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Palmerston Tower

Gold Coast - QLD · Australia

114 Marine Parade SouthportView location

8.0/10Excellent251 Reviews
Cleanliness7.4/107.4
Service8.2/108.2
Comfort7.2/107.2
Condition7.2/107.2
Location10.0/1010.0
Neighborhood8.6/108.6
Value8.4/108.4
Amenities8.4/108.4
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About Palmerston Tower

Palmerston Tower Resort is conveniently located in the popular Southport area. The hotel offers a high standard of service and amenities to suit the individual needs of all travelers. Facilities like express check-in/check-out, luggage storage, car park, family room, BBQ facilities are readily available for you to enjoy.

Guestrooms are designed to provide an optimal level of comfort with welcoming decor and some offering convenient amenities like non smoking rooms, balcony/terrace, blackout curtains, alarm clock, fan. The hotel's peaceful atmosphere extends to its recreational facilities which include golf course (within 3 km), outdoor pool, spa, tennis courts, garden.

Palmerston Tower Resort combines warm hospitality with a lovely ambiance to make your stay in Gold Coast unforgettable.

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Located in Gold Coast (Southport), Palmerston Tower on Southport Broadwater is a 4-minute walk from Broadwater Parklands and 6 minutes by foot from Gold Coast Aquatic Centre. This beach apartment is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from G. R. Thompson Park and 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Australia Fair Shopping Centre.

Make yourself at home in one of the 18 individually furnished guestrooms, featuring kitchens with full-sized refrigerators/freezers and ovens. Rooms have private balconies or patios. 50-inch flat-screen televisions with digital programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected.

Conveniences include separate sitting areas and microwaves, and housekeeping is provided weekly. Featured amenities include luggage storage, laundry facilities, and an elevator. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours).

Popular amenities

Swimming Pool
Free WiFi
Parking available
Airport transfers
Dining services
Concierge
Laundry
Spa
Entertainment
Smoking areas
Childcare
Accessible facilities

Check-in and check-out

Check-in from 2:00 PM
Check-in until anytime
Check-out until 10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age 18

Hotel policies

Parking height restrictions apply Guests will receive an email with special check-in instructions Guest will receive an email before arrival 24 hours Professional property host/manager Pets not allowed

Cleaning and safety

Sanitization
Contactless check-in is available Contactless check-out is available
Essential Travel
Essential workers only - NO

Important information

  • Property Alerts

    You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

    • Deposit: AUD 250 per accommodation, per stay

    We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

  • You need to know
    • This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
    • Pool access available from 6:30 AM to 9:30 PM.
    • Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
    • Parking height restrictions apply.
    • Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
  • Special Instructions
    This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply). Guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation. The front desk is open during the following times:
    • Monday - Friday: 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
    Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools. Guests arriving outside of regular check-in hours can use the exterior telephone for check-in assistance.
  • Instructions
    • Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
    • Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
    • Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
    • The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
    • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
    • Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
    • Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
    • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
    • Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Minimal age
    18
  • Optional fees
    • Airport shuttle fee: AUD 35 per person (one-way)
    • Airport shuttle fee per child: AUD 35 (one-way), (up to 13 years old)
    • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 35.0 per day

    The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

  • Spoken Language

    English

Nearby attractions

Broadwater Parklands 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
Gold Coast Aquatic Centre 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
G. R. Thompson Park 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
Australia Fair Shopping Centre 1 km / 0.6 mi
Marina Mirage Shopping Centre 1.9 km / 1.2 mi
Mariner's Cove Marina 2.3 km / 1.4 mi
Spirit of Gold Coast 2.4 km / 1.5 mi
Ian Dipple Lagoon 2.5 km / 1.6 mi
The Spit Beach 2.6 km / 1.6 mi
Main Beach 2.9 km / 1.8 mi
Macintosh Island Park 3 km / 1.8 mi
Gold Coast Private Hospital 3 km / 1.9 mi
Gold Coast University Hospital 3.1 km / 1.9 mi
Tedder Avenue 3.2 km / 2 mi
Griffith University, Gold Coast Campus 3.6 km / 2.2 mi

Hotel facilities & services

Services and fees can vary. Check the selected room details and hotel policies before booking.

