Car Hire Gold Coast Nerang - Book and Save - Airport Rentals
Just a 20-minute drive from the Gold Coast, the town of Nerang is an oasis from the hustle and bustle of popular tourist hotspots. Secure car hire Gold Coast Nerang and explore the region on your own time.
The Nerang National Park should be near the top of your to-do list if you like the outdoors. Walking trails, horse riding treks and mountain bike tracks wind their way through beautiful Australian bush. There are also several parks scattered through the town - including a fantastic dog park. For those that prefer the indoors, cafes and restaurants can be found downtown, although your best bet for shopping is to jump in your rental car and head to the Gold Coast.
Explore the nearby towns of Southport and Ashmore, or begin an epic Australian coast road trip down to Sydney.
Booking a car with Airport Rentals
Compare, pick, and secure a cheap deal; it’s that simple when you book car hire Gold Coast Nerang with Airport Rentals.
Using Airport Rentals’ powerful search engine, pop in your travel dates and hit enter. A fantastic range of available vehicles will be presented to you, which you can sort using handy filters for details like transmission type, passenger capacity, and car style. From sleek SUVs to zippy compact cars, there’s a little bit of everything on Airport Rentals.
When you’ve found a car that will work for you, book securely online with no additional or hidden costs. If you need a hand during the booking process, our customer service team is awaiting your call 24/7. Airport Rentals will be here every step of the way for your car hire needs from Gold Coast Nerang or Brisbane QLD, or even anywhere in Australia.
A quick guide to Nerang
Nerang is named after the river that runs through the heart of the town. Originally the town was centred around agriculture, with sugar and maize the most productive crops. Today, however, many of the 16,000 residents who call Nerang home commute to the Gold Coast for work (much of which is in the tourism industry).
Driving around Nerang
Getting to the airports
Because of its proximity to multiple major cities, Nerang is serviced by multiple airports.
Gold Coast Airport - From Nerang, follow the signs for Beaudesert Nerang Road and take the road east. Turn right onto State Highway 90, then join the M1 and continue south until you reach the Gold Coast Highway. Turn left and proceed to the airport.
Brisbane International Airport - Instead of taking the M1 south, take it north and follow for around one hour. At Moreton Drive, exit the motorway and follow the signs to the airport.
Tips for driving in Nerang
Watch out for children and dogs around Kamholtz Family and Dog Park.
The M1 runs right by the town; be extra cautious when approaching on and off-ramps.
The Gold Coast can get very busy in summer; plan extra time due to traffic.
Where to park in Nerang
On-street parking is available throughout Nerang, as well as several parking lots which are scattered through the downtown area.
There are some great accommodation options surrounding Nerang. Here are just a few:
Hinterland Motel - Pull into the Hinterland Motel and enjoy the lakeside accommodation, plush rooms with balconies, yummy bistro, and sports bar.
Town and Country Motel - Within 12 kilometres from Sea World and Movie World, this Nerang motel is perfect if you plan to visit the theme parks.
Riviera Bed and Breakfast - A short drive away from the centre of Nerang is the stunning Riviera Bed and Breakfast. Located in the beautiful Australian bush, this is an outdoor lover’s dream accommodation option.
Nerang events
While Nerang itself has few annual events, you’re in prime position to pop to nearby cities to experience the lights, flare, and entertainment. Take advantage of your car hire Gold Coast Nerang and paint the town red.
Gold Coast Film Festival (April) - Catch a flick or two at this annual film festival, or delve deeper and attend a workshop or interview with actors, directors and producers.
Surfer’s Paradise Live (May) - Join Queenslanders for this free four-day annual music event. There’s music to suit every taste, so jump in your car rental and hit the road!
Brisbane Comedy Festival (February/March) - Drawing major Australian and international comedians, the Comedy Festival held in the Brisbane Powerhouse is sure to have you rolling with laughter.
Good Food & Wine Show (October) - After touring through Melbourne, Perth, Adelaide and Sydney, this annual food show lands in Brisbane and is well worth the hour road trip north.
Nerang attractions
Discover the hidden gems of the Gold Coast’s Nerang.
Nerang River Mill - This historic mill was built in 1910, and at the time was Australia’s first arrowroot mill. Today it’s a popular tourist attraction and located just a 15-minute drive west of Nerang.
Lamington National Park - Over 20,000 hectares of world heritage listed rainforests are just south of Nerang, and make for a stunning day outing.
Hinze Dam - The Hinze Dam is not only an interesting look at the infrastructure of the region but also presents boating, fishing and mountain biking opportunities.
Surfer’s Paradise - Just a 25-minute drive to the coast, Surfer’s Paradise offers a plethora of incredible sites, shopping opportunities, events, attractions and nightlife hotspots.
