Gold Coast Holiday Packages Celebrate Exciting New Surfers Paradise Accommodation

QUEENSLAND, AUSTRALIA--(Marketwire - Jan 9, 2012) - The award-winning Surfers Paradise Marriott Resort and Spa on the Gold Coast now has another accolade to add to its growing collection. Marriott's impressive flagship property in Australia was recently voted one of the Top 10 Resorts in Oceania at the 2012 Conde Nast Traveler Readers' Choice Awards, topping off a big year for the world-class Gold Coast resort.

In celebration of this exciting award and the completion of an extensive $20 million refurbishment in 2011, this renowned resort is ringing in the New Year with remarkable Gold Coast holiday packages ideal for a rejuvenating stay in paradise. Boasting relaxing private beaches, fabulous waterfalls, a heated saltwater lagoon filled with hundreds of tropical fish and a serene riverfront presence, the Surfers Marriott Resort and Spa offers guests the finest of accommodations among 5 star hotels on the Gold Coast and provides breathtaking views of the Gold Coast Hinterland, Surfers Paradise skyline and the Pacific Ocean.

Now through March 31, 2012 those taking advantage of Surfer's Paradise accommodation specials such as the hotel's "Stay in Paradise" package will be pampered with a Hinterland room, daily breakfast buffet for two, a bottle of sparkling wine upon arrival and self parking -- all at rates starting as low as $265 (AUD)*.

Internationally recognized, this exceptional resort and spa is a standout among hotels in Surfers Paradise Australia. The extensive makeover included an upgrade to all of the hotel's 329 guest rooms including the opulent Presidential Suite, lobby, lagoon pool area, front entry, conference facilities, a new 'grab-and-go' deli, Java+ and the addition of an all-day dining restaurant, Citrique. The resort was officially re-launched by the Minister for Tourism Jan Jarratt, who spoke of the future of the Gold Coast brand and the vote of confidence from the property's international owners to inject such a large sum of money into the iconic resort.

Those wishing to join in the Marriott's Gold Coast hotel's celebration and take advantage of the "Stay in Paradise" package may book accommodation by using promotional code P50 online at http://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/oolsp-surfers-paradise-marriott-resort-and-spa/ or call 1-800-228-9290.

*Rates are per room per night and valid seven days a week through 3/31/12 based on availability at the time of reservation. Offer does not apply to groups of 10 or more rooms and may not be combined with any other discount or promotion. Please visit hotel website for additional terms and conditions.

About the Surfers Paradise Marriott Resort & Spa
The Surfers Paradise Marriott Resort and Spa stands distinctively amidst the pristine beaches, fashionable shopping and breathtaking hinterland valleys of Surfers Paradise and welcomes guests with opulent accommodations, attentive service and first-class amenities. The hotel's 27^th floor is home to the Elandra Retreat Club, where upgraded amenities and pampering service provide the ultimate hotel experience. Guests will also find a wide range of relaxing spa treatments and salon services, as well as a 24-hour gymnasium at the property's impressive Lattouf Hair and Day Spa.