Gold Coast International Hotel Gold Coast in Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia

General Description:	The hotel is situated in the heart of surfers paradise, just 30 km (a 25-minute drive) from gold coast domestic airport and 90 km (a 1-hour drive) from brisbane international airport. The accommodation enjoys an ideal location within effortless walking distance of shopping, restaurants, nightlife, theme parks, and nature and wildlife reserves.The hotel, affectionately known as the gci hotel, is at the very heart of queensland's terrific gold coast. Whether it is a sentimental getaway for two, a family holiday or a corporate conference, the hotel and its premium facilities leaves every guest spoilt for choice. It offers 296 rooms in total banquet across 22 floors, as well as air conditioning, a lobby, 24-hour reception, hotel safe, currency exchange facility, bar, eatery, conference facilities, internet access/wlan (subject to fees), and a laundry service. Parking facilities are obtainable to guests arriving by car.This property offers first-rate facilities and services in a relaxed environment, with an appealing pool area. The nearest halah eatery is on the gold coast highway - maharani malaysian seafood restaurant. The nearest mosque is situated in arundel gold coast mosque. It is a 15 km bus ride north of surfers paradise, gold coast. hotel has a 'no schoolies policy', any guests approaching for this event can be refused entry nh1008a modern tower, one block back from the beach.A broad lobby, with reception and a shopping arcade located on the left as you enter. Lifts to guest rooms are located on the right-hand side of the lobby. Some seating obtainable in the lobby, and reception can assist with booking tours and transfers.
Hotel Overview:	* elevator * currency exchange * air conditioning * concierge * fax/photocopy lounge clinical on rq * 24hrs reception & assistant manager * in-house security * wireless, broadband and dial up internet access * turn down service * daily maid service * inter-connecting rooms * bath & shower in-room safe minibar remote control television in-room pay movies * sony playstation (on request and charges apply) * tea and coffee making facilities * hairdryer and bathroom amenities iron and ironing board voicemail direct dial phone radio with alarm via the television * complimentary austar channels including nickelodeon, discovery Channel, sky news, espn, fox sports 1 and fox sports 2
Attractions:	At the gci you can relax in comfort of your surroundings or, with a world of adventure at your door, you can explore everything the gold coast has to offer. Our 24 hour tour desk team can arrange anything from revitalising massages and tasty dining options to jetski safaris through some of australias largest protected waterways. At the gci its all feasible and its all here waiting for you!
Cancellation Policy:	Valid for 01apr08-22oct08, 27oct08-25dec08, 12jan09-31mar09: - a 1 night cancellation fee will be charged for bookings cancelled within 48 hours of arrival or in the event of a no-show. Valid for 23oct08-26oct08: - no cancellation fee is charged if the booking is cancelled more than 28 days prior to travel. - a 1 night cancellation fee will be charged for bookings cancelled within 22-28 days prior to arrival. - no refund if cancelled 21 days or less prior to travel or in the event of a no-show. Valid for 26dec08-11jan09: - a 1 night cancellation fee will be charged for bookings cancelled 7 days or less prior to arrival. - no refund if cancelled within 48 hours of arrival or in the event of a no-show. Valid for 01apr09-21oct09, 26oct09-20nov09, 14dec09-25dec09, 11jan10-31mar10: - a 1 night cancellation fee will be charged for bookings cancelled within 48 hours of arrival or in the event of a no-show. Valid for 21nov09-13dec09, 26dec09-10jan10: - a 1 night cancellation fee will be charged for bookings cancelled 7 days or less prior to arrival. - no refund if cancelled within 48 hours of arrival or in the event of a no-show. Valid for 22oct09-25oct09: - a 1 night cancellation fee will be charged for bookings cancelled within 83 days previous to arrival. - no refund if cancelled 52 days or less previous to travel or in the event of a no-show.
Car Parking:	Complimentary undercover car parking is available for all in house guests with valet parking obtainable for $10.00 per day.
