The Royal Automobile Club of Victoria, (RACV) made its first inroads interstate this year with the purchase of the iconic Royal Pines Resort located on the Gold Coast.

Not only does RACV offer its 1.9 million members car insurance, home insurance, roadside assistance, and finance, it also provides an extensive range of travel and tourism services, and now owns and operates an impressive portfolio of seven Resorts and member Clubs in Australia.

RACV Royal Pines Resort has joined Victorian resorts Cobram, Cape Schanck, Inverloch and Torquay (planned), along with the City Club and Healesville Country Club, and is offering special rates and packages to RACV, RACQ and members of its 130 reciprocal national and international clubs.

RACV is now officially the largest owner operator of golf courses in Australia, with a portfolio of four golf courses.

RACV Royal Pines Resort is one of Queensland’s largest fully integrated 5 star resorts set in the heart of the Gold Coast mid way between the action of Surfers Paradise and the tranquillity of the Hinterland rainforests, the resort offers unparalleled meeting, accommodation, golf and sports and recreation facilities.

For reservations phone +61 (7) 5597 8700

Time/distance to local attractions
Surfers Paradise – 10mins
Broadbeach – 8 mins
Theme parks – 15 mins
Shopping centres – 10 mins to Pacific Fair, Harbour Town Outlet Shopping, and Robina
Coolangatta Airport – 34km
Brisbane International Airport – 80km
Nerang Train Station – 3 mins. Connects to Brisbane and Brisbane Airport

Shuttle Bus
The resort runs a shuttle service that operates 7 times daily to Broadbeach and Surfers Paradise, whilst going to Sea World twice a day.
Hotel guests - $5 per person per day
Children - $2.50 per person per day
FREE to Auto Club members staying in-house upon presentation of card

Amenities
24 hour reception, concierge, in-room dining delivered direct to the guests’ door, valet parking

Recreational Facilities
The Resort hosts a range of recreational facilities, the jewel of which is the 27-hole championship golf course which continues to inspire, motivate and challenge the very best in golfers. The Resort’s Driving Range is home to the Mark Gibson Exceptional Golf Teaching Facility complete with the first Harold Swash Accredited Putting Centre in Australia and offers club fit analysis, putter fitting and strategy lessons.
Guests are also able to enjoy recreational facilities including 5 tennis courts (including two undercover), tuition with the Pro-Experience Tennis Academy, a luxurious outdoor swimming pool, children’s splash pool, waterslides, and a children’s sun smart playground.

Angsana Spa
Developed and managed by the award winning Banyan Tree group, one of the world’s leading spa brands. Angsana is designed for total revitalisation of the body, mind and soul and specialises in organic products and holistic treatments delivered by traditionally trained Thai therapists.

Dining options
RPR’s Restaurant
Located on the 21st floor, this fine dining restaurant is renowned for its breathtaking views, innovative cuisine and award winning service.

Arakawa Restaurant
A truly authentic Japanese dining experience, Arakawa Restaurant offers sushi and sashimi, a la carte and teppanyaki menus.

Kalinda Restaurant
Modern cuisine including a Seafood buffet that features a huge array of fresh seafood, salads, hot selections, Wagyu Carvery bar, pizzeria, house baked breads and award winning desserts

Panorama Lounge
Panorama Lounge is the perfect place to relax and enjoy a coffee or cake, light lunch or refreshment. Watch the world go by as you savour time with friends, surf the internet whilst enjoying the aroma of freshly brewed coffee or try our famous High Teas, house made pastries or light dining.

Hydrate Bar
If you are looking for a place to meet after five, Hydrate Bar is the place to be. Enjoy a quality wine or beer, indulge in a cocktail and sample favourites from the appetising lounge menu.

Tee’s Clubhouse
All day casual dining, with a new modern menu selection. Enjoy golf course views and a relaxing atmosphere.

Arika Pool Bar
Sunrise to sunset for light dining, cocktails and local or imported beers all by the relaxed atmosphere of the pool deck.