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Blue Heron Motel

Property class: 3.5

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a balcony.
A wall with a leaf pattern, two planters with plants, and a building in the background.
A modern hotel entrance with a leaf-patterned wall, a reception desk, and large potted plants.
A person relaxing on a striped lounge chair with a wicker table holding a fruit bowl.
A poolside area with lounge chairs, towels, and a hat.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
The current price is $136
$124 nightly
$136 total
Total with taxes and fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20

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2323 Gold Coast Highway, Mermaid Beach, QLD, 4218
  • Place, Mermaid Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Nobby Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Pacific Fair Shopping Centre
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Gold Coast, QLD (OOL-Coolangatta)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Family Room, Non Smoking

A modern hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed with a view, and a desk with a chair.

Family Room, Non Smoking

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Twin Bunk Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Twin Room, Non Smoking

A hotel room with two beds, each with a blue and white bedspread, a ceiling fan, and a framed picture on the wall.

Twin Room, Non Smoking

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(22 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a small table, a ceiling fan, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(56 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Queen Room

A modern bathroom with a glass shower enclosure, a white sink with a cabinet, a toilet, and a window above the sink.

Deluxe Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A modern bathroom with a glass shower enclosure, a white sink with a cabinet, a toilet, and a window above the sink.

Large Family Room

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Twin Room

A modern bathroom with a glass shower enclosure, a white sink with a cabinet, a toilet, and a window above the sink.

Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Gold Coast

With a stay at Blue Heron Motel in Gold Coast (Mermaid Beach), you'll be a 4-minute drive from The Star Gold Coast and 7 minutes from Carrara Markets. .This beach motel is 3.7 mi (5.9 km) from Surfers Paradise Beach and 3.8 mi (6.1 km) from Cavill Avenue.
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What's nearby

  • Mermaid Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Nobby Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Pizzey Park Sporting Complex - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Pacific Fair Shopping Centre - 4 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Kurrawa Beach - 4 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

  • Broadbeach South Light Rail Station - 3 min drive
  • Varsity Lakes Station - 18 min drive
  • Coolangatta Airport (OOL) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Oxley 1823 - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Norté - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Buoy - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Holliday - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Grill'd - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Blue Heron Motel

Blue Heron Motel offers 14 air-conditioned accommodations with espresso makers and safes. Pillowtop beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include showers and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. 32-inch LCD televisions come with digital channels and Netflix. Additionally, rooms include complimentary newspapers and complimentary bottled water.

Recreational amenities at the motel include an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Make yourself at home in one of the 14 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and LCD televisions. Your pillowtop bed comes with Egyptian cotton sheets. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have showers and hair dryers.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. Additional features at this motel include complimentary wireless internet access, tour/ticket assistance, and a picnic area.
Featured amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Free self parking is available onsite.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Things to do

  • Fitness classes
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-width doorways

More

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • Mosquito nets
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with digital channels
  • Netflix

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM

Early check-in subject to availability

Contactless check-in available

Express check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Contactless check-out available

Late check-out subject to availability

Late check-out fee: AUD 30.00

Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staffed during limited hours

To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

If you are planning to arrive after 3:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

2 children, up to the age of 3 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room

Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

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Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Breakage deposit: AUD 100 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Late check-out fee: AUD 30.00 (subject to availability)

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 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The seasonal pool will be open from January to December
Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Construction is underway at a neighboring building and there may be noise disturbance from the construction work

Property is also known as

Ocean Blue Mermaid Beach

Ocean Blue Motel

Ocean Blue Motel Mermaid Beach

Blue Heron Motel Mermaid Beach

Blue Heron Mermaid Beach

Blue Heron Motel Motel

Blue Heron Motel Mermaid Beach

Blue Heron Motel Motel Mermaid Beach

Blue Heron Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 407 out of 487 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 64 out of 487 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 487 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 487 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 487 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Narelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice motel
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Theo

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Excellent location and clean with s good price. Will be staying there again
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, Amazing Rooms and stylish costal vibe surroundings. Onsite parking available was an added bonus. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, short walk down to the beach. Parking out the front, exceptionally clean and comfortable rooms. Central swimming pool in the motel too.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Eleanor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean and exactly what we needed for an overnight stay. I will book again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Fernanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place I highly recommend it.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Narelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Quieter than expected being on the GC Highway.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Wei

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alvin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
the best motel we ever stay , the rexeption is really helpfull and friendly. dont think twice when you want to find a motel around g coast
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very friendly and helpful. Great location. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

malcolm

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Welcoming staff and clean apartment
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Hayley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room for short stay travellers. It has absolutely everything one could need. Comfortable stay!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Hari

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Motel for a stay. Only thing I would suggest is a flexible shower head.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Elissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Booked in for a work trip. The rooms were clean and comfortable. In a great location, short walk from the beach and heaps of restaurants
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice little motel. Nice friendly staff. Easy check in. Room was a decent size, very clean and well equipped. Would definitely stay again and highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and comfortable, and surpisingly quiet despite being on the highway. Great value for money. Would stay there again. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great accomodation, very clean, beds comfy and perfect location for the beach. Thanks would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Harish

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love it
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Benito Andion

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Short walk to the beach.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Haidee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Fantastic hotel. Comfy beds and top location close to everything.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check in easy. Location excellent. Parking available. Room spotless. Very happy with our stay here.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Olivia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean and comfortable room, lovely pool and lawn area and just a few blocks back from the beach. The staff were also lovely and so accommodating.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, nice pool area, had our two children with us fine for them, staff lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Trudy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great little motel - loved it.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

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