August
QDeck on the Gold Coast
Category: Blog Written by : Phoenician Resort
If you are planning a stay at the Phoenician Resort in Broadbeach, on Australia’s fabulous Gold Coast, you shouldn’t waste the opportunity to visit the world famous Q Deck….an experience of a lifetime!
Skypoint, which is located on the tippy top of Australia’s iconic Q1 Building—one of the tallest residential towers on the planet—is the highest point on the Gold Coast and provides you with panoramic 360° view—from the surf to the hinterland and beyond.
Here are some interesting facts about QDeck, a can’t miss attraction when you have Broadbeach accommodation at the Phoenician Resort:
- The Q1 Building is taller than the Chrysler building in New York City.
- Q1 is the 25th tallest building of the world!
- Q1 is 322.5 metres high.
- SkyPoint has one of the speediest elevators in the world and can take you from ground level to Level 77 in just 42.7 seconds.
- QDeck is Australia’s only beach side Observation Deck.
- SkyPoint is 230 metres above sea level.
- There are 1331 steps from the ground to Level 77.
- The building is listed as one of the World Federation’s Great Towers.
Although the Phoenician Resort has such luxuriously appointed apartments and loads of facilities guaranteed to provide you with plenty of fun and recreation during your stay, it is conveniently located to many fantastic local attractions, such as QDeck. It would be a shame to miss it while you’re enjoying a wonderful holiday at this Broadbeach resort.
Frequently Asked Questions About Q Deck:
Here are a few frequently asked questions about QDeck. If you have more questions during your stay at the Phoenician Resort in Broadbeach, feel free to ask the friendly, helpful staff.
Q. Should I book in advance for the QDeck?
A. No, not unless you will be bringing a large group, such as a school group.
Q. When is the QDeck open?
A. Sunday through Thursday, it is open from 9am until 9pm. Friday and Saturday, it is open from 9am until midnight. From 8pm on Friday and Saturday nights, it becomes SkyPoint Nights and there is a dress code plus you must be 18 years old with ID.
Q. What is there to do at SkyPoint?
A. Of course, the favorite of most visitors is the amazing view from QDeck. That being said, you can enjoy the casual dining food at the cafè. In addition, you will find visual displays that point out points of interest in the Gold Coast area. If you wish, you may use Q Deck’s high powered binoculars, take in a Theaterette featuring “The Birth of Paradise”, or just kick back and relax to enjoy the view with a cool drink from the licensed bar. The function room on Level 78 is a fabulous events venue that is available day and night for functions, conferencing and weddings.
QDeck is only one of the marvelous local attractions you might want to take in while you’re enjoying your stay at the Phoenician Resort—tops in Broadbeach accommodation!