  • Total number of rooms: 22
  • hotel
  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Car park
  • Wi-fiExtra charge
  • Airport ShuttleExtra charge
  • LaunderetteExtra charge
  • 24-hour securityExtra charge
  • Smoke detector
  • Lift accessExtra charge
  • GardenExtra charge
  • Luggage roomExtra charge
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  • Dining area
  • Clothes dryer
  • BBQ facilities
  • Towels and bed linenExtra charge
  • BarExtra charge
  • Smoking areaExtra charge
  • Children playgroundExtra charge
  • Hot tubExtra charge
  • Spa centreExtra charge
  • GolfExtra charge
  • TennisExtra charge
  • Golf practice facilityExtra charge
Meal plans

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    Room code: APT.B2-WV

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    Room code: APT.GV

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    Room code: APT.B1-1

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    Room code: ROO.DX-GV

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    ONE BEDROOM WITH VIEWS

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    Room code: APT.B1-WV

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  • APARTMENT TWO BEDROOMSAPARTMENT • TWO BEDROOMSAPT.B2-1

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    APARTMENT TWO BEDROOMS

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    Room type
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    TWO BEDROOMS

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: APT.B2-1

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Guest reviews

What other guests saying about Palmerston Tower

8.0
Excellent
251 Reviews
Cleanliness
7.4 /10
Service
8.2 /10
Comfort
7.2 /10
Condition
7.2 /10
Location
10.0 /10
Neighborhood
8.6 /10
Value
8.4 /10
Amenities
8.4 /10
100 reviews shown
10/10
Exceptional
14 Jul 2026
Mosese
Great location
Good space and lovely view.
10/10
Self
8/10
Excellent
31 Mar 2026
Karon
Clean, bonus bunk beds in the lounge area, nice views
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
03 Jan 2026
Chuong
I like the location, room conditions is ok. However the room needs maintenance, the toilet light was flickering and turn off on its own. The shower handle popped out in the middle of showering for my little one. The on suite shower room is low is height, I have to bend my head to suit a fix shower head which is less than 1.8m. If I stand and stretch my arm, I hit the ceiling with my hand, I am not sure why the shower room height is that short possibly about 1.85-1.90cm. There’s no fan inside the shower room. The floor tiles can be slippery, I almost fell.
I believe the condition can and should be better.
Hope this feedback can help to improve the condition.
Friends_and_family Family
8/10
Excellent
07 Oct 2025
Rod
Clean rooms, excellent views and communication with the staff was great, enjoyed the stay with my family.
Leisure Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
07 Sep 2025
Paul

