FurDU 2026 takes over the Crowne Plaza Surfers Paradise. Nestled between the bustle of Surfers Paradise and the dining precinct of Broadbeach, it offers the perfect centrepoint for your convention experience.
Find your way
Address: 2807 Gold Coast Hwy, Surfers Paradise QLD 4217
Parking: Undercover parking is available for guests ($25/day).
Airport Transfers
From Gold Coast Airport (OOL): A 30-minute drive. Uber/Rideshare is approx $50-$70. Alternatively, the 777 Bus connects to the Tram line at Broadbeach South.
From Brisbane Airport (BNE): Take the Airtrain to Helensvale station, then transfer to the G:link tram (approx 2 hours total).
Getting Around
We are located directly adjacent to the Florida Gardens G:link tram stop. The trams run every 7-15 minutes from 5am to midnight.
- Heading North (3 stops): Takes you to Cavill Avenue for nightclubs, shopping, and the main tourist strip.
- Heading South (2 stops): Takes you to Broadbeach South for Pacific Fair and the Casino.
Accessibility Note: All G:link stations and trams are fully wheelchair accessible and step-free.
Food & Essentials
Local Eats
- O-Bagel (3 min walk): Delicious bagels, located just left of the hotel exit. A furry breakfast staple. (7am - 2pm)
- Noodle Box (3 min walk): Pan-Asian noodle and rice dishes. Great for a quick, late dinner. (11am - 11:30pm)
- Broadbeach Bowls Club (10 min walk): Classic pub meals and barefoot bowls. Good for groups. (Lunch & Dinner)
- Chiangmai Thai (5 min walk): Widely considered one of the best Thai restaurants on the Gold Coast. Perfect for group dinners. (5pm - 9pm)
- Metro Coffee (Across Road): All day breakfast, burgers and salads. Great recovery food. (6am - 2pm)
- Freghete Italian (10 min walk): Authentic pizza and pasta. Recommended to book ahead for groups (8am - 8:30pm).
- Shooeys Sports Bar (On-site): A great spot to grab a cold drink and catch a game between panels. (10am - Midnight)
Groceries & Pharmacy
- Convenience: Shell Service Station (Across the road). 24/7 Servo Food.
⚠️ DO NOT wear fursuit heads / masks inside. - Late Night: McDonalds (12 min walk south). Open 24/7 for midnight snacks.
- Pharmacy: Broadbeach Day and Night Chemist (via Tram South). Open until 10pm.
- Medical: Surfers Paradise Day & Night Medical Centre (Tram North to Cavill). Open until 10pm.
Shopping & Supplies
- Bottleshop: Celebrations (3 min walk) just to the left of the hotel near O-Bagel.
- Pacific Fair (Tram South): The major shopping centre.
- Woolworths: Water/Snacks.
- Big W: Emergency fursuit repair supplies (safety pins, glue, sewing).
- JB Hi-Fi: Forgotten chargers and SD cards.