Welcome to the Gold Coast International Hotel affectionately known as the GCI Hotel in the very heart of Surfers Paradise. Ideally situated within easy walking distance of shopping restaurants and nightlife and within only minute's drive to world-class golf courses theme parks nature and wildlife reserves your options are endless. Whether it's a romantic getaway for two a family vacation or a corporate conference the GCI Hotel and its premium facilities leaves every guest spoilt for choice. The GCI is situated at 7 Staghorn Avenue only a couple of hundred metres north of Cavill Avenue and a 50 metre stroll to the sparkling waters and white sandy beaches of Surfers Paradise. The Gold Coast Airport is located 30 km (approx 25 minutes drive) South of the GCI and the Brisbane International and Domestic Airport is 90 km (approx 1 hour drive) to the North.At the GCI you can relax in the comfort of your surroundings or with a world of adventure at your door you can explore everything the Gold Coast has to offer. Our Tour Desk team can arrange anything from revitalizing massages to jet ski safaris through some of Australia's largest protected waterways. At the GCI it's all possible and it's all here waiting for you!There's our sumptuous Seafood Buffet at the Patio Restaurant winner of the Peoples Choice Gold Coast Best Buffet 2005. The contemporary cuisine and signature 'Hot Rock' dishes as an a la carte option complemented by an extensive wine list with bring out the gourmet in every diner. For the very best Teppanyaki and the Coast's freshest sushi and sashimi go no further than our famous Yamagen Restaurant renowned as the Gold Coast's best Japanese restaurant and awarded best Teppanyaki Chef in 2004 and 2005. Catch up with old friends and new at our popular Lava Bar for drinks and delectable snacks or relax in your room with our 24 hour in-room dining. Whatever your taste you'll always find something to tempt you at the Gold Coast International.The hotel offers 296 well appointed rooms with their own private balconies. The Mountain River View Rooms present a panoramic view of the Gold Coast hinterland and Nerang River. The Ocean View rooms offer amazing views of the famous white sandy beaches and sparkling blue waters of the Pacific Ocean. For a truly romantic experience our Executive Ocean Spa Suites feature a separate bedroom lounge room and large round spa bath in the bathroom. Rooms are configured to have either one Queen Bed or Two double or Two Queen Beds. The Executive Spa Suite have either one King bed or Two double beds. The hotel is not in a position to guarantee bedding configuration however we will endeavour to meet all guest requests. Maximum occupancy is 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children. Children 16 years and under stay free when sharing existing bedding. Additional charges apply for extra adult andor extra bedding.no balconies on 22nd floorRoom Facilites include:-Air Conditioning SystemBalconyEnsuiteColor Flat Screen TelevisionIn Room SafeIron and Ironing BoardMinibarTea and Coffee making facilitiesBroadband connection (charges apply)Telephone and alarm clock Hairdryer The GCI offers a fully equipped 24 hour business centre with access to broadband internet printing and photocopying facilities. Undercover car parking is available for all in house guests at a charge of $8.00 with valet parking available for $15.00 per day. The GCI's outdoor heated pool spa and seasonal swim up bar is a must for anyone wishing for a relaxing breakaway.Other hotel facilities include:Cocktail Lounge and BarHeated Outdoor Pool GymnasiumCurrency Exchange CounterDay SpaGuest laundryWheel Chair access for the handicapped and the sickThe GCI houses 16 diverse function rooms and with our exceptional attention to detail we can tailor solutions to your specific needs. From conferences meetings trade exhibitions and incentives for up to 750 delegates our wealth of experience and local expertise ensures the success of your event at our superb Gold Coast location.