Romance isn’t just a one-day affair at The Star Gold Coast.
Romance isn’t just a one-day affair at The Star Gold Coast.
Is it just us or can you feel love is in the air? February is here and The Star Gold Coast is giving Cupid a serious workout by hosting not just Valentine’s Day celebrations but an entire Month of Love! From indulgent dining and dreamy escapes to a singles party and self-care spa dates, get ready to fall head over heels for a love-filled February.
They say the way to the heart is through the stomach, and we couldn’t agree more! The Star shares this sentiment and all month long its signature restaurants are serving up love on a plate.
For those celebrating on the big day, February 14 brings exclusive menu specials to make your Valentine’s feast extra delicious. Nineteen at The Star invites lovebirds to a rooftop rendezvous featuring a decadent set menu priced at $160 per person, with two seatings available. Star dishes include Scallop Ceviche with Virgin Olive Oil, Toasted Macadamia and Chicory, as well as the Fillet Steak with Roast Shallot, Sautéed Mushroom, Black Garlic, and Bordelaise Sauce.
For those craving Italian indulgence, Cucina Vivo is presenting a share-style feast all February with highlights like an Angus Scotch Fillet, grain-fed for 200 days, served with rocket and parmesan salad and aged balsamic. The grand finale? A dreamy Crema Bruciata, complete with vanilla bean Crème Brûlée, biscotti, and raspberries.
Or woo your boo at Garden Kitchen & Bar with a flirty ‘Amor Amor’ Rhubarb Margarita and a decadent Shared Chilled Seafood Entrée for two.
If dessert is your love language, Cucina Vivo and Garden Kitchen & Bar have created special Valentine’s Day treats for you. Choose between Cucina Vivo’s Italian berry Tiramisu with fresh raspberries, savoiardi, white chocolate and candied pistachio, or Garden Kitchen & Bar’s Dark Chocolate and Red Fruit Fondant with Berry Sorbet and Textures of Berries. Can’t get there on the day? Kiyomi’s Matcha Fondant with Coffee Soil and Vanilla Ice Cream can be devoured anytime this February. A matcha made in heaven!
If ever there was a way to impress your significant other, the Penthouse Private Dining Package is sure to win them over. Escape to the luxurious Level 21 Penthouse of The Star Grand, where lovebirds will be greeted with premium amenities and a chilled bottle of bubbles upon arrival.
The magic continues with a candlelit private dinner for two set under twinkling fairy lights. A three-course share-style feast awaits, with a decadent menu featuring Kaviari Caviar, Coffin Bay Pacific Oysters, Queensland king prawns, Australian Bay Bugs, Stockyard Wagyu Chateaubriand and much more, perfectly paired with fine wines and a special visit from the chef.
Wake up to a champagne breakfast, enjoy a late checkout, and revel in the VIP treatment with valet parking. Priced at $2,500, this experience is pure indulgence.
The romance doesn’t stop there – say “I do” to The Darling Valentines Package. Check into your King Stella Suite at The Darling, pop some bubbly and unwind in your lavish surroundings. Start your morning with a delightful champagne breakfast served in your room, and with a relaxed 12pm checkout, you can savour every moment. Your dream stay starts at $699 (Sunday – Thursday) and $949 (Friday and Saturday).
Looking for Love? Look no further than the Gold & White Singles Party on Saturday 22nd February. Put on your most dazzling gold and white ensemble and head to The Star’s Event Centre Ballroom for a night of flirtation, fun and fabulous company. This glamorous soirée includes canapés, a three-course set menu, a 4.5-hour beverage package, live entertainment and plenty of opportunities to make sparks fly!
Whether you’re head over heels or flying solo, everyone deserves a little love. Treat yourself or share the experience with someone special at Azure Spa, where indulgent treatments will leave you feeling relaxed, refreshed, and radiating love.
Still searching for the perfect gift? The Star Gift Card lets your loved ones experience the best of The Star Gold Coast, The Star Sydney and The Star Brisbane – from world-class dining to premium retail therapy.
So, whether you’re sipping champagne in a penthouse, clinking glasses with a new flame or treating yourself to a well-deserved spa day, The Star Gold Coast is rolling out the red carpet for romance this February. For more information or to book, click here.
Where: The Star Gold Coast, 1 Casino Drive, Broadbeach
When: Throughout February 2025
Words by Lisette Drew
STORY SPONSORED BY THE STAR GOLD COAST
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Love is a many-splendoured thing, and there are so many delightful ways to show it! A heart-shaped box of chocolates, a dozen roses or some sparkles (aka jewellery) are timeless classics that never fail to make hearts flutter. But if you’re looking to go beyond the usual and create truly magical moments, JW Marriott Gold Coast Resort & Spa is here to help. Think of them as your personal Cupid hotline, ready to make Valentine’s Day unforgettable.
