Over the past few years, The Star Gold Coast has been going hard on expansions as the property tries to firm up its status as the area’s most emblematic luxury address. Unlike in other Australian cities up and down the east coast, The Star Gold Coast has virtually no competition in sight, leaving it as somewhat of an incubator for the coastal city’s more premium offerings across dining and accommodation. The latest opening to help fortify that kind of reputation is Isoletto Pool Club, a ritzy sixth-floor bar and events space that’s part of the new Leisure Deck within its recently built 53-storey hotel and apartment tower.
Given the Ibizia-style Cali Beach has been such a hit for Gold Coast locals and visitors, it’d be no surprise to see Isoletto Pool Club take off as the destination pushes into its post-pandemic groove. And while Australia’s east coast is most likely heading towards its wetter months (yes – even Sydney), the opening still comes nicely timed to capitalise on all the return domestic travellers looking for something a bit more premium than the typical Broadbeach haunt.
The suite of poolside spaces that make up Isoletto aren’t breaking the mould when it comes to some of the more popular pool clubs from around the world, but the clean organic neutral palette looks incredibly inviting with its bright accents of lemon and melon. Consider it one of the few slices of European inspired spaces nudging its way into the famously outdated spread of average cafes and generic restaurants (Social Eating House being an exception) that have held Broadbeach back for years.
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The catch here is that Isoletto Pool Club will remain exclusive to all hotel guests within The Star’s numerous hotels, which span The Star Grand, The Darling, and newer developments Dorsett Gold Coast and The Star Residences. This includes anyone staying in the long-term rentals and permanent residences that make up The Star’s new apartment tower, which is opening in June this year.
There’s no subversion here. A press release for Isoletto Pool Club touts “island-inspired cocktails” and an extensive wine list, plus the kind of food menu that’s perfectly aligned with the coastal inspiration. Think casual Gold Coast staples like freshly rolled sushi and locally sourced oysters to fried snapper burgers and various acai bowls. Groups can also grab various poolside packages that include bottles of Champagne, cocktail selections, seasonal fruit platters, and some complimentary sunscreen.
The opening will be complemented by a separate Isoletto Privé, which is a dedicated event space signalled by a sprawling lawn and its own deck and terrace. And it seems The Star is really pushing this part of Isoletto, bolstering the property’s business and events portfolio with enough capacity to fit a comfortable 168 guests at long tables, 150 guests at seated banquet tables or a max of 1,200 standing guests if considering the entire Leisure Deck as well.
