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About Resort

40 42 Tarcoola Crescent, Chevron Island, Surfers Paradise, Australia, 4217

“I loved the serene atmosphere and fine views all around.”view full review

Karana Palms Resort, a Mediterranean-style 3.5-star hotel, features self-contained apartments ideal for couples and small families seeking a peaceful getaway. The resort offers amenities such as an outdoor swimming pool, barbecue facilities, and free WiFi, all located within a lush tropical setting.

Rooms & Amenities

The apartments at Karana Palms Resort are fully self-contained, featuring modern kitchens, laundry facilities, air conditioning, and spacious balconies or courtyards. Each one-bedroom unit accommodates up to four guests with a queen-sized bed and a double sofa bed.

Dining & Local Options

Dining options include nearby international restaurants, cafes, and bars in Surfers Paradise, within walking distance from the resort. Guests can also utilize the barbecue facilities for casual outdoor meals in the tropical settings.

Leisure & Activities

Karana Palms Resort features an outdoor swimming pool ideal for relaxation, along with a tour desk to assist guests in planning their Gold Coast activities. The resort is also close to the popular Surfers Paradise Beach, known for its sweeping golden sands.

Location & Transportation

The hotel is situated on Chevron Island, providing access to local shops, dining, and entertainment options. Public transport, including bus services, facilitates travel to nearby attractions like Sea World and Pacific Fair Shopping Centre.

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Getting around

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City Centre

Surfers Paradise500 m

Airports

Gold Coast (OOL) 28.8 km

Brisbane (BNE) 86.9 km

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Perfectly Equipped Apartment

“My resort apartment was perfect for our needs during our 9-day stay. It featured a washing machine and dryer, body wash, shampoo and conditioner, and towels. The kitchen was fully equipped with all the necessary utensils, crockery, tea, coffee, and sugar, which made cooking easy. I particularly enjoyed the balcony that overlooked the pool area, making it a great spot to relax!” view full review

Well-Stocked Essentials

“I was pleasantly surprised by the quality of the bathroom provisions. Having body wash, shampoo, and conditioner readily available made my stay so convenient. It provided that extra touch of comfort that often makes a big difference during a getaway!” view full review

Comfort and Privacy

“The bedroom in the apartment was comfortable and clean. Though the overhead fan was inoperable, the overall comfort level was still satisfactory, allowing for restful nights. I appreciated the great privacy provided by the shutters on the patio, making the experience even more enjoyable.” view full review

Good Internet Access

“Having good internet strength was essential for my stay, especially since I was there for two weeks. I found the Wi-Fi connection to be reliable, particularly in the kitchen area, which allowed me to stay connected while enjoying my downtime at the resort.” view full review

