Gold Coast Luxury Hotel Opens Private Lagoon to Visitors With 'Dive Into Marriott' Deal

SURFERS PARADISE, AUSTRALIA--(Marketwire - Mar 6, 2013) - The saltwater lagoon at the Surfers Paradise Marriott Resort & Spa has been the exclusive private paradise of in-house guests -- until now. For the first time ever, this award-winning Gold Coast luxury hotel is offering visitors the chance to experience the aquatic playground with its 'Dive Into Marriott' deal.

The limited time 'lunch and lagoon' package allows visitors to experience the best this resort in Surfers Paradise has to offer, starting with the famous seafood buffet at Citrique. The light-filled restaurant, led by the talented sous chef Eric Henck, is divided into four zones. The Cold Zone offers fresh local seafood, sushi, salads, cheese and more; the Hot Zone highlights a selection of European and Asian dishes prepared at live cooking stations and made to order; the Grill Zone is where diners will find roasted meats and Indonesian-style satay; and the Decadence Zone fuses art and food with handcrafted desserts, homemade ice cream and more.

After a leisurely lunch at the Surfers Paradise restaurant, spend a sunny afternoon lounging amidst lush landscaping in the private lagoon. There, a cascading waterfall, waterside day beds and heated spas create an intimate setting in the sun perfect for couples celebrating a special occasion, friends getting together for a day of fun or singles who want a quiet escape from daily stresses. Those with kids or simply a curiosity with underwater life can explore a world below the surface; the lagoon is home to hundreds of tropical fish and ideal for snorkeling. 

The 'Dive Into Marriott' deal is available at this Gold Coast hotel until 24 March 2013 only, and includes Citrique's seafood buffet and access to the resort's private lagoon and pool area after 2pm, all for just $79 per person. Bookings are required and can be made by calling +617 5592 9772.

About the Surfers Paradise Marriott Resort & Spa
After a $20-million refurbishment, Surfers Paradise Marriott Resort & Spa offers a magical experience in Australia's Gold Coast. From pristine beaches and picturesque hinterland valleys to fashionable shopping and family-friendly theme parks, this beach resort puts guests within easy reach of the area's best offerings. Guest rooms, set amidst lush tropical gardens, all feature balconies with scenic views, high-speed Internet access, a minifridge, large bathroom, coffeemaker and 42-inch LCD TV. For families, the resort offers interconnecting rooms, a Kid's Club for those ages 3 to 14 and access to three area theme parks with one pass; Warner Brothers Movie World, Sea World and Wet 'n' Wild. Grownup fun can be had at area malls, including Pacific Fair and Marina Mirage, and at the hotel's Lattouf Hair & Day Spa, filling an entire floor with relaxing spa rooms, a hair salon and pampering treatments. Stay active with a surfing lesson, snorkeling in the private saltwater lagoon, a friendly match of tennis, a few laps in the outdoor heated pool or a workout in the 24-hour fitness centre. All that activity can work up an appetite, and the Surfers Paradise Marriott Resort & Spa has plenty of options. Tempt the palate with the famous buffet at Citrique; sip cocktails under the sun at the Pool Bar; add a burst of energy to an afternoon with fresh coffee from Java+ and watch talented teppanyaki chefs strut their stuff at Benihana Japanese Steak House. For memorable meetings and events, this business-friendly hotel offers nearly 12,500 square feet of event space.