Shire of Maroochy

Travel Guide

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Where to stay in Shire of Maroochy

Maroochydore showing landscape views, a sandy beach and tropical scenes

Maroochydore

Maroochydore is known for its beaches, and you can plan a trip to Maroochydore Beach and Sunshine Plaza while you're in town.

Maroochydore
Coolum Beach showing landscape views and a beach as well as a couple

Coolum Beach

The beaches and seaside views are top of the list for many visitors to Coolum Beach. A stop by Aqua Fun Park or Coolum Beach might round out your trip.

Coolum Beach
Alexandra Headland which includes a coastal town, landscape views and general coastal views

Alexandra Headland

Travellers to Alexandra Headland praise its stunning beaches. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Alex Beach and Mooloolaba Esplanade.

Alexandra Headland
Montville which includes a house

Montville

Montville is noteworthy for its spas, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Kondalilla Falls and Kondalilla National Park.

Montville
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Cotton Tree

When in Cotton Tree, you can plan a visit to Maroochydore Beach and Sunshine Plaza, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Cotton Tree
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Marcoola

The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Marcoola. A stop by Marcoola Beach or Mount Coolum National Park might round out your trip.

Marcoola
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sunshine Coast by IHG
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sunshine Coast by IHG
4 out of 5
42 First Avenue and Fairway Drive, Maroochydore, QLD
The price is S$150 per night from 13 Jul to 14 Jul
S$150
13 Jul - 14 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Sunshine Coast. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (729 reviews)
Great quick stay hotel
"We always love our stay at the Holiday Inn Express! The location is super convenient to Sunshine Plaza and is a short walk to the Esplanade. Rooms are always so clean and comfortable, perfect for our family’s needs. The hotel was extremely busy over the school holiday time, so they could have done ..."

Reviewed on 5 Jul, 2025

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sunshine Coast by IHG
Mantra Mooloolaba Beach
Mantra Mooloolaba Beach
4.5 out of 5
Cnr Mooloolaba Esplanade & Venning St, Mooloolaba, QLD
The price is S$237 per night from 29 Jul to 30 Jul
S$237
29 Jul - 30 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Sunshine Coast. Enjoy free parking, a fitness center, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,639 reviews)
Great value and location
"Amazing service and environment."

Reviewed on 1 Jul, 2025

Mantra Mooloolaba Beach
Ramada By Wyndham Marcoola Beach
Ramada By Wyndham Marcoola Beach
4 out of 5
923 David Low Way, Marcoola, QLD
The price is S$158 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
S$158
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Sunshine Coast. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,004 reviews)
"We had moved and was exhausted. We booked in the last few nights and an extra night and it felt spaceous, a relief from the chaoticness of our moving mess, takeaway, sunset, a wine and relax. The staff were great. The book in simple. Lovely view and relaxing."

Reviewed on 1 Jul, 2025

Ramada By Wyndham Marcoola Beach
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Mantra Mooloolaba Beach
Mantra Mooloolaba Beach
4.5 out of 5
Cnr Mooloolaba Esplanade & Venning St, Mooloolaba, QLD
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Sunshine Coast. Enjoy free parking, a fitness center, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,639 reviews)
Great value and location
"Amazing service and environment."

Reviewed on 1 Jul, 2025

Mantra Mooloolaba Beach
Landmark Resort
Landmark Resort
4 out of 5
11 Mooloolaba Esplanade, Mooloolaba, QLD
Stay at this 4-star spa aparthotel in Sunshine Coast. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,008 reviews)
"Great location at Mooloolaba. Ocean views from our apartment. Amenities were fantastic. Wished I stayed longer."

Reviewed on 1 Jul, 2025

Landmark Resort
BreakFree Alexandra Beach
BreakFree Alexandra Beach
3.5 out of 5
Cnr. Alexandra Parade & Pacific Terrace, Alexandra Headland, QLD
Stay at this 3.5-star family-friendly aparthotel in Sunshine Coast. Enjoy free parking, 3 outdoor pools, and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,159 reviews)
"The pools were amazing so nice to have a lot to choose from. Well maintained. The doors being so heavy would relly slam if you let them. Not a hotel issue but maybe a reminder on the doors to consider others who may be sleeping and close the door quietly not let it slam."

Reviewed on 4 Jul, 2025

BreakFree Alexandra Beach
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Popular places to visit

Mooloolaba showing a beach and a coastal town

Mooloolaba Esplanade

5/5(10 reviews)

Walk along the waterfront, have a barbecue on the grassy parklands, let the kids enjoy the playground and shop in the boutique shops after a swim in the ocean.

Mooloolaba Esplanade
Underwater World Sea Life which includes interior views and marine life as well as a couple

SEA LIFE Sunshine Coast Aquarium

Watch seals play with their trainers, sharks swim above your head and dolphins jump out of the water at this award-winning marine park.

SEA LIFE Sunshine Coast Aquarium
Maroochydore Beach

Maroochydore Beach

4.5/5(11 reviews)

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Maroochydore Beach during your travels in Maroochydore? While in this family-friendly area, find time to visit its shops.

Maroochydore Beach
Big Pineapple

Big Pineapple

1/5(1 review)

Enjoy an outing to Big Pineapple during your stay in Sunshine Coast. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the spas in this relaxing area.

Big Pineapple
Alex Beach which includes mountains and general coastal views

Alex Beach

Spend the day on this stretch of sun-drenched beach and surf some of the best waves on the Sunshine Coast.

Alex Beach

Coolum Beach

4.5/5(17 reviews)

Nothing says holiday like spending a lazy day at Coolum Beach, a popular beach in Sunshine Coast. Make time for the spas and surfing spots in this family-friendly area.

Coolum Beach
Sunshine Coast featuring a house, boating and a river or creek

Sunshine Coast

Mapleton which includes a park, a lake or waterhole and wetlands

Mapleton