Our location

Main Beach Tourist Park is your perfect beachside retreat. Located directly across from one of the Gold Coast’s most loved patrolled beaches, it’s the ideal spot to relax, soak up the sun, and enjoy the laid-back coastal lifestyle.

Whether you're strolling to the beach for a morning swim, catching a sunset or exploring the nearby Tedder Avenue with its cafés and boutiques, everything you need is within easy reach. Plus, with public transport close by, you can effortlessly explore theme parks, shopping centres and Surfers Paradise – all while coming home to the calm and comfort of the beach.

Accommodation for everyone

No matter how you travel, we’ve got a spot for you.

• Caravanners & Campers: Choose from powered or ensuite sites with plenty of room to spread out.
• Families & Groups: Our spacious 2 and 3 Bedroom Cabins sleep up to 9 guests and come with everything you need – full kitchen, laundry, air-conditioning and a BBQ on the patio.
• Solo Travellers & Budget Guests: Our cosy Studio Cabins are a great fit. We also offer an Accessible Studio Cabin with ramp access, open-plan layout and a fully accessible bathroom.

Local experiences & attractions

From thrilling rides to vibrant dining scenes, everything’s within reach.

• Sea World is just 2km away – perfect for marine life encounters and whale watching tours.
• Theme parks like Movie World, Dreamworld, Wet’n’Wild, and Top Golf are only a 20-minute drive.
• Surfers Paradise is just 3km south, offering vibrant nightlife, shopping, dining and entertainment. Travel by car, tram, bus, or bike – it’s all easy!

Events & activities

Main Beach Tourist Park is a top pick for event-goers. Whether you're here for the Pacific Airshow, GC 500 or the Gold Coast Marathon, our central location means you’re close to the action but can still unwind in a relaxed setting.

With public transport nearby, you can skip the traffic and parking stress. Just remember – these events are popular, so book early to secure your spot!

Activities

Organised activities are offered in select periods. Information on upcoming activities is available from reception, via notice boards, guest notices and social media.

Amenities

Please refer to the site map for the location of amenity buildings. Hot water is available for showers, washing machines and basins. Please consider others, limit showers and help conserve water.

The amenity blocks are cleaned at least twice a day and may be closed at these times. Please refer to the signs at each facility for cleaning hours, with other times as required.

Children under 12 years old must be supervised by an adult.

Bathrooms

Baby change room

A baby change room is located at the northern side of the main amenity block. Access is with a key (deposit required) from reception.

Accessible bathroom

There is an accessible bathroom at the southern side of the main amenity block. Access is with a key (deposit required) from reception.

Bikes, ride-on equipment and motorised toys

For the safety and enjoyment of all guests, only standard bikes and scooters are allowed to be ridden in the park during daylight hours. Road rules must be observed and a safety helmet worn at all times, as required by Queensland law. See reception staff for approval of all other ride-on equipment and motorised toys, or for suggested locations to safely use these items.

Boom gates

Boom gates are for your security. Please follow directions and do not give your security pin to others.

Cabin Care

Please report all damage, breakages and losses promptly to our park reception. We ask you to please leave the accommodation in a clean and tidy state. Rubbish should be placed neatly in bins provided (in the accommodation and throughout the park). All washing up to be done and put away clean. Additional cleaning charges and full replacement costs may apply where furniture and equipment is not left as originally found or the accommodation condition on departure is unacceptable. Guests are responsible for the safekeeping and replacement of lost keys.

Camp kitchen and barbeques

The park map indicates location of camp kitchens and barbeques. Please respect others, clean up after use and remove your food only from the fridge. For security purposes, the fridges may be locked at 10pm and unlocked between 5am and 6am. Do not place water bottles or ice in the freezer or cooler bags in the fridge. Alcohol and medications are not allowed in the camp fridges and the camp kitchens are smoke-free environments.

Check-in time

Sites – 11am

Ensuites – 12pm

Cabins – 2pm

Check-out time

All sites 10am

Occupancy after this time will be charged as an additional day.