Checkin Policy:	1400 hours (2:00pm) Should your reserved room become obtainable prior to 2:00 pm, we would be chuffed to allow you punctual access to your room. Whilst every attempt is made to offer an punctual check in, this cannot be guaranteed. On check-in, photo identification and a method of payment will be prerequisite to cover any incidental charges. This may be in the form of a cash bond or a credit card pre-authorisation. Check-out time 1000 hours (10:00am)
Checkin Time:	From 2.00pm Photo id & a cash bond or credit card is required to cover incidental charges.
Checkout Time:	Prior to 10.00 am
Child Policy:	Our spacious accommodation rooms can sleep a greatest of 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children. Children 16 years and under stay free of charge if using existing bedding. The bedding configuration is subject to availability. If a rollaway bed is required an additional $40.00 per night is applicable. A charge of $40.00 per person, room only per night is also applicable for a 3rd adult staying in the room even if using existing bedding. There is however a greatest of 1 rollaway per room.
Dining:	3.
Location:	Surfers paradise
Location Description:	Distance to beach - 50m distance to cbd city centre - 500m distance to gold coast airport - 30km, approximate time by taxi - 25 minutes. Distance to brisbane international airport - 90km approximate time by taxi - 1 hour
Rooms:	Mountain river room - our mountain river view rooms highlight breathtaking views either during the day or in the evening. The mountain river view panoramas can be admired from your very own private balcony and in the evening, the sparkling lights of surfers paradise can be enjoyed. The rooms are configured with one queen bed, two double beds or two queen beds (bedding configuration is on invite and is not skilful to be guaranteed until check in). The rates are based on 2 people in the room. A charge of $40.00 per person, per night, room only applies for a 3rd adult staying in the room even when using existing bedding. Children 16 and under are free of charge if using existing bedding and sharing with a parent or guardian. Ocean view room - ocean view rooms offer brilliant views of the renowned gold coast’s white sandy beaches and sparkling blue waters. You can enjoy the fresh ocean breezes and balmy, sub-tropical warmth from your own private balcony. These spacious hotel style rooms face north east and possess stunning ocean views from their own private balconies. The rooms are configured with single queen bed, two double beds or two queen beds (bedding configuration is on invite and is not skilful to be guaranteed until check in). The rates are based on 2 people in the room. A charge of $40.00 per person per night applies for a 3rd adult staying in the room even when using existing bedding. Children 16 and under are free of charge if using existing bedding and sharing with a parent or guardian. Executive spa suite - a true romantic experience wouldn't be complete without staying in single of our executive ocean spa suites. Featuring a separate lounge area and a big spa that highlights view of the ocean, this is single room not to be overlooked. All suites possess a private balcony overlooking the beautiful coastal beaches during the day, and sparkling lights of surfers paradise in the evening. It's an experience. It's really memorable. It's the gci! Each suite features either single king bed or two double beds with rates based on 2 adults in each room. (bedding configuration is on invite and is not skilful to be guaranteed until check in). A charge of $40.00 per person per night applies for a 3rd adult staying in the room even when using existing bedding. Children 16 and under are free of charge if using existing bedding and sharing with a parent or guardian. Mountain river room bb - our mountain river view rooms highlight breathtaking views either during the day or in the evening. The mountain river view panoramas can be admired from your very own private balcony and in the evening, the sparkling lights of surfers paradise can be enjoyed. The rooms are configured with single queen bed, two double beds or two queen beds (bedding configuration is on invite and is not skilful to be guaranteed until check in). The rates are based on 2 people in the room. A charge of $60.00 per person per night applies for a 3rd adult staying in the room even when using existing bedding. Accommodation for children 16 and under is free of charge if using existing bedding and sharing with a parent or guardian. Children’s breakfast is charged directly at the restaurant. Ocean view room bb - ocean view rooms offer brilliant views of the renowned gold coast’s white sandy beaches and sparkling blue