Darcy Arms Motel

3.0 star property
3-star motel near Surfers Paradise Beach

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Restaurant
Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking
Fireplace
Outdoor pool
Exterior

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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2923 Gold Coast Highway, Surfers Paradise, QLD, 4217
  • Place, Broadbeach Beach
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, SkyPoint Observation Deck
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Surfers Paradise Beach
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Gold Coast, QLD (OOL-Coolangatta)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Room options

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 60 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Twin Beds

Standard Room, Non Smoking (Standard Double Room)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(19 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, Non Smoking (Standard Double 3 nights)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Family Room

  • Sleeps 6

Standard Room, Non Smoking (Standard Double 3 Nights)

  • Sleeps 2

Interconnecting Room

  • Sleeps 4

Standard Room

  • Sleeps 2

About the area

Gold Coast

Oceanside stay.Your stay at this Surfers Paradise motel places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Surfers Paradise Beach and Cavill Avenue. SkyPoint Observation Deck and Broadbeach Beach are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Broadbeach Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • SkyPoint Observation Deck - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Surfers Paradise Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Cavill Avenue - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Slingshot - 15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Florida Gardens station - 9 min walk
  • Varsity Lakes Station - 22 min drive
  • Coolangatta Airport (OOL) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪26° & Sunny - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Social House - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Waves Buffet Restaurant - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Chickery Chick - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Alfresco - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Darcy Arms Motel

3-star motel near Surfers Paradise Beach
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. An outdoor pool, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at Darcy Arms Motel. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.
  • 17 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 1980
  • Self-service laundry
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Garden
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Darcy Arms Motel offers 17 air-conditioned accommodations with irons/ironing boards and ceiling fans. LCD televisions are featured in guestrooms. Refrigerators and coffee/tea makers are provided. Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) are also available. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • LCD TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 20.0 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property 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.

  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 20.0 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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
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 Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.

Property is also known as

D'arcy Arms Motel Surfers Paradise
D'arcy Arms Motel
D'arcy Arms Surfers Paradise
D'arcy Arms
D'Arcy Arms Motel Gold Coast/Surfers Paradise
Darcy Arms Motel Motel
Darcy Arms Motel Surfers Paradise
Darcy Arms Motel Motel Surfers Paradise

Frequently asked questions

How close is Darcy Arms Motel to the airport?

Darcy Arms Motel is 18.6 mi (35-min drive) away from the Coolangatta Airport (OOL) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Darcy Arms Motel?

As of Apr 6, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Darcy Arms Motel on May 4, 2026 start from CA $149, excluding 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 Darcy Arms Motel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Darcy Arms Motel.

How close is Darcy Arms Motel to the beach?

This motel is a short 12-minute walk from Surfers Paradise Beach and 8-minute walk from Broadbeach Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Darcy Arms Motel offer free breakfast?

Darcy Arms Motel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Darcy Arms Motel?

No, there is no casino at this motel, but The Star Gold Coast (2-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Darcy Arms Motel?

Check-in end time: 10 PM.

Is there free parking at Darcy Arms Motel?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Darcy Arms Motel have a pool?

Darcy Arms Motel features an outdoor pool.

Does Darcy Arms Motel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Darcy Arms Motel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Darcy Arms Motel to downtown Gold Coast?

Darcy Arms Motel is 0.4 mi away from Gold Coast.

Darcy Arms Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 140 out of 355 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 154 out of 355 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 39 out of 355 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 355 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 355 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Keval

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good motel
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Calie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was lovely in terms of the service, location, clean room and nice relaxed motel. We loved the food at the restaurant it was next level. It was so close to walk to the main beach and we caught the tram for .50c outside the motel to Cavil Ave which was so easy. Highly recommend this place for a cheap comfortable stay.
Surfers only 14 min walk along the Jubilee boardwalk to centre
Outside our room
Motel room outside
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All good
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was not friendly. Asked twice for beach towel twice stated will bring to my room but never happened.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Elliot

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place to kip for a night
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Grea place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Barbara

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

8/10 Good

Ryan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice little place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

COLIN, Scenic Rim

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean. Great food and drink. Easy free parking. We will be back!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Barbara

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Tracey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and easy walk to beach and dining options.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Karen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient to everything. Meals available on-site.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Good budget accommodation

The receptionist was very helpful, room was fine for just one night and good value with parking included
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Alex

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
On the same property as an Irish pub so lunch and dinner's if one is open to restaurant dining is extremely easy to get to full stop there is a private car park underneath the motel rooms. The car park is admittedly difficult to get in and out of however having secured parking complementary to the hotel was amazing. The brooms were as you would expect on the price for sub everything was clean but there are no frills or luxuries in the rooms. Felt comfortable and with the security level provided. Overall very happy with our stay full stop the low location alone makes it worth the price.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing staff and service
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carmel

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Certainly suits our purpose....Disabled parking only 1..we have been lucky enough to secure over last 3 yearly visits...take grandaughter for a meal on site...gr8 meal Christmas in July....staff went beyond in restaurant area...10stars.....
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adele

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

Family getaway

Amazing. The location, being able to cross the road and jump on a tram. Walk to the end of the street for the beach. The convenience shop and the restaurant attached to it was delicious and so friendly. Can’t wait to come back!! We did washing and drying there. My kids loved it.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Meenu

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good value for money and central location
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Kay

Character warmness
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great homely atmosphere, friendly and helpful staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luke

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Shower had great pressure and super hot Great easy parking Quick walk to cavil
Stayed 1 night in May 2025