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Runaway Bay Motor Inn

4.0 star property
4-star motel in Runaway Bay

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Outdoor pool
Executive Room, Kitchenette (Executive Suite) | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle
Reception
Executive Room, Kitchenette (Executive Suite) | Living room | LCD TV
Free self parking

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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429 Oxley Drive, Runaway Bay, QLD, 4455
  • Place, Pine Ridge Conservation Park
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Harbour Town
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Warner Bros. Movie World
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, Gold Coast, QLD (OOL-Coolangatta)
    ‪40 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, Kitchenette (Std Courtyard Outdoor Spa)

Standard Room, Kitchenette (Std Courtyard Outdoor Spa) | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, Kitchenette (Std Courtyard Outdoor Spa)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Family Room, Kitchenette (STD Twin / Family)

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Family Room, Kitchenette (STD Twin / Family)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Room, Kitchenette (Standard Double Room) | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, Kitchenette (Standard Double Room)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Executive Room, Kitchenette (Executive Suite) | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Executive Room, Kitchenette (Executive Suite)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Family Room, Kitchenette (Family Courtyard Outdoor Spa)

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Family Room, Kitchenette (Family Courtyard Outdoor Spa)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Gold Coast

Runaway Bay stay.Your stay at this Runaway Bay motel places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Harbour Town and South Stradbroke Island Conservation Park. Ian Dipple Lagoon and Lakeside Country Club are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Pine Ridge Conservation Park - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Harbour Town - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Warner Bros. Movie World - 13 min drive - 8.5 miles
  • Surfers Paradise Beach - 14 min drive - 8.3 miles
  • Dreamworld - 15 min drive - 11.1 miles

Getting around

  • Helensvale Station - 11 min drive
  • Cypress Avenue Station - 21 min drive
  • Coolangatta Airport (OOL) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪8 Street - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Sanctum - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Crafty's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Ichi Ban Ya - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Yum Cha Cuisine - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Runaway Bay Motor Inn

4-star motel in Runaway Bay
Runaway Bay Motor Inn offers its guests an outdoor pool, tour/ticket assistance, and laundry facilities. WiFi is free in public spaces. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Gold Coast motel.

  • 38 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Smoking in designated areas
Runaway Bay Motor Inn offers 38 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. LCD televisions are featured in guestrooms. Accommodations at this 4-star motel have kitchenettes with refrigerators, microwaves, and separate dining areas. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and ceiling fans. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Separate in-room dining area

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Separate dining area

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee for check-in between 7:00 PM and midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 4:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 30.0 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for AUD 30.0 per night.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: AUD 200.00 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Late check-in fee for check-in between 7:00 PM and midnight
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 30.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 30.0 per night

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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
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 fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Runaway Bay Motor Inn to the airport?

Runaway Bay Motor Inn is 30.2 mi (44-min drive) away from the Coolangatta Airport (OOL) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Runaway Bay Motor Inn?

As of Mar 10, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Runaway Bay Motor Inn on Mar 24, 2026 start from $177, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Runaway Bay Motor Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Runaway Bay Motor Inn.

How close is Runaway Bay Motor Inn to the beach?

This motel is 7.2 mi (18-min drive) from Surfers Paradise Beach and 16 mi (35-min drive) from Burleigh Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Runaway Bay Motor Inn offer free breakfast?

Runaway Bay Motor Inn does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Runaway Bay Motor Inn?

No, there is no casino at this motel, but The Star Gold Coast (17-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Runaway Bay Motor Inn?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Runaway Bay Motor Inn?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Runaway Bay Motor Inn have a pool?

Runaway Bay Motor Inn features an outdoor pool.

Does Runaway Bay Motor Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Runaway Bay Motor Inn to downtown Gold Coast?

Runaway Bay Motor Inn is 7.3 mi away from Gold Coast.

Runaway Bay Motor Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 215 out of 449 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 179 out of 449 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 33 out of 449 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 449 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 449 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Good sized room, motel has clean but abandoned atmosphere
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kirstie

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Rosalie

Need to vacuum under beds and clean where toilet brush goes into holder
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly staff and efficient.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Courtney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean great room
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Convenient
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Melissa

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall, a very spacious motel room, that was free from smells and was neat and tidy. In a good location and with easy access. However, the TV didn't work. A new one was supplied the next day (though the smart tv hasn't been set up, so couldn't access this). The powerpoints were very limited in the room. Nothing seemed tagged and tested (and seemed old), including the power cable provided, when the powerpoints were too far away from where my device needed to operate. There were two separate lights out/broken, the fridge seal was not intact (door didn't close propely) and on the last day of my stay, it completely came away from the fridge. The jug was very old and would benefit from being replaced. There were two separate lights out - one in the living room and one in the bathroom (above the mirror). Perfectly adequate stay, however is in need of a lot of upgrades and refurbishments.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lucky

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
We were fortunate to get a deal which was affordable and convenient for us. We were in a 2-4 bed room which was comfy and met our general needs. The property is quite old and you get what you pay for. I would still stay as it is very close to Harbour Town and was easy to locate. If you're on a budget and just need a place to sleep while you are visiting the GC and enjoying the sites then this is a reasonable place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

CHRISTOPHER

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Resham

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Good place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Leigh

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

LeeAnn

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
the property is clean and quiet staff nice
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Sadly they left an unnecessary and blood stained wheelchair in the room. We couldn’t stay long so left the keys on the lockbox and messaged the receptionist via phone
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Convenient

Was travelling and just required a bed, service was good and a good sleep was had.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Rob

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Amenities
Property old and tired. Not good staff and took an extra $200 after payment for room was made as holding deposit without asking and said it would take 7-14 to receive payment back.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Suited my purpose very well
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and clean. Friendly staff. Quiet. Very happy with stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff were helpful and pleasant. Large unit with separate kitchenette.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check in was quick and simple...room was spacious and quiet...good deal for the price.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Renine

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Will stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Joseph

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Happy stay over the weekend

The room is very clean but there is no heater. In winter, it can be cold at night.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Renee

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Tv didn’t work, disappointing for a reasonably upmarket property in a suburban area
Stayed 1 night in May 2025