General

Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Front desk

Services

Laundry
Tours/Ticket assistance

Spa & Leisure

Outdoor swimming pool
Garden area
Barbeque grills

Location

40 42 Tarcoola Crescent, Chevron Island, Surfers Paradise, Australia, 4217

Map view

40 42 Tarcoola Crescent, Chevron Island, Surfers Paradise, Australia, 4217

City landmarks

Landmark

SkyPoint Observation Deck

2.4 km

Gallery

The Arts Centre Gold Coast

780 m

Museum

Ripley's Believe It Or Not Surfers Paradise

2.0 km

Museum

The Wax Museum

1.5 km

Landmark

Infinity Attraction

1.6 km

Mall

Cavill Mall

2.1 km

Landmark

Craft markets

2.1 km

Shopping Area

Paradise Centre

680 m

Mall

Soul Boardwalk

690 m

Market

Surfers Paradise Beachfront Markets

2.1 km

Church

St Vincent's Catholic Church

960 m

Beach

Surfers Paradise

320 m

Park

Evandale Park

670 m

Landmark

Paradise Resort Gold Coast

740 m

Landmark

Timezone Surfers Paradise

2.0 km

Theme Park

Sling Shot & Vomatron Amusement Rides Gold Coast

1.8 km

Mall

Chevron Renaissance Shopping Centre

1.7 km

Landmark

Jet Boat Extreme

1.5 km

Beach

Surfers Paradise Beach

2.2 km

Landmark

Crazy Cat Cafe

1.8 km

Landmark

Surfers Paradise Sign

2.1 km

Theme Park

iFLY Gold Coast

2.2 km

Nearby

Beach

Budds Beach

980 m

Store

Coles Surfers Paradise

350 m

3177 Surfers Paradise Boulevard

Dracula's Haunted House

480 m

219 Stanhill Dr

Green Bridge- Pedestrian access

330 m

Night club

SinCity Nightclub

550 m

Store

Woolworths

600 m

10 Ferny Ave

Appel Park

660 m

52 Peninsular Dr

Lionel Perry Park

370 m

Restaurants

Betty's Burgers & Concrete Co

1.6 km

3240 Surfers Paradise Bvd 12-14 Chevron Renaissance Shopping Centre

Little Mynx Cafe

520 m

64 Ferny Ave

Clock Hotel Bistro and Bar

550 m

3282 Surfers Paradise Bvd

Waxy's Irish Pub

800 m

3206 Surfers Paradise Blvd

Zambrero

670 m

3240 Surfers Paradise Boulevard Shop G7

Domino's Pizza

770 m

3184 Surfers Paradise Boulevard Tenancy 37 Circle On Cavill

Dumpling Noodle on Cavill

750 m

Circle on Cavil

Poke California Surfers Paradise

760 m

T 26 9 Ferny Ave

Gloria Jean's Coffees Elkhorn Avenue

530 m

Cnr Gold Coast Highway & Elkhorne Avenue

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

Joseph

United States, February 2025

5.6/10

I had a pleasant stay at Karana Palms Resort, enjoying the beautiful views and convenient location. However, I found my room could have been cleaner, and the heat was challenging at times. Overall, it offered a good mix of comfort and accessibility. 🌅

Rooms

6.0

The room had everything I needed when I arrived; they really thought of everything. However, it wasn't appropriately clean.

Service

9.0

The staff provided awesome service and were super polite, making my stay more enjoyable.

Location

8.0

The resort is in a nice, quiet area with beautiful views, close to everything I wanted to explore.

Dining

5.0

Breakfast options were limited, and I mostly had corn flakes.

Facilities

7.0

The resort offered useful facilities like laundry and tours/ticket assistance.

Perry

United States, December 2024

7.2/10

I had a wonderful time at Karana Palms Resort. The location was perfect, providing beautiful views and a nice quiet area, while still being close to everything I wanted to explore. However, the room cleanliness could have been better, which slightly affected my experience.

Rooms

6.0

The rooms were well-equipped and had everything I needed upon arrival, though they weren't appropriately clean.

Service

8.0

The staff were super polite and the service was awesome throughout my stay.

Location

9.0

I loved the location; it was in a nice quiet area with beautiful views, yet close to everything I wanted to do.

Dining

7.0

I really enjoyed the Tuscan cheese they offered; it was a nice touch.

Facilities

8.0

The resort had great facilities like laundry and assistance with tours and tickets, which I really appreciated.

Judith

United States, December 2024

5.0/10

I had a great time at Karana Palms Resort, with beautiful views that really enhanced my stay. The location was fantastic, nestled in a nice quiet area. However, the cleanliness of the room left something to be desired, which was disappointing.

Rooms

6.0

The room had everything I needed when I arrived. though it wasn't as clean as I had hoped.

Service

9.0

The staff were super polite and really did their jobs well, which made my experience much more enjoyable.

Location

9.0

The location was perfect, offering beautiful views and situated in a super convenient spot.

Dining

8.0

I enjoyed indulging in the home-made desserts available at the resort.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities included helpful services like laundry and tours/ticket assistance.

Chris

United States, December 2024

6.4/10

My stay at Karana Palms Resort was enjoyable, thanks to the beautiful views and the super convenient location. The service was also fantastic, with staff members who were super polite and really made me feel welcome. However, the heat was quite intense during my visit, which made the warm rooms a bit tough to handle at times.

Rooms

6.0

The room was so hot, which made it uncomfortable at times. However, it had everything I needed upon arrival; they really thought of everything.

Service

8.0

The staff were awesome and super polite, always ready to help with anything I needed.

Location

9.0

The resort is in a nice quiet area with beautiful views and a super convenient location to explore the surroundings.

Dining

7.0

I enjoyed some authentic dishes during my stay, which added to the overall experience.

Facilities

7.0

The resort offered facilities like laundry and tours/ticket assistance, which were very helpful.

James

United States, November 2024

5.8/10

I had a pleasant stay at Karana Palms Resort, enjoying the beautiful views and the convenience of the location. However, I found the room cleanliness to be lacking after my arrival, which was disappointing.

Rooms

6.0

The room had everything I needed when I arrived, but it weren't appropriately clean.

Service

8.0

The staff was super polite and really helped make my stay enjoyable. The service was awesome overall.

Location

9.0

The resort is in a nice quiet area with beautiful views and really close to everything I wanted to visit.

Dining

7.0

The appetizers I tried were delicious, adding a nice touch to my dining experience.