Aruba Sands Resort

4.0 star property
Upscale Gold Coast aparthotel in Broadbeach with free parking

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Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Front of property
Superior Unit with Balcony | Living area
Superior Unit with Balcony | Living area
Standard Apartment, 1 Queen Bed | Living area
Reviews
8.4

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • PoolPoolPool
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • Room serviceRoom serviceRoom service
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included

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Map
11-17 Philip Avenue, Broadbeach, QLD, 4218
  • Popular LocationThe Star Gold Coast5 min walk
  • Popular LocationThe Oasis5 min walk
  • Popular LocationPacific Fair Shopping Centre8 min walk
  • AirportGold Coast, QLD (OOL-Coolangatta)31 min drive

Room options

Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed
Hairdryer
  • 4.9 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Superior Unit with Balcony

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
  • 56 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

Studio with Balcony

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Studio
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Superior Apartment

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Apartment, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Gold Coast

At Aruba Sands Resort you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of popular attractions like The Star Gold Coast and The Oasis. Highlights at this aparthotel include an outdoor swimming pool, free self-parking and Access to hot tub. .Each apartment is individually decorated and features a flat-screen TV with cable channels, along with free WiFi, a balcony or patio and a DVD player. A microwave and room service make in-room dining convenient. A coffee/tea maker, a hairdryer and a phone are also available. Housekeeping is not available. .Enjoy the gym and pool loungers. Additionally, you'll find free WiFi in public areas and laundry facilities. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Attractions within a 15-minute walk of this 4-property class Broadbeach aparthotel include Pacific Fair Shopping Centre and Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre.

What's nearby

  • The Star Gold Coast - 5 min walk
  • The Oasis - 5 min walk
  • Pacific Fair Shopping Centre - 8 min walk
  • Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre - 10 min walk
  • Cavill Avenue - 5 min drive

Getting around

  • Broadbeach South Light Rail Station - 8 min walk
  • Varsity Lakes Station - 17 min drive
  • Gold Coast, QLD (OOL-Coolangatta) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • Kurrawa Surf Club - 6 min walk
  • The Loose Moose - 5 min walk
  • Broadbeach Tavern - 4 min walk
  • Room81 - 4 min walk
  • No Name Lane - 5 min walk

About this property

Entire place

Aruba Sands Resort

Upscale Gold Coast aparthotel in Broadbeach with free parking
Aruba Sands Resort offers its guests an outdoor pool, Access to hot tub, and a fitness centre. WiFi is free in public spaces. A library, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at Aruba Sands Resort. Self parking is free.

This 4-star Gold Coast aparthotel is smoke free.

  • 20 guestrooms or units
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • No smoking on site
Aruba Sands Resort offers 20 air-conditioned accommodations with DVD players and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include a shower and hairdryers. This Gold Coast aparthotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English, German

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool loungers
  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self-parking on site
  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

Dining

  • Room service

Bedrooms

  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower only
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Library

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable service
  • DVD player

Outdoor areas

  • Terrace
  • Balcony or patio
  • Barbecue
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Laundry facilities

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No lift
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Phone
  • Luggage storage
  • No housekeeping

Things to do

  • Fitness centre
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Bike rentals nearby
  • Golf lessons nearby
  • Parasailing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 20 rooms
  • Individually decorated
  • Individually furnished

Policies

Check-in

Check in from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM and 9:00 AM to noon
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Friday (8:30 AM - 5:00 PM) and Saturday - Sunday (9:00 AM - noon)
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk, lockbox

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is professionally cleaned
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation. The property is professionally cleaned. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Guests may experience noise disturbance due to nearby construction work.

Property is also known as

Aruba Sands Resort Broadbeach
Aruba Sands Resort
Aruba Sands Broadbeach
Aruba Sands
Aruba Sands Resort Broadbeach, Gold Coast
Aruba Sands Resort Aparthotel
Aruba Sands Resort Broadbeach
Aruba Sands Resort Aparthotel Broadbeach

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Aruba Sands Resort?

Aruba Sands Resort offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Aruba Sands Resort?

Yep, Aruba Sands Resort has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Aruba Sands Resort?

Yep, Aruba Sands Resort is a short 6-minute walk from Kurrawa Beach. Fun beach activities include body boarding and parasailing.

Does Aruba Sands Resort have a pool?

Aruba Sands Resort has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger.

What makes Aruba Sands Resort a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub, plus private balconies in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Aruba Sands Resort.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Aruba Sands Resort?

No, but there's an airport shuttle for a fee.

What time are check-in & check-out at Aruba Sands Resort?

Check-in is from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM, and 9:00 AM to noon. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Aruba Sands Resort?

No, pets are not allowed.

Aruba Sands Resort Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 104 out of 257 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 105 out of 257 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 29 out of 257 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 257 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 257 reviews" "

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Value for money! Great apartment with great amenities, enjoyed my hot spa at the end of each day. Less than 5 minute walk to beach!
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Location location location
so central to everything, the beach, the shops, public transport. Great stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Karen

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is very tired and needs makeover asked about rubbish removal or getting something once it runs out and was told no service for the week and take your own rubbish out. Then some backpacker arrived at door wanting to change sheets??? Would not stay here again to old and very Noisy
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mirjana

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic location, close to everything, early check in, thank you Kellie.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kyla

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Ben

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quick Stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

De Kun

Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Liz

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Rooms basic but very clean, great location
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

John

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location within easy access to everything we needed. The only downside was caused by inconsiderate tenants who continually allowed security and apartment doors to slam shut whenever accessing the property
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property's location is so close to the beach, shopping and cafe district. Everything I needed was within walking distance.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023