The Surfers Paradise Marriott Resort is the epitome of five-star elegance unrivalled on the Gold Coast. Inside, honey-coloured sandstone, decorative iron balustrading and solid timber feature throughout. Tranquil resting places, open welcoming spaces and the gentle back and forth sweeping of overhead punkah fans. Every attention has been paid to finishings and appointments.

Among the highlights of the Marriott is the diversity of the dining experiences. Californian inspired cuisine at the Lagoon Restaurant, entertaining and traditional Teppanyaki cooking at Benihana Japanese Steak House and casual dining, light meals and cocktails in the Lobby Lounge Bar.

• It's a friendly, professional style of service at the Marriott, with flexibility being the key. Every Marriott guest is enchanted by panoramic views over the Pacific Ocean, the Nerang River or the misty green Hinterland.

• All rooms and suites provide a superior level of comfort, privacy and security with a level of accommodation to suit any particular request. Outside, over 2.5 acres of blue lagoons, man-made coral reef, tropical fish and private sandy beaches. Brilliant flowering tropical gardens, snorkelling, scuba diving, waterslide action, tennis and Spa and Health Club to relax and revitalise.

• Each room features mini bar, individually controlled heating/air conditioning, remote control colour television, radio, video player, in-room guest safe, separate bath and shower, bathrobes, hair dryer, iron and ironing board, walk-in wardrobes, in-room movies, sky channel and guest message service.

• Hotel facilities include 726 square metre ballroom, 7 meeting rooms plus boardroom, 1,000 square metre pre-function space and outdoor function areas, lobby lounge bar, Benihana Japanese Steak House, Lagoon Restaurant, 2 tennis courts, spa and health club, beauty and hair salon, kids club, gift and opal shops and a lagoon with tropical fish.

• To extend your comfort the hotel offers a selection of services consisting of activities director, twice daily maid service, 24 hour room service, baby-sitting, concierge and tour desk, in-house security, valet or self parking, limousine hire, hotel shuttle service to nearby attraction, 24 hour medical service on call and business centre with fax and secretarial services.