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Imperial Hotel Gold CoastvsArtique Surfers Paradise
Both Palazzo Versace and Artique Surfers Paradise are highly recommended by those who travel for a living. On balance, Palazzo Versace is the choice of most professionals compared to Artique Surfers Paradise. Palazzo Versace ranks #1 in Gold Coast with praise from 5 reviews like Afar Magazine, Fodor's and The Telegraph.
Imperial Hotel Gold Coast
Fodor's
The Telegraph
Oyster
Afar Magazine
Lonely Planet
Michelin Guide
Sea World Dr., PO Box 137, Main Beach, Queensland 4217
From $292/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
"The famous Italian fashion house lent its flair to this expansive, opulent waterfront hotel—the first of its kind in the world." Full review
8.0
"It’s 15 years since Palazzo Versace opened its doors on Australia’s Gold Coast as the world’s first fashion-branded hotel and the epitome of glamour and luxury." Full review
Luxury
"An exclusive five-pearl property with a Versace boutique, a private marina, and close access to Surfers Paradise." Full review
"Luxury and opulence define Donatella Versace’s fashion sense." Full review
"A glitzy Roman pastiche, the Palazzo Versace is the Gold Coast all over, from its opulent rooms (205 in total) to its sprawling restaurants and bars." Full review
"Rather improbably situated on Queensland’s Gold Coast is one of the more eccentric hotel ventures we’ve ever seen — the Palazzo Versace, a monument to Milan-via-Miami haute decadence, is a joint venture between the eponymous fashion house and an Australian property developer, and is roughly one part tribute to the late Gianni Versace and two parts over-the-top luxury-resort fantasy" Full review
Artique Surfers Paradise
Oyster
Lonely Planet
16-18 Enderley Avenue, Surfers Paradise, Queensland 4217
From $123/night
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Laundry Service
- Laundy Room
- Pool
- Fitness Center
Upscale
"The four-pearl Artique Surfers Paradise houses 176 air-conditioned self-catering one- to three-bedroom modern apartments with fully equipped kitchens that include ovens, dishwashers, and plenty of cookware." Full review
Top Choice
"One of several slick apartment towers at Surfers’ southern end, Artique (certainly not antique) features a curvy facade, glazed balustrades, muted tones, classy kitchens and babbling fountains." Full review