Griffith University is located in western Southport with a light rail connection to the main tourist strip and to railway stations that connect to Brisbane and Brisbane Airport. Bus lines connect the campus to the Gold Coast airport.
Hundreds of accommodation options are available on the Gold Coast in all price ranges with light rail connecting many directly to the university.
5-minute walk
https://www.mystudentvillage.com/au/griffith-university-village/short-stays/
10-minute walk
Melia Ct, Southport QLD 4215
https://www.mantra.com.au/queensland/gold-coast/southport/accommodation/mantra-at-sharks/