• Apartments
  • Kitchen
  • City view
  • Garden
  • Swimming Pool
  • Washing machine
  • Free WiFi
  • Balcony
  • Free parking
  • Bath
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Just a 5-minute walk from the various shops, cafes and restaurants along Tedder Avenue, Contessa Holiday Apartments boasts an outdoor pool, tennis court and accommodation with a private balcony and its own marina facilities. Your self-contained apartment features a fully equipped kitchen and laundry as well as free WiFi. The spacious lounge area has cable TV and a DVD player. Some apartments have lovely ocean views. Contessa is set in 2 acres of landscaped gardens on the Nerang River and features a sauna, an outdoor spa, as well as a large indoor heated pool and spa. Guests can maintain their workout in the fitness centre. Surfers Paradise is a 5 minute drive away and the Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre is a 10-minute drive. Wet'n'Wild Water World is 20 minutes’ drive away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

Free parking available on-site

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Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
2 single beds
Bedroom 2:
1 large double bed
Bedroom 1:
2 single beds
Bedroom 2:
1 large double bed
Bedroom 1:
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2:
2 single beds
Bedroom 3:
1 large double bed
Bedroom 1:
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2:
2 single beds
Bedroom 3:
1 large double bed
Bedroom 1:
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2:
1 large double bed
Bedroom 3:
2 single beds
Bedroom 1:
1 double bed
Bedroom 2:
1 large double bed
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.8
Facilities
8.8
Cleanliness
8.8
Comfort
8.5
Value for money
8.5
Location
9.3
Free WiFi
8.5
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Belinda
    Australia Australia
    Ladies at reception were very lovely. The car park underneath was great and good sized spots. The apartment was spacious and very clean. The kitchen and bathrooms were a little dated but very tidy. The very from our balcony had a bit of every...
  • Dee
    Australia Australia
    large and well appointed apartment overlooking the pool
  • Harris
    Australia Australia
    Great location and the property and unit overall was great.

Host Information

8.8
8.8
Host review score
Host review score

This magnificent Boutique Gold Coast resort has it all! With only 6 x 2 Bedrooms and 7 x 3 bedroom apartments available for holiday stays - be in quick to book as availability is sometimes an issue for holiday makers. Contessa is ideally located next to the broad, white beaches and the blue Pacific Ocean on Gold Coast’s Main Beach. It is only a short stroll to cosmopolitan Tedder Avenue, with its world class restaurants offering superb cuisines, alfresco dining and nightly entertainment; and exciting central Surfers Paradise is just a few minutes to the south. Relax in your own self contained apartment and soak up the ocean views and refreshing sea air. Contessa is set in a relaxing two acres of beautifully manicured, landscaped gardens; with a huge outdoor pool and spa; full-size tennis court; large indoor heated pool and spa; gymnasium; and sauna. For the boating enthusiast Contessa boasts its very own marina on the Nerang River.
Contessa Holiday Apartments has a tranquil riverside location only minutes from the safe patrolled Main Beach. Just north of Surfers Paradise, Contessa is centrally located to all the Gold Coast has to offer. Within a short stroll from Contessa is the quaint Tedder Avenue precinct where you will find designer boutiques, shops, cafes, restaurants and more.
Language spoken: English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Contessa Holiday Apartments
Great facilities! Review score, 8.8

Most popular facilities
  • 2 swimming pools
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Fitness centre
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Tennis court
  • Lift
Parking
Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Parking garage
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Stovetop
  • Tumble dryer
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Dressing room
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Additional toilet
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Bath
  • Shower
Living Area
  • Seating Area
Media & Technology
  • DVD player
  • TV
Room Amenities
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Balcony
  • Garden
2 swimming pools
Pool 1 - indoor
  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
Pool 2 - outdoor
  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
Wellness
  • Fitness
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Fitness centre
  • Sauna
Food & Drink
  • Vending machine (snacks)
  • Vending machine (drinks)
Activities
  • Tennis equipment
    Additional charge
  • Tennis court
Outdoor & View
  • Pool view
Building characteristics
  • Private apartment in building
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
  • Luggage storage
Cleaning services
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
Business facilities
  • Fax/photocopying
Miscellaneous
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Lift
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key card access
  • Key access
Languages spoken
  • English

House rules

Contessa Holiday Apartments takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 14:00 to 17:00

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.

Check-out

From 08:00 to 10:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Refundable damage deposit

A damage deposit of AUD 200 is required on arrival. That's about GBP 103. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 14 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 3 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 1 year
Extra bed upon request
AUD 35 per child, per night
Cot upon request
AUD 15 per child, per night
2+ years
Extra bed upon request
AUD 35 per person, per night

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

Mastercard Visa JCB American Express Cash is not accepted Contessa Holiday Apartments accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Quiet hours

Guests must be quiet between 10:00 and 06:00.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note that a 2.25% surcharge applies for payments with American Express credit cards.

Please note that the minimum charge for cot hire is AUD $10 per day, for a minimum of 3 nights.

You must show a valid photo ID and credit card upon check in. This ID and credit card must be in the same name as the guest's name on the booking confirmation.

Please note that this property does not have any policies, procedures or resources in place to accommodate the unique needs of school graduates during the annual "Schoolies Week" period. It does not have adequate resources to engage qualified security personnel to guarantee the safety, comfort and convenience of school graduate guests during this period.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Contessa Holiday Apartments in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

Quiet hours are between 10:00:00 and 06:00:00.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service operating hours.

A damage deposit of AUD 200 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 14 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

FAQs about Contessa Holiday Apartments

  • Contessa Holiday Apartments is 2.9 miles from the centre of Gold Coast. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The prices at Contessa Holiday Apartments may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • Yes, there is a hot tub. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Contessa Holiday Apartments on this page.

  • You can choose from a number of accommodation options at Contessa Holiday Apartments (subject to availability). These have:

    • 1 bedroom
    • 2 bedrooms
    • 3 bedrooms

    For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • Yes, there are options at this property that have a balcony. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Contessa Holiday Apartments on this page.

  • You can choose from a number of accommodation options at Contessa Holiday Apartments (subject to availability). These can accommodate:

    • 2 guests
    • 4 guests
    • 6 guests

    For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • The nearest beach is just 350 yards from Contessa Holiday Apartments. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Yes, Contessa Holiday Apartments is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Contessa Holiday Apartments offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Spa and wellness centre
    • Fitness centre
    • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
    • Sauna
    • Tennis court
    • Swimming Pool
    • Tennis equipment
    • Fitness

  • Check-in at Contessa Holiday Apartments is from 14:00, and check-out is until 10:00.