Here are four signature experiences to indulge in together at JW Marriott Gold Coast this Valentine’s Day.
Spa by JW Romance Getaway
Indulge in an all-inclusive stay at the luxury resort in Surfers Paradise, where choosing which splendid on-site restaurant to take your dinner date is the only thing you need to consider. The rest has been handled! The package includes one-night accommodation, a signature Spa by JW, a 60-minute massage for two valued at $440, breakfast for two in the award-winning Citrique restaurant and a bottle of Moët & Chandon. Some would argue that the best part is the 1pm late checkout. We would.
To book, reserve your Spa by JW Romance Getaway here.
‘Adore and Restore’ Package
There are few things better than enjoying peace and serenity alone with your loved one, especially when there’s some pampering involved. The ‘Adore and Restore’ package is a private romantic experience for you and your partner (or you can send someone you love as a gift) at Spa by JW, including signature treatments and keepsakes to cherish. Enjoy 90 minutes for $285 per person or $540 per couple (valued at $395 per person and $790 per couple).
Reservations are available here from 1 February to 28 February 2025.
Citrique Valentine’s Day Dining
Take your V-Day reservation to the next level with Citrique’s Valentine’s Day Five-Course Degustation Dinner designed by Executive Chef Paul Smart and his skilful team. Expect sparkling on arrival, decadent kingfish flower and King George Whiting, slow-roasted duck, pistachio-crusted Wagyu sirloin with truffle orzo, and a decadent red rose aphrodite dessert to finish. A bonus?! This particular seating (for $129 per guest) is on 13 February from 6:00pm (a day before the big day), so you may even beat some crowds! It’s a win-win.
However, if you want to wait till the special night, guests can indulge in a fresh seafood and grill buffet with seatings at 5:30pm and 8:00pm for $149 per guest. Guests will be treated to sparkling wine on arrival, a whole lobster mornay to share per couple and an aphrodisiac oyster station.
For Citrique Valentine’s Day dining reservations, please book here.
Valentine’s Day High Tea by JW
For those who prefer to celebrate by day, why not celebrate with a High Tea?! There’s still plenty of bubbles involved, don’t worry! JW Marriott’s Chapter & Verse Bar and Lounge is here for the love-filled times with a specialty Valentine’s Day High Tea, featuring an array of sweet and savoury delicacies to delight in.
Enjoy two hours of house sparkling wine and mimosas, or for yolo sake, why not upgrade for an additional glass of fancy French champagne? Ooh la la! If you need more reasons to book (not necessary, but we’ll proceed), all guests will receive complimentary self-parking with their booking. That itself is worth its weight in gold. Reservations are available here from 1 February to 28 February 2025 for $79 per guest or upgrade for $89 per guest.
When: Various offers throughout February
Where: 158 Ferny Ave, Surfers Paradise
Words by Chelsea Ipsen
STORY SPONSORED BY JW MARRIOTT GOLD COAST RESORT & SPA
Cupid’s arrows are flying, hearts are fluttering, and QT Gold Coast is ready to play matchmaker this Valentine’s Day with a lineup of romantic escapades that’ll make your heart skip a beat (or your taste buds at the very least).
Whether you’re loved up, in the honeymoon phase, or just here for the champagne and chocolate fountain (#us), QT’s got you covered with swoon-worthy experiences a-plenty.
Bazaar Marketplace
If feasting is your love language, Bazaar Marketplace is the place for you. Think aphrodisiac Sydney rock oysters, Moreton Bay bugs, and trawler-fresh seafood galore. Toss in some freshly made salads, slow-roasted meats, and a chocolate fountain and you’ve got yourself a spread that screams “eat your heart out.” To top it off, the Love Potion cocktail on arrival and acoustic tunes are the perfect backdrop for the ultimate romantic foodie adventure. Prices start at $135 per adult.
Twilight Feast Under the Stars
For the starry-eyed romantics, Twilight Feast Under the Stars is all about the three c’s: candlelight, champagne, and cabanas. Imagine cozying up with your QTie (pun intended) in a private cabana, sipping on Moët & Chandon Ice Impérial Champagne, whilst indulging in a three-course dinner under the celestial Gold Coast sky. At $320 per couple, it’s a night that’ll leave you starry (and heart) eyed….and don’t stress about a little rain coz Bazaar Marketplace will save the day if the weather gets too moody.
