Budget Accommodation in Burleigh Heads from $145/Night
36 clean, comfortable rooms just 100 metres from Burleigh Beach. Gold Coast motel with free parking, outdoor pool, and a bus stop at our door. The budget beachside stay Virgin Australia recommends.
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Named Best Budget-Friendly Accommodation in Burleigh Heads
Virgin Australia named Burleigh Gold Coast Motel the Best Budget-Friendly Accommodation in Burleigh Heads on their Gold Coast where to stay guide. Their pick for budget-conscious travellers wanting easy access to Burleigh Beach, local cafes, and Burleigh Head National Park.
Why Burleigh Heads
Burleigh Heads offers a relaxed coastal vibe that keeps visitors coming back. Golden beaches, world-class surf breaks, and the scenic Burleigh Headland walking trails. Local boutiques, great cafes, and the popular Burleigh Markets every Sunday.
This is the real Gold Coast. No high-rise towers, no tourist traps. Just a great beach, excellent food, and a laid-back atmosphere that Surfers Paradise cannot match.
Stay in Burleigh and you get the best of both worlds - beach village feel with easy access to everything on the Coast.
100 Metres from Burleigh Beach
We are not a 15-minute drive from the beach. We are not a shuttle ride away. We are 100 metres from the sand.
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Burleigh Beach - 100 metres. Walk out, cross the road, feet in the sand.
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North Burleigh Surf Life Saving Club - 5 minute walk. Breakfast with ocean views.
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Burleigh Headland - 10 minute walk. Coastal walks, ocean views, spot koalas.
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James Street - 10 minute walk. Best cafes and restaurants on the Coast.
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Miami Marketta - 5 minute walk. Street food and live music.
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Burleigh Markets - 10 minute walk. Every Sunday at the beach.
Surf club accommodation Burleigh - walk to the club, walk to the waves, walk home. No car needed.
Burleigh vs Surfers Paradise
Surfers Paradise has the towers and the nightlife. Burleigh has the beach and the lifestyle.
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Better beach - Burleigh Beach is one of Australia's best. Consistent surf, golden sand, headland views.
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Better food - James Street has cafes and restaurants that people drive across the Coast for.
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Better value - Budget accommodation in Burleigh costs less than Surfers. More money for experiences.
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Better vibe - Relaxed, local, no tourist crowds. The Gold Coast locals choose.
Surfers is only 14 km away if you want to visit. Catch the 700 bus from our door - 25 minutes, 50 cents with a Go Card.
Our Rooms
36 rooms sleeping 2 to 6 guests:
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Double Room - From $145/night. Queen bed, sleeps 2.
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Triple Room - From $165/night. Queen + single, sleeps 3.
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Triple Room Ground Floor - From $165/night. Easy access, no stairs.
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Quad Room - From $185/night. Queen + 2 singles, sleeps 4.
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Family Room - From $205/night. Queen + 3 singles, sleeps 5.
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Interconnecting Room - From $300/night. Sleeps 6, 2 bathrooms.
What is Included
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Air conditioning and ceiling fan
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Free high-speed Wi-Fi
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Flat-screen TV
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Microwave, bar fridge, kettle, tea and coffee
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Private ensuite with hairdryer
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Linen and towels
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Free parking (subject to availability)
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Outdoor pool
Getting to Burleigh
From Gold Coast Airport - 15 minutes. Route 777 runs direct and stops outside our door. 50 cents with a Go Card.
From Brisbane Airport - Airtrain to Robina station, then Route 765 direct to our door.
By Bus - Bus stop at our door. Route 700 runs the length of the Coast. Route 777 to the airport. Route 765 to Robina train station. All fares 50 cents with a Go Card.
By Car - Free parking for all guests, subject to availability. Easy M1 access.
No car needed beach stay. Easy to get around Burleigh and the Gold Coast without a car.
Where to Eat in Burleigh
James Street is packed with options, all within walking distance:
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The Commune - Coffee and all day dining
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Justin Lane - Rooftop pizza and cocktails
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Tarte Bakery - Pastries and coffee
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Burgster - Local burger favourite
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Rick Shores - Beachfront fine dining
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The Paddock Bakery - Burleigh institution
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Burleigh Pavilion - Beach bar with ocean views
Burleigh Events
Gold Coast Open - 18 to 22 February 2026. WSL QS1000 surfing at Burleigh Heads. Walk to the comp from our door.
Burleigh Markets - Every Sunday at the beach. Local produce, handmade goods, live music. Stay with us and walk there.
Miami Marketta - Street food and live music every Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday night.
Village Markets - First and third Sunday of each month. Fashion, art, design.
Who Stays With Us
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Couples - Beach walks, good food, poolside afternoons. Plan your romantic getaway.
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Families - Pool, beach, theme parks. See our family guide.
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Solo travellers - Safe, clean, easy to get around. Bus stop at our door.
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Surfers - 100 metres to the break. Walk to the Gold Coast Open.
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Business travellers - Free Wi-Fi, quiet rooms, free parking.
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Tradies - Weekly rates available.
Day Trips from Burleigh
Harbour Town Premium Outlets - 20 minutes north. Over 200 stores with up to 70% off.
Mermaid Beach - 10 minutes north. BamBam Bakehouse and Gemellini.
Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary - 10 minutes south. Feed lorikeets, cuddle koalas.
Theme parks - Sea World 20 mins, Movie World 25 mins, Dreamworld 35 mins.
Burleigh Accommodation FAQs
Where should I stay in Burleigh Heads?
Burleigh Gold Coast Motel is in Miami, 100 metres from Burleigh Beach. Walking distance to James Street, the headland, and Burleigh Markets. Named Best Budget-Friendly Accommodation in Burleigh Heads by Virgin Australia.
How far is Burleigh from Gold Coast Airport?
15 minutes drive or 25 minutes on the 777 bus. The bus stops right outside our door. Fares are 50 cents with a Go Card.
Is Burleigh Heads good for families?
Yes. Calm water at the south end of the beach, playground nearby, pool at the motel, and easy access to theme parks. We have family rooms sleeping up to 5.
Do I need a car in Burleigh Heads?
No. The beach, cafes, restaurants, and markets are all walking distance from our motel. Bus stop at our door for anywhere else on the Coast.
What is the best beach on the Gold Coast?
Locals rate Burleigh Beach as one of the best. Great surf, beautiful headland, less crowded than Surfers Paradise. We are 100 metres away.
Book Your Burleigh Stay
Budget accommodation in Burleigh Heads from $145/night. 100 metres to beach. Free parking. Outdoor pool. Named Best Budget-Friendly Accommodation in Burleigh Heads by Virgin Australia.
Contact Us
Phone: (07) 5576 3211
Email: info@burleighgoldcoastmotel.com.au
Location: 1908-1910 Gold Coast Highway, Miami QLD 4220
Beachside motel between Burleigh and Miami, close to shops, dining, and transport.