Worth it

Beautiful views of the Broadwater
Well located
Short walk to restaurants and light rail
Spacious and clean apartment
Would definitely stay again
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
09 Aug 2025
Brian
Great location with fantastic 180 degree views over water
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
08 Aug 2025
Nicole
Awesome views. Very friendly staff.
Leisure
10/10
Exceptional
28 Jul 2025
Lesley
Very happy with our 2 bedroom apartment however our first nit didn’t have air conditioning or heating in the lounge room which is needed and I would change the tv to a smart tv otherwise very happy
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
24 May 2025
Luke
Easy check in, really convenient location and overall great space!
Business Self
4/10
Poor
31 Mar 2025
Yukiko
It was a 15-minute walk from the closest tram station, and I felt unsafe walking alone at night.
Business Self
6/10
Pleasant
14 Feb 2025
Colleen
Slightly disappointed in the age and condition of this property but loved the balcony and views!
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
09 Feb 2025
Rebecca
Will definitely be back. Room was a lovely renovated room, spacious and comfortable.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
18 Jan 2025
LISA
We had an issue with the toilet seats being loose/broken which was promptly fixed, however the blinds in the main living area were all needing attention and one actually fell down on the last day while we were there when we tried to roll it up. The unit has been refurbished and is very neat and comfortable. Extra things like hand soap dispensers in the bathrooms are a nice touch and helpful when on holidays instead of soap cakes. It is located a short walk to a G-Tram stop, Australia Fair and the walkways through the Broadwater Parklands are lovely for daily walking. We enjoyed our stay there.
Leisure Family
6/10
Pleasant
31 Oct 2024
Matt
The unit was long overdue for maintenance and updating. Things were broken throughout the apartment. It just wasn't nice.
Leisure Family
2/10
Poor
17 Oct 2024
Janine
Leave me locked out on The balcony for 1.5 hrs at night because room is poorly maintained and AH people had no idea how to get locksmith access. Main bed light didn’t work. Ensuite taps turn opposite, so I was burnt a few times. All lighting poor light and some took ages to come on. Fire alarm going off at 3.30am??? No explanation. Very expensive for the age of the room. Definitely won’t be returning
Business_and_leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
20 Sep 2024
Michael
Service was helpful and straight forward. Also helped when I was lost or needed advice. The only thing is with expedia you need to point out it was not reserve and pay when arrive. The client actually sends an invoice to pay before which is ok but stipulate this. Also there is a bond that has been taken and not returned yet
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
21 Jul 2024
Ian
Excellent place
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
27 Jun 2024
Rina
Everything was so easy going checking in and checking out. It was awesome!!!!! Great stay for our family!!!!!
Business_and_leisure Family
6/10
Pleasant
24 Jun 2024
Robyn-Anne

Palmerston Tower 7 day Stay

The apartment was clean and equipped to be able to do some self catering. A little way from the supermarket and the tram. Might be better to be a couple of blocks closer to Southport.

It was necessary to request both towels and toilet rolls to cover the 7 day stay, no biggy, however it felt like there was a chance the management were going to turn me down 😳. For a week stay I do expect more than 2 towels and 2 loo rolls, call me needy.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
07 Jun 2024
Marylene
Very quiet place just near Australian fair shopping center. I recommand this place very clean appartment.
Business_and_leisure Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
22 May 2024
Danielle
EXCELLENT STAY, FRIENDLY STAFF AND CLOSE TO SHOPS AND BEACH VIEWS
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
12 May 2024
Bruce
Super view and cool pool area
10/10
Exceptional
08 May 2024
Sherry
The unit had a great balcony and water view. Beautiful parkland and family area across the road. Nice comfortable bed. 😊
Leisure Self
6/10
Pleasant
01 Apr 2024
Ayesha
The only good thing about the property is location. The apartment condition is terrible. The milk packet in our room was expired three months back, like how can you not see that. The couch in the room is old, had some holes in it. We move the bed in bedroom and found so many things under the bed. Our overall experience was horrible. Please dont book it if you want a good stay!
8/10
Excellent
13 Mar 2020
Verified traveler
Great views of the beach and handy location to Southport, easy walking distance to Australia Fair and public transport around Gold Coast. Basic but very comfortable apartment with everything I needed
Business Self
8/10
Excellent
04 Jan 2020
Verified traveler
Great location especially for little kids who can enjoy playing in the Broadwater Parkland’s amazing rockpools water play area. But bring your own shampoo and conditioner... also none of the lamps worked which was mildly inconvenient. Our kids also adored the pool on site.
Leisure Family_with_children
8/10
Excellent
02 Jan 2020
Verified traveler
Very good central location.
Free parking.
Spacious apartment.
All the amenities you need.
Swimming pool and spa.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
08 Jul 2019
Verified traveler
The staff very friendly, helpful and quickly response to the customers demands
Leisure Friends
8/10
Excellent
25 Apr 2019
Verified traveler
Clean apartment, complex itself was quiet and residents friendly. Great heated pool with spa.
Only down side is construction noise from building next door. Noise began at 6am
Overall the area is great and the accommodation met our expectations
Leisure
10/10
Exceptional
23 Dec 2018
Verified traveler
Great view and location. Very comfortable room enjoyed our stay
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
04 Dec 2018
Martin

