Burleigh Gold Coast Motel — A Great Base After Easter Too

michael60772
Apr 3
3 min read

Updated: Apr 8

Easter is done, but the Gold Coast is not. Now is one of the better times to visit — crowds drop off quickly, accommodation pricing settles, and the beaches go back to being enjoyable. Burleigh Gold Coast Motel is open and available now.

Right Now Is a Good Time to Visit

The Easter rush clears fast. Within days of the long weekend, beaches that were packed settle back to a comfortable pace. Cafe queues shorten. Parking gets easier. Popular attractions that had hour-long waits during peak periods are walkable again. The water is still warm and the weather in April and May on the Gold Coast is some of the best of the year.

Accommodation pricing also improves once school holidays end. You get the same location, the same beach, the same pool — at better value than you would have paid a week earlier.

Midweek stays in particular offer a noticeable difference — quieter check-ins, easier beach access, and more flexibility to move around without planning around crowds. See free things to do in Burleigh for ideas that cost nothing.

What Is Still On Around Burleigh

April and May keep moving on the Gold Coast. The Gold Coast Film Festival runs from 22 April to 3 May, with screenings across the city. Miami Marketta runs its night food market most weekends — a short walk from the motel. Burleigh Markets runs every Sunday morning at the Burleigh Heads Community Hall. The headland walk through Burleigh Head National Park is one of the better free things to do on the Coast at any time of year.

There is enough to fill a few days without booking a single ticketed event.

Midweek Stays — Practical and Flexible

A midweek stay at Burleigh Gold Coast Motel works well for:

Couples after a break without the weekend rush
Solo travellers passing through or working nearby
Families who can travel outside school holiday peaks
Tradies and business guests on Gold Coast projects
Anyone who just needs a few quiet nights near the beach

36 rooms from $145/night. Book direct for best rates with no platform fees added on top. We fill up faster than people expect — worth booking ahead even outside peak peri Ideal for Families and Couples Alike

Easter brings a mix of travellers, and Burleigh works well for both families and couples.

Families benefit from:

Close access to beaches and safe water spots
Activities that suit different ages
Short travel times between attractions
Easy meal options nearby

Couples enjoy:

Walkable cafés and relaxed dining
Scenic coastal walks and water activities
Easy access to live music and evening spots
A quieter base compared to busier tourist hubs

The motel’s location and layout make it flexible without being complicated.

Affordable Easter accommodation room at Burleigh Gold Coast Motel in Burleigh Heads, close to the beach and local attractions

Where to Eat in Burleigh

Paddock Bakery is 150 metres from the motel — a good first stop in the morning. For the rest of the day:

The Commune — coffee and all day dining
Justin Lane — rooftop pizza and cocktails
Tarte Bakery — pastries and coffee
Burgster — local burger favourite
Rick Shores — beachfront fine dining

Day Trips from Burleigh

Stay with us and explore the Coast. Harbour Town Premium Outlets at Biggera Waters has over 200 stores with up to 70% off. Just 20 minutes drive.

Head north to Mermaid Beach for boutique cafes like BamBam Bakehouse and Gemellini.

Getting Here

We are on the Gold Coast Highway in Miami, 5-minute walk to Miami Beach, 10-minute walk to Burleigh Beach.

Bus stop at our door. Route 777 runs direct to Gold Coast Airport (25 mins). Route 700 connects you up and down the Coast. Route 765 runs to Varsity Lakes train station, with trains connecting to Brisbane and beyond. Fares are 50 cents with a Go Card.

Motel with free parking for all guests, subject to availability.

Light Rail Update

The Gold Coast Light Rail extension to Burleigh is underway. You may notice some night works along the highway. Works are scheduled to complete July 2026, after which you will be able to tram it from Burleigh to anywhere on the Coast.