Kings Beach Travel Guide

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Kings Beach featuring a sandy beach and a coastal town
Kings Beach featuring general coastal views
Kings Beach
Kings Beach as well as a small group of people
Kings Beach featuring a bay or harbour and a coastal town

With a friendly atmosphere, excellent surf and child-friendly entertainment, this beautiful beach is the perfect family getaway.

Kings Beach is a scenic family-friendly beach in the heart of Caloundra. As you swim in the calm waters, look back on the beach to see the Glass House Mountains rising up in the distance. Kings Beach is widely known to have the best surfing conditions in Caloundra and also has lifeguards on patrol year-round.

Take the family to the fun-filled local water playground and fountain, which spurts jets of water at surprise intervals. Walk along the shorefront and explore the fascinating rock pools. You can also go fishing, sailing, scuba diving, windsurfing or Jet Skiing off the coast. Slow the pace and simply laze on the golden sands and listen to the waves.

Have a barbecue or picnic in the grassy park area from where you will have panoramic ocean views. Dine from an outdoor terrace at one of the restaurants along the waterfront. Take a dip in the oceanfront saltwater Kings Beach Pool and explore the heritage-listed Kings Beach Bathing Pavilion, built in 1937.

Stroll along the Caloundra Coastal Path, a 25-kilometre (15.5-mile) scenic shoreline walk from Golden Beach in the south all the way to Point Cartwright in the north. The path passes by both the Kings Beach Bathing Pavilion and the historic Military Jetty.

Time your visit to Kings Beach with the annual Caloundra Music Festival. The festival hosts live music and entertainment, attracting thousands of visitors to Kings Beach Amphitