Shire of Maroochy Travel Guide

Tourist 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 showing landscape views, a 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 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 general coastal views, a coastal town and landscape 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 showing 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
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
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
The price is AU$210 per night from 30 Mar to 31 Mar
AU$210
30 Mar - 31 Mar
includes taxes & fees
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 their reviews. ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,001 reviews)
Great set up in the room with seperate storage / suitcase area

Reviewed on 17 Feb 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
The price is AU$151 per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
AU$151
29 Mar - 30 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sunshine Coast. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (956 reviews)
Beautiful feels new hotel. Great location, friendly staff, free breakfast! Room was a great size, bathroom is a little small but still nice. Would definitely stay again!

Reviewed on 3 Mar 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
The price is AU$284 per night from 16 Mar to 17 Mar
AU$284
16 Mar - 17 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Sunshine Coast. Enjoy free parking, a fitness centre and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,753 reviews)
All good and enjoyed. Only thing new internet provider need to look at connectivity at hotel. We struggled to get connected most of the time

Reviewed on 2 Mar 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
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Sunshine Coast. Enjoy free parking, a fitness centre and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,753 reviews)
All good and enjoyed. Only thing new internet provider need to look at connectivity at hotel. We struggled to get connected most of the time

Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026

Mantra Mooloolaba Beach
Landmark Resort

Landmark Resort

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

BreakFree Alexandra Beach

3.5 out of 5
Cnr. Alexandra Parade & Pacific Terrace Alexandra Headland QLD
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 staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,214 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 24 Feb 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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