Late check outs – depend on availability. See reception for fees and availability. Site fees are calculated until 10am on the day of departure. If your travel arrangements are inconvenienced by these times, please contact reception to see if alternative arrangements can be made.

Chemical dump point

A chemical toilet dump is provided at the southern end of the park (refer to park map). Dumping of toilet waste in any other area of the park is strictly prohibited.

Children

Supervising children is vital for their safety and helps make sure they do not disturb other guests.

Children under 12 years old must be accompanied by an adult when visiting the amenities and all other park facilities.

Conditions of entry

As part of the conditions of entry to our park, guests are to abide by Park Rules. These are available from reception or on our website Park Rules page.

Customer feedback

We hope you enjoy your stay and welcome your feedback which helps us continue to improve our service and facilities. Please share your experience with others by leaving a review on Tripadvisor or Google.

Evacuation procedures

In an emergency, follow the directions of staff. If we need to evacuate the park make your way directly to our evacuation area – marked ‘Assembly area’ on the map.

Fees

Fees must be paid in advance. Your unique boom gate code is for one vehicle only. Access is controlled by an Anti-Passback system and is subject to fees paid in advance.

Garbage/litter

Please help us look after our environment by using the rubbish and recycling bins located throughout the park for your convenience. Wrap all garbage prior to disposal.

Information

For local information, where to eat, activities, events, how to get around and service providers ask our friendly staff in reception.

Internet access

Wi‑Fi is not available at Main Beach Tourist Park, but most areas of the park have excellent mobile coverage and 5G service.

Items for hire

See reception for information on items available for hire; including go-karts and ping-pong racquets. Enquire with staff about local hire companies for other items if required.

Kiosk

The kiosk stocks a variety of grocery items, toiletries, milk, bread, ice, papers, lollies, cold drinks, ice creams, beach items, etc.

Laundry

There are coin-operated machines and dryers in the main amenity blocks. They take $1 coins – change and washing powder is available from reception. Irons and ironing boards are free. Collect clothes from washing lines when dry and remove washing from machines when cycle finishes. Washing dishes is not permitted in the laundry, sinks are available at the camp kitchens.

Lost and found

Report lost or found items immediately to reception.

Mail

Mail will be placed in mail boxes. Mail can be posted at reception.

Noise

Quiet time is between 9pm and 8am. Consider your neighbours by keeping the volume down on radios, televisions and social gatherings. Excessive noise or abusive language will not be tolerated and can result in guests or visitors being asked to leave immediately.

Personal information

We are required to comply with the Information Privacy Act 2009. Any information you have supplied to us is only used for the purpose that it was collected for. We will not disclose your personal information (including confirming whether or not you are staying in the park) to any person. Should anyone wish to visit you while you are staying in the park, we recommend you contact them to advise where you are located in the park, as we will not pass on this information.

Pets

For the comfort and safety of guests, pets are not permitted.

Placement of caravans

We will help you place your caravan on your site. To comply with fire regulations, all vans MUST have the drawbar facing toward the road.

Playground

The children’s playground is located near the pool. Smoking is not permitted within 10 metres of the equipment, as per Qld law. Children under 12 years old must be supervised by an adult.

Reception

Current open hours are published on our website Contact page. For emergency assistance outside office hours, please use the emergency intercom located near the reception entrance door or contact park managers on phone number 07 5667 2726.

Recreation room

The recreation room is next to reception and is open from 9am to 6pm each day. Facilities include TV and coin operated gaming machines. Children under 12 years old must be supervised by an adult.

Refunds

Cancellation fees apply. See reception for refund policy or view on our website Terms & Conditions page.

Security

We’d like your holiday to be enjoyable. Holidaying is a great time to get to know your neighbours and keep an eye out for each other’s belongings.

Your security is important to us. We recommend you keep your possessions, vehicles and accommodation safely secured at all times. If you have any concerns, please speak to one of our friendly staff.

