Brisbane AFL and NRL Finals Weekend — Gold Coast Accommodation from $125/Night
- Burleigh Gold Coast Motel
- Oct 1, 2025
- 5 min read
Updated: 3 days ago
Planning a Gold Coast trip around finals weekend? Stay in Burleigh from $125/night. Clean rooms, free parking, outdoor pool, and local pubs showing every game live.
Whether you are here for the Broncos, the Lions, the Titans, or just want a long weekend on the Coast with the footy finals on — we have got you sorted.
Finals season is the best time to be a footy fan in Queensland. The NRL finals run through September with the Grand Final in late September or early October. The AFL finals — now featuring the top 10 teams under the new 2026 wildcard system — run through to Grand Final day on 26 September. Brisbane is right in the middle of it with the Lions defending back-to-back AFL premierships and the Broncos always in the mix for an NRL title run.
If you are making a long weekend of it on the Gold Coast — watching the finals at a local pub, catching a game at Cbus Super Stadium, or just enjoying the beach between matches — Burleigh Gold Coast Motel is the base. From $125/night, 5-min walk to the beach, and walking distance to pubs showing every game.
NRL Finals 2026 — What to Expect
The 2026 NRL finals series kicks off in September with the top 8 teams. The Grand Final follows in late September or early October at Accor Stadium in Sydney. Queensland teams to watch:
Brisbane Broncos — always a finals contender, always well supported on the Gold Coast. broncos.com.au
Gold Coast Titans — your local NRL team. Home games at Cbus Super Stadium in Robina, 20 minutes from our door. titans.com.au
North Queensland Cowboys — another Queensland side with a strong following
Check the NRL finals draw and live ladder at NRL.com.
Gold Coast Titans Finals — Cbus Super Stadium
If the Titans make finals and host a home final at Cbus Super Stadium — book immediately. The whole Gold Coast fills up. We are 20 minutes from Robina. Take Route 765 from our door to Robina station and walk from there. No parking stress, no driving after a big night.
Get Titans tickets here.
AFL Finals 2026 — Brisbane Lions Defending Back-to-Back
The 2026 AFL finals run to Grand Final day on 26 September at the MCG. The Brisbane Lions are defending back-to-back premierships — the whole of Queensland is watching. The new wildcard finals system means 10 teams make finals this year, adding extra weeks of meaningful footy through September.
Brisbane Lions — two-time defending premiers. Every finals game is an event. lions.com.au
Gold Coast Suns — home games at People First Stadium, Carrara. 25 minutes from us. goldcoastsuns.com.au
Check the AFL finals fixture at AFL.com.au.
Gold Coast Suns Finals — People First Stadium
A Suns home final at People First Stadium in Carrara brings the whole Gold Coast out. When the big Victorian clubs come to town — Collingwood, Essendon, Carlton — the atmosphere is electric and accommodation fills up fast. We are 25 minutes away. Book early.
Where to Watch the Finals in Burleigh
Every pub and bar in Burleigh has the footy on during finals. Best spots walking distance from the motel:
Club Burleigh — multiple screens, cold beers, good value meals on the Gold Coast Highway. Best dedicated sports pub in the area
North Burleigh Surf Life Saving Club — ocean views, cold beers, screens showing the game. Great atmosphere for a finals afternoon
Burleigh Pavilion — beachfront bar showing big games. Hard to beat for location
Local RSLs and sports clubs — always a relaxed option with cold beers and counter meals
See our full Burleigh Heads nightlife guide and where to eat and drink guide.
The Perfect Finals Weekend in Burleigh
Here is how a finals weekend at Burleigh Gold Coast Motel looks:
Friday — check in, drop bags, walk to the beach, dinner at Justin Lane or Miami Marketta
Saturday — morning swim at Burleigh Beach, Paddock Bakery for breakfast, afternoon game at Club Burleigh or Surf Life Saving Club, evening game back at the pub
Sunday — Grand Final morning swim, late breakfast, afternoon session for the big game. Check out by 10am or ask about late checkout
Key Finals Dates 2026
NRL finals series — September 2026. Top 8 teams. Grand Final late September/October
AFL finals series — September 2026. Top 10 teams under new wildcard system
AFL Grand Final — 26 September 2026, MCG
State of Origin — Queensland vs NSW. Always fills the pubs on the Coast
Bonsoy Gold Coast Pro — WSL surfing at Snapper Rocks every May. 15 minutes from our door
Finals weekends fill our rooms fast every year. Book early to lock in your dates. See our Budget Gold Coast Accommodation 2026 guide for all major event dates across the year.
Why Stay in Burleigh for Finals Weekend
Central location — 20 minutes to Cbus Super Stadium, 25 minutes to People First Stadium
Local pubs showing every finals game, all within walking distance
From $125/night — no price gouging during big events
Free parking — drive to the game or leave the car and take the bus
Beach 5-min walk — morning swim is the best way to start a finals day
Outdoor pool — cool off between sessions
Book direct — no booking fees, flexible cancellation
Our Rooms
Double Room — sleeps 2 — from $125/night. Couples or mates sharing
Triple Room — sleeps 3 — from $165/night. Good for small groups
Quad Room — sleeps 4 — from $185/night. Groups sorted
Family Room — sleeps 5 — from $195/night
Interconnecting Rooms — sleeps 6 — from $295/night. Two rooms, two bathrooms. Ideal for larger groups
All rooms include free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, flat screen TV, microwave, bar fridge, kettle, private ensuite, linen and towels, and free parking subject to availability. View all rooms →
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Book Your Finals Weekend Stay
Finals weekends fill up fast every year. If you know your dates — lock them in now. Best price guaranteed when you book direct. No booking fees. Flexible cancellation on direct bookings.
Or call us on (07) 5576 3211 to book over the phone.
Contact Us
Phone: (07) 5576 3211
Email: info@burleighmotel.com.au
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