Mermaid Beach Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
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

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Warner Bros. Movie World

4.5/5(1,242 reviews)

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
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Cavill Avenue

4/5(2,815 reviews)

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
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Dreamworld

4/5(582 reviews)

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
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Sea World

4.5/5(1,225 reviews)

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
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Wet'n'Wild Gold Coast

4.5/5(878 reviews)

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
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Surfers Paradise Beach

4.5/5(3,401 reviews)

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

Activities

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

AU$179
Per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Moreton Island Day Trip (Kayak, Snorkel & Sandboard) frm Brisbane or Gold Coast
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Dracula's - Dinner & Show

AU$115
Per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Dracula's - Dinner & Show
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Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary Entry Ticket

AU$65
Per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary Entry Ticket
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Surfers Paradise: Buffet Dinner Sightseeing Cruise

AU$119
Per adult
Surfers Paradise: Buffet Dinner Sightseeing Cruise
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Gold Coast: SkyPoint Observation Deck Ticket

AU$36
Per adult
Gold Coast: SkyPoint Observation Deck Ticket
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Gold Coast Buffet Dinner Sightseeing Cruise

AU$119
Per adult
Gold Coast Buffet Dinner Sightseeing Cruise
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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$390 per night from 4 Nov to 5 Nov
AU$390
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Fantastic resort for families with young or older children. The staff were top notch, we were able to check in a little bit early and were given a grocery bag with eggs, bread, milk and breakfast cereals for the following morning plus activity packs for the kids, free drinks vouchers and kids club ..."

Reviewed on 23 Oct. 2024

Turtle Beach Resort
Novotel Surfers Paradise
Novotel Surfers Paradise
4.5 out of 5
Cnr Surfers Paradise Blvd and Hanlan St, Surfers Paradise, QLD
The price is AU$183 per night from 24 Nov to 25 Nov
AU$183
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
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! (1,095 reviews)
Love This Hotel
"I loved this hotel! The pool was amazing, location incredible! Staff so friendly, and the amenities so great! I really really loved this hotel and will for sure stay there again when we come back."

Reviewed on 27 Oct. 2024

Novotel Surfers Paradise
voco Gold Coast, an IHG Hotel
voco Gold Coast, an IHG Hotel
4.5 out of 5
31 Hamilton Avenue, Surfers Paradise, QLD
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$199 per night from 31 Oct to 1 Nov
AU$199
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,006 reviews)
"Excellent would definitely recommend this one and we will definitely be back"

Reviewed on 28 Oct. 2024

voco Gold Coast, an IHG Hotel
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$380 per night from 7 Nov to 8 Nov
AU$380
includes taxes & fees
7 Nov - 8 Nov
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (425 reviews)
"Overall it’s a nice hotel but not worth the price. Facilities are really nice and it’s a beautiful location. The day I went the pool area was very windy but the next day was stunning. It does seem it’s in a wind tunnel and sun is limited. Indoor pool, gym and sauna are really nice. Main complaint ..."

Reviewed on 28 Oct. 2024

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$175 per night from 3 Nov to 4 Nov
AU$175
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,465 reviews)
"The Dorset was great. It’s adjacent to casino for 1/2 price and so much nicer than casino. Rooms and beds very comfortable. Will stay again"

Reviewed on 25 Oct. 2024

Dorsett Gold Coast
Crowne Plaza Surfers Paradise, an IHG Hotel
Crowne Plaza Surfers Paradise, an IHG Hotel
4.5 out of 5
2807 Gold Coast Highway, Surfers Paradise, QLD
The price is AU$219 per night from 4 Nov to 5 Nov
AU$219
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,008 reviews)
"Pool area, breakfast and dining on-site were all great. Pool would suit family, and breakfast buffet had lots of selection. Right across the road from a tram stop, so easy to get to and from. Mostly quiet. Interior a little tired and shower was too hot (struggled to change temp), but staff were great, ..."

Reviewed on 28 Oct. 2024

Crowne Plaza Surfers Paradise, an IHG Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Mermaid Beach

Broadbeach which includes a sandy beach, a high-rise building and skyline

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
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Miami

Miami is popular for its beaches, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to North Burleigh Lookout or Nobby Beach.

Miami
Gold Coast which includes food, drinks or beverages and outdoor eating

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 high-rise building, 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 showing a city, a sunset and a sandy beach

Surfers Paradise

Cavill Avenue 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.

Surfers Paradise

Mermaid Beach Travel Guide

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