Site cleanliness and boundaries

Please keep your site tidy and use the facilities provided to dry clothes, discharge sullage water and dispose of rubbish. Make sure your caravan, car and camping equipment stay within your site boundaries. Ropes or fastenings must not be tied to trees, fences or park structures.

It is your responsibility to position your camping equipment so that your vehicle fits on your site. if it doesn’t fit, it must be parked outside the park.

Smoking and vaping

Our park is 100% smoke and vape free. If you wish to smoke, you will need to exit the park.

Swimming pool

Pool hours are signed at each pool area. Management reserves the right to change and amend hours as necessary for the safety of park guests. The pool is seasonally heated. For your safety and the comfort of all please note:

• no glass, smoking or alcohol
• no diving or running
• children under 12 years old must be supervised by an adult

Vehicles – drive with care

The safety of all guests is vital. Please adhere to the eight-kilometre speed limit (walking pace) within the park. Park roads are shared zones. Please follow all road signage and give way to pedestrians.

Site fees include one vehicle only. Additional vehicles can be parked in the visitors’ car park. Speak to reception for approval and cost of an additional vehicle on site.

Water conservation

Please conserve water by keeping your showers short and reporting leaking taps to our reception staff.

Main Beach Accessibility Guide

We are committed to ensuring every guest can have a relaxing and enjoyable stay. We aim to welcome guests with the highest level of customer service and hospitality, regardless of their individual needs.

Download Main Beach Accessibility Guide

Reception

The Park reception office has level entry access with no stairs. The double sliding door entrance is fully automated, providing ample access for wheelchair or pram mobility. Kiosk shelves are stacked from floor level to head height and assistance from reception staff is on offer upon request.

A qualified First Aid Officer is always available. Emergency assistance is provided by the resident manager outside of office hours. An intercom is located near the reception entrance door. Service animals are welcome in the Park, with documentation. Onsite security patrols the Park grounds nightly.

Getting around the Park

Mobility is made easy throughout the park grounds via the internal road network and pathways leading to facilities. Park roadways are illuminated by night and are suitable for users of wheelchairs, prams and mobility scooters.

Recreation / Games Room

The Games Room is located adjacent to reception. Access is level with no stairs, suitable for wheelchairs and prams. This indoor space features a TV with Foxtel and coin operated gaming machines. There is ample space for mobility throughout the facility, which provides alternative entertainment to the beach and outdoors.

Accessible bathroom

An accessible bathroom and separate toilet facility are located at the Park amenities block. Both rooms are accessed via a ramp with 930mm wide doorways and a sink height of 820mm. The shower features a hand-held shower head, fold down seat and lever taps. The toilet height is 500mm.

The entrance doorway to the laundry is 1045mm. The majority of washers and dryers provided are front loading and low level. Sink height is 845mm.

Camp Kitchen

The sheltered and fully equipped camp kitchen facility has ramp access. Sink and barbeque height are 900mm.

Accessible Studio Cabin

Our fully Accessible Studio Cabin accommodates up to 3 guests with the use of a sofa bed. This cabin is fully accessible by wheelchair, and the open-plan design enables comfortable mobility throughout.

Cabin features include a ramp leading to the balcony and entry. The bathroom is equipped with grab rails, adjustable hand held shower head and fold down bench seat.

• Main glass sliding door: 1000mm wide
• Bathroom doorway: 880mm wide
• Kitchen bench height: 900mm
• Small table height: 700mm
• Fridge and microwave are at knee height

2 Bedroom Cabin - Easy Access

Our 2 Bedroom Cabin does not meet current fully accessible standards, but it does have ease of access features that include a ramp leading to the front door for easy wheelchair access, and an equipped bathroom.

Entry is via a glass sliding door (790mm wide) and a 40mm high lip. Interior flooring is timber-finish throughout for easy mobility.

Interior doorways measure up to 800mm wide and the kitchen bench is 900mm high. Grab rails are conveniently placed to bathroom basin, shower and toilet use. Shower fittings include an extendable hand held shower head, lever operated taps and a fold down bench seat. Toilet has contrast colour seat.