Dorchester On The Beach

–Excellent location – show map
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Scored 8.6
Rated excellent
  • Apartments
  • Kitchen
  • City view
  • Garden
  • Swimming pool
  • BBQ facilities
  • Washing machine
  • Free Wifi
  • Terrace
  • Balcony

Set right on the beach, Dorchester On The Beach features self-catering apartments with a private balcony offering lovely ocean views. Guests enjoy a private beach area, free WiFi and an outdoor heated swimming pool. Dorchester On The Beach Apartments are 5 minutes' walk from the Northcliffe Tram Station. The property is 5 minutes’ drive from Jupiters Casino and the popular Pacific Fair Shopping Centre. Gold Coast Airport is a 30-minute drive away. Each of the air-conditioned apartments include a fully equipped kitchen, laundry facilities and a dining area. All offer a living area with a sofa, free cable TV and a DVD player. Free secure covered onsite parking is provided for one car. All apartments have lift access. The tour desk can book tickets to Gold Coast theme parks, including Dreamworld, MovieWorld and Wet 'n' Wild.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Beachfront
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • BBQ facilities
  • Laundry
  • Bar
  • Private beach area

Property highlights

Located in the real heart of Gold Coast, this property has an excellent location score of 9.7!

  • Free Private Parking Available On Site

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Cheree
New Zealand New Zealand
“The location was stunning and the perfect set up for three couples especially with two bathrooms and the seperate toilet.”
Christine
Canada Canada
“The location, the view, the property manager, the unit was massive and so well laid out”
Khamlonh
Australia Australia
“Clean, comfortable, great location and great view of the beach. The kitchen has all the utensils that we required for cooking.”
Yun
Australia Australia
“Wonderful location, beautiful views, excellent service”
Sophie
Australia Australia
“Amazing view right next to the beach and in walking distance to Surfers Paradise restaurants and shops.”
Finola
Australia Australia
“Location with panoramic views and every facility needed.”
Latif
Australia Australia
“The location is very beautiful and close to all the attractions.”
Sophorn
Australia Australia
“Location was great, the penthouse was very spacious thank you for the free upgrade!”
Jasmine
Hong Kong Hong Kong
“Best location. Best host - ie Karen - she was super accommodating. There was something wrong initially with the electronic valve of the water heater causing hot water to run out quickly. Karen not only got the plumber to fix the issue right away...”
Amelia
Australia Australia
“Kerryn is seriously amazing and so helpful! She made everything so easy for us”

Managed by Karen and Michael Cross

Company review score: 9.3Based on 333 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company info

Karen and Michael Cross have managed Dorchester on the Beach for the past 12 years and bring more than 37 years of experience in hospitality, tourism, accommodation and property management. Passionate about guest service, they are committed to ensuring every guest enjoys a relaxing and memorable beachfront holiday on the Gold Coast.

Property info

A perfect location for a family holiday, absolute beach front Surfers Paradise with no roads to cross, self-catered 3 bdrm, 2 bathroom beachfront, Standard, Premium, Superior Apartments, 2 per flr, large living, dining kitchen areas facing Surfers Paradise Beach. Hyundai IMAX do NOT fit in car park. less than 1.9 mtr. 🏗️ Please Note: As the Gold Coast continues to grow, there may be building works in the surrounding area.

Neighborhood info

Walk directly onto the beach from our private, secure pool entrance. Enjoy a 5-minute walk to BMD Northcliffe Surf Club for great meals and ocean views, and just a 10-minute beachfront stroll to the heart of Cavill Avenue, Surfers Paradise. Shiraz Persian Restaurant + Bar, an Irish pub and a convenience store are all within easy walking distance. Taxi, Uber and public transport pick-up and drop-off points are conveniently located nearby.

Languages Spoken

English,Spanish

Area info

Amenities of Dorchester On The Beach

Great facilities! Review score, 8.6

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Beachfront
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • BBQ facilities
  • Laundry
  • Bar
  • Private beach area

House rules

Dorchester On The Beach takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of AUD 500 is required on arrival. That's about $353. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 6 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 1 years
Extra bed upon request
AUD 50 per child, per night
Crib upon request
AUD 50 per stay
2+ years
Extra bed upon request
AUD 50 per person, per night

Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 25
Cards accepted at this property
VisaMastercardUnionPay credit card Cash is not accepted
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests need be quiet between 9:00 PM and 7:00 AM.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note that reception hours are as follows:

Monday to Friday: 9:00 until 17:00

Saturday: 9:00 until 12:00

Sunday: Closed

Guests arriving outside reception hours are required to contact the property before their stay to arrange their key collection.

The name on the credit card used for the booking should correspond to the guest staying at the property.

Please note that there is a limit of one free underground secure car parking space per apartment. Please note that the parking area has a height limit of 6.2 feet. Hyundai IMAX vehicles do not fit in the parking area. There is free on-street parking is also available.

Please note that this hotel has a strict 'No Party Policy'. Any violation of this policy will result in eviction from the property and additional cleaning fees will be charged.

The property does not have the policies, procedures or resources to accommodate the unique needs of school leavers during the annual Schoolies Period. In particular it does not have adequate resources to engage qualified security personnel to guarantee the safety, comfort and convenience of guests during this period. For this reason the property reserves the right to reject bookings from school and/or university leavers for the entire Schoolies period.

As the Gold Coast continues to grow with new builds on every block, construction has now begun on the northern lot next to the Dorchester

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Dorchester On The Beach of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 21:00:00 and 07:00:00.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property currently isn't accepting guests from certain countries on dates where such guidelines exist.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary, and other relevant info on dates where such guidelines exist.

A damage deposit of AUD 500 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

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