Title: 10 Best Family & Kid Friendly Resorts in Australia for 2026 - Expedia.ca

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## Our top choices for Australia family-friendly hotels

![Property amenity](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/550000/548800/548789/ffe946fe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/550000/548800/548789/00d1f3ea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/550000/548800/548789/w3840h2879x0y0-720f4d9d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/550000/548800/548789/2cd3477b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Oaks Sunshine Coast Oasis Resort

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Sunshine-Coast-Hotels-Oaks-Sunshine-Coast-Oasis-Resort.h548789.Hotel-Information)

Golden Beach

8.6/10

Excellent

(2,721 reviews)

- Family-friendly paradise near the beach—waterslides, playground, and mini golf create endless fun for kids of all ages.

CA $174

CA $191 total

includes taxes & fees

Apr 19 - Apr 20

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Sunshine-Coast-Hotels-Oaks-Sunshine-Coast-Oasis-Resort.h548789.Hotel-Information)

![Water park](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2650000/2649600/2649543/10aecc43.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![2 Bedroom Family Suite | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2650000/2649600/2649543/2d358ea5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![2 Bedroom Apartment | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2650000/2649600/2649543/47a25937.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![2 Bedroom Apartment](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2650000/2649600/2649543/f8b64511.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Turtle Beach Resort

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Gold-Coast-Hotels-Turtle-Beach-Resort.h2649543.Hotel-Information)

Mermaid Beach

8.6/10

Excellent

(1,001 reviews)

- Fun-filled family resort with water park adventures, splash zones, and endless entertainment across the road from the beach.

CA $341

CA $375 total

includes taxes & fees

Apr 19 - Apr 20

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Gold-Coast-Hotels-Turtle-Beach-Resort.h2649543.Hotel-Information)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/20500/20497/e4341984.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Grand Bungalow, Overwater](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/20500/20497/fac16393.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Grand Bungalow, Overwater | In-room dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/20500/20497/1f0eb835.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Individually decorated, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/20500/20497/c73d1448.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Novotel Sunshine Coast Resort

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Sunshine-Coast-Hotels-Novotel-Sunshine-Coast-Resort-Hotel.h20497.Hotel-Information)

Twin Waters

7.6/10

Good

(1,003 reviews)

- Family paradise offers poolside fun, mini-golf adventures, and easy beach access for all ages to enjoy together.

CA $197

CA $216 total

includes taxes & fees

Apr 21 - Apr 22

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Sunshine-Coast-Hotels-Novotel-Sunshine-Coast-Resort-Hotel.h20497.Hotel-Information)

![Outdoor pool, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3850000/3842900/3842890/05e68db2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Deluxe 3 Bedroom Apartment - Sleeps 6 | Living room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3850000/3842900/3842890/w2880h1866x0y35-30351e3c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3850000/3842900/3842890/62d3dac4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Superior Studio Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3850000/3842900/3842890/w2880h1866x0y35-7f8154a4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Discovery Parks - Melbourne

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Melbourne-Hotels-Discovery-Parks-Melbourne.h3842890.Hotel-Information)

Braybrook

8.8/10

Excellent

(1,001 reviews)

- Splash into family fun at this Melbourne retreat with outdoor pool, playground, and game room for all ages to enjoy.

CA $112

CA $112 total

includes taxes & fees

Apr 8 - Apr 9

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Melbourne-Hotels-Discovery-Parks-Melbourne.h3842890.Hotel-Information)

![Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/43500/43437/d2254892.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Deluxe Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/43500/43437/d766a25f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/43500/43437/ae78bf6d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Daily continental breakfast (AUD 25.00 per person)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/43500/43437/ad4c900d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Paradise Resort Gold Coast

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Gold-Coast-Hotels-Paradise-Resort-Gold-Coast.h43437.Hotel-Information)

Surfers Paradise

8.2/10

Very good

(1,002 reviews)

- Family-friendly paradise with a free water park and pools steps from Surfers Paradise Beach.

CA $218

CA $241 total

includes taxes & fees

Apr 21 - Apr 22

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Gold-Coast-Hotels-Paradise-Resort-Gold-Coast.h43437.Hotel-Information)

![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5380000/5372200/5372178/a45bed57.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Indoor pool, 2 outdoor pools, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5380000/5372200/5372178/ca471f5d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Breakfast, lunch and dinner served](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5380000/5372200/5372178/37faea7a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Fitness facility](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5380000/5372200/5372178/1c8eb930.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Ramada Resort by Wyndham Phillip Island

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Cowes-Hotels-Ramada-Resort-By-Wyndham-Phillip-Island.h5372178.Hotel-Information)

Cowes

8.2/10

Very good

(1,001 reviews)

CA $192

CA $211 total

includes taxes & fees

Apr 20 - Apr 21

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Cowes-Hotels-Ramada-Resort-By-Wyndham-Phillip-Island.h5372178.Hotel-Information)

![Water park](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/880000/871500/871443/7eeec3d8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/880000/871500/871443/1cd2ebeb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/880000/871500/871443/c423a8d5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![4 restaurants, breakfast served](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/880000/871500/871443/b8641b1e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Sea World Resort

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Gold-Coast-Hotels-Sea-World-Resort.h871443.Hotel-Information)

Main Beach

8.6/10

Excellent

(1,004 reviews)

- Splash into family fun at the free water park resort with poolside relaxation and just minutes from Surfers Paradise Beach.

