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Palazzo Versace vs Chateau Beachside

Both Palazzo Versace and Chateau Beachside are rated highly by reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Palazzo Versace ranks significantly better than Chateau Beachside. Palazzo Versace comes in at #1 in Gold Coast with recommendations from 5 publications including The Telegraph, Oyster and Lonely Planet.

Palazzo Versace
Palazzo Versace
8 / 10
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
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Fodor's Fodor's
"The famous Italian fashion house lent its flair to this expansive, opulent waterfront hotel—the first of its kind in the world." Full review
The Telegraph The Telegraph
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
Oyster Oyster
Luxury
"An exclusive five-pearl property with a Versace boutique, a private marina, and close access to Surfers Paradise." Full review
Afar Magazine Afar Magazine
"Luxury and opulence define Donatella Versace’s fashion sense." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"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
Chateau Beachside
Chateau Beachside
7 / 10
Corner The Esplanade And Elkhorn Avenue, Surfers Paradise, Queensland 4217
From $59 /night
  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Laundry Service
  • Laundy Room
  • Pool
  • Fitness Center
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Oyster Oyster
Mid-Range
"One of the longest operating hotels in Surfers Paradise, Chateau Beachside is a mid-range, low-key property right across the street from the beach." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Less Loire Valley, more Las Vegas, this seaside ‘chateau’ (actually an 18-storey tower) has studios and apartments that are individually furnished, and all but the very cheapest have ocean views." Full review