Kingscliff Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
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Kingscliff showing general coastal views
Kingscliff which includes a park and general coastal views
Kingscliff showing general coastal views and a beach
Kingscliff
This coastal town is renowned for its scenic coastline, hinterland mountains and long white beaches, making it the perfect base for a seaside getaway.

Kingscliff features sandy beaches, surrounding rainforests and parks and close proximity to local attractions. Make this tranquil town your spot for holiday relaxation.

Laze on the golden beach and spend a day splashing about in the shallow tides on Kingscliff Beach. Swim, fish and paddleboard in the water or scuba dive at the Cook Island Aquatic Reserve. Take your surfboard to the reef break at the southern end of the beach.

Explore the surrounding nature parks and rainforests. Hike through coastal rainforest to discover flora and fauna unique to the area. Visit Point Danger’s lookout to see dolphins playing in the water. Walk through the Cudgen Nature Reserve and kayak or fish in Cudgen Creek. Climb nearby Mount Warning or ride a bike from Kingscliff to Pottsville Beach. Relax on a boat cruise along the Tweed River estuary and see the volcanic crater in the Tweed Valley.

Take a trip to Fingal Head Lighthouse and see the ruins of the lightkeeper’s house. This modest beacon was built in 1872. Its powerful illumination is due to its position on one of the easternmost points on the coast. The surrounding area is a great spot to fly kites, fish or simply look out to sea.

Marine Parade is Kingscliff's central street. Stop for a morning coffee, browse in speciality stores, see art at the Minjungbal Aboriginal Cultural Centre and in the evening, dine in style at an alfresco restaurant.

Kingscliff is a beachside community located south of Tweed Heads in the Northern Rivers area of New South Wales. The town is divided by a waterway, allowing access from the historic town centre to the outer areas. It is a 15-minute drive from the Gold Coast Airport, 45 minutes from Mount Warning and 80 minutes from Brisbane and Lamington National Park.


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Our pick of the best Kingscliff Hotel Deals

Mantra on Salt Beach
Mantra on Salt Beach
4.5 out of 5
Gunnamatta Avenue, Kingscliff, NSW
The price is AU$176 per night from 5 Dec to 6 Dec
AU$176
includes taxes & fees
5 Dec - 6 Dec
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury resort in Tweed Heads. Enjoy free parking, a beach locale, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews)
"We booked a one bedroom spa suite for a weekend. First room was perfectly laid out, clean etc but unfortunately our loo wasn’t working. We notified staff who sent a maintenance person and when it couldn’t be quickly fixed, moved us to another similar suite. Again clean, well maintained, spacious ..."

Reviewed on 18 Nov. 2024

Mantra on Salt Beach
Peppers Salt Resort & Spa
Peppers Salt Resort & Spa
4.5 out of 5
Bells Boulevard, Salt Village, Kingscliff, NSW
The price is AU$207 per night from 8 Dec to 9 Dec
AU$207
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Tweed Heads. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions South Kingscliff Beach and Kingscliff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"We booked this property at the last minute, due to a canceled flight. The staff at reception was very helpful and friendly. We were upgraded to a suite, but did not get to enjoy all the facilities as we left at 6am. The room was clean, spacious and equipped with everything you could need for a comfortable ..."

Reviewed on 19 Nov. 2024

Peppers Salt Resort & Spa
Novotel Surfers Paradise
Novotel Surfers Paradise
4.5 out of 5
Cnr Surfers Paradise Blvd and Hanlan St, Surfers Paradise, QLD
The price is AU$183 per night from 18 Dec to 19 Dec
AU$183
includes taxes & fees
18 Dec - 19 Dec
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,060 reviews)
"We arrived earlier than expected, our room was already ready which was awesome. Our room was clean, quiet, private & comfy. We especially enjoyed having a balcony!! We were told we had partial ocean views, ahh no we had an amazing incredible full view. We were exceptionally happy, highly recommend ..."

Reviewed on 17 Nov. 2024

Novotel Surfers Paradise
The Langham, Gold Coast and Jewel Residences
The Langham, Gold Coast and Jewel Residences
5 out of 5
38 Old Burleigh Road, Surfers Paradise, QLD
The price is AU$405 per night from 24 Nov to 25 Nov
AU$405
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (437 reviews)
"Enjoyed everything from the customer service, to the amazing junior suite to the beautiful amenities. Highly recommend this hotel to anyone staying in Gold Coast"

Reviewed on 15 Nov. 2024

The Langham, Gold Coast and Jewel Residences
voco Gold Coast, an IHG Hotel
voco Gold Coast, an IHG Hotel
4.5 out of 5
31 Hamilton Avenue, Surfers Paradise, QLD
The price is AU$195 per night from 2 Dec to 3 Dec
AU$195
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
"Great hotel, staff and location. Rooms are a good size and the ocean view rooms are great!"

Reviewed on 14 Nov. 2024

voco Gold Coast, an IHG Hotel
Dorsett Gold Coast
Dorsett Gold Coast
4.5 out of 5
5 The Darling Avenue, Broadbeach, QLD
The price is AU$175 per night from 3 Dec to 4 Dec
AU$175
includes taxes & fees
3 Dec - 4 Dec
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,515 reviews)
"The hotel was amazing, everything was clean and tidy, the parking was very confusing."

Reviewed on 18 Nov. 2024

Dorsett Gold Coast
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Other neighbourhoods around Kingscliff

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Casuarina

Beaches, restaurants and spas are some highlights of Casuarina. Make a stop by Casuarina Beach or South Kingscliff Beach while you're exploring.

Casuarina
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Chinderah

Beaches and restaurants are just a few things travellers like about Chinderah. A stop by Stotts Island Nature Reserve is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area.

Chinderah
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Cudgen

While there might not be top attractions in Cudgen, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Tropical Fruit World and Casuarina Beach.

Cudgen
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Kings Forest

Kings Forest might not have many top sights, but Tropical Fruit World and Casuarina Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Kings Forest
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Banora Point

Banora Point might not have many top sights, but Coolangatta and Tweed Heads Golf Club and Tweed City are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Banora Point
Fingal Lighthouse showing landscape views, a coastal town and a lighthouse

Fingal Head

Travellers like the monuments in Fingal Head, and Fingal Head Beach is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Fingal Head


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