Champagne, DJs And Poolside Celebrations: This Gold Coast Hotel Is Turning One
One year by the sea
By Kiri Johnston | 5th June 2026Champagne on arrival, DJs by the pool and an afternoon spent soaking up the Burleigh sunshine? Sounds like a pretty good way to celebrate a first birthday to us.
To celebrate the occasion, Mondrian Gold Coast will host a special birthday celebration at Haven Pool Club this weekend, bringing together guests and locals for an afternoon of poolside festivities, music and celebratory pours. The milestone marks one year since the design-led beachfront property first opened its doors in Burleigh Heads. Since then, it has quickly become one of Australia’s most talked-about hotel openings, helping usher in a new chapter of luxury hospitality on the southern Gold Coast.
As the first Mondrian hotel in Australia and the first Australian property from global hospitality group Ennismore, the opening attracted significant attention from both the travel industry and holidaymakers alike. Set directly opposite Burleigh Beach, the hotel introduced a fresh take on coastal luxury, combining expansive apartment-style accommodation with elevated dining, wellness experiences and a vibrant social calendar. Twelve months on, that momentum shows no signs of slowing down. The anniversary follows a significant year for the property, which was recently named to Travel + Leisure’s prestigious 2026 It List, recognising the world’s best new hotels and further cementing its reputation as one of the country’s standout luxury hospitality destinations.
Beyond the guest rooms, the hotel has built a strong following through experiences designed to appeal just as much to locals as they do to visitors. In a city where lifestyle and community are deeply intertwined, that approach has proven particularly successful. One of the biggest success stories has been CIEL Spa, which has evolved into one of Australia’s most progressive hotel wellness offerings. Alongside traditional spa treatments, the space now incorporates advanced bio-wellness technologies, cosmetic medicine services and a dedicated membership program for locals seeking a regular wellness ritual. The property’s commitment to wellbeing extends beyond the spa, with weekly yoga, Pilates, mindfulness and movement sessions becoming a regular part of the calendar, while guests can also embrace Burleigh’s laid-back coastal lifestyle through surfboard hire, e-bike adventures and private beach cabana experiences.
Food and drink have also played a major role in shaping the hotel’s identity over the past year. Haven Pool Club has become one of Burleigh’s most popular destinations for long lunches, sunset drinks and weekend gatherings, while LiTO has established itself as a favourite for everything from morning coffee to aperitivo hour and evening dining. Meanwhile, the hotel’s Sounds of Summer series has brought internationally recognised DJs and artists to Burleigh, reinforcing its reputation as a cultural and social destination rather than simply a place to stay. The past year has also seen the introduction of the property’s private Beach Houses and ultra-premium Sky House penthouse residence, further elevating its accommodation offering and attracting luxury travellers from across Australia and beyond.
For Letitia Vitale, Managing Partner of Vitale Property Group, the most rewarding part of the journey has been seeing the local community embrace the property. “A year ago, we made a bet that Burleigh Heads was ready for something the Gold Coast had never seen,” she says. “What’s happened since has exceeded every expectation, not just in how travellers have responded, but in how deeply the local community has claimed it as their own.”
Whether you’re stopping by for a celebratory champagne, settling in for a long afternoon by the pool or simply looking for an excuse to spend a day in Burleigh, the first birthday festivities offer the perfect opportunity to experience what has made Mondrian Gold Coast one of the state’s most talked-about destinations over the past 12 months.
WHAT: Mondrian Gold Coast First Birthday Celebration WHEN: Saturday 6 June, 12pm–6pm WHERE: Haven Pool Club, Mondrian Gold Coast, 3 First Avenue, Burleigh Heads DETAILS: Entry is free and all are welcome. Expect DJs throughout the day, including headline act Yolanda Be Cool, alongside poolside festivities, margaritas, champagne and plenty of birthday celebrations.
