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Weekly until 19 Oct 2026, monthly from November 2026November 2026 edition
AI Hotel Landscape
How leading AI assistants recommend hotels: 616 prompts across 56 destinations, a monthly edition checked before it is published.
Data is directional. Some prompts retry due to upstream variance, so absolute counts can shift ±5% between editions.
Meriton Suites Surfers Paradise
How 6 AI assistants recommend this property. Week of November 2, 2026. Tracked for 26 weeks.
Latest edition
2
mentions across 6 AIs
Peak
12
best week
Mentioning AIs
1/6
latest edition
Total links
156
all time
Location
86 Esplanade, Surfers Paradise QLD 4217, Australia
PROMPTS
Where this hotel showed up
Each prompt below resolved to Meriton Suites Surfers Paradise at least once. The "reason" is the AI's own one-line explanation when it returned the hotel in structured form.
“best hotels in Gold Coast for solo travelers”Gold Coast, US5 of 6 AIs21 weeks31 quotes
“best hotels in Gold Coast for solo travelers”
Gold Coast, US5 of 6 AIs21 weeks31 quotes
Gemini · 11-02
“Offering self-contained apartments right by the beach, it provides great security, top-tier amenities, and independence for solo visitors.”
ChatGPT · 10-12
“Apartment-style suites with kitchens opposite Surfers Paradise Beach, ideal for solo travelers who want their own space and independence.”
Gemini · 10-12
“Providing sleek, self-contained suites right by the beach, it offers solo travelers safety, modern amenities, and a great base for exploring the coast.”
Gemini · 09-28
“This property provides spacious, contemporary apartments in a quieter area with fantastic waterfront views and great amenities like an indoor pool and gym for solo guests.”
Gemini · 09-21
“Offers sleek, independent suites with great amenities and a prime beachfront location ideal for solo explorers.”
Copilot · 09-21
“Modern all-suite hotel with kitchen facilities, great for independent solo travelers.”
“hotels near Surfers Paradise Beach, Gold Coast”Gold Coast, US5 of 6 AIs26 weeks54 quotes
“hotels near Surfers Paradise Beach, Gold Coast”
Gold Coast, US5 of 6 AIs26 weeks54 quotes
Gemini · 11-02
“Located right beside Surfers Paradise Beach offering luxury suites with sweeping ocean views.”
Google AI Mode · 10-19
“This refined high-rise hotel sits directly on the beachfront offering polished suites with incredible ocean views.”
Gemini · 10-12
“A sleek 5-star all-suite hotel offering refined accommodations and indoor pool facilities right near Surfers Paradise Beach.”
ChatGPT · 10-05
“This apartment-style hotel sits directly opposite Surfers Paradise Beach and provides spacious suites with kitchens and laundry facilities.”
Copilot · 10-05
“Modern all-suite hotel with balconies, indoor pool, and direct access to the Esplanade.”
Google AI Mode · 09-28
“This 5-star beachfront all-suite hotel sits right on The Esplanade, offering immediate access to Surfers Paradise Beach with panoramic ocean views.”
“best hotels in Surfers Paradise, Gold Coast”Gold Coast, US5 of 6 AIs15 weeks30 quotes
“best hotels in Surfers Paradise, Gold Coast”
Gold Coast, US5 of 6 AIs15 weeks30 quotes
Gemini · 10-19
“Provides spacious, self-contained luxury apartment suites right across from the ocean and close to the heart of the action.”
Gemini · 10-12
“Delivers sleek, refined all-suite accommodations with great ocean views and convenient beachside proximity.”
Copilot · 10-05
“Modern all-suite hotel with full kitchens, balconies, and excellent value for longer stays.”
Gemini · 09-21
“Offering sleek, modern suites with private balconies and excellent amenities, it provides spacious and comfortable accommodation right in the heart of Surfers Paradise.”
Google AI Mode · 09-14
“Offers sleek, spacious all-suite accommodations with magnificent ocean balconies right along the Esplanade.”
Gemini · 09-14
“Providing sleek, spacious suites with private balconies, this hotel delivers stunning ocean views right along the Esplanade.”
“best hotels in Gold Coast for business travelers”Gold Coast, US5 of 6 AIs11 weeks15 quotes
“best hotels in Gold Coast for business travelers”
Gold Coast, US5 of 6 AIs11 weeks15 quotes
Gemini · 10-12
“It provides spacious apartment-style accommodations equipped with dedicated work areas and reliable connectivity for extended stays.”
Gemini · 09-21
“Provides spacious suite-style accommodations with work areas and reliable high-speed connectivity for extended business stays.”
ChatGPT · 07-27
“This apartment-style hotel is a strong option for longer business assignments requiring more space and self-contained amenities.”
Copilot · 07-13
“Spacious suites with reliable internet and proximity to the Gold Coast business district.”
ChatGPT · 06-29
“Spacious serviced suites with kitchens make it well suited for extended business stays.”
Copilot · 06-29
“Spacious suites with full work areas and reliable Wi‑Fi, great for extended business trips.”
“hotels in Gold Coast with rooftop pool”Gold Coast, US4 of 6 AIs7 weeks8 quotes
“hotels in Gold Coast with rooftop pool”
Gold Coast, US4 of 6 AIs7 weeks8 quotes
Gemini · 09-14
“A high-rise luxury hotel right on the esplanade offering exceptional accommodation and pool amenities overlooking the coast.”
Perplexity · 08-17
“All-suite hotel with outdoor pool areas and high-rise pool views in a central location.”
Perplexity · 08-03
“All-suite option in a premier precinct with accessible rooftop-style pool experiences and city views.”
Perplexity · 08-03
“Well-located high-rise suites with rooftop or elevated pool facilities and strong guest services.”
Copilot · 07-27
“Offers spacious suites and a rooftop pool with panoramic city views.”
Copilot · 06-01
“Features elevated pool decks with ocean-facing views in a high-rise beachfront tower.”
“affordable hotels in Gold Coast under $200”Gold Coast, US4 of 6 AIs10 weeks13 quotes
“affordable hotels in Gold Coast under $200”
Gold Coast, US4 of 6 AIs10 weeks13 quotes
ChatGPT · 09-07
“Its spacious apartment-style suites, kitchens, laundry facilities and convenient light-rail access make it excellent value when rates fall below A$200.”
Copilot · 07-27
“Highly rated suites with modern amenities and consistent pricing under $200.”
Copilot · 07-27
“Beachfront property offering spacious suites at competitive rates under $200.”
Google AI Mode · 07-06
“Modern, premium 5-star suites that often fall under $200 with excellent, spacious room amenities.”
Perplexity · 06-29
“Apartment-style comfort with full kitchens; occasional deals bring prices near $200.”
Copilot · 06-15
“Luxury apartment-style suites that frequently drop below $200 while offering excellent value.”
“best hotels in Gold Coast”Gold Coast, US4 of 6 AIs6 weeks6 quotes
“best hotels in Gold Coast”
Gold Coast, US4 of 6 AIs6 weeks6 quotes
Google AI Mode · 08-31
“Sky-high, award-winning apartment suites in one of Australia's tallest buildings with unobstructed 270-degree ocean views.”
Perplexity · 08-10
“Modern apartments with amenities and river views in a beachfront area of the Gold Coast.”
Gemini · 07-27
“Provides spacious, highly rated apartment-style luxury suites directly opposite the stunning coastline.”
ChatGPT · 06-29
“A high-rise apartment-style hotel offering spacious rooms and ocean views at strong value for longer stays.”
ChatGPT · 06-08
“Apartment-style accommodation with excellent ocean views.”
ChatGPT · 05-25
“Modern apartment-style suites with excellent value, kitchen facilities, and convenient tram access.”
“family friendly hotels in Gold Coast”Gold Coast, US3 of 6 AIs11 weeks12 quotes
“family friendly hotels in Gold Coast”
Gold Coast, US3 of 6 AIs11 weeks12 quotes
Gemini · 10-05
“Offering spacious, sleek all-suite accommodations with indoor pools, it provides a comfortable and convenient stay for families.”
Gemini · 09-21
“Provides spacious, self-contained multi-bedroom suites ideal for families looking for apartment-style comfort near the beach.”
Perplexity · 08-17
“Family-friendly apartments with indoor pool and river views, close to Gold Coast attractions.”
Perplexity · 08-10
“Spacious apartment-style suites with kitchen facilities ideal for families.”
ChatGPT · 07-27
“Modern serviced suites with kitchens and laundry facilities, ideal for longer family stays.”
ChatGPT · 07-13
“Spacious suites with kitchens and laundry facilities, making it a convenient choice for families.”
“boutique hotels in Surfers Paradise, Gold Coast”Gold Coast, US3 of 6 AIs4 weeks5 quotes
“boutique hotels in Surfers Paradise, Gold Coast”
Gold Coast, US3 of 6 AIs4 weeks5 quotes
Copilot · 09-14
“Stylish all-suite boutique accommodation with modern amenities and sweeping ocean views.”
Perplexity · 08-24
“All-suite boutique-style apartments with expansive layouts and ocean views, central to the area.”
Perplexity · 08-17
“All-suite luxury with balconies and extensive facilities in a prime beachfront setting.”
