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South West Mermaid Inn

2.5 star property

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Seasonal outdoor pool, pool loungers
Seasonal outdoor pool, pool loungers
Seasonal outdoor pool, pool loungers

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is AU$208
includes taxes & fees
26 June - 27 June

Explore the area

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545 Main Street, Yarmouth, NS, B5A1J2
  • Place, Yarmouth Mall
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Frost Park
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Yarmouth County Museum
    ‪16 min walk‬

Room options

Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Kitchenette

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(9 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(24 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Yarmouth

A family-friendly stay in Yarmouth awaits you at South West Mermaid Inn. Within just a 15-minute stroll, you'll find Frost Park and Yarmouth Mall. Highlights at this hotel include free continental breakfast and a 24-hour business centre. .Enjoy the gym, seasonal outdoor swimming pool and pool loungers as well as access to a bowling alley. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, laundry facilities and a microwave in a common area. Each morning free breakfast is served. .Sights within a 20-minute walk of this Yarmouth hotel include Yarmouth Regional Hospital and Yarmouth County Museum.

What's nearby

  • Firefighters' Museum - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • W. Laurence Sweeney Fisheries Museum - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Yarmouth Mall - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Frost Park - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Yarmouth County Museum - 16 min walk - 1.4 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Wendy's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Marco's Grill & Pasta House - ‬8 min walk

About this property

South West Mermaid Inn

South West Mermaid Inn offers its guests a fitness centre and a seasonal outdoor pool. A computer station is on site, and both WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. There's an onsite 24-hour business centre. Free breakfast is served daily. A vending machine, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at the family-friendly South West Mermaid Inn.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Yarmouth hotel.

  • 45 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 1972
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Business centre (24 hours)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Express check-out
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Garden
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Microwave in a common area
South West Mermaid Inn offers 45 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features a safe and coffee/tea makers. This accommodation offers separate sitting areas. 42-inch plasma televisions come with cable channels. Rooms have partially open bathrooms. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM

Things to do

  • Bowling alley
  • Golf driving range
  • Gym
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Bowling alley
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • Lift

More

  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1972
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Renovated entire property - May 2014

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch plasma TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator
  • Room service

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 19

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 22 December and 7 January.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets are welcome for a fee
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 80 lb per pet)
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 17 children 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • A pet fee will be charged
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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 debit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
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 debit cards. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

Property Registration Number RYA-2023-24-03311119315375654-545

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in July and close in September.
  • Up to 17 children aged 18 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply. To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Alcohol isn't served at South West Mermaid Inn.

Property is also known as

South West Mermaid Inn Hotel
Best Western Mermaid Yarmouth
South West Mermaid Inn Yarmouth
South West Mermaid Inn Hotel Yarmouth

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to South West Mermaid Inn?

The closest beach to South West Mermaid Inn is Pembroke Beach (3.3 km).

How much does it cost to stay at South West Mermaid Inn?

As of 17 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at South West Mermaid Inn on 26 June 2026 start from AU$208, including 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 South West Mermaid Inn have a pool?

South West Mermaid Inn has a seasonal outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger. The pool is open from July to September.

Is South West Mermaid Inn family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as babysitting services, laundry facilities and an on-site bowling alley, it's no surprise that South West Mermaid Inn is a hit with families.

Does South West Mermaid Inn serve breakfast?

Yeah, our visitors highly rate the free continental brekkie here! Served daily between 6:00 AM and 9:00 AM, this is the spot to fuel up for a big day full of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at South West Mermaid Inn?

No, South West Mermaid Inn does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at South West Mermaid Inn?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

South West Mermaid Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 304 out of 767 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 283 out of 767 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 122 out of 767 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 32 out of 767 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 26 out of 767 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

paul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very warm welcome and smooth check in experience for our last minute stay! The rooms were clean and the beds very comfortable. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Dean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good place to work out of
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

laurie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quaint hotel, really like the hot breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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6/10 Okay

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We been in March w(inter hours), there was no breakfast as advertised.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very pleasant stay in Yarmouth

Front desk staff was awesome.
Sunset view from front of hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

Caely

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and close to great eateries
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Shawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
For the price, it was excellent
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Breakfast was very nice!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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8/10 Good

Dorothy

Liked: Staff & service
Breakfast quick, varied choices, friendly
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Agnes

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful people and place. Would stay with them again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The morning manager and breakfast was very good.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Liked: Staff & service
Nice friendly staff, hot breakfast included, old establishment, lumpy bed.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Paquin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and comfortable beds!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Abdelaziz

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
I like the property always I choose to stay there when in town
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good motel
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly service and good breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place was easily accessible to everything; the room was very clean and well kept; the breakfast offers were delicious
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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8/10 Good

Dorothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was really good
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Front desk staff is so nice and made the first impression awesome! Room nice and clean
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Glenn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Property was convenient and quite close to downtown and water.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent value for money. Very helpful staff
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Safe, clean and very convenient to the ferry.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

sanjay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel good for a short stay. Staff were welcoming and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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8/10 Good

Marlin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy to find location, clean!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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8/10 Good

Emily

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Good stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025