Like a loyal puppy, Labrador has been one of the Gold Coast’s mainstays since its hotel was built in 1884. Back in the day, this 15-room hotel complete with three sitting rooms, outhouses and stables, was perfect for the Cobb and Co coach service which transported boat passengers arriving from Brisbane.
Local Aborigines were also drawn to the area due to its abundance of shellfish, mud crabs, oysters and waterfowl. Fast forward to the modern day, and visitors still flock here for the great range of accommodation from high rises to caravan parks to cafes and high-end restaurants.
Sitting just north of Southport and just south of Biggera Waters, Labrador is popular for its calm waters, peaceful parks and views out to South Stradbroke Island. The Grand Hotel still sits there too. Sure, it may have changed a bit, but that kind of old-style service and loyalty for which Labrador is renowned, remains.
Quick Facts
Labrador is a suburb of Gold Coast in Queensland. It is located approximately 64kms from the capital Brisbane covering an area of 4.996 square kilometres. Labrador has a recorded population of 18261 residents and is within the Australian Eastern Standard Time zone Australia/Brisbane.
If you are planning a visit to Labrador we’ve put together some of the things nearby that you can see or do while you are here. These include, places to stay, tours and attractions, some upcoming events and places where you can grab a meal. Go ahead, try one of the buttons above. Every destination has something worth seeing so start exploring… If you know Labrador and think we’ve missed something, let us know and we’ll share it here.