With its burnished gilt ceilings, rose gold columns and thick-pile azure carpets lapping like waves against a parquet marble shore, the lobby of the Dorsett is a masterclass in Gold Coast glitz. And while this small but perfectly formed hotel may not be quite as resort-scaled as some of its nearby neighbours, its luxe finishes, boutique charm and thoughtfully curated facilities can certainly hold their own against any of Surfers Paradise’s bigger accommodations.
The 313 guestrooms channel a similarly glamorous aesthetic, with palm frond artworks and gold leather headboards. Bathrooms are fitted with rain showers and complimentary Elemis toiletries as standard. Those guests staying on higher floors also get access to the hotel’s Executive Club, a relaxing space perched on the 19th storey overlooking the beach, serving breakfast and complimentary evening cocktails and canapes, away from the hustle and bustle of lobby and pool spaces.
While there is no in-house restaurant beyond the room service menu, the hotel’s location in Broadbeach places it in the heart of one of the best dining destinations on the Gold Coast, with outstanding and numerous options just minutes from your room. Guests can also access certain facilities at Dorsett’s nearby sister venue the Star, including the spa and fitness centre. For those content to take a few laps, the stunning Isoletto Pool Club features an infinity pool plus sun loungers, cabanas and spectacular ocean views.