Hospital Recovery

Stayed for a week, as hotel is six minutes from Gold Coast Private Hospital. Managers were friendly and informative of the hotel and local area. Friendly every time you ran into them. I spent hours in the swimming pool. Hotel is close to shopping centres, supermarkets, where I spent way too much. If required, I would have stayed another week.
Family
10/10
Exceptional
24 Nov 2018
Hatsumi
Room is clean, big enough,nice view. The place is easy to shop and access everywhere. I had a great time
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
08 Nov 2018
Danielle
It was wonderful, the staff were amazing and very friendly and helpful.
Family
8/10
Excellent
27 Oct 2018
Arthur
Pleasant atmosphere, Katy and Peter were friendly and helpful.
Friends
10/10
Exceptional
29 Aug 2018
Phil

Just fantastic!

Amazing views, great hosts, great accommodation
10/10
Exceptional
15 Aug 2018
Vicki

Great views, close to the beach.

Stayed 26 days and was home away from home. Everything was comfortable. Loved the BBQ area downstairs plus the pool and spa.
6/10
Pleasant
09 Aug 2018
Pozz

Latrobe apartment with brilliant views over coastl

Whilst apartment was spacious and linen & crockery clean and sparkling, with new aircon curtains and fans, the condition of the vanities and wardrobes was very much less than fair. The mattress was too firm and springs could be felt when sleeping.
2/10
Poor
02 Jul 2018
outragedgeust

Rip off schemeing unorganised management

So the room was good, props to the property owners. Apperantly having a hard time to sell the place. Couldn’t see why until I come into contact with the owners/management. So after I had already paid for the place, checked in and was done and dusted the owner peter was looking over my things and starts hassling me about my luggage (a milk crate of clean car parts) tells me if i bring that inside i have to pay a deposit. I said ok I won’t bring them in but he starts hassling me for more money creating an unnecessary situation and even started going through my things as an invasion of privacy! I complied even
Tho unsettled about it and afterwards apologised for arguing back because I wanted a hassle free stay. But constantly he’s lurking around looking in my vehicle (along with other residents) really just making me uncomfortable. The day I move out he tells me as I’m walking out the door, “I’ll release the $250 security deposit, no problem”. Still today (2 weeks later) there is still no release of funds, I’ve had numerous conversations with them asking for and they start accusing me of trying to get “free money” and all sorts. They’ve also told me they released it and “have been in contact with bank but don’t know what the problem is”. So I asked for proof of this releasing of funds transactions and they tried to fool me with my own recipet of me paying them the money!! I’m actually Appalled by thier customer service skills etc.
Still waiting... NEVER come here!!!!!
10/10
Exceptional
27 Jun 2018
Kate

Palmerston, The home away from home

I really loved staying at Palmerston because it has that home feeling which i prefer. Tony and Katy were absolutely wonderful managers that were very accommodating especially when I needed to stay longer and they were able to make that happen on short notice. Highly recommend staying at Palmerston. Plus, the views of Broadwater are beautiful and close to shops
Family
10/10
Exceptional
27 May 2018
Verified traveler
Friendly and helpful management. Very comfortable beds and living room furniture.
8/10
Excellent
11 Feb 2018
Verified traveler

Great Views From Room 15c

Rooms are a little dated but the amazing view and location take over that :)
4/10
Poor
25 Jan 2018
Darryl

Disappointing accomodation

I was most disappointed with the accomodation it was nothing like the pictures I looked at when booking. The room had several faults. Bathroom walls had mould on them I had to ask for them to be cleaned properly. The main bedroom side cupboard had a broken drawer and the cutlery drawer in the kitchen was also broken. Plaster coming off main bedroom wall. The bedrooms and lounge had no ceiling lights so you had to walk into the middle of the bedroom in darkness at night to turn the lamp on and you could not read at night in the lounge because of no light. The second bedroom wardrobe had carpet scraps and other junk left in it. Cutlery had to be cleaned before use as it was dirty on arrival. Second bathroom had no towel or soap holders. Laundry cupboard was rusty. The mat in the lounge had rolled edges causing tripping hazard. The rooms were also very noisy, I would not ever go back again, the place needs a big renovation or drastically reduce the cost to better represent the current accomodation standard. Pictures on website need to be changed to show the real condition of the rooms so other people are not faced with what we had to put up with.
Family
10/10
Exceptional
22 Jan 2018
Verified traveler