CA $172

CA $189 total

includes taxes & fees

Apr 30 - May 1

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Gold-Coast-Hotels-Sea-World-Resort.h871443.Hotel-Information)

![Daily full breakfast (AUD 39 per person)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/26600/26579/bc17b125.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/26600/26579/d4aadc24.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/26600/26579/cdd10918.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/26600/26579/00937ae7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Novotel Sydney on Darling Harbour

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Sydney-Hotels-Novotel-Sydney-On-Darling-Harbour.h26579.Hotel-Information)

Sydney Central Business District

8.4/10

Very good

(1,310 reviews)

CA $183

CA $201 total

includes taxes & fees

Apr 27 - Apr 28

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Sydney-Hotels-Novotel-Sydney-On-Darling-Harbour.h26579.Hotel-Information)

![3 Bedroom Ocean View Apartment | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1870000/1864600/1864556/70547431.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![ 3 Bedroom Penthouse | Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1870000/1864600/1864556/c216e160.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![ 3 Bedroom Penthouse | Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1870000/1864600/1864556/d0d0eea3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![1 Bedroom Partial Ocean View | Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1870000/1864600/1864556/8727943a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Artique Surfers Paradise

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Gold-Coast-Hotels-Artique-Surfers-Paradise.h1864556.Hotel-Information)

Surfers Paradise

9.0/10

Wonderful

(3,119 reviews)

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Gold-Coast-Hotels-Artique-Surfers-Paradise.h1864556.Hotel-Information)

![Desk, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15900000/15895600/15895553/dd28c935.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Indoor pool, outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15900000/15895600/15895553/6cc43a6d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Flat-screen TV, DVD player](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15900000/15895600/15895553/d385aff3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15900000/15895600/15895553/bd067ec3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### City Tempo - Lonsdale St

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Melbourne-Hotels-City-Tempo-Lonsdale-St.h15895553.Hotel-Information)

Melbourne Central Business District

9.0/10

Wonderful

(1,446 reviews)

- Family getaway with pools and park access makes this Melbourne apartment perfect for the whole family's urban vacation.

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Melbourne-Hotels-City-Tempo-Lonsdale-St.h15895553.Hotel-Information)

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## Top Australia Hotel Reviews

![Amora Hotel Brisbane](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/4700/4610/19e99c2f_y.jpg)

### Amora Hotel Brisbane

10/10 Excellent

" Clean room, really close to town"

[](https://expedia.ca/Brisbane-Hotels-Amora-Hotel-Brisbane.h4610.Hotel-Information)

![Sydney Harbour Marriott Hotel at Circular Quay](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/18900/18811/29ab8b83_y.jpg)

### Sydney Harbour Marriott Hotel at Circular Quay

8/10 Good

"Very convenient location especially for cruising folk, only a short walk to the Circular Quay International shipping wharf for cruise liners :-)"

[](https://expedia.ca/Sydney-Hotels-Sydney-Harbour-Marriott-Hotel-At-Circular-Quay.h18811.Hotel-Information)

![PARKROYAL Darling Harbour, Sydney](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/22600/22576/fe55f674_y.jpg)

### PARKROYAL Darling Harbour, Sydney

8/10 Good

"Clean room, well priced for a quick stay "

[](https://expedia.ca/Sydney-Hotels-PARKROYAL-Darling-Harbour.h22576.Hotel-Information)

![Novotel Surfers Paradise](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/200/109/156f86fb_y.jpg)

### Novotel Surfers Paradise

4/10 Poor

"The room had some maintenance issues. The toilet was clogged when we arrived, and the electric kettle was broken, which was quite disappointing for a stay at this price point"

[](https://expedia.ca/Gold-Coast-Hotels-Novotel-Surfers-Paradise.h109.Hotel-Information)

![Four Seasons Hotel Sydney](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/2300/2220/11f73159_y.jpg)

### Four Seasons Hotel Sydney

10/10 Excellent

"Stunning room with the views to match. Club room service and staff were exceptional as was housekeeping and concierge. "

[](https://expedia.ca/Sydney-Hotels-Four-Seasons-Hotel-Sydney.h2220.Hotel-Information)

![Shangri-La Sydney](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/12000/11974/b0b86b8b_y.jpg)

### Shangri-La Sydney

10/10 Excellent

"Wonderful and a perfect location. "

[](https://expedia.ca/Sydney-Hotels-Shangri-La-Sydney.h11974.Hotel-Information)

![W Sydney](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96140000/96134000/96133976/f53636ed_y.jpg)

### W Sydney

10/10 Excellent

"We stayed in a Deluxe King room overlooking Darling Harbour. The room was absolutely beautiful, very spacious with separate dressing room and a huge bathroom with a round both. The bed was very comfortable. The breakfast choices were also wonderful. Next time I am in Sydney, I will definitely stay here."

[](https://expedia.ca/Sydney-Hotels-W-Sydney.h96133976.Hotel-Information)

![The Fullerton Hotel Sydney](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/290000/284400/284308/6aa7dc33_y.jpg)

### The Fullerton Hotel Sydney

10/10 Excellent

"Room was really clean and well laid out. Staff in the lounge were very friendly and helpful. Lobby bar was convenient but service could be slow "

[](https://expedia.ca/Sydney-Hotels-The-Fullerton-Hotel-Sydney.h284308.Hotel-Information)

![View Sydney](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/480000/470900/470820/c63ef6c6_y.jpg)

### View Sydney

10/10 Excellent

"Room was terrific and the view couldn’t have been better!!"

[](https://expedia.ca/Sydney-Hotels-View-Sydney.h470820.Hotel-Information)