Sip and Stain Workshop
If your idea of Valentine’s Day is more ‘paint and sip’ than ‘roses and candlelight’, the Sip and Stain Workshop at Stingray is the business. Channel your inner Picasso with a bubbly in hand as you decorate a personalised wine glass and learn the art of cocktail making from QT’s mixology maestros (#salute). For $125 per person complete with a grazing platter loaded with cheeses, meats, and fruits, it’s perf for you and your partner or pal. Sign.Us.Up!
Galentine’s Day at FIXX Café
And speaking of pals, swap clichés for camaraderie with an elegant high tea that’s as bougee as your BFFs deserve. Galentine’s Day at FIXX Café delivers the goods from dainty bites to Perrier-Jouët Grand Brut Champagne (if you opt for the Extraordinary QTea and friends – this is the ultimate way to toast your ride-or-dies). Prices range from $64 to $89 per person, and honestly, nothing says ‘squad goals’ like tea, treats, and champers.
So, whether you’re raising a glass to romance, friendship, or are just really hungry and thirsty, QT Gold Coast has your Valentine’s Day sorted. Don’t wait too long to book though as Cupid’s calendar is filling up – and fast. Click here to secure your spot and make this Valentine’s Day one to remember.
XOXO.
Where: QT Gold Coast, 7 Staghorn Avenue, Surfers Paradise
When: Friday 14th February.
Words by Bianca Trathen
STORY SPONSORED BY QT GOLD COAST.
If it’s romance you want, it’s romance you’ll get here on the GC this Valentine’s Day. Hubba Hubba!
We’ve compiled a list of what’s on and where so that you can dial up the love-o-meter and treat yourself and your partner to a Valentine’s Day (or night) experience to remember.
*Please note that unless indicated otherwise, all Valentine’s Day specials mentioned take place on Wednesday 14th of February.
InterContinental Sanctuary Cove
Enjoy an evening of culinary enhancement with your loved one with an exquisite and flavour-filled showcase at The Fireplace. Celebrate the day of romance with a glass of Mumm Champagne on arrival, followed by an elegant five-course degustation menu designed by expert Chef Randy Tablan to captivate all senses and leave a lasting impression.
$179 per person, with prepayment and reservations required. For an extra touch of luxury, opt for wine pairings for an additional $85 and make your evening even more extraordinary.
Where: InterContinental Sanctuary Cove, Manor Circle, Hope Island
Gold Coast Gondolas
Celebrate Valentine’s Day in unforgettable style with Gold Coast Gondolas, offering private, luxury cruises through the stunning Gold Coast canals. Whether you’re starting the day with a romantic breakfast, indulging in a gourmet dinner, or toasting to love with wine and cheese, each experience is designed for pure romance. Glide through the water in a beautifully appointed gondola, complete with red carpet arrival, a Red Rose Bear, and your choice of premium dining options. With packages ranging from a charming breakfast cruise to the ultimate fine dining experience, Gold Coast Gondolas provides the perfect setting to impress your special someone and create lasting memories.
Where: Mariners Cove, 60 – 70 Seaworld Drive, Main Beach
JW Marriott Gold Coast Resort & Spa
If you want to go beyond the usual and create truly magical moments, JW Marriott Gold Coast Resort & Spa is here to help. Think of them as your personal Cupid hotline, ready to make Valentine’s Day unforgettable. This year, they have all bases covered, with all-inclusive romantic getaways, restorative spa packages, decadent dining for two, and special-edition high teas. You can find all the delicious details here.
Where: JW Marriott Gold Coast Resort & Spa, 158 Ferny Avenue, Surfers Paradise
Baba Joon
Celebrate love this Valentine’s Day with a romantic dinner at Baba Joon, where every bite is a journey of flavour and tradition. Picture this: you and your special someone, cosied up over a beautifully plated grill platter, sharing tender lamb cutlets, succulent prawns, and marinated chicken, all served with fragrant saffron rice. And to end the night on a sweet note? A delightful scoop of saffron ice cream or a bite of flaky, honey-drenched Baklava, paired with a cup of aromatic Persian tea. Whether it’s your first Valentine’s together or one of many, Baba Joon sets the perfect scene for an unforgettable evening.
Where: 3106 Surfers Paradise Blvd, Surfers Paradise
QT Gold Coast
QT Gold Coast has something for everyone, from a cosy candlelit dinner to a starlit feast. Enjoy the Lovers Feast at Bazaar Marketplace with fresh seafood, slow-roasted meats, and a decadent chocolate fondue fountain or book a private Twilight Feast Under the Stars in a poolside cabana with Moët & Chandon Ice Impérial Champagne. For a unique twist, grab your BFF and join the Sip and Stain Workshop. Want more love-filled details? Check them out here.