Great place

Fantastic views, nice and close to everything you could want to do and great staff,
10/10
Exceptional
22 Jan 2018
Verified traveler

Beautiful view close to everything

The staff were very helpful and always available when needed. There was secure lockup garage and easy access to everything. The rooms were very nice and well spaced out. Plenty of room for 4 people to move about without constantly running into each other.
10/10
Exceptional
04 Jan 2018
David

Excellent in every way

For my wife and child everything was excellent. The only thing I would change is perhaps take my own pillow next time. But that might be just me I still had a good nights sleep every night and I would definitely be staying there on my next trip to the Gold Coast.
10/10
Exceptional
04 Jan 2018
Ariki

Handy location and nice water views

Very friendly service at check in lobby. Very handy location. Pool, spa and BBQ area were nice. Room was very comfortable with cable tv and very good air conditioning. Could probably do with a bit of an upgrade/makeover and a gym and sauna would also come in handy.
8/10
Excellent
03 Jan 2018
Verified traveler
Very relaxing the pool was enjoyable views amazing
10/10
Exceptional
24 Nov 2017
kerry

Perfect location

Amazing staff, pool area very nice rooms are home away from home with everything you need and bonus wifi and Netflix
8/10
Excellent
08 Nov 2017
sam
good location, nice and friendy staffs, quiet envioronment

closed to sea world,movie world,and seafood there is cheap
8/10
Excellent
16 Oct 2017
Verified traveler

Great stay

Great for family and to have a home away from home
10/10
Exceptional
13 Aug 2017
Vicki

Great view and close to everything

Was great getting up every morining to that view of the Spit.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
17 Jul 2017
Verified traveler
fabulous views, great apartment with everything you need .
8/10
Excellent
02 Jul 2017
Verified traveler

Close to amenities

Provided good accommodation with secure parking and the location suited our needs
4/10
Poor
25 May 2017
Jane

Disappointing

Wouldn't come back unfortunately, for the following reasons:
* Unit looked nothing like the picture. Ours (13A) was much more dated. That is misleading advertising.
* ALL the vertical blinds in our unit did not work. We had no way of blocking out the sun, or getting privacy.
* Curtains in bedroom 2 did not block out the light in any way. We ended up having to swap rooms with our toddler so he could sleep.
* TV was absolutely dreadful. You had to stand within 1.5 metres of it to hear anything. Sounds like you're trying to listen through an earphone jack. Would highly recommend the managers actually go and listen for themselves. Worst TV we've ever come across.
* Total of 7 light bulbs not working.
* One of the beds had a broken base.
* For an 8 night stay, we were provided with 2 rolls of toilet paper. Our towels were never changed. Nor were our sheets. The cleaners turned up at 2.45pm two afternoons before we left, but as our son was asleep, we organised for them to come the following morning at 10am but they never turned up. Very disappointed with the lack of service.
* There is a leak in the closet in the master bedroom.
* Coins jammed in DVD player. It would not work.
* No hairdryer.
* Workers building the new building right outside our windows start work each morning at 6.30am.
We were really looking forward to staying in the beautiful room pictured for the week but were terribly disappointed. A lot of these issues can be easily addressed.
10/10
Exceptional
14 May 2017
Penny

Great spot for a holiday

We loved the room we got, it suited the whole family for our January holiday. It was close to the shops & movies! We love being near Surfers but not to close. The construction next door was even ok, interesting to watch! we were out most of the day anyway. The staff were very helpful & friendly, I'd stay here again definitely.
6/10
Pleasant
05 May 2017
Verified traveler
Large unit clean but just old. Nice pool and location.
6/10
Pleasant
22 Apr 2017
Rod

Excellent view of the Broadwater

We chose the Apartment because we knew the area . The unit we were in offered the bare essentials . Fixtures were old and needed a bit of TLC. Shower screen faulty
The Key entry to the garages was difficult to insert (too close to the wall) -no problem with the exit
The staff were helpful and friendly
8/10
Excellent
17 Apr 2017
Verified traveler

