Shire of Maroochy

Travel Guide

Hills and pasture of the Sunshine Coast hinterland.
Hills and pasture of the Sunshine Coast hinterland.
Sunrise at the beach at Cotton Tree.
This was a cloudy morning but sunrise is always beautiful from this spot looking out to sea over the Maroochy river. #weekendgetaway
Sunset over the Maroochy river looking out to sea. Always beautiful. #weekendgetaway #colorful

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Where to stay in Shire of Maroochy

Maroochydore featuring tropical scenes, landscape views and a sandy beach

Maroochydore

Travelers come to Maroochydore for its beaches, and you can see top attractions like Maroochydore Beach and Sunshine Plaza while you're in town.

Maroochydore
Coolum Beach which includes a sandy beach and landscape views 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 showing landscape views, general coastal views and a coastal town

Alexandra Headland

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

Alexandra Headland
Cotton Tree Caravan Park

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
Montville featuring 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
Marcoola beach on the Sunshine Coast in Queensland Australia #beachbound

Marcoola

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

Marcoola
Novotel Sunshine Coast Resort

Novotel Sunshine Coast Resort

4 out of 5
270 Ocean Drive, Sunshine Coast Twin Waters QLD
$132 nightly
The price is $145 total per night from Mar 8 to Mar 9
$145 total
Mar 8 - Mar 9
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Sunshine Coast. Enjoy free parking, a beach locale, and room service. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,000 reviews)
Great set up in the room with seperate storage / suitcase area

Reviewed on Feb 17, 2026

Novotel Sunshine Coast Resort
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
$99 nightly
The price is $109 total per night from Mar 22 to Mar 23
$109 total
Mar 22 - Mar 23
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sunshine Coast. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (953 reviews)
Excellent, helpful frontdesk staff. Parking off property was not a problem. Close to Mooloolaba beach, King beach, etc. GREAT shopping mall across the street. Good location.

Reviewed on Feb 23, 2026

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
$200 nightly
The price is $200 total per night from Mar 8 to Mar 9
$200 total
Mar 8 - Mar 9
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in Sunshine Coast. Enjoy free parking, a fitness center, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,751 reviews)
Room was excellent. Reception staff were fantastic.

Reviewed on Feb 20, 2026

Mantra Mooloolaba Beach
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Mantra Mooloolaba Beach

Mantra Mooloolaba Beach

4.5 out of 5
Cnr Mooloolaba Esplanade & Venning St Mooloolaba QLD
Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in Sunshine Coast. Enjoy free parking, a fitness center, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,751 reviews)
Room was excellent. Reception staff were fantastic.

Reviewed on Feb 20, 2026

Mantra Mooloolaba Beach
Landmark Resort

Landmark Resort

4 out of 5
11 Mooloolaba Esplanade Mooloolaba QLD
Book a stay at this spa aparthotel in Sunshine Coast. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
Landmark Resort
BreakFree Alexandra Beach

BreakFree Alexandra Beach

3.5 out of 5
Cnr. Alexandra Parade & Pacific Terrace Alexandra Headland QLD
Book a stay at this 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! (1,213 reviews)
Lovely resort, clean and very friendly. Well equipped rooms, everything you need. The pools are fun. Great location across from Alex beach, walkable to Moloollaba or Maroochydore.

Reviewed on Feb 24, 2026

BreakFree Alexandra Beach
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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