Where: QT Gold Coast, 7 Staghorn Avenue, Surfers Paradise
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Craving some relaxed romance with your honey, this Valentine’s? Make a (dinner) date with Clifford’s Grill and Lounge, because love is in the air, baby! Opt to leave the choice in expert hands of Clifford’s cupid crew – cooking up an unforgettable, three-course feast, plus a complimentary glass of wine on arrival for just $89pp. Or, see where your cravings take you (straight to the dessert menu, LBH) with la carte menu also available on the night. For extra cute-points, finish it off with a moonlit saunter by the Surfer’s beachfront.. but hey, take our love advice at your peril.
Where: 31 Hamilton Ave, Surfers Paradise
The Langham, Gold Coast
Spoil your Valentine with five-star luxury at The Langham, Gold Coast. Stay the night with the Celebrate The Everyday package, complete with champagne, chocolates, and a dreamy buffet breakfast at Akoya. Unwind at Chuan Spa with indulgent couples’ treatments, from gold stone massages to foot soaks, all topped off with bubbles and chocolate-dipped strawberries. For an extra touch of romance, book a decadent Valentine’s Day Afternoon Tea at Palm Court. And when it’s time to dine, Akoya’s exclusive six-course degustation is the perfect way to share the love.
Where: Old Burleigh Road, Surfers Paradise
Dracula’s
Fancy a date night where biting is encouraged, vanilla isn’t served, and mood lighting is a fixture? We’ve got the perfect place. Dracula’s Valentine’s Day affair is a not-to-miss for couples and frouples, looking for some spicy fun this 14th of Feb. With a three-course menu designed to tease and please, cocktails concocted to tempt, jaw-dropping aerial performances and a killer band to tie it all together (gently), your promised an evening not easily forgotten.
Where: 1 Hooker Blvd, Broadbeach
The Star Gold Coast
The Star Gold Coast is making February the month of love, with indulgent dining, dreamy escapes, and even a glamorous singles party. From romantic rooftop dinners at Nineteen at The Star to Italian feasts at Cucina Vivo and flirty cocktails at Garden Kitchen & Bar, love is definitely on the menu. Want to impress? The Penthouse Private Dining Package is pure luxury, featuring a candlelit dinner, a champagne breakfast, and a VIP stay. Or, say “I do” to The Darling Valentine’s Package for a dreamy overnight escape.
Flying solo? The Gold & White Singles Party on February 22 is bringing the romance with canapés, a three-course menu, live entertainment, and a 4.5-hour beverage package. And if self-love is your vibe, Azure Spa’s indulgent treatments will leave you glowing. Whether you’re all loved up or single and ready to mingle, The Star Gold Coast is making February extra special. Get all the delicious here.
Where: The Star Gold Coast, Casino Drive, Broadbeach
Soak Bath House
This Valentine’s Day, whether it’s for new love, besties, or self-care, Soak Bath House has you covered with these fabulous offers:
Beats & Bubbles
Vibe with a DJ set by ‘The David’ while soaking in pools, spas, and saunas, 4-8 pm on Feb 14. Complimentary with Soak, Soak & Sip, and Soak Essentials Sessions.
Galentine’s Glow-Up
Treat your bestie to 2-for-1 LED facials and Infrared Sauna sessions all month long.
Soak Gift Cards
The gift of relaxation! Start from just $35, delivered straight to their inbox.
Where: Shop 20, 2532/2540 Gold Coast Highway, Mermaid Beach
Homestead at Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary
Enjoy a love and nature-filled evening at Currumbin’s hidden sanctuary, The Homestead. Your night starts with a scenic Twilight Train Ride through the Sanctuary and a tranquil stroll through the Roo Paddock. Back at The Homestead, you’ll be met with sparkling wine and craft beer, a romantic 4-course Valentine’s dinner inspired by local flavours (and made for romance), live music and a backdrop of kangaroos roaming at sunset. Book your all-inclusive Valentine’s Day evening here for $165 pp.
Where: Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary, 28 Tomewin Street, Currumbin
Kefi Cafe
If food is your love language, Kefi Café has you covered with two charming Valentine’s Day experiences.
For a romantic alfresco date, grab their Valentine’s Picnic for 2 ($150), a pre-packed spread featuring charcuterie, fresh seafood pasta, panna cotta, and a bottle of Witches Falls wine. Plus, you get to keep the picnic basket—cute! Picnic is available for pick up at Kefi on Friday 14th February (pre-order only).
Or, if you’re feeling artsy, book the Valentine’s Paint A Pot workshop ($160 for two) at 5pm. Sip wine, graze on a mezze platter, and paint a ceramic piece with guidance from a local artist. Your masterpiece will be fired, glazed, and ready to take home as a keepsake.
Where: 110 Marine Pde, Coolangatta
Words by Chelsea Ipsen
