Merrimac Travel Guide
Gold Coast
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.
Kirra Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Kirra Beach during your travels in Gold Coast? Stroll along the seaside in this romantic area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
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.
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 beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.
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.
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.
Things to do
Surfers Paradise Sightseeing Sunset River Cruise
Surfers Paradise Sightseeing River Cruises
Surfers Paradise Sightseeing City Lights Cruise
Surfers Paradise: Guided Gold Coast Amphibious Bus Tour
Surfers Paradise: Sightseeing Midday River and Canal Cruise
Top hotels in Merrimac
Novotel Surfers Paradise
All good
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026
voco Gold Coast by IHG
The room, hotel and amenities met all of our family needs. We will definitely be back! Thank you
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
Meriton Suites Broadbeach, Gold Coast
Check in and check out staff are amazing and courteous.
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
Hilton Surfers Paradise Hotel & Residences
Big Thankyou to Cathy and the breakfast buffet staff all do a wonderful job in the breakfast shift. Wonderful service at the Hilton Surfers Paradise from reception, concierge and to the cleaners. I travel with a special needs group and its their favourite place to stay. Thankyou so much.
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
Dorsett Gold Coast
Beautiful location, lovely to chill by the swimming pool, and loved our panoramic room with views of the skyline and sunset from the west
Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026
The Star Grand at The Star Gold Coast
Great
Reviewed on 8 Feb 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.
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.
Broadbeach Waters
Broadbeach Waters is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Dracula's Cabaret and Pacific Fair Shopping Centre.
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.
Mermaid Beach
Mermaid Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Nobby Beach and Putt Putt Golf Mermaid Beach, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Gold Coast.
Miami
Miami is popular for its beaches, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Miami Beach or Nobby Beach.
