Staying at the 53/F of the tallest residential building in the world has been quite an experience. We have been to Gold Coast quite a few times already. Walking along the never ending beach on top of the silky sand is a most pleasurable activity, but the crass commercialisation of the city can be off putting.
With Cindy's sister and brother here visiting us, I was tasked to book a Gold Coast accommodation for 2 nights for 3 households.
My online searching told me that I wouldn't have too many choices. 3-bedroom apartments were few and far between, and Gold Coast accommodation tended to have a 3-nights minimum requirement.
One of the few choices was Q1, the world's tallest residential building and which was only ready for moving-in in December 2005. The room rate was high, but not outrageously so. Moveover, I was told all 3-bedroom apartments were at least 200 square metres in size, located at 47/F or above, and guaranteed beach view.
Sounds great!
Driving along the Gold Coast Highway, and once you are near Surfers Paradise, you can't help but notice its formiddable presence.
The wow factor reveals once you enter the apartment. In front of you is a wall of windows with unobstructed views of the long stretch of beaches, the riverways, and buildings in between. The same view at night, from such a height, is breathtaking.
Yes, the fittings and furniture are just OK, and the service level leaves a lot for improvement. But staying at a room with such a view has made the short trip a memorable one.
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