Crystal Bay on the Broadwater (with kids)
How Kids-Friendly is Crystal Bay on the Broadwater?
What makes it 84% Kids-Friendly: Two-bedroom and family apartments fit parents and kids, heated outdoor pool and table tennis entertain onsite, Broadwater Parklands splash playground 1 km away; rollaways offered for fee.
Good match for:
- Wellness Seekers: Enjoy sauna, heated pool and gym facilities for a relaxing solo retreat.
- Waterfront Explorers: Step outside for a 1-minute walk to Len Fox Park and stroll along the Broadwater.
Things to keep in mind:
- Beach-only Vacationers: Surfers Paradise Beach is a 10-minute drive away, not within walking distance.
- Nightlife Hoppers: The hotel sits in a quiet Labrador area, far from Surfers Paradise nightlife.
What is so special about Crystal Bay on the Broadwater for with kids?
- Heated outdoor pool, sauna and gym for a solo wellness break
- Private balconies with Broadwater views for morning coffee
- Len Fox Park under 100 m away for waterfront art strolls
- Free Wi-Fi and free private parking simplify your stay
- Paid airport shuttle and shuttle to nearby hotspots on request
Kids-Friendly Activities around Crystal Bay on the Broadwater
Len Fox Park: <100m (1 min walk)
Waterfront park with art mosaics, grassy lawns, and jogging paths.
Tip: Grab a takeaway coffee and watch sunrise over the Broadwater.
Broadwater Tourist Park: 430m (5 min walk)
Public picnic grounds and campground on the water’s edge.
Tip: Check low-tide times to explore nearby rockpools.
Sea World: 1.6 km (4 min drive)
Marine theme park with rides, animal shows, and aquarium exhibits.
Tip: Book tickets online to skip the entry queue.
Kids-Friendly Hotel Facilities
Free facilities in Crystal Bay on the Broadwater:
Free Wi-Fi:
High-speed internet throughout public areas and guest apartments.
Outdoor heated pool:
28 °C pool with Broadwater views, open year-round.
Sauna:
Dry-heat sauna beside the pool, available to all guests.
Gym:
Treadmills and free weights in a garden-facing fitness room.
Table tennis room:
Indoor table tennis setup, perfect for solo practice or meeting other guests.
Picnic area:
Shaded picnic tables in the garden next to the waterfront.
Garden:
Landscaped outdoor garden with seating benches.
Private parking:
On-site self-parking at no extra charge.
Paid or on request with possible fees:
Spa:
Massage and body treatments available; contact the front desk to book.
Shuttle service:
Local shuttle to Surfers Paradise and Southport; advance booking required.
Airport pick-up:
Roundtrip transfers from Gold Coast Airport; additional fee applies.
Airport drop-off:
Drop-off service to Gold Coast Airport; book with reception.
Accessibility at Crystal Bay on the Broadwater:
All public areas are step-free. Elevators reach every floor. A pool ramp provides easy access to the pool deck.
Make the Most of Your Stay
- Morning waterfront stroll: Head to Len Fox Park at dawn for a quiet art-lined pathway and Broadwater views.
- Off-peak pool session: Swim laps or relax in the heated pool late afternoon to avoid peak times.
- Spa reservation: Book your spa treatment on arrival to secure your preferred time slot.
Reviews of Crystal Bay on the Broadwater
Cassie
Penthouse apartment is NOT luxurious, paying for Penthouse apartment to only find the maintenance of this place is below average, dust on everything, stains on curtains, lounge and most of furniture, spa bath that the penthouse comes with broke when using it, was not fixed whilst in our stay here. Light switches didn't work, remotes for all TVs needed new batteries, this apartment is quite run dow...
Natasha Aldridge
Excellent clean 2 bedroom apartment!!! Fantastic pool and spa area !!! We will book again definitely Great place for families.
Megan Muir
The staff were lovely and the location was great. But the room was really dirty. Made the mistake of opening the bathroom drawers. Everything needs a good thorough clean.
Dean Steward
Pretty nice stay. Roomy, great location and place was fairly neat and tidy. It’s just a shame you don’t get an option to get new towels if you do want them. Would stay again
Luljeta E
went for the gold coast marathon, the location was really good and so was the services. i didn’t interact much with the workers but they were all very lovely. the gym was good and had most of the equipment i use. the room was pretty good, however it was a little dirty when we came in, there was past visitors things on top of the fridge that looked quite gross. the master bedroom was good except fo...
Map of Crystal Bay on the Broadwater
Address: 182 Marine Parade, Labrador QLD 4215, Australia
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How to get to Crystal Bay on the Broadwater:
From Gold Coast Airport, take a taxi or Translink bus (approx. 40 min) to Marine Parade. The hotel offers a paid airport shuttle; contact the property to schedule.
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