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South West Mermaid Inn

2.5 star property
Family-friendly hotel with free breakfast and a fitness center

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Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Room service
  • Laundry
  • Pet friendly

Room options

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Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Kitchenette

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Plasma TV
Renovated in 2014
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Plasma TV
Renovated in 2014
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Plasma TV
Renovated in 2014
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

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545 Main Street, Yarmouth, NS, B5A1J2

What's nearby

  • Yarmouth Mall - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Yarmouth Regional Hospital - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Yarmouth Ferry Terminal - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Mariners Centre - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Yarmouth Links - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Mary Brown's Chicken & Taters - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬3 min walk

About this property

South West Mermaid Inn

Family-friendly hotel near Yarmouth Ferry Terminal
Located close to Yarmouth Regional Hospital and Frost Park, South West Mermaid Inn provides free continental breakfast, a bowling alley, and a garden. Tee up with amenities like a driving range at this hotel. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with dry cleaning/laundry services and a gym.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • Swimming pool with sun loungers
  • A seasonal outdoor pool, express check-out, and babysitting (surcharge)
  • Tour/ticket assistance, free newspapers, and outdoor furniture
  • An elevator, a computer station, and a TV in the lobby
  • Guest reviews say great things about the breakfast and helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at South West Mermaid Inn feature thoughtful touches such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and separate sitting areas. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • 42-inch plasma TVs with cable channels
  • Separate sitting areas, refrigerators, and coffee/tea makers

Languages

English

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 center
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • Elevator

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

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between December 22 and January 7.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total (up to 80 lbs per pet)
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
17 children, up to the age of 18 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Important information

Optional extras

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

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

We should mention

The seasonal pool will be open from June to September
Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Alcohol is not served at this property
Children under 15 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision

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

Does South West Mermaid Inn have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool. Pool access is from 10:00 AM–10:00 PM.

Is South West Mermaid Inn pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows pets (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 80 lbs per pet. A fee applies. Service animals are exempt from fees.

What time is check-in at South West Mermaid Inn?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at South West Mermaid Inn?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is South West Mermaid Inn located?

This family-friendly Yarmouth hotel is located by the ocean, within a 15-minute walk of Frost Park and Yarmouth Mall. Yarmouth Regional Hospital and Yarmouth County Museum are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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South West Mermaid Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 231 out of 618 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 237 out of 618 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 101 out of 618 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 30 out of 618 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 19 out of 618 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

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

10/10

Staff was extremely helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10

Verry clean and comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10

Minimal breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10

On Main Street, so a little noisy
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10

Clean and great. The staff was amazing!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

We had a large, clean room and enjoyed eggs for breakfast. We especially appreciated the reasonable cost.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10

The pool was unavailable and the living room floor was dirty
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10

Place is okay. I believe someone put a scratch on my car. Parking area is not secured.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10

Staff was friendly and the area was easy access to the ferry .
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10

Great location and beautiful views
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10

Would choose this accommodation again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10

Nice, clean motel. Enjoyed stay. Free breakfast was good.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10

Lovely spot
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10

Very nice stay... comfortable bed and slept like a dream
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10

The hotel was an older one but well maintained. Breakfast service was excellent as was the friendly host - John,
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10

Ok place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10

Easy to walk to Marco’s restaurant.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10

Good location and property i believe for the price range this is a great choice
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10

Great locations, friendly staff, hot protein offered with breakfast was a plus. I would recommend to others to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10

Well maintained facility. Breakfast good but a small dining area. Very convenient to Bay Ferries terminal.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10

Staff was very accommodating and friendly. Room was clean, and quiet. walkable to the downtown area. beautiful scenery.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10

Staff were phenomenal. Very helpful, friendly and entertaining at breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10

The staff are very friendly. Great hot breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10

Great proximity to the Ferry to Nova Scotia.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024