waters. You can enjoy the fresh ocean breezes and balmy, sub-tropical warmth from your own private balcony. These spacious hotel style rooms face north east and possess stunning ocean views from their own private balconies. The rooms are configured with single queen bed, two double beds or two queen beds (bedding configuration is on invite and is not skilful to be guaranteed until check in). The rates are based on 2 people in the room. A charge of $60.00 per person per night applies for a 3rd adult staying in the room even when using existing bedding. Accommodation for children 16 and under is free of charge if using existing bedding and sharing with a parent or guardian. Children’s breakfast is charged directly at the restaurant. Executive spa suite bb - a true romantic experience wouldn't be complete without staying in single of our executive ocean spa suites. Featuring a separate lounge area and a big spa that highlights view of the ocean, this is single room not to be overlooked. All suites possess a private balcony overlooking the beautiful coastal beaches during the day, and sparkling lights of surfers paradise in the evening. It's an experience. It's really memorable. It's the gci! Each suite features either single king bed or two double beds with rates based on 2 adults in each room. (bedding configuration is on invite and is not skilful to be guaranteed until check in). A charge of $60.00 per person per night applies for a 3rd adult staying in the room even when using existing bedding. Accommodation for children 16 and under is free of charge if using existing bedding and sharing with a parent or guardian. Children’s breakfast is charged directly at the restaurant. World's of fun package - you’ve never had a holiday like this before…enjoy entry to your perfect of australia’s favourite theme parks. Experience all the wonders of sea world or escape into the movie world or soak up the fun of wet ‘n’ wild water world. The rooms are configured with single queen bed, two double beds or two queen beds (bedding configuration is on invite and is not skilful to be guaranteed until check in). The rates are based on 2 people in the room. A charge of $92.00 per person, per night, room only applies for a 3rd adult staying in the room even when using existing bedding. Childrens tickets can be purchased directly from the hotel. Gci great escape package - take advantage of our extra exclusive theme park great escape deal at the gold coast international! Get two days of admission to your perfect of two worlds. Experience all the wonders of sea world or escape into the movie world or soak up the fun of wet ‘n’ wild water world. The rooms are configured with single queen bed, two double beds or two queen beds (bedding configuration is on invite and is not skilful to be guaranteed until check in). The rates are based on 2 people in the room. A charge of $69.00 per person, per night, room only applies for a 3rd adult staying in the room even when using existing bedding. Childrens tickets can be purchased directly from the hotel.
Transportation:	-from brisbane international airport to hotel ? Follow signs to the gold coast, heading south, which Merges with gateway arterial road. This merges with the South east freeway, which becomes the pacific highway. Continue south on pacific highway, a further 45km, to smith street exit. Follow smith street for 13km, turn Right at the gold coast highway, heading south, pass over The southport bridge, turn right on staghorn avenue, Where the hotel is located. It takes approximately 1 hour. From coolangatta international airport to hotel - Turn left onto the gold coast highway, heading north to surfers Paradise. Continue for 28km, turn right on staghorn avenue, where Hotel is located. It takes approximately 25 minutes.
General Facilities:	Gym, laundry service, safe, sauna, focal location, conference room, 24h. Reception, bar-s, car park, heated pool, money exchange, number of floors (main building), outdoor pool, public internet, reception district, eatery -s, room service, steam bath, tennis, total number of rooms, wlan access purpose, baby sitting, beauty parlour, business centre, car parking (payable to hotel, if applicable), coach parking, disabled facilities, punctual check-in, gymnasium, laundry facilities, lifts, lobby, porterage, shop
Room Facilities:	Air-conditioning, balcony, colour television, ensuite (private bathroom), guest laundry, hairdryer, iron / ironing board, laundry service, minibar, modem / data port connection, non smoking rooms, pay tv, pay-per-view movies, radio, refrigerator, room service, safe deposit box, safe in room, tea / coffee making facilities, telephone, valet service, voicemail, cd player, shaver in bathroom, spa