and shared plates. Vista Lounge is the all-day social space, Verde Bar the smaller room for cocktails at golden hour. Outside, the Andaz Pool Club combines private cabanas, drinks and dining across an expansive deck.
Experience fire-led dining at Nove Restaurant and Bar.
Enjoy cocktails at golden hour at Verde Bar.
Rooms have floor-to-ceiling windows, with private outdoor space in some. Suites add deep soaking bathtubs and dual vanities, and the top-tier Andaz Residence Suite comes with an entertainer’s terrace. There’s a Matrix Fitness gym, and Andaz hosts on hand to point guests towards the parts of the Gold Coast that aren’t the hotel.
Andaz Gold Coast general manager Saraid Carey said the hotel feels unmistakably Gold Coast. “From sunrise-lit guestrooms and expressive dining to afternoons around the pool and cocktails at golden hour, every element has been shaped around the way people want to experience this destination," she said.
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The hotel occupies floors six to 21 of the second tower at The Star Gold Coast, a $400 million addition to the Broadbeach Island resort. When Hyatt announced the deal in September 2024, the hotel was slated to open in mid-2025. That became early-to-mid 2026, then mid-2026, and now late 2026. Delays on a 63-storey tower are hardly unusual, and Hyatt has not put a reason on the record.
Details
Relax in private cabanas at the Andaz Pool Club.
Address: 16 Casino Drive, Broadbeach, Qld
When: Bookings available from 14 December 2026
Cost: From $350 per night
Bookings: Andaz Gold Coast is now accepting reservations.
Save 20 per cent (or 25 per cent for World of Hyatt members) with the Grand Opening Offer for stays between 14 December 2026 and 30 June 2027.
Or book the Gold Coast Escape package for a two-night stay, and you’ll get a complimentary room upgrade plus a $100 daily dining and drinking credit. World of Hyatt members also receive an additional 5 per cent discount.
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There’s more to Australia’s Garden City than meets the eye.
With Victorian-era and traditional Queenslander buildings, an abundance of manicured gardens and the famous Carnival of Flowers painting the streets in vibrant colours each spring, Toowoomba is one of the most charming regional cities in Queensland Country.
While its beauty alone is reason enough to visit, there are lesser-known sides to Toowoomba that locals love most, from its burgeoning culinary scene to its artistic flair. Located just a 90-minute drive from Brisbane (or a direct flight from Sydney), it’s all too easy to discover on a long weekend away.
1. There’s an awesome local arts scene
Find incredible works of art around Toowoomba’s streets. (Credit: Nathan McNeil)
Australia’s second largest inland city is a flourishing arts and culture hub waiting to be discovered. Over 100 vibrant street art murals and graffiti works decorate the city, and they’re best viewed along Bank Lane and Searles Walk.
As a regional city, Toowoomba has direct access to incredibly fresh produce that’s shaping its culinary scene. At sunset, head to the verandah at Rosalie House Cellar Door Restaurant for a grazing-style dining experience and to discover Queensland’s underrated wine scene. Indulge in dishes such as Warilba lamb rump and roasted pumpkin with ginger-roasted potatoes and lime yoghurt, paired with their delicious cool-climate wines.
For a more relaxed affair, sweet tooths should make a beeline for award-winning The Baker’s Duck. Be sure to try their cult favourite strawberry cheesecake danish; you’ll learn why 35,000 of these treats are sold annually.
3. Small bars are doing big work
Pop into small bars like Uno Más.
Toowoomba doesn’t disappoint with fantastic pubs, but discerning drinkers can take happy hour to the next level at one of the city’s impressive small bars. Savour Spanish-style bites paired with a thoughtful line-up of wines at the newly opened Uno Más Tapas & Wine Bar. On Thursdays, head to Cork & Lever to tap your feet to live music over creative cocktails made with their all-Australian gin collection. And enjoy elevated toasties and premium drops at the cosy Press’d Coffee & Wine. Or try newly opened The Book Pour.
4. There’s no shortage of fabulous stays
Chill out in beautiful surrounds at Bunnyconnellen. (Credit: Salt Media)
Whether you prefer the buzz of the city centre or retreating to the hinterland, there are stylish stays aplenty to settle into in this idyllic corner of the world. Apartment-style living can be found at Quest Toowoomba; partly housed in a heritage church building in the city, it’s a comfortable and convenient base. And at The Arbour Boutique Apartments, spacious rooms are injected with old-world charm.
In the hinterland, enjoy bucolic bliss at the boutique Bunnyconnellen, where an 1880s farmhouse and self-contained cottage are backdropped by rolling hills. And at the secluded Ravensbourne Escape, one-bedroom studios, two-bedroom chalets and three-bedroom holiday homes overlook Ravensbourne National Park and the Brisbane and Lockyer Valleys.
5. It’s a nature-lovers paradise
Tackle Table Top Mountain. (Credit: Ariana Potamianakis)
Toowoomba is hugged by national parks, making it a haven for nature lovers. On its doorstep you’ll find the extinct volcanic peak Table Top Mountain, where keen hikers can tackle the challenging two-kilometre return trail which rewards them with 360° views of the Lockyer Valley and surrounds.
For a more gentle experience, Ravensbourne National Park offers peaceful walking trails within lush rainforest. It’s a top spot for bird watching as there are over 110 bird species that call the area home, including the paradise riflebird. Crows Nest National Park is home to platypus and koalas, and its refreshing natural swimming spots, like Kauyoo Pool, are a great place to beat the heat.
6. Wellness enthusiasts are well looked after
Toowoomba’s cool and calm energy lends itself to a wellness-focused getaway. Slated to open in August 2026, soak in the serenity at Vikasati Toowoomba, a bathhouse oasis with outdoor hot and cold magnesium pools, ice baths and Finnish saunas. Rest and recharge at City Cave Toowoomba, which offers float therapy, infrared sauna and massage services, or visit Kalm Springs for LED therapy, cryotherapy and float therapy.
7. It’s preserved its 19th-century charm
Learn all about the history of Cobb+Co.
History buffs can step back in time at Toowoomba’s fascinating cultural and historical museums.
Explore 50,000 years of Darling Downs and Toowoomba history at the Queensland Museum Cobb+Co; it’s known for its impressive National Carriage Collection of 47 restored horse-drawn vehicles, which were put to use for Queensland’s urban expansion. Visitors can also try their hand at blacksmithing or leadlighting in heritage workshops, refuelling with traditional scones at the onsite cafe.
Train enthusiasts can celebrate the golden era of rail travel on a heritage steam locomotive thanks to the volunteer-driven, community-led organisation DownsSteam Toowoomba. Vintage train rides range from a two-hour journey between Toowoomba Station and DownsSteam Railway Museum to an overnight adventure from Toowoomba to the Southern Downs and Granite Belt
8. There are vintage gems waiting to be found
Whether it’s to pick up a unique piece for your home or a one-of-a-kind accessory for a loved one, you’re guaranteed to find something special in one of Toowoomba’s antique and vintage stores. Range Antiques sells everything from furniture, rugs and lamps to fine porcelain, jewellery and art, while Toowoomba Antiques & Collectables is a treasure trove of Art Deco, farmhouse, retro and mid-century modern pieces.
