Mermaid Beach

Gold Coast

Mermaid Beach
SkyPoint Observation Deck featuring a coastal town, general coastal views and a beach
Mermaid Beach
Mermaid Beach
Mermaid Beach
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.

Popular places to visit

Movie World showing rides

Warner Bros. Movie World

Watch stunt shows, get on superhero rides, enter the Ice Age 4D Experience and take a splash in the Wild West at Australia’s theme park version of Hollywood.

Warner Bros. Movie World
Surfers Paradise Beach which includes skyline, general coastal views and a sandy beach

Surfers Paradise Beach

This stretch of beach is known for its regular sets of rolling waves, with high-rise hotels and bustling nightlife along the sandy shore.

Surfers Paradise Beach
Cavill Avenue which includes a city, night scenes and shopping

Cavill Avenue

Bustling nightlife, great shopping and a legendary surfing beach make this avenue the exciting centre of Surfer’s Paradise on the Gold Coast.

Cavill Avenue
Dreamworld which includes rides

Dreamworld

Australia’s biggest amusement park features exciting themed areas with everything from tigers and thrilling rides to vintage V8 super-cars and TV characters.

Dreamworld
Sea World

Sea World

Who doesn’t dream of staying overnight in a water park where you can see Jet Ski stunts, life-sized Nickelodeon stars, plus dolphins, sea lions and polar bears?

Sea World
Wet\'n\'Wild Water World showing a waterpark

Wet'n'Wild Gold Coast

Get an adrenaline kick gliding through caves and tunnels or plunging down a giant water slide, or simply float and splash in a relaxing pool.

Wet'n'Wild Gold Coast

Things to do

Rainforest Skywalk

Tamborine Explorer from Gold Coast

P8,383
per adult
Tamborine Explorer from Gold Coast
Transparent Kayaking around Tangalooma Shipwrecks

Moreton Island Day Trip (Kayak, Snorkel & Sandboard) frm Brisbane or Gold Coast

P6,524
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Moreton Island Day Trip (Kayak, Snorkel & Sandboard) frm Brisbane or Gold Coast
Gold Coast: Moreton Island Day Trip with Snorkelling

Gold Coast: Moreton Island Day Trip Kayak & Sandboarding

P7,982
per adult
Gold Coast: Moreton Island Day Trip Kayak & Sandboarding
Natural Bridge Springbrook National Park

Natural Bridge & Springbrook Waterfalls Tour

P4,337
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Natural Bridge & Springbrook Waterfalls Tour
Gold Coast: Daytime Glow Worm Caves and Hop-on Hop-off Tour

Gold Coast: Daytime Glow Worm Caves and Hop-on Hop-off Tour

P4,191
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Gold Coast: Daytime Glow Worm Caves and Hop-on Hop-off Tour
2.5hr Gold Coast Kayaking & snorkelling tour

2.5hr Gold Coast Kayaking & snorkelling tour

P2,879
per adult
2.5hr Gold Coast Kayaking & snorkelling tour
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Top hotels in Mermaid Beach

Turtle Beach Resort
Turtle Beach Resort
4 out of 5
2346 Gold Coast Highway, Mermaid Beach, QLD
The price is P15,106 per night from Jul 7 to Jul 8
P15,106
P16,617 total
Jul 7 - Jul 8
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 4 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"As always the stay is great, only issue were the door handles for the bedroom and bathroom. They seem old and should probably be replaced. One fell off whilst I turned it"

Reviewed on Jun 25, 2025

Turtle Beach Resort
Tropicana Motel
Tropicana Motel
3.5 out of 5
2595 Gold Coast Highway, Mermaid Beach, QLD
The price is P3,777 per night from Jul 1 to Jul 2
P3,777
P4,154 total
Jul 1 - Jul 2
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star motel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free WiFi, a snack bar/deli, and housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (709 reviews)
"Comfortable room, good location for overnight stay while travelling for work, easy walk to light rail, buses and major shopping centre"

Reviewed on Jun 27, 2025

Tropicana Motel
voco Gold Coast by IHG
voco Gold Coast by IHG
4.5 out of 5
31 Hamilton Avenue, Surfers Paradise, QLD
The price is P5,673 per night from Jul 1 to Jul 2
P5,673
P6,241 total
Jul 1 - Jul 2
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Staff are always so friendly and accomodating. Great vibe and energy ✨️"

Reviewed on Jun 26, 2025

voco Gold Coast by IHG
Novotel Surfers Paradise
Novotel Surfers Paradise
4.5 out of 5
Cnr Surfers Paradise Blvd and Hanlan St, Surfers Paradise, QLD
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P6,278 per night from Jul 27 to Jul 28
P6,278
P6,905 total
Jul 27 - Jul 28
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,230 reviews)
"Great location and friendly staff"

Reviewed on Jun 29, 2025

Novotel Surfers Paradise
Dorsett Gold Coast
Dorsett Gold Coast
4.5 out of 5
5 The Darling Avenue, Broadbeach, QLD
The price is P5,514 per night from Jul 20 to Jul 21
P5,514
P6,065 total
Jul 20 - Jul 21
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,486 reviews)
"Great hotel in a good location Broadbeach, walking distance to Pacific Fair and public transport. I found the central heating to be quite useless at cooling the room, thought this could've just been a one off but also stayed at the Dorsett Melbourne the same week and had the same issue. Be mindful ..."

Reviewed on Jun 23, 2025

Dorsett Gold Coast
Hilton Surfers Paradise Hotel & Residences
Hilton Surfers Paradise Hotel & Residences
5 out of 5
6 Orchid Ave Surfers Paradise, Surfers Paradise, QLD
The price is P8,359 per night from Jul 1 to Jul 2
P8,359
P9,195 total
Jul 1 - Jul 2
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in Gold Coast. Enjoy free WiFi, 4 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
Great value
"Great value, convenient and close to shops and transport. Parking discount helped. The whole building needs facelift"

Reviewed on Jun 23, 2025

Hilton Surfers Paradise Hotel & Residences
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Other neighbourhoods around Mermaid Beach

Broadbeach featuring a high rise building, skyline and a beach

Broadbeach

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

Broadbeach
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Mermaid Waters

Unique features of Mermaid Waters include the bars and casinos. Make a stop by Broadbeach Sports and Recreation Centre or Gold Coast Seniors Tennis Club while you're exploring the area.

Mermaid Waters
North Burleigh Lookout

Miami

Miami is known for its pristine beaches, and you can make a stop by Miami Beach and Nobby Beach while in the area.

Miami
Gold Coast showing food, outdoor eating and drinks or beverages

Broadbeach Waters

Broadbeach Waters is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Dracula's Cabaret and Pacific Fair Shopping Centre.

Broadbeach Waters
Burleigh Beach showing a beach, city views and general coastal views

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.

Burleigh Heads
Surfers Paradise which includes a city, a beach and a sunset

Surfers Paradise

Known for its stunning beaches, luxurious spas, and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Surfers Paradise. Top attractions like Cavill Avenue and Surfers Paradise Beach are major draws. Catch the metro at Cypress Avenue Station or Florida Gardens station to see more of the city.

Surfers Paradise

Mermaid Beach