Great stay for the family

Close to everything. Unit has everything we need. Great pool / spa area. Will be back again!
8/10
Excellent
13 Dec 2016
Verified traveler
Very good stay, with a friendly manager.
Rooms clean and very spacious, good layout.
6/10
Pleasant
29 Nov 2016
Dor

Great sitting out on deck views beautiful

Needed a spring clean .The deck was dirty Cigarettes butts just on floor of deck very dirty table also on deck .
10/10
Exceptional
18 Nov 2016
Derek

Nice place good views close to everything

Good service,no dramas what so ever.
Highly recommended this hotel, friendly staff
Had late check in and early check out and it was all to easy
Thanks to the stafff
6/10
Pleasant
14 Nov 2016
Verified traveler

Tremendous views

Our unit was freshly painted and had a brand new air con installed in living area . The overall condition of the unit was a bit old and needed some modernising .
The staff were friendly and helpful . Location was excellent.
4/10
Poor
24 Oct 2016
Verified traveler

Palmerston Tower needs a renovation

Room was very old with filthy carpet that was torn and frayed in spots. Room also had a funky smell. In desperate need for a renovation. By far the worst apartments I've stayed in.
6/10
Pleasant
03 Oct 2016
foxxy

It was on main road very noisey

The unit did not have enough cutlery or crockery when asked for some management were not very obliging
6/10
Pleasant
30 Sep 2016
Elly

Yes it is close to the beach but very noisy.

Not air conditioner in the room, being beaten by some insects. On the positive side - big room with big balcony, two showers and toilets in one bedroom apartment. My partner cleaned room himself after I being beaten by insects.
8/10
Excellent
14 Sep 2016
Verified traveler

Close to beach and park for kids.

Staff were lovely and very welcoming, close to shops, park and beach for kids. Room is a little older needs to be refurbished.
10/10
Exceptional
30 Aug 2016
Verified traveler

Great Hotel with an amazing view

Great Hotel, has an awesome view and the staff are really friendly. It is very clean and a great place to stay
8/10
Excellent
29 Aug 2016
Rick
Convenient location. Short walking distance to shops and restaurants. Also there are big public parklands right across the road from the property. The room rates (fees) were very good for what you get. I received warm welcome and hospitality from the property manager, Sandra. She was very patient and explained everything very clearly to me when I checked in. I also appreciate the very nice, expansive view to the Spit and the ocean from the room (it was on the 12th floor).
10/10
Exceptional
31 Jul 2016
Verified traveler

Great place to stay

Great place to stay only problem was the noise from the guys building next door but other then than was great
6/10
Pleasant
29 Jul 2016
Verified traveler

Run down, not worth the money

The room is old and tired. No lock on the unit door other than the push button on the handle. The shower in the ensuite was clogged and we couldn't use it. The mattress in the main bedroom needs replacing, when you lie on it you roll to the middle. We had 2 light bulbs blow during our 5 night stay. There was no plug for the kitchen sink. The fridge was either freezing food or not cold at all. No ice cube trays, no bottle opener, no sharp knife. There was sand in the pool and spa. There was a construction site right next to our unit and we were not advised of this prior to check in. No chance of a sleep in. No Air con. The staff were nice but this place need a major update. Overpriced for what we got.
Family
8/10
Excellent
19 Jul 2016
Verified traveler
The staff were friendly. The building is older but very clean and tidy. Conveniently located within a short car ride to all theme parks and shopping precinct.
6/10
Pleasant
11 Jul 2016
Rakash

Great location, hospitable staff, a memorable stay

Gold coast/ Surfer's paradise speaks for itself and does not need any further promotion. We were located close to Broadwater which is a magical part of SP. Overall a great stay.
Family
10/10
Exceptional
05 Jul 2016
Janelle

Convenient location, open plan apartment. Great!

Loved it, will be back. Price suited our family with the location and water across the road a bonus.
8/10
Excellent
03 Jul 2016
salim

Great location , old but clean rooms !

