Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Coolangatta travel guide

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With a population of 8,245, Coolangatta is a must-see destination in Queensland, Australia. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Coolangatta has to offer.

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Where to Eat in Coolangatta

If you’re looking for affordable options, Agave Rosa (74 Musgrave St Shop 2) and PIPI's Restaurant (Level 1 Boundary Street) are great picks.

When to visit Coolangatta

Coolangatta in February
Estimated hotel price
$213
1 night at 3-star hotel
Coolangatta in February
Estimated hotel price
$213
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Coolangatta in January, when the average temperature is 24 °C, and the highest can go up to 29 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is July, when it can get as cold as 9 °C, with an average temperature of 14 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in January, when precipitation is around 160 mm. In contrast, August is usually the driest month of the year in Coolangatta, with an average rainfall of 40 mm.

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How to Get to Coolangatta

Plane

When flying to Coolangatta, you’ll arrive at Coolangatta Gold Coast (OOL), which is located 3 km from the city centre. Airlines that fly from Australia to Coolangatta include IndiGo, American Airlines and Air Canada. The shortest domestic flight to Coolangatta departs from Newcastle and takes around 1h 05m.

Car

Another option to get to Coolangatta is to pick up a car hire from Brisbane, which is about 93 km from Coolangatta. You’ll find branches of Bargain Car Rentals and Turo, among others, in Brisbane.

Plane

When flying to Coolangatta, you’ll arrive at Coolangatta Gold Coast (OOL), which is located 3 km from the city centre. Airlines that fly from Australia to Coolangatta include IndiGo, American Airlines and Air Canada. The shortest domestic flight to Coolangatta departs from Newcastle and takes around 1h 05m.

Car

Another option to get to Coolangatta is to pick up a car hire from Brisbane, which is about 93 km from Coolangatta. You’ll find branches of Bargain Car Rentals and Turo, among others, in Brisbane.

Airports near Coolangatta

BNEBrisbane
OOLCoolangatta Gold Coast
BNKBallina Byron

Airlines serving Coolangatta

KLM
Good (1,405 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,516 reviews)
Delta
Good (7,981 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,468 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,772 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,023 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,997 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,992 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,477 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,383 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,657 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,349 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,537 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,159 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,333 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,036 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,386 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (878 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,908 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (278 reviews)
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Where to stay in Coolangatta

Average rates range from around $232 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $546 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Coolangatta

Most booked hotels in Coolangatta

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Rydges Gold Coast Airport
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
$213+
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The Sebel Twin Towns Coolangatta
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
$198+
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The Pink Hotel Coolangatta
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
$175+
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Iconic Kirra Beach Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
$212+
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Mantra Coolangatta Beach
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
$238+
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Oaks Gold Coast Calypso Plaza Suites
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
$232+
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Hiring a car in Coolangatta

Hiring a car in Coolangatta costs $59 per day, on average, or $176 if you want to hire it for 3 days.

It’s generally cheaper to hire your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 12% cheaper than airport locations in Coolangatta.

Expect to pay $1.65 per litre in Coolangatta (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $19.74 and $26.32. The most frequently booked car type in Coolangatta is Full-size (Toyota Camry or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Toyota Corolla or similar) is, on average, 66% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Coolangatta costs $59 per day, on average, or $176 if you want to hire it for 3 days.

It’s generally cheaper to hire your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 12% cheaper than airport locations in Coolangatta.

Expect to pay $1.65 per litre in Coolangatta (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $19.74 and $26.32. The most frequently booked car type in Coolangatta is Full-size (Toyota Camry or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Toyota Corolla or similar) is, on average, 66% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Best car hire deals in Coolangatta

Compact

4 Adults, 2 Bags

$30/day

Compact

Intermediate SUV

5 Adults, 3 Bags

$32/day

Intermediate SUV
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