SUBURB GUIDE
Mermaid Beach
A quieter, more residential stretch of coast squeezed between the busier Broadbeach and the café strip of Nobby Beach.
Mermaid Beach sits directly south of Broadbeach, and functions almost like its quieter extension — you get a similarly calm, patrolled beach, but with a noticeably more residential, low-key strip behind it, dominated by houses and low-rise apartments rather than towers.
The beach
Mermaid Beach's sand is wide, patrolled, and generally far less crowded than the beaches around Surfers Paradise, making it popular with families who want space without giving up proximity to Broadbeach's restaurants and shops just a short walk or drive north.
What it's known for
It's a genuinely residential suburb rather than a resort strip, with a handful of good local cafés but nothing like Nobby Beach's density. What it offers instead is quiet and space — beachfront homes, a slower pace, and easy access to everything Broadbeach has to offer.
Should you stay here?
Mermaid Beach suits travellers who want beach quiet with city convenience nearby — walk or drive a few minutes north for Broadbeach's dining and the tram, or south for Nobby Beach's café strip.
Getting there
Mermaid Beach is just south of the Broadbeach South tram stop; a short bus ride, drive, or a longer walk connects the two. It's about a 20-minute drive from Gold Coast Airport.
FAQ
Quick questions
Is Mermaid Beach part of Broadbeach?
No, they're separate suburbs, but they sit right next to each other and share a similar patrolled, family-friendly beach — Mermaid Beach is simply quieter and more residential.
Is Mermaid Beach good for a quiet family holiday?
Yes — it's one of the calmer, less built-up beach suburbs on the central Gold Coast, while still being close enough to Broadbeach and Surfers Paradise for restaurants, shops and the tram.
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