Sandra was an amazing host. A stay at this property is value for money !
6/10
Pleasant
03 Jul 2016
cherrie
Had a great time visiting family and lots of shopping and eating out
8/10
Excellent
11 Jun 2016
Sue

Great view of the water

Very comfortable,close to shops,public transport,restaurants. Fully self contained if you wanted to cook your own food.
Family
8/10
Excellent
11 Jun 2016
Peter

Value for money, good location

Our family of 4 enjoyed our stay, the hotel managers were great. The location is great however if you are a clean freak this place isn't for you. It was fine for our family though, especially when you consider the value for money proposition.
They are doing maintenance which should help improve the standard. Our unit had a brand new bathroom and fairly new kitchen.
The beach close by, is nice to walk along, but not for swimming, which was hard to tell when we booked, based on the information available.
Family
2/10
Poor
12 Apr 2016
Verified traveler

Good location. rooms are in really bad condition.

Our room had not been cleaned on our arrival. Organised for us to go to another room for the night then moved us back to original room. Both rooms needed maintenance. Dryers in both rooms didn't work properly. Cupboards falling apart and shower screens broken. Badly needs renovating.
8/10
Excellent
11 Apr 2016
Verified traveler

very good

this apartment was totally fine for us. It is older style, but clean and comfortable.
8/10
Excellent
10 Apr 2016
Rodger

Apartment Complex

We enjoyed the Outdoor Pool & Spa, BBQ. Staff were excellent to deal with.
4/10
Poor
01 Apr 2016
Verified traveler

Good location but run down

Couches, curtains, walls etc were extremely dirty. Toilet continued to run and bathrooms needed work.
4/10
Poor
19 Mar 2016
Laurie

Average hotel

A/con leaked all the time we were there,lights out in the bath room also .
6/10
Pleasant
28 Feb 2016
susan
We faced havoc in using night key to operate the lift, our apt. on 11th fl. The key did not fit into the key hole. Thank God after a few minutes the lift came down with other guest so we could get back to 11th floor. There was such a stench in the hall way like dead fish odour. We report to staff and they said they have done everything, by the third day we again urge them to clean the hallway carpet to clear the awful stench. Then they did something to spray carpet and took away some of the odour. It was the most unpleasant experience we ever had with any accomodation, there was also a small hole.on the wall of bedroom.
4/10
Poor
22 Feb 2016
rick

Palmerston holiday apartments at southport

No air con in the room. The ceiling fan in second bedroom didn't work. Very noisey due to construction next door. Old and out dated.
2/10
Poor
15 Feb 2016
Verified traveler

V-Nice Relief manager but Well Below Expectation

Location is on the busy road and next to construction site, that said good views over the Broadwater. Carpets awful, stained and even had a burn mark, couch stained, roof dirty, walls marked, fans squeaked so couldn't sleep so didn't use, bed not comfortable and also squeaked very badly when rolled over. It is early 1980s and hasn't been touched. The tariff reflects the location and age but still it was well below standard. New carpets and a coat of paint top to bottom and new beds and ceiling fans are the minimum if we were ever to consider going back, We left after first night of three.are a minimum. relief manager Sandra was very understanding and very reasonable. She would be the only reason we might return. Sorry guys but this one is a big fail for us. We went to Main Beach, more expensive but much much better.
2/10
Poor
27 Jan 2016
Verified traveler

Risky business!!!