Google AI Mode · 05-04
“This property offers a multi-million dollar refurbished boutique stay that blends contemporary design with classic beachfront charm.”
Google AI Mode · 05-04
“Following a multi-million dollar refurbishment, this property offers a distinct boutique stay that blends contemporary design with classic beachfront charm.”
“best hotels in Gold Coast for couples”Gold Coast, US1 of 6 AIs1 week1 quote
“best hotels in Gold Coast for couples”
Gold Coast, US1 of 6 AIs1 week1 quote
Copilot · 07-27
“Spacious suites with skyline views provide a modern and romantic atmosphere.”
PER-AI MENTIONS
Mentions per AI assistant, by edition
One line per AI. Each point is the number of times the assistant named this property across the 11 prompt templates for its city, that week.
ChatGPTGeminiPerplexityGrokCopilotGoogle AI Mode
Weekly until 19 Oct 2026, monthly from November 2026
| Week | ChatGPT | Gemini | Perplexity | Grok | Copilot | Google AI Mode | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| November 2, 2026 | — | 2 | — | — | — | — | 2 |
| October 19, 2026 | — | 1 | — | — | — | 1 | 2 |
| October 12, 2026 | — | 4 | — | — | — | — | 4 |
| October 5, 2026 | 1 | 1 | — | — | 2 | — | 4 |
| September 28, 2026 | — | 1 | — | — | — | 1 | 2 |
| September 21, 2026 | — | 5 | — | — | 1 | — | 6 |
| September 14, 2026 | — | 3 | — | — | 1 | 1 | 5 |
| September 7, 2026 | 2 | 2 | — | — | 1 | 2 | 7 |
| August 31, 2026 | — | — | — | — | — | 4 | 4 |
| August 24, 2026 | — | — | 3 | — | 2 | 1 | 6 |
| August 17, 2026 | — | 2 | 5 | — | 2 | 3 | 12 |
| August 10, 2026 | — | 1 | 5 | — | — | 3 | 9 |
| August 3, 2026 | — | 2 | 4 | — | 1 | 1 | 8 |
| July 27, 2026 | 3 | 3 | 1 | — | 4 | — | 11 |
| July 20, 2026 | — | — | 1 | — | 1 | — | 2 |
| July 13, 2026 | — | — | 1 | — | 2 | — | 3 |
| July 6, 2026 | 2 | 1 | 1 | — | 1 | 2 | 7 |
| June 29, 2026 | 4 | — | 1 | — | 1 | — | 6 |
| June 22, 2026 | — | 2 | 1 | — | 3 | — | 6 |
| June 15, 2026 | 2 | 1 | 2 | — | 1 | — | 6 |
| June 8, 2026 | 5 | — | 3 | — | — | — | 8 |
| June 1, 2026 | — | — | — | — | 3 | 2 | 5 |
| May 25, 2026 | 3 | 1 | 1 | — | 3 | 2 | 10 |
| May 18, 2026 | 3 | 1 | 3 | — | — | — | 7 |
| May 11, 2026 | 2 | — | 1 | — | 3 | 2 | 8 |
| May 4, 2026 | — | 2 | 1 | — | 1 | 5 | 9 |
LINK MIX
Where AIs send users for this hotel
When the AI links the hotel, where does it point — the hotel's own site (direct), an OTA like Booking.com, a chain page like Marriott.com, or something else?
All time (156 links)
Direct 76%OTA 8%Google Travel 11%Other 4%
Week-by-week
November 2, 20260 links / 2 mentions
October 19, 20261 links / 2 mentions
October 12, 20264 links / 4 mentions
October 5, 20264 links / 4 mentions
September 28, 20262 links / 2 mentions
September 21, 20266 links / 6 mentions
September 14, 20265 links / 5 mentions
September 7, 20267 links / 7 mentions
August 31, 20264 links / 4 mentions
August 24, 20266 links / 6 mentions
August 17, 202612 links / 12 mentions
August 10, 20269 links / 9 mentions
August 3, 20268 links / 8 mentions
July 27, 202611 links / 11 mentions
July 20, 20262 links / 2 mentions
July 13, 20263 links / 3 mentions
July 6, 20267 links / 7 mentions
June 29, 20266 links / 6 mentions
June 22, 20266 links / 6 mentions
June 15, 20266 links / 6 mentions
June 8, 20268 links / 8 mentions
June 1, 20265 links / 5 mentions
May 25, 202610 links / 10 mentions
May 18, 20267 links / 7 mentions
May 11, 20268 links / 8 mentions
May 4, 20269 links / 9 mentions
Direct (own site + chain page) OTA Other