AFL NRL Finals Gold Coast Accommodation from $125/Night
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Planning a Gold Coast trip around finals weekend? See our doubles from $125/night.
AFL NRL finals Gold Coast accommodation is what people search when Brisbane rooms jump and they still want the beach. Stay in Miami from $125 a night — 200m to Burleigh Beach, free parking, an outdoor pool, and pubs showing the games. G:link and bus 765 stop on our corner.
The Gold Coast Titans finished the regular season in the top two and had a week-one bye. The Brisbane Lions are still in the AFL — they play Hawthorn in the preliminary final on Saturday 19 September at the MCG. The AFL Grand Final is Saturday 26 September at the MCG. The NRL Grand Final is Sunday 4 October at Accor Stadium, Sydney. Confirm remaining fixtures on the operator sites before you travel.
NRL Finals — what to expect
The NRL finals run through September into early October. Queensland sides in the mix this year:
Gold Coast Titans finals — Cbus Super Stadium
A Titans home final at Robina does not have to mean a car and a carpark hunt. G:link and bus 765 leave from the Christine Avenue stop on our corner every day — 765 runs to Robina.
On Cbus event days, Translink's shuttle list includes a stop on Christine Avenue near Mountain View Avenue, Miami. Shuttles vary by event — check that page for the match you are going to. A valid event ticket covers free travel on G:link and Kinetic buses on event days.
AFL Finals — Brisbane Lions still in
The AFL Grand Final is Saturday 26 September at the MCG. The Brisbane Lions play Hawthorn in the preliminary final on Saturday 19 September at the MCG, 5:15pm AEST. If they get through, every pub on the Coast will have the Grand Final on the following Saturday. We are not naming an opponent until that prelim is played.
The Gold Coast Suns did not make the series this year, so there is no home final at People First Stadium in Carrara this time. That ground is still their home when they do.
Check the fixture at AFL.com.au. For the Grand Final stay angle, see our AFL Grand Final Gold Coast accommodation guide.
Where to watch the finals in Burleigh
North Burleigh Surf Life Saving Club — at this end of the beach, 200m down Sixth Avenue. Ocean views, cold beers, screens on the game
Club Burleigh — multiple screens and counter meals, two tram stops south in Burleigh Heads (1640 Gold Coast Highway, under Swell Resort). Not a walk from the door
Burleigh Pavilion — beachfront bar for the big games, two tram stops south toward the headland
Local RSLs and sports clubs — relaxed option with cold beers and counter meals
See our things to do near the motel guide.
A finals weekend from Miami
Friday — check in from 2pm, walk to the beach, dinner at Miami Marketta (Wednesday to Saturday, 5–10pm) or two tram stops south to Justin Lane
Saturday — morning swim at Burleigh Beach, Paddock Bakery (150m) for breakfast, then the game at North Burleigh SLSC or Club Burleigh. AFL Grand Final day this year is Saturday 26 September
Sunday — swim, a late breakfast, then whichever NRL game is on. Check-out is 10am. NRL Grand Final this year is Sunday 4 October
Key finals dates — 2026
AFL preliminary final — Saturday 19 September, Hawthorn v Brisbane Lions, MCG
AFL Grand Final — Saturday 26 September, MCG
NRL Grand Final — Sunday 4 October, Accor Stadium, Sydney
Live NRL draw: NRL.com
Finals weekends fill our 36 rooms. Book early. See our Budget Gold Coast Accommodation 2026 guide for the rest of the calendar.
Why Burleigh for AFL NRL finals Gold Coast accommodation
Well placed for footy — G:link and bus 765 on our corner every day; Cbus event shuttle listed on Christine Avenue in Miami
Local screens — North Burleigh SLSC at this end of the beach; Club Burleigh and Burleigh Pavilion two tram stops south
From $125/night — no price gouging during big events
Free parking — subject to availability, no height restriction, one permit per room
200m to Burleigh Beach — two-minute walk down Sixth Avenue
Outdoor pool — cool off between sessions
Book direct — no platform fees. Free cancellation up to 24 hours before arrival on standard direct bookings; non-refundable rates are charged in full at the time of booking
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I book AFL and NRL finals weekend accommodation on the Gold Coast?
Burleigh Gold Coast Motel in Miami. Doubles from $125, 200m to Burleigh Beach, G:link and bus 765 on our corner. Local pubs show the games. Book direct at burleighmotel.com.au/bookyourstay or call (07) 5576 3211.
How do I get to a Titans final at Cbus Super Stadium without a car?
G:link and bus 765 leave from the Christine Avenue stop on our corner. On Cbus event days, Translink also lists a shuttle stop on Christine Avenue near Mountain View Avenue, Miami — check Translink's Cbus shuttle page for that event. A valid match ticket covers free travel on G:link and Kinetic buses.
Is parking included at Burleigh Gold Coast Motel?
Yes. Free outdoor parking, no height restriction, one permit per room, subject to availability.
Do I need a car for a finals weekend stay?
Not for the beach or the screens at this end of Burleigh. G:link and bus 765 stop on our corner. Club Burleigh and Burleigh Pavilion are two tram stops south. A car is optional. Free outdoor parking here, subject to availability.
Why book direct for finals weekend?
Best price — no platform fees. Free cancellation up to 24 hours before arrival on standard direct bookings; non-refundable rates are charged in full at the time of booking. Call (07) 5576 3211 if you need a late check-in.
Book Direct — Best Rates
36 rooms from $125/night. Free parking subject to availability. Outdoor pool. 200m to Burleigh Beach. Book direct — no platform fees, free cancellation up to 24 hours before arrival on standard direct bookings.
Phone: (07) 5576 3211 · Email: info@burleighmotel.com.au · Location: 1908–1910 Gold Coast Highway, Miami QLD 4220
Finals weekend, sorted — 200m from the beach, every game within reach.
