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Another year, wrapped. Another team, ready to celebrate. Here's your chance to make it count.
At Mercure Gold Coast Resort, end of year feels like a proper occasion. Picture open-air sunsets, relaxed resort grounds and a team that's genuinely present, glass in hand, sky turning gold overhead. This is where Christmas parties on the Gold Coast find their spark.
Whether you're planning an intimate thank-you dinner for 12 or a full-scale celebration for 200, our team takes care of the details, so you can simply show up and enjoy it.
Why Choose Mercure Gold Coast Resort for Your Christmas Party
Here's a fact worth dropping into your next planning meeting: the best work celebrations aren't the ones with the biggest budget, they're the ones people actually remember. And memory lives in the details. The golden hour light. A dinner that feels like a genuine gathering.
We're set on resort grounds in Carrara, minutes from the heart of the Gold Coast, with a relaxed, natural backdrop that sets the tone before your guests even arrive. It's a genuinely experiential celebration - intimate when you want it, lively when you don't, and always connected to the people attending.
Ready to see it for yourself? Explore our full range of function venues at Mercure Gold Coast Resort.
The Sunset Deck: Our Signature Christmas Party Venue
If there's one spot that sums up why people fall for this resort, it's the Sunset Deck. Elevated, open-air, and facing exactly the direction its name suggests, this is where end of year parties come alive as the sky turns gold and the day's work finally, properly, switches off.
It's a space built for connection. Cocktail in hand, conversation flowing, the hinterland glowing in the distance. Whether you're toasting the year's wins or simply saying a proper thank you to your team, the Sunset Deck turns a standard work function into something people will still be talking about in January.
More Venue Options for Every Kind of Celebration
Not every team wants the same thing and we've built our spaces around that. Beyond the Sunset Deck, Mercure Gold Coast Resort offers a range of function venues suited to everything from boardroom style year end wrap ups to full dance floor celebrations. Looking for something more intimate? We can scale a space to suit. Planning for the whole company? We've got room for that too.
Head over to our meetings and events function venues page for capacities, layouts and floor plans or just call our team and we'll talk you through what fits best.
The Green Dining: Private & Group Dining, Done Properly
Sometimes the best celebration is a genuinely good meal, shared with the people you've spent the year with. That's where The Green Dining comes in.
Our on-site restaurant offers private dining and group dinner or lunch options in a setting that's casual, relaxed and unmistakably local. Good food, good company, and a space that feels like a natural extension of the celebration. Ideal for smaller teams, leadership lunches, or a sit-down dinner that still feels easy.
Parking & On-Site Accommodation
We've thought through the practical details, so you can focus on the celebration itself.
- Free parking for you and your guests, right on site.
- On-site accommodation, so your team can stay the night and turn the celebration into a proper occasion, with a well-earned sleep-in to follow.
It's the kind of detail that makes a real difference, turning your end of year event into a genuine occasion your team will remember.
Gift Vouchers: Say Thank You Properly
End of year is also the time to say thank you to the team who showed up, the client who backed you, the colleague who went above and beyond. A Mercure gift voucher makes that easy. Redeemable for stays, dining or experiences at the resort, it's a thoughtful way to reward your team beyond the usual bonus or bottle of wine. Ask our events team about corporate gift voucher options when you enquire.
Let's Plan Your Celebration
Come and explore what your end of year event could look like at Mercure Gold Coast Resort. Whether you're picturing sunset drinks on the deck, a private Green Dining lunch, or a full-scale Christmas party for the whole business, our events team is ready to help you shape it.
Make an enquiry with our events team.
Or explore our function venues and event spaces to start planning today.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I host a Christmas party on the Gold Coast?
Mercure Gold Coast Resort in Carrara offers a range of function venues for Christmas parties and end of year celebrations, including the open-air Sunset Deck, private dining at Green Dining, and flexible spaces for groups of all sizes.
Does Mercure Gold Coast Resort offer private dining for work celebrations?
Yes. Green Dining offers private dining and group dinner or lunch options in a relaxed, casual setting, ideal for smaller teams or leadership celebrations.
Is parking included for event guests?
Yes, free parking is available on site for you and your guests.
Can guests stay overnight after the event?
Yes, on-site accommodation is available, so your team can celebrate without worrying about the trip home.
Does Mercure Gold Coast Resort offer gift vouchers for staff rewards?
Yes, gift vouchers are available and make a thoughtful thank-you or reward for your team. Contact our events team for corporate options.
How do I enquire about booking a Christmas party or end of year event?
Contact our events team at H9052-SM@accor.com or 07 5555 7703, or visit our function venues page to explore your options.