Merrimac Travel Guide
Tourist Guide


Popular places to visit

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.

The Star Gold Coast
Why not try your luck with a visit to The Star Gold Coast during your visit to Gold Coast? Stroll along the seaside or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.

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.

Kirra Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Kirra Beach during your travels in Gold Coast? Stroll along the seaside in this family-friendly area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

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.

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.
Activities

Surfers Paradise Sightseeing Sunset River Cruise

Surfers Paradise Sightseeing River Cruises

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

Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary Entry Ticket

Surfers Paradise Sightseeing City Lights Cruise
Our pick of the best Merrimac Hotel Deals

Novotel Surfers Paradise
Rooms were
Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026

Voco Gold Coast
Ocean view perfect
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026

Dorsett Gold Coast
It was ok. Not amazing, but ok.
Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026

Meriton Suites Surfers Paradise
Yes ocean view, amenities excellent
Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026

Mercure Gold Coast Resort
Room was clean but smelt musty. Very comfortable bed and pillows. Main pool closed due to maintenance. Pizza from cafe was terrible
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026

QT Gold Coast
I had a city view room and it was wonderful. Comfy bed, large towels, good air con (would be nice if we could switch it to quiet mode). Staff were great and the food at Stingray and Yamogen was phenomenal.
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Merrimac

Robina
Well liked for its shopping and golf courses, Robina is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Cbus Super Stadium and Robina Town Centre, and jump on the metro at Robina Station to get around the city.

Carrara
Golf courses, restaurants and beaches highlight some of the noteworthy features of Carrara. Make a stop by Emerald Lakes Golf Club or People First Stadium while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

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.
