Tropicana Motel

3.5 star property
3.5-star motel near The Star Gold Coast

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Shopping mall
Loft | Living area
Front of property
Shopping mall
Beach nearby

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available

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2595 Gold Coast Highway, Mermaid Beach, QLD, 4218
  • Place, Pacific Fair Shopping Centre
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, The Star Gold Coast
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Gold Coast, QLD (OOL-Coolangatta)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Room options

Queen Motel Suite

7.6 out of 10
Good
(36 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Family Double

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 48 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 7
  • 3 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Triple Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(17 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

Triple Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • Free WiFi

Family Suite

  • Sleeps 7
  • Free WiFi

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds

7.8 out of 10
Good
(16 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Room, 1 Bedroom

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 53 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Twin Beds and 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Superior Queen Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

Family Queen Room

  • Sleeps 6
  • Free WiFi

House

  • 160 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 King Beds
  • Free WiFi

Loft

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 140 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 King Beds, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

House

  • Sleeps 6
  • Free WiFi

Family Apartment

  • Sleeps 8
  • Free WiFi

Loft

  • Sleeps 8
  • Free WiFi

One-Bedroom Room

  • Sleeps 6
  • Free WiFi

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About the area

Gold Coast

Mermaid Beach stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this Mermaid Beach motel, you'll find Pacific Fair Shopping Centre and The Star Gold Coast. Surfers Paradise Beach and Cavill Avenue are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Pacific Fair Shopping Centre - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Dracula's Cabaret - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • The Oasis - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • The Star Gold Coast - 14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Broadbeach South Light Rail Station - 6 min walk
  • Varsity Lakes Station - 16 min drive
  • Coolangatta Airport (OOL) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Motto Motto - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Outback Steakhouse - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪BiN 232 - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪T2 - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Tropicana Motel

3.5-star motel near The Star Gold Coast
There's a snack bar/deli on site. WiFi is free in public spaces. Tropicana Motel also features an outdoor pool and express check-out.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Gold Coast motel.

  • 1 building
  • 17 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Deli
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Smoking in designated areas
Tropicana Motel offers 17 air-conditioned accommodations with hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries.

This Gold Coast motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. 40-inch LED televisions come with digital channels. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided once per stay.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Tile flooring in room

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 40-inch LED TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
This property enforces quiet hours from 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
All guests, including children, are required to present a valid government-issued ID card at check-in.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: AUD 150 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

This property's breakage deposit is refundable via credit card within 7 days after check-out, pending room inspection.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • A late check-out fee will be charged

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit 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
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and window guards
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and cash. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector and window guards in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property Registration Number 98 612 823 515

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
  • Guests may experience noise disturbance due to nearby construction work.
  • Alcohol isn't served at Tropicana Motel.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Tropicana Motel to the airport?

Tropicana Motel is 14.4 mi (26-min drive) away from the Coolangatta Airport (OOL) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Tropicana Motel?

As of Apr 30, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Tropicana Motel on May 13, 2026 start from CA $106, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Tropicana Motel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Tropicana Motel.

How close is Tropicana Motel to the beach?

This motel is a short 7-minute walk from Kurrawa Beach and 2.5 mi (13-min drive) from Surfers Paradise Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Tropicana Motel offer free breakfast?

Tropicana Motel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Tropicana Motel?

No, there is no casino at this motel, but The Star Gold Coast (10-min walk) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Tropicana Motel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Tropicana Motel?

Free parking is not available at this motel.

Does Tropicana Motel have a pool?

Tropicana Motel features an outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

Does Tropicana Motel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Tropicana Motel to downtown Gold Coast?

Tropicana Motel is 1.5 mi away from Gold Coast.

Tropicana Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 345 out of 824 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 295 out of 824 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 98 out of 824 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 35 out of 824 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 51 out of 824 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Iracema

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room is tidy, and the staff are polite.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Darryl

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and friendly receptionist
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Lorraine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The condition was great, except for the cockroaches.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Joanne

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room A needs a complete overhaul. The ceiling in the room has water stains and paint peeling, the walls looked like they needed cleaning or repainting and the window sills had bugs and dust on them. The bathroom ceiling was worse. It looked like it was going to collapse. The exhaust fan is in desperate need of a clean - full of dust. The mirror was masking taped to the wall. With no shower screen the floor got very wet and there was inadequate hanging space to dry out the floor mat. The pull out clothes line can't hold a drenched floor mat. The location of the motel is awesome though. Pacific Fair, the casino, the beach and the light rail all are within walking distance.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities
It is a convenient hotel near Broardbeach. The staff are courteous and the sheets, towels and everything is clean. The rooms could do with a makeover butt they are cheap so I'm satisfied.
First room of family room.
Kitchen of family room
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

Donald

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Not a 24hr receptoon. The reception person should know eating places near to their motel
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Marcelo

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Melissa

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Rooms are very basic but clean and tidy. Beds are not comfortable at all though. Parking was horrific! We had to park on the otherside of the highway and walk to and from the property. Location is easy walking to Pac Fair and Tram station. Very busy location and rooms aren't sound proofed. Pool is a nice touch but wasn't inviting at all. Staff checking in was nice. Staff checking out couldnt be bothered to look up. We stayed 2 nights. They charge extra for additional towels blankets etc. Not bad for budget accommodation on a one night stay but i have stayed at motels that charge less that had so much more value, atmosphere and amenities.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

4/10 Poor

Tony

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
The room was clean but seriously spend some money on new proper mattress and pillows as the ones you have are disgusting.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

Samjhana

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
All good. Very convenient location. Highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was clean and comfortable. The fridge was a good size . The shower was great with excellent water pressure.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

JORGE

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was good ,
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness
Good value at peak season. Small room, average bed. Great air-conditioning. Staff were very understanding when I slept in and checked out one hour late. A small $20 fee I believe was quite reasonable. Reception stayed open an extra hour to accommodate us. A five star, 3 star hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Patrick

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Easy enough of a place. It had all the modern cons, but it was over priced for what it is.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

robert wain

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean enough good spot nice staff
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

Sujan

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very stuffed rooms, a lot of rules, they dont even give you complimentory cold water. Good thing- welcoming receptinist, central location and availibility of parking.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vinícius

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean, amenities were provided. Overall excellent experience
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jaime

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It’s ok for short stays
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Zen

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

Ian

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
dangerous steps leading up to our room; cockroaches in the room...
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Manu

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Wei, Quakers Hill

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place to stay. Good price
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025