The room we had with my Family was terrible holes and marks all over as the stay went on we found big cob webs in corners of most windows, the view on our level was spectacular, real shame, if i had of known all that before the stay i would have made a demand for another room or a redund.
Risky Business, Very Disappointed !!!
4/10
Poor
24 Jan 2016
Verified traveler

Deferred Maintenance obvious

Air con unserviceable on arrival, fans noisy and no screen on balcony door.
So....... arrived very late and just wanted to crash in air conditioned comfort. I couldn't achieve that goal as the night was hot, fans were noisy and couldn't even open the balcony door for fresh air. Requested new room and \"relief \" manager was tetchy about his \"being in bed\" when I rang to request help. Won't go there again.
8/10
Excellent
19 Jan 2016
jason

comfortable and tidy room to stay

Good experience for our family staying for 2 days, want stay more!
8/10
Excellent
22 Nov 2015
Leanne

Amazing views of broad water with dolphins swimmin

Great position, we were on the 14th floor over looking the broad water, amazing views with dolphins swimming in front of us. Apartment has been recently renovated and was extremely comfortable, with large balcony, only thing that let's this excellent apartment down is the outdated lift - which I got stuck in, & the pool area is in need of a makeover, had a very comfortable relaxing holiday
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
10 Nov 2015
Drina

Hotel Stay

What an awesome experience I had at this hotel. I had a 7 night stay on the 7th floor with spectacular views and outstanding room. The hotel was accessible to all sorts of markets, shopping malls, attractions for families,
and transport and some within walking distance. Everyday was different with early rise and obviously late to bed as the night views were just as spectacular from the very large balcony. I have recommended this hotel to a few people in New Zealand and I have also inquired about booking for the future, Mandy and Graham the hotel managers, thank you so much for all your hospitality and as I said I will be back 2016 and 2017 with the whanau.
4/10
Poor
06 Oct 2015
TC

Not what is advertised

Whilst the location and views are good, and the pool area is lovely, the apartment was just adequate. We were in 15C and this room needs a complete over-haul...or at least a deep clean. It does not look anything like the photos advertised. The room was spacious but very out-of-date and in need of repair. The kitchen had a stove that barely works, the walls and bathroom tiles were grungy, no screens on windows or doors, and no over-head light in the bedrooms (only 1 lamp). We were disappointed that the Apartments' website mentioned Austar but we did not have this in our room. Luckily we were only staying 2 nights and were out and about most of the time, as we would not stay here again.
8/10
Excellent
27 Sep 2015
Shelly

Great location for a Gold Coast Holiday.

Nice location in Gold Coast. Great view on 7th Floor. Friendly helpful staff.
4/10
Poor
20 Sep 2015
Don

Close to Southport TAFE

First room was disgusting. Not clean. Open condom wrapper on bedroom floor. Was lucky enough to be able to move rooms. Second room was ok. Very dated apartments. 4 person room with 3 seater lounge only. Only 3 TV channels. No free to air TV. Mid stay clean only comprises of change of towels and sheets - they don't clean the floors or anything.
6/10
Pleasant
06 Sep 2015
Verified traveler

Good for the eyes, not so good for the ears.

Great view but the traffic noise was pretty bad even on the 7th floor. Also, linoleum on floor a bit tacky. The kitchen cupboards in need of repair and the cooker bit 80s. Think 3 1/2 rating a stretch. Hotel staff quite helpful, manager even brought the wifi code to our room. However, printer not working so couldn't get a receipt and has not turned up by email as promised.
8/10
Excellent
16 Aug 2015
Verified traveler

Staff and whole experience great

Was there for sister. Her husband died. Location and all was great. Will definitely be back
8/10
Excellent
24 Jul 2015
Verified traveler

overlooked the Broadwater - great views

easy booking and check in. Fresh apartment, comfy bed. Bathroom with tub great.
6/10
Pleasant
24 Jul 2015
Verified traveler
Good experience. Construction happening around the hotel; across the road and next door so not as appealing looking as it should be.
6/10
Pleasant
23 Jul 2015
Verified traveler

Great view from 15th Floor

Good position for our 3 night stay
Close to all amenities.
Rather tired Could do with a good overhaul. Not what you expect for a 3 night stay. Ok for self accommodating holiday. No real problems just a little disappointing
2/10
Poor
23 Jul 2015
alex

terrible, nothing else just terrible

no comment, its so bad i dont even want to say it IT IS SOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO BAADDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDD
8/10
Excellent
22 Jul 2015
Verified traveler
Great location close to Seaworld and fabulous water views across the Broadwater.

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Palmerston Tower
114 Marine Parade Southport, Gold Coast, Australia

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