Where kids rule and parents recharge: Our stay at Paradise Resort Gold Coast

If you’ve ever wished for a family holiday where the kids are entertained, the meals are sorted, and you actually get a chance to relax – Paradise Resort Gold Coast is for you!

Famous for being Australia’s ultimate family resort, their latest deal makes it even easier to enjoy a stress-free escape that delivers on fun, value, and convenience. We sent a Kidspot family to test-drive the experience – here’s what they discovered at Paradise Resort Gold Coast.

A warm welcome and easy check-in for families

From the moment we walked into Paradise Resort, our kids fell in love. We were greeted with great music and friendly, attentive staff who had us checked into our room within minutes. Our room was beautiful – very clean, tidy, and modern – and it was so thoughtful that a portacot had already been set up for our son.

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Water park fun for the whole family

Our daughter was eager to see the main attraction straight away, which is completely understandable. Paradise Resort’s water park was amazing. There is a space designed for older kids, which our older two absolutely loved, as well as a smaller water play area perfect for our baby to explore safely. There is also a fantastic pool and spa that the whole family enjoyed. Our eldest’s favourite activity was the dunk-a-person game, while our daughter loved throwing the balls to dunk him. The outdoor area also features a trampoline, which was great fun for the kids.

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Endless kids activities at Paradise Resort Gold Coast

Paradise Resort truly is a dream destination for both kids and adults. The range of activities available is incredible. During our stay we enjoyed Cleo’s merry-go-round, the Ferris wheel, a wildlife-themed train ride, the build-your-own bear workshop, rock climbing (which our eldest was amazing at), hair braiding (a huge hit with our daughter, who chose a style inspired by one of her favourite movie characters), and ice skating – which she talked about nonstop before her booking time. There are plenty of additional activities available to suit all ages and interests.

In the afternoons, we loved that Paradise Resort offers a Kids Club. It was wonderful being able to drop the kids off and enjoy a relaxing cocktail by the bar while taking in the beautiful scenery.

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Family-friendly food, great coffee and on-site shopping

The resort also offers a fantastic selection of food options that cater to both kids and adults. This includes Penguins Restaurant for sit-down breakfast and dinner, as well as pizza, burger, and Mexican options available throughout the day. The café deserves a special mention for its great coffee.

We also made great use of the on-site shop, which was incredibly convenient. As busy parents, it’s easy to forget things when travelling, and this shop truly had it all – baby food, swim nappies, sunblock, medicines, swimwear, snacks, drinks, toys, and gifts. We were so grateful for this and visited it many times during our stay.

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Kid-approved and parent recommended

When it was time to check out, our daughter asked when we could come back, saying it was the best holiday ever. It was an amazing break for our whole family, and we can’t wait to return.

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Doin’ It For The Kids: A family holiday deal parents will love

For a limited time, families can enjoy a 3-night stay from just $899, with inclusions designed to take the pressure off parents and maximise the fun for kids.

What’s included (and why parents love it)*

  • Every morning starts with a continental buffet breakfast for the whole family, making mornings easy and flexible before heading out for a day of adventure.
  • Kids aged 0-12 years enjoy lunch and dinner included every day of your stay, choosing from kid-approved favourites across multiple resort dining venues. No planning, no extra budgeting, and no “what are we eating tonight?” conversations – it’s all taken care of.
  • Each child also receives one fully supervised Kids Club session, giving them the chance to make new friends, get creative, and enjoy age-appropriate activities in a safe and welcoming environment, while parents enjoy some well-earned downtime.
  • And they’ve thrown in $200 to spend on their range of resort activities such as ice-skating, teddy bear workshops, train rides, laser tag and much more.
  • Non-stop fun, all in one place!

At Paradise Resort, the fun never stops. Your stay also includes unlimited access to the resort’s waterpark, pool and spa, so kids can splash, slide, and swim to their hearts’ content and parents can relax knowing everything is right on their doorstep.

Add to that a full program of daily activities and entertainment, from games and crafts to family-friendly shows, and you’ll quickly see why Paradise Resort is a favourite with families Australia-wide.

Perfect for families who want more value

This package is ideal for families who want a holiday that truly caters to kids – without forgetting the parents. With meals included, activities onsite, and accommodation designed for families, you can focus on spending quality time together instead of juggling schedules and costs.

Even better, the Doin’ It For The Kids package is available for travel on selected dates until March 2027, making it perfect for school holidays, long weekends, or a mid-year family escape.

Why families keep coming back

Parents love the convenience, the value, and the peace of mind. Kids love the freedom, the fun, and the friends they make along the way. And everyone loves leaving with a camera full of memories and plans to come back again.

But don’t wait! Doin’ It For The Kids is available for a limited time only, and rooms are expected to book fast.

Learn more at Doin’ It For The Kids and discover why families have voted Paradise Resort Gold Coast as the Best Family Resort for the past 15 years.

* Terms and conditions apply.

The reviewer was provided with a complimentary stay at Paradise Resort Gold Coast for the purposes of the review. All views are those of the reviewer.

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