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South West Mermaid Inn

2.5 star property
Family-friendly hotel with free breakfast and fitness centre

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Seasonal outdoor pool, open 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool loungers
Lobby
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Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Laundry
  • Room service
  • Pet-friendly
The current price is AU$195
includes taxes & fees
16 June - 17 June

Room options

Available filters for rooms
Showing 3 of 3 rooms

Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Kitchenette

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Fridge
Plasma TV
Renovated in 2014
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Plasma TV
Renovated in 2014
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Plasma TV
Renovated in 2014
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
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About the area

Map
545 Main Street, Yarmouth, NS, B5A1J2

What's nearby

  • Yarmouth Mall - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Yarmouth Regional Hospital - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Yarmouth Ferry Terminal - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Mariners Centre - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Yarmouth Links - 4 min drive - 2.9 km

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Mary Brown's Chicken & Taters - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬3 min walk

About this property

South West Mermaid Inn

Family-friendly hotel near Yarmouth Ferry Terminal
Located close to Yarmouth Regional Hospital and Frost Park, South West Mermaid Inn provides free continental breakfast, a bowling alley and a garden. Tee up with amenities such as a driving range at this hotel. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with dry cleaning/laundry services and a gym.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • Swimming pool with sunloungers
  • A seasonal outdoor pool, express check-out and babysitting (surcharge)
  • Tour/ticket information, free newspapers and outdoor furniture
  • A lift, a computer station and a TV in reception
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the breakfast and helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at South West Mermaid Inn boast perks, such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and separate sitting areas. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries
  • 42-inch plasma TVs with cable channels
  • Separate sitting areas, fridges and coffee/tea makers

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM

Things to do

  • Bowling alley
  • Golf driving range
  • Gym
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Bowling alley
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • Lift

More

  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1972
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Renovated entire property - May 2014

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch plasma TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator
  • Room service

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 19

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 22 December and 7 January.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total (up to 36 kg per pet)
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
17 children, up to the age of 18 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Important information

Optional extras

  • A pet fee will be charged
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts debit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
Property Registration Number RYA-2023-24-03311119315375654-545

We should mention

The seasonal pool will be open from June to September
Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Alcohol is not served at this property
Children under 15 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision

Property is also known as

South West Mermaid Inn Hotel
Best Western Mermaid Yarmouth
South West Mermaid Inn Yarmouth
South West Mermaid Inn Hotel Yarmouth

Frequently asked questions

Does South West Mermaid Inn have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool. Pool access is from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at South West Mermaid Inn?

As of 12 June 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at South West Mermaid Inn on 16 June 2025 start from AU$195.06, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is South West Mermaid Inn pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows pets (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 36 kg per pet. A fee applies. Service animals are exempt from fees.

What time is check-in at South West Mermaid Inn?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at South West Mermaid Inn?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is South West Mermaid Inn located?

This family-friendly Yarmouth hotel is located by the ocean, within a 15-minute walk of Frost Park and Yarmouth Mall. Yarmouth Regional Hospital and Yarmouth County Museum are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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South West Mermaid Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 228 out of 610 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 234 out of 610 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 99 out of 610 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 30 out of 610 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 19 out of 610 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and great. The staff was amazing!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a large, clean room and enjoyed eggs for breakfast. We especially appreciated the reasonable cost.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Hasan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Place is okay. I believe someone put a scratch on my car. Parking area is not secured.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

sandra

Staff was friendly and the area was easy access to the ferry .
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Trena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and beautiful views
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

vishnu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Would choose this accommodation again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice, clean motel. Enjoyed stay. Free breakfast was good.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rosa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely spot
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice stay... comfortable bed and slept like a dream
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Deborah

Very nice stay

The hotel was an older one but well maintained. Breakfast service was excellent as was the friendly host - John,
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy to walk to Marco’s restaurant.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathon

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Ok place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good location and property i believe for the price range this is a great choice
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great locations, friendly staff, hot protein offered with breakfast was a plus. I would recommend to others to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well maintained facility. Breakfast good but a small dining area. Very convenient to Bay Ferries terminal.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very accommodating and friendly. Room was clean, and quiet. walkable to the downtown area. beautiful scenery.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Richard

Disliked: Amenities
Staff were phenomenal. Very helpful, friendly and entertaining at breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Ann

Heating was not working and they had a space heater placed on the desk to heat the room. We were not informed of this. The electronic door did not work and the staff had to push into the door with his shoulder for it to open. Needs improvements.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Crystal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff are very friendly. Great hot breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great proximity to the Ferry to Nova Scotia.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ted

Nice property. Were able to give me a ground level room which was a great help. Nice breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Downtown location
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Clean and convenient to ferry.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms. Good breakfast. Convenient to the ferry.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024