Ashmore Palms Holiday Village - Gold Coast

Family-friendly holiday village with Australia's largest collection of Macaw parrots

Bird Sanctuary & Gardens

Ashmore Palms Holiday Village Gold Coast houses Australia's largest collection of Macaw parrots across multiple aviaries scattered throughout the grounds. Guests can observe the birds during daily keeper talks where staff explain each species' diet and traits, and children can request a free animal ranger experience. The aviaries are cleaned every morning, offering families a chance to watch the birds interact and sometimes say 'hello' from their perches.

Family Amenities & Activities

The property offers two lagoon-style swimming pools, with one heated for year-round use, plus a separate children's playground and a sports court for pickleball and tennis. A dedicated activities coordinator, Miss Kellie, runs a free children's holiday activities program that includes mermaid swims, glitter tattoos, balloon making, face painting, and a kids' disco. XPlay, an on-site activity center, and regular visits from food vans add extra entertainment options without leaving the village.

Accommodation Options

All units at Ashmore Palms are self-contained cabins with kitchen facilities, private bathrooms, and parking beside the accommodation - a convenience not available in many Gold Coast apartments. Choices range from Two-Bedroom Cottages to the top-floor Penthouse and the standout Macaw Mansion, which sits right next to the pools. Every cabin includes air conditioning, a cooktop, microwave, and full cookware, allowing families to prepare their own meals.

Location on the Gold Coast

Ashmore Palms Holiday Park is located 10 minutes from Surfers Paradise beaches and a 15-minute drive to Movie World, Dreamworld, Wet'n'Wild and Sea World. Ashmore shopping centres, an ALDI supermarket, and restaurants are within walking distance, and the Ashmore Outlets shopping complex is a short drive away. Public transport stops near the property, and staff can arrange a free shuttle to Southport Sharks Football Club and Surfers Paradise Markets.

Group & Extended Stays

Beyond families, Ashmore Palms accommodates groups such as schools and corporate clients by offering multiple adjacent cabins and access to communal BBQ areas and picnic spaces. Extended stays are common, with guests booking month-long stays and receiving services like daily wheelie bin emptying and fresh linen upon request. A well-stocked minimarket on site stays open until 7pm, and the property has coin-operated laundry facilities.

• Bird Sanctuary: Australia's largest collection of Macaw parrots on site
• Pools: Two lagoon-style swimming pools - one heated year-round
• Kids: Free daily activities including mermaid swims, face painting, and discos
• Accommodation: Self-contained cabins with private bathrooms and parking beside unit
• Location: 10 minutes from Surfers Paradise, 15 minutes from major theme parks
• Facilities: Sports court, XPlay activity center, and minimarket open until 7pm