Mermaid Beach Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A beach with high-rise buildings in the background.
A coastal city with a beach, high-rise buildings, and a hilly landscape in the background.
A beach with waves and a sunset.
A beach with a city skyline in the background.
A coastal cityscape with a beach, residential areas, and distant mountains under a cloudy sky.
Mermaid Beach is one of the Gold Coast’s most coveted seaside strips. Millionaires, not mermaids, reside in this beachfront locale.

Naturally, Mermaid Beach has some of the area’s best dining, ranging from modern Australian to a diversity of Asian cuisines. Check out Mermaid Beach’s collection of 18-hole golf courses and spend the day perfecting your putt. If you haven’t got a spare few million dollars, don’t fret: there are plenty of accommodation options here, from caravan parks to serviced apartments.


Stay near popular Mermaid Beach attractions

Activities


Our pick of the best Mermaid Beach Hotel Deals

Turtle Beach Resort

Turtle Beach Resort

4 out of 5
2346 Gold Coast Highway Mermaid Beach QLD
The price is AU$365 per night from 24 Nov to 25 Nov
AU$365
24 Nov - 25 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 4 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
Turtle Beach Resort
Tropicana Motel

Tropicana Motel

3.5 out of 5
2595 Gold Coast Highway Mermaid Beach QLD
The price is AU$117 per night from 4 Nov to 5 Nov
AU$117
4 Nov - 5 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a snack bar/deli and housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.2/10 Very good! (861 reviews)
"The receptionist was very helpful. The room is dated but comfortable. The location is great. Easy walking distance from Broadbeach South tram stop and Pacific Fair shopping Centre."

Reviewed on 20 Oct 2026

Tropicana Motel
Browns Broadbeach

Browns Broadbeach

3.5 out of 5
2591 Gold Coast Highway Mermaid Beach QLD
The price is AU$115 per night from 5 Nov to 6 Nov
AU$115
5 Nov - 6 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Surfers Paradise Beach and Pacific Fair Shopping ...
6.2/10 (123 reviews)
"Very disappointing experience. The room was dirty and unhygienic, with cockroaches crawling around and dirty, smelly bedsheets. The air conditioning was not functioning properly, and the bathtub was out of order. To make matters worse, the staff at the front desk were rude and unprofessional. The ..."

Reviewed on 16 Oct 2026

Browns Broadbeach
The Langham, Gold Coast and Jewel Residences

The Langham, Gold Coast and Jewel Residences

5 out of 5
38 Old Burleigh Road Surfers Paradise QLD
The price is AU$450 per night from 15 Nov to 16 Nov
AU$450
15 Nov - 16 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
The Langham, Gold Coast and Jewel Residences
Dorsett Gold Coast

Dorsett Gold Coast

4.5 out of 5
5 The Darling Avenue Broadbeach QLD
The price is AU$189 per night from 22 Nov to 23 Nov
AU$189
22 Nov - 23 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,568 reviews)
"It was a great stay. Thank you"

Reviewed on 25 Oct 2026

Dorsett Gold Coast
Voco Gold Coast

Voco Gold Coast

4.5 out of 5
31 Hamilton Avenue Surfers Paradise QLD
The price is AU$170 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
AU$170
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Good location at a reasonable price"

Reviewed on 23 Oct 2026

Voco Gold Coast
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Our guide on where to stay in Mermaid Beach

Find the best Mermaid Beach areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Mermaid Beach
Learn more about Mermaid Beach

Surfers Paradise

Surfers Paradise Beach and Home of the Arts are a few top attractions in Surfers Paradise. Hop around the city on the metro at Cypress Avenue Station or Florida Gardens station and check out the area's stunning beaches, luxurious spas and popular shops.

Broadbeach

The stunning beaches, first-class casinos and popular shops are notable features of Broadbeach. Make a stop by The Oasis or The Star Gold Coast while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Broadbeach South Light Rail Station to get around town.

Coolangatta

The stunning beaches and popular shops are just a few highlights of Coolangatta. Make a stop by Kirra Beach or Coolangatta Beach while you're exploring the area.

Burleigh Heads

A noteworthy feature of Burleigh Heads is its stunning beaches. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Burleigh Beach and Burleigh Head National Park.

Southport

Beaches, spas and theme parks are some highlights of Southport. Make a stop by Australia Fair Shopping Centre or Gold Coast Aquatic Centre while you're exploring.



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