Mermaid Beach

Gold Coast

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

Putt Putt Golf Mermaid Beach

9.2/10 (19 reviews)
Enjoy a trip to Putt Putt Golf Mermaid Beach and popular activities such as golfing in Gold Coast. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
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Things to do

Moreton Island Day Trip

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

RM509
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Moreton Island Day Trip (Kayak, Snorkel & Sandboard) frm Brisbane or Gold Coast
Surfers Paradise Sightseeing Sunset River Cruise

Surfers Paradise Sightseeing Sunset River Cruise

RM78
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Surfers Paradise Sightseeing Sunset River Cruise
Surfers Paradise: 2 Hour Surf Experience on the Gold Coast

Surfers Paradise: 2 Hour Surf Experience on the Gold Coast

RM239
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Surfers Paradise: 2 Hour Surf Experience on the Gold Coast
Surfers Paradise: Gold Coast Parasailing Adventure

Gold Coast: Surfers Parasailing with Free Photos

RM270
per adult
Gold Coast: Surfers Parasailing with Free Photos
Gold Coast Buffet Lunch Sightseeing Cruise

Gold Coast Buffet Lunch Sightseeing Cruise

RM253
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Gold Coast Buffet Lunch Sightseeing Cruise
Gold Coast: Wavebreak Island Kayak, Snorkel & Fish Feeding

Gold Coast: Wavebreak Island Kayak, Snorkel & Fish Feeding

RM216
per adult
Gold Coast: Wavebreak Island Kayak, Snorkel & Fish Feeding
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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 RM1,001 per night from 17 Jul to 18 Jul
RM1,001
RM1,101 total
17 Jul - 18 Jul
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"God look for the kids."

Reviewed on 30 Jun 2026

Turtle Beach Resort
Tropicana Motel

Tropicana Motel

3.5 out of 5
2595 Gold Coast Highway Mermaid Beach QLD
The price is RM312 per night from 19 Jul to 20 Jul
RM312
RM343 total
19 Jul - 20 Jul
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! (838 reviews)
"Broken items in room need to be replaced. Microwave was helpful. Very very noisy on ground floor and a lot of light comes into the room at night."

Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026

Tropicana Motel
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 RM1,078 per night from 19 Jul to 20 Jul
RM1,078
RM1,186 total
19 Jul - 20 Jul
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. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (788 reviews)
"Excellent environment, facilities and services"

Reviewed on 30 Jun 2026

The Langham, Gold Coast and Jewel Residences
Novotel Surfers Paradise

Novotel Surfers Paradise

4.5 out of 5
Cnr Surfers Paradise Blvd and Hanlan St Surfers Paradise QLD
The price is RM562 per night from 16 Jul to 17 Jul
RM562
RM618 total
16 Jul - 17 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
8/10 Very good! (1,503 reviews)
"Our room was spacious, house keeping did an excellent job every day. The gym had limited floor space, could perhaps have some little cubby shelves to put belongings in, one of the two treadmills not working. The beach view was awesome. The lifts were noisy next to our room. Very convenient location ..."

Reviewed on 29 Jun 2026

Novotel Surfers Paradise
JW Marriott Gold Coast Resort & Spa

JW Marriott Gold Coast Resort & Spa

5 out of 5
158 Ferny Avenue Surfers Paradise QLD
The price is RM1,024 per night from 15 Jul to 16 Jul
RM1,024
RM1,127 total
15 Jul - 16 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"All are great."

Reviewed on 2 Jul 2026

JW Marriott Gold Coast Resort & Spa
Sea World Resort

Sea World Resort

Sea World Drive Main Beach Gold Coast Main Beach QLD
Fully refundable
The price is RM806 per night from 26 Jul to 27 Jul
RM806
RM887 total
26 Jul - 27 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"My daughter loved Sea World resort and sweared us to come back again. Definitely coming back here."

Reviewed on 3 Jul 2026

Sea World Resort
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Where to stay in Mermaid Beach

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

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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.

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Coolangatta

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

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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.

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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.

Mermaid Beach

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