Eagle Heights Hotel Tavern

Perched on Tamborine Mountain, Eagle Heights Hotel Tavern draws visitors with sweeping coastal views that stretch from Stradbroke Island in the north to Coolangatta and Tweed Heads in the south. The resort centres on its famous beer garden, surrounded by manicured grounds where families spread out on the lawns. Inside, the refurbished main bar and restaurant features big screens for sporting events and gaming facilities, while an outdoor undercover dining area lets guests take meals against the rainforest and ocean backdrop.

The kitchen turns out a menu designed to cover most tastes, from pub classics to restaurant-style dishes. Visitors often praise the combination of reliable counter meals and that remarkable vista—few mountain pubs offer such an uninterrupted sweep of the Gold Coast and Pacific. The venue also offers themed spa suites and motel accommodation for those wanting to stay longer, and sits within minutes of Gallery Walk, local waterfalls and wineries. Regulars appreciate the beer garden's relaxed atmosphere, especially on clear afternoons when the coastal panorama sharpens and the kids can let off steam on the jumping castle while adults settle in with a cold drink.