Golfing in Gold Coast
For sheer density of quality, golfing on the Gold Coast is hard to beat. The prestigious The Grand Golf Club at Advancetown tops the rankings, while the renowned Pines Course at Hope Island and the links-style Links Hope Island cement the region's championship credentials.
Public-access options abound too: Southport Golf Club and Lakelands Golf Course deliver excellent rounds close to the action, with resort names like RACV Royal Pines and Palm Meadows familiar to tournament watchers. Head inland and the hinterland tracks at Canungra, Mt Tamborine and Boonah trade glitz for green-hilled serenity.
It borders Greater Brisbane & Moreton Bay for an easy two-region trip. Use the directory below to filter by access, green fee and course type.
Top-rated courses in Gold Coast
Plan a Gold Coast golf trip
The Gold Coast packs resort championship courses, hinterland clubs and visitor-friendly layouts into an easy, year-round golf destination — most within 30 minutes of the beach and the airport.
Base yourself around Surfers Paradise or Sanctuary Cove for stay-and-play resort golf, or head into the hinterland for cooler, quieter rounds. Many resort courses welcome visitor green fees and online bookings; the private clubs keep member and guest tee times.
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Gold Coast golf, answered
How many golf courses are on the Gold Coast?
Fairway Finders lists 25 golf courses on the Gold Coast, spanning public resort layouts, hinterland clubs and private member courses. Use the directory above to compare every course by location, style, access and rating.
Are there public golf courses on the Gold Coast?
Yes — 20 of the Gold Coast's courses are public or visitor-friendly, so you can book a tee time without a membership. See the dedicated public Gold Coast page for the full pay-and-play list and green fees.
What are the best golf courses on the Gold Coast?
The Gold Coast's top-rated courses span championship resort layouts and acclaimed private clubs. Our ranked guide covers the standouts, and the directory above also sorts every Gold Coast course by player rating.
Can visitors play resort courses on the Gold Coast?
Often, yes. Many Gold Coast resort and stay-and-play courses welcome visitor green fees and online bookings, though some keep member or guest tee times — always confirm availability with the course before you travel.