MacArthur's Ballroom at InterContinental Sanctuary Cove Resort
Hotel
500 Seated
400 Standing
Price on request
Manor Cir, Hope Island QLD 4212, Australia
4.5 (2084)
Space ID: 15861
Steeped in heritage and rich charm, the MacArthur’s Ballroom is heralded as the largest of the meetings and events rooms and is located on the lower level of The Woolshed. With its magnificent chandeliers, floor-to-ceiling French windows offering endless natural light, and exclusive areas for pre-dinner drinks and reception, the MacArthur’s Ballroom is one of Queensland’s most dynamic conference venues. You will have complete reign over flexibility with the ballroom’s ability to transform into three separate, pillar-less rooms, offering up to 6 configurations for any use.
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Packages, Menus & Offers
Please note, that pricing and inclusions may be subject to change without notice. We recommend confirming with the listing prior to booking to ensure you have the most up-to-date information.
Price Guide
Price Type
Price Per Person (Starting From)
Day Delegate Package (DDP)
$ 105
Half Day Delegate Package (HDDP)
$ 95
2 Course Menu
$ 80
3 Course Menu
$ 95
3 Hour Canapes
$ 120
3 Hour Beverage Package
$ 52
Please note, that pricing may be subject to change without notice. We recommend confirming with the venue prior to booking to ensure you have the most up-to-date information.
Room Layouts & Capacity
Boardroom80
Cluster80
Theatre500
Classroom250
Standing400
U Shape80
Banquet300
Cabaret240
Amenities & Extras
$= Additional Cost
Food & Beverage
Bar Tab$
Coffee / Tea
Filtered Water
Venue Offers Catering$
Audio Visual Equipment (AV)
Microphone$
Projector$
Speakers$
Stage
TV$
Other Amenities & Extras
Accessible
Accommodation$
Air Con
Dance Floor
External Music or DJ
Flip Chart$
Furniture Hire$
Lighting$
Natural light
On-Site Parking
Outdoor Space
Pens & Paper
Receptionist
Restroom
Room Hire Only
Security$
Smoking Area
Sustainable
Whiteboard$
WiFi
Reviews for InterContinental Sanctuary Cove Resort
Jason Potter
January 31, 2026
I’ve been coming here for the past 6 years and to be quite honest when I first arrived here I was not that impressed, it’s rough around the edges to say the least. However, I’ve stayed multiple times and I’ve grown to love this hotel very much. The thing that makes this hotel special are the staff that work hard to ensure you have a good time, that’s all the staff, not just the front of house but the staff that clean the rooms and cook the food too.
We usually stay in a club room as we enjoy the afternoon tea and cocktail hour. It also gives us the chance to meet the staff we’ve met before.
Special mention to Roxy, Cedric and Xandra. Thank you!
The pools are huge, the rooms are a bit dated but nice. If you’re lucky Kangaroos might hop past while you’re sipping your Pina Colada!
Stay in the week and you’ll have it all to yourself.
Don’t judge a book by its cover and you’ll have a super time!
Cheers to my favourite hotel group IHG.
n p
March 5, 2026
Such a wonderful stay at this peaceful secluded oasis on the Gold Coast. Part of its beauty is how quiet it is, where you hear the melodic tunes of the birds every morning, watch the local kangaroos hop about and chill by the terrace or lagoon beach pool
As club members we were treated to lovely breakfast, afternoon tea and drinks + canapés every day - no need to go elsewhere to wine + dine 🍷
Standout hospitality and service - a very special shout out to Roxy who looked after us so well!
It really was the most relaxing holiday break and one that we hope to repeat many times in the future 🩷
Daniel Smith
March 7, 2026
A nice hotel in a very pretty location and a number of great eating and shopping options nearby at the marina. The breakfast is excellent. The rooms are nice but a bit dated now and the air conditioning was very noisy and also really struggled to bring the in-room temperature down enough (was set to 22 but I’d estimate it never got below 26-28 in there) and so sleeping was a bit sticky and muggy. Otherwise, great venue.
Macy Kuurme
January 28, 2026
We had a wonderful stay at InterContinental Sanctuary Cove Resort and truly enjoyed our time there. The resort is in a fantastic location, with the marina just a short walk away and plenty of great dining options close by. The rooms were very clean and beautifully maintained, and housekeeping was consistently excellent — we especially appreciated returning each day to fresh bottles of water waiting for us.
A special mention goes to Veronica at the Cove Café, who seated us for breakfast most mornings. She was always friendly, welcoming, and smiling, and genuinely made our mornings brighter. Her warmth and professionalism really stood out.
The only minor issue during our stay was that some of the dishes at the buffet and occasionally with room service were not always 100% clean. This didn’t detract significantly from our overall experience, but it’s something that could be improved.
Overall, the resort was immaculate, relaxing, and perfectly located, with staff who clearly care about their guests. We would happily return.
Ashley Menon
January 26, 2026
Club lounge was amazing. So worth it - very filling high tea and evening snacks + drinks/cocktails. Bombay and Sandra looked after us so well. Loved the breakfast choices. Really nice swimming area! Kids enjoyed it. We will definitely be back!
As the darling of InterContinental’s meeting and events venues, The Grange shines with its distinct architectural design, from the cathedral-like ceiling and dramatic chandelier, to the private dining room and stunning panoramic terrace.
With rustic French doors and contemporary interiors, the flexible Marino Room can be split into two or configured as one large room seating up to 100 theatre-style.
With rustic French doors and contemporary interiors, the flexible Marino Room can be split into two or configured as one large room seating up to 100 theatre-style.
With rustic French doors and contemporary interiors, the flexible Marino Room can be split into two or configured as one large room seating up to 100 theatre-style.
Amidst tropical surrounds and lounging kangaroos, discover 3 exclusive Garden Lounges in the bushy grounds of the Resort. Tucked away in the Resort’s tropical gardens, the lounges deliver unparalleled privacy for up to 50 delegates.
Entirely self-sufficient, enjoy a haven of seclusion with private bathroom facilities, private catering service with on-site kitchenette and floor-to-ceiling French windows intended to immerse delegates in the natural surrounds of Sanctuary Cove. Taking full advantage of the tropical location, each of the 3 Garden Lounges have wrap-around terraces perfect for break-away moments. Elevate morning tea, afternoon breaks or sophisticated cocktail receptions, by connecting your group with Sanctuary Cove’s exotic flora and fauna.
Flexible room configuration
Pilar-less design
Private wrap-around balcony
Entirely self-sufficient with private bathroom facilities
Private catering service with on-site kitchenette
Natural light
Floor-to-ceiling French doors and windows to outdoor terrace and garden lawn
8.9 metre x 7.5 metre dimensions
With the grandeur of The Great House as your backdrop, The Fountain Terrace is a unique cocktail reception surrounded by garden beds and deep-blue waters. Views stretch onto the Lagoon Beach for an unforgettable ambiance.
Discover the unique ambiance of The Fountain Terrace and experience a backdrop to rival anything you’ve ever seen before. Occupying the paved terraces between the Lagoon Beach and The Great House, you will find a stunning platform for cocktail receptions, banquet dinners and welcome drinks for up to 200 guests. Allow the scent of Sanctuary Cove to inspire and delight your delegates – with photo opportunities aplenty!
Unique setting for outdoor dinners and receptions
Flexibility across morning, day and evening for events
Sole use options
Branding opportunities
Floating Stages
An experience like no other: imagine tiki torches lining the once-acre lagoon, a canopy of stars and a backdrop of fireworks upon the water. The Lagoon Beach is a unique location for memorable cocktail receptions and themed exhibitions.
Discover limitless possibilities with the beauty, tranquillity and versatility of The Lagoon Beach. As one of the most iconic beach lagoons in Queensland and a canvas for imagination, this unique location offers use of its pristine white sands for gala dinners, cocktail receptions or corporate activities. The one-acre lagoon is also the perfect set for pop-up themed stages, thrilling jet-packing shows or a vista for fireworks to delight delegates.
With tiki torches, marquees and more, talk to one of our dedicated meetings and event specialists to learn we can make The Lagoon Beach a sanctuary for your event.
Flexibility across morning, day and evening for events
Use of The Lagoon Beach for staging and pop-up activations
Idea use for Insider Interactions (part of the InterContinental Insider Collection)
Unique theming options
We invite resort guests and visitors to enjoy the iconic outlook from our lagoonside deck whilst savouring meticulously crafted cocktails and a delectable menu featuring relaxed poolside favourites and fresh locally-sourced seafood.
Lagoon Beach Club commands a breathtaking view of the resort’s expansive one-acre Lagoon Beach Pool. Discover an enticing selection of gourmet pizzas and casual poolside fare, complemented by a diverse range of local beers, destination-inspired cocktails, and non-alcoholic beverages.
Leisurely watch the day unfold from under the comfort of a pool deck umbrella or the shade of a nearby palm tree. InterContinental Sanctuary Cove Resort’s Lagoon Beach Club is quintessential Gold Coast, where relaxation, indulgence and coastal living are celebrated together within one iconic destination.
Please note, we welcome all guests and visitors to dine at Lagoon Beach Club. However, the use of resort pool facilities is exclusive to registered in-house guests, residents and Resort Pass holders only.
We invite resort guests and visitors to enjoy the iconic outlook from our lagoonside deck whilst savouring meticulously crafted cocktails and a delectable menu featuring relaxed poolside favourites and fresh locally-sourced seafood.
Lagoon Beach Club commands a breathtaking view of the resort’s expansive one-acre Lagoon Beach Pool. Discover an enticing selection of gourmet pizzas and casual poolside fare, complemented by a diverse range of local beers, destination-inspired cocktails, and non-alcoholic beverages.
Leisurely watch the day unfold from under the comfort of a pool deck umbrella or the shade of a nearby palm tree. InterContinental Sanctuary Cove Resort’s Lagoon Beach Club is quintessential Gold Coast, where relaxation, indulgence and coastal living are celebrated together within one iconic destination.
Please note, we welcome all guests and visitors to dine at Lagoon Beach Club. However, the use of resort pool facilities is exclusive to registered in-house guests, residents and Resort Pass holders only.
Experience an outdoor venue with a gorgeous view of the Marina and the Superyachts.
This space is versatile and can be themed for many events including the use of a marquee or barbeque. (Marquees are an additional cost).
Based at the Sanctuary Cove Country Club. A lovely space for your meeting or event. Plenty of natural light with floor to ceiling windows on one side with a walk out undercover balcony overlooking the Palms Golf Course. The room has a fully dedicated bar to service your event.
Based at the Sanctuary Cove Country Club. A lovely space for your meeting or event. Plenty of natural light with floor to ceiling windows on one side with a walk out undercover balcony with greenery views.
Reviews for InterContinental Sanctuary Cove Resort
