Title: Book the Best CHEAP Hotels in Mermaid Waters, Gold Coast - Mermaid Waters Cheap Hotels | Expedia.ca [Vacation Rentals in Gold Coast](https://expedia.ca/Gold-Coast-Vacation-Rentals.d180064.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)[Flights to Gold Coast](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Gold-Coast.d180064.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Gold Coast](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Gold-Coast.d180064.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Mermaid Waters Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Mermaid-Waters.d12012.Car-Rental-Guide)[Mermaid Waters Vacations](https://expedia.ca/Mermaid-Waters.d12012.Destination-Travel-Guides) ![Aerial panorama of Mermaid Beach suburb and Gold Coast city skyline, Queensland, Australia](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/12012/1b00d470-03eb-416b-b288-f154caa554d1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=500&q=medium) # Find Cheap Hotels in Mermaid Waters, Gold Coast - ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Change your mind Book hotels with free cancellation - ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__deals.svg) ### Treat yourself Sign in to save 10% or more on thousands of hotels [Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login) - ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__bed.svg) ### Be picky Search almost a million properties worldwide ## Check availability on Mermaid Waters Cheap Hotels Tonight [Nov 18 - Nov 19](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=12012&startDate=2025-11-18&endDate=2025-11-19&adults=2&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true&travelerType=budget_property) Tomorrow [Nov 19 - Nov 20](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=12012&startDate=2025-11-19&endDate=2025-11-20&adults=2&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true&travelerType=budget_property) This weekend [Nov 21 - Nov 23](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=12012&startDate=2025-11-21&endDate=2025-11-23&adults=2&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true&travelerType=budget_property) Next weekend [Nov 28 - Nov 30](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=12012&startDate=2025-11-28&endDate=2025-11-30&adults=2&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true&travelerType=budget_property) ## Top Mermaid Waters Cheap Hotels ## Top Mermaid Waters Hotel Reviews ### The Star Grand at The Star Gold Coast 10/10 Excellent "Fabulous location with lovely views and incredible venue at your doorstep. " [](https://expedia.ca/Gold-Coast-Hotels-The-Star-Grand-At-The-Star-Gold-Coast.h6921.Hotel-Information) ### Meriton Suites Broadbeach, Gold Coast 10/10 Excellent "Excellent room amenities, clean and spacious." [](https://expedia.ca/Gold-Coast-Hotels-Meriton-Suites-Broadbeach.h14728472.Hotel-Information) ### Mantra Legends Hotel 10/10 Excellent "Yes room was very clean awesome views friendly staff " [](https://expedia.ca/Gold-Coast-Hotels-Mantra-Legends-Hotel.h62684.Hotel-Information) ### RACV Royal Pines Resort Gold Coast 10/10 Excellent "Very impressed with cleanliness of room and facilities. All staff were helpful and friendly. Buffet breakfast had great options. " [](https://expedia.ca/Gold-Coast-Hotels-RACV-Royal-Pines-Resort-Gold-Coast.h425456.Hotel-Information) ### Mantra on View Hotel 10/10 Excellent "The room was good but the bathroom tub didn't have shower curtain and because of that bathroom was getting messy whenever we took shower " [](https://expedia.ca/Gold-Coast-Hotels-Mantra-On-View-Hotel.h10478.Hotel-Information) ### Peppers Soul Surfers Paradise 10/10 Excellent "This hotel is in the perfect location, with easy access to everything. Our car never left the parking garage. The rooms are spacious, and the beds are comfy. We will definitely be back." [](https://expedia.ca/Gold-Coast-Hotels-Peppers-Soul-Surfers-Paradise.h4619963.Hotel-Information) ### JW Marriott Gold Coast Resort & Spa 10/10 Excellent "The pool area is great rooms clean and comfy." 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Guided by our site's handy page filters, you can search by price per night, or by top amenities like free parking and free WiFi. If you're hoping for reasonable options around local sights, such as Broadbeach Sports and Recreation Centre or Gold Coast Seniors Tennis Club, try out the location filters to narrow down your search. While you browse, click the heart button to keep track of your favorites so that you can return to them easily when you're ready to decide. Interested in a flight or a rental car too? Take a look at the Bundle and Save vacation packages and discover big savings by booking transportation at the same time. ### What is there to see and do in Mermaid Waters? > Mermaid Waters is known for its festivals and casino gaming, and offers plenty to see and do without spending a fortune. You can budget for the top local attractions that interest you most, such as Kirra Beach and Warner Bros. Movie World, and then look for sights and activities that cost little or nothing at all. Check out the area's cultural spots like Dracula's Cabaret and Home of the Arts, or hunt for bargains with some shopping at Pacific Fair Shopping Centre. ### How can I get to Mermaid Waters and get around on a budget? > Checking out these ways to get around Mermaid Waters can help keep you on budget. The nearest airport is 9.9 mi (15.9 km) away from the center in Coolangatta Airport (OOL). 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