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6.3

155 reviews

Couran Cove Island Resort

Couran Cove Island Resort

South Stradbroke Island, Runaway Bay, 4216, Australia

Reservations:

+1-833-728-2041

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Spa/Wellness packages

Restaurant

Beachfront

Private beach area

Outdoor swimming pool

Kids' pool

Air conditioning

Beach

Couran Cove Island Resort

Welcome to Couran Cove Island Resort, a 4-star oasis located on South Stradbroke Island in Runaway Bay, Queensland, Australia. Just 0.5mi away from the city center, this beachfront resort offers a private beach area, outdoor swimming pool, and water sports facilities on-site. With 155 reviews, guests have raved about the amenities and location of this resort.

Enjoy a range of activities during your stay, including access to a water park and spa/wellness packages (extra charges may apply), tennis court, mini-golf, and more. The resort boasts air-conditioned rooms with private bathrooms, free toiletries, and balconies or patios with beautiful views. Relax on the sun deck, stroll through the garden, or unwind with a drink at the bar or a meal at the on-site restaurant.

Couran Cove Island Resort offers a unique and relaxing experience for travelers looking to escape to a beachfront paradise. With its stunning location, wealth of amenities, and positive reviews, this resort is the perfect destination for your next getaway. Prices start at a minimum rate, providing great value for a memorable stay in Queensland, Australia.

For those looking to make a splash and cool off, Couran Cove Island Resort offers not one, but two outdoor pools for guests to enjoy. Pool 1 is available year-round for guests of all ages, making it the perfect spot for families to relax and have fun. Meanwhile, Pool 2, also open all year, is exclusively for kids, ensuring a safe and entertaining environment for the little ones to play and swim to their heart's content.

When it comes to dining options, the resort has you covered with not one, not two, but three restaurants to choose from. Begin your day with a delightful meal at The Poolside, enjoy a tasty lunch or dinner at Marlin Bar and Restaurant, and end your evening with a refreshing drink at Sunset Beach Bar. With such a variety of dining venues, you can indulge in a range of delicious dishes and drinks, all without leaving the resort grounds.

At Couran Cove Island Resort, simplicity is key when it comes to payments. Please note that only cash is accepted at this tropical haven. So, be sure to come prepared and ready to relax, unwind, and enjoy all that this 4-star beachfront resort has to offer in beautiful Runaway Bay, Queensland, Australia. Pack your bags, bring your sense of adventure, and get ready for an unforgettable stay in this hidden paradise.

Closest airports

Gold Coast Airport

18.6mi

Brisbane Airport

40.5mi

Most popular amenities

Spa/Wellness packages

Restaurant

Beachfront

Private beach area

Outdoor swimming pool

Kids' pool

Air conditioning

Beach

Tennis court

Tour desk

Bar

Sun deck

Mini golf

Non-smoking rooms

Kitchenware

Patio

Beach chairs/Loungers

Playground

Free toiletries

Picnic area

Balcony

Garden

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Rooms

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2 Bedroom Apartment

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Deluxe Studio

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2 Bedroom Apartment, View

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Studio, View

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4 Bedroom Apartment

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2 Bedroom Suite

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4 Bedroom Apartment, View

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1 Bedroom Suite, View

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Guest reviews

6.3

155 reviews

Categories of assessments

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Comfort

Location

Facilities

Staff

Value for money

WiFi quality

Featured reviews:

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Hayley

8.2

September 2021

Lots on offer for families or couples. The restaurant staff outstanding. Food was amazing… cocktails delightful, a little pricey but delicious. Heaps of activities to do or you can do nothing. We loved it.

Poor house cleaning, our shower had sand on the bottom and we hadn’t been near sand. The shower head was disgusting and old. Sprayed everywhere but on you due to being so dirty and old. The glass toilet door almost off the hinge. They advertise fishing but don’t sell bait.

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Lauren

8.2

April 2022

The accommodation was clean and appropriate.

There were not many facilities functioning or available to us. The playground was in disrepair. Only the pools were open and they weren't ideal due to the weather, but were lovely when the sun was out. No bikes were available to ride to the beach.

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Richard

10

January 2023

Lovely remote location. Beautiful natural setting with wild life running free. Lovely apartments. Well equipped. Good facilities. Most staff were lovely and helpful

The receptionist was particularly unhelpful. Other staff were lovely. No information provided and no packs in apartments to help inform you. No shop for food or other essentials. Ferries are expensive and irregular. Very short staffed and looking a little run down. No opening times kept! Cafe was ad-hoc.

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Lee

8.2

September 2022

The island's views are breathtaking. We're nature lovers and it's just amazing to be in an island surrounded by water, then in the island, the Couran Cove Resort is just spectacular!!! It's not perfect, as it does need a lot of maintenance to be done to have the place brought back to a lovely paradise. Certain places look run down, apparently due to the Covid, as the place was shut down at the time? It could do some TLC, but still looks spectacular!! A lot of activities are on offer, putt putt golf could be revived, etc...But, the resort has A LOT TO OFFER!! I do recommend the place, and definitely, it's VALUE FOR MONEY!!!

Staff can be a little bit more accommodating with a smile. Lady receptionist was very formal, as she was not in a welcoming mood to us, probably as we arrived late about 9pm?

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Janice

10

July 2022

We went over to Couran Cove on our Jet Ski's, was a rainy weekend, but an amazing run over & back, staff were so helpful, ended up having our room at bit earlier than thought. Room was extra large, private balcony and everything that you could want. Pizzas were the best and excellent bar service. Yummy coffees and breakfast. Yep the place is run down in some parts, but very understandable that Covid hit them like everyone else. The rain didn't stop us from going on a bush walk over to the surfside. Met a few locals and they were just welcoming people. Have just booked again for xmas and will be taking the grandchildren, great pool area and plenty to do for family's.

I had nothing to complain about

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Philip

9.1

November 2022

The resort was lovely, staff very friendly and helpful, I have seen a lot of bad reviews but it is obvious the resort has gone through some hard times so people need to keep that in mind, they are now working very hard to bring it back to its former glory

There was nothing I didn’t like

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Lee

8.2

March 2022

Loved the room - so spacious and comfortable. It had everything we wanted although we didn't use many of the facilities. Lovely balcony area too! Overall the studio we had was great... better than we expected! The main swimming pool was beautiful day and night! The surrounding areas were also lovely. I would like to stay here again and explore more riding a bicycle or just walking.

The customer service needs improvement. Staff need to be more attentive, SMILE, be welcoming and knowledgeable of what the resort offers or doesn't offer - this is particularly important for staff at the reception desk. It would have helped us to know that we needed to book our return ferry trip when we made arrangements over the phone - we ended up paying a lot more as we had to organise a water taxi [ourselves]. The food served for dinner could be improved (the chicken doesn't need to be cut up in cubes for adults!).

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Marina

8.2

September 2022

Kayaking, tennis, putt putt, rainforest, friendly staff in the game room.

It would be good if there was a designated parking area for guest on the mainland. Else, you just worry about your car. Food can be better. Not many options. The staff just did the bare minimum. A little smile and thank you would go a long way.

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Jennie

10

October 2022

So relaxing and quiet, lots to do , and doing nothing was a great choice too because there were so many beautiful spots to do it, very relaxing. The Sunset Bar was fantastic!

It need a good tidy up and lots of love. The property was fine but it was obvious it lacked attention.

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Paraka

8.2

September 2022

proximity to Gold Coast vast activities on offer and food choices. accommodation was extremely generous with lots of extra options.

early days as we are all coming out of covid but can see the resort up to high capacity in a short amount of time this will offer more activities.

Points of Interest Around Couran Cove Island Resort

Attractions

Marina Mirage

3.7mi

Sea World Gold Coast

4.5mi

Gallery Walk

13mi

Glow Worm Caves Tamborine Mountain

13.4mi

Tamborine National Park

13.8mi

Story Bridge

18mi

Springbrook National Park

18.5mi

Coolangatta

19.5mi

Eagle Street Pier

20.2mi

Lamington National Park

23.6mi

Best Of All Lookout

24.2mi

Gondwana Rainforests of Australia

26.4mi

Tropical Fruit World

26.7mi

North Stradbroke Island (Straddie)

26.8mi

Treasury Casino

27.5mi

Restaurants

Pools

Location

  • Outdoor

Age restrictions

  • All ages

Availability

  • All season

Location

  • Outdoor

Age restrictions

  • Kids only

Availability

  • All season

Amenities of Couran Cove Island Resort

Spa/Wellness packages

Restaurant

Beachfront

Private beach area

Outdoor swimming pool

Kids' pool

Air conditioning

Beach

Tennis court

Tour desk

Bar

Sun deck

Mini golf

Non-smoking rooms

Kitchenware

Patio

Beach chairs/Loungers

Playground

Free toiletries

Picnic area

Balcony

Garden

View

Stay rules - Couran Cove Island Resort

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Curfew

  • Parking

  • Reservations

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property