The Gold Coast skyline is prepared for a transformative addition following the announcement of Trump International Hotel & Tower, Gold Coast. This landmark project represents the Trump Organization's first official venture into the Australian market through a partnership with the Queensland-based Altus Property Group. The development is positioned as a significant injection of luxury into the region's hospitality and residential sectors.
A New Benchmark for Architectural Height
The proposed tower at 3 Trickett Street in Surfers Paradise is designed to be a "six-star" vertical resort. With a planned height of approximately 340 metres across 91 storeys, it is set to become the tallest building in Australia, overtaking current record-holders like the Q1 Tower and Melbourne's Australia 108.
The mixed-use destination will feature:
Luxury Hospitality: A 285-room six-star hotel that will provide a high-end experience for visitors.
Exclusive Residences: Approximately 272 luxury apartments, with prices expected to start at around $5 million.
Podium and Lifestyle Amenities: The first five floors will house a retail plaza with high-end brands, event facilities, a private beach club, and a swimming pool overlooking the Pacific Ocean.
Global Standards and Design Philosophy
The project is the result of nearly two years of negotiation, finalized at the Mar-a-Lago estate in Florida. While the building will be Australian-owned and Australian-built, the design will strictly follow the Trump design manual, ensuring a premium feel and high-end fit-out consistent with the brand's global portfolio in locations like Saudi Arabia and the UAE.
Altus Property Group has highlighted that the tower will represent a "no-expense-spared" approach to quality. The development is expected to have a significant economic impact, supporting roughly 1,000 jobs—evenly split between the construction phase and ongoing operations once the hotel opens.
Planning and Timeline
The developer aims to start construction in August 2026, with the goal of completing the tower before the Brisbane 2032 Olympic Games. However, the project is currently in the early planning and design stages. The Gold Coast City Council has noted that a formal development application for the 91-storey plan is still required for evaluation against local height, density, and infrastructure standards.
The site itself has a long history, having been vacant for over a decade. Supporters believe the iconic nature of the brand and the scale of the tower will boost tourism and cement the Gold Coast's status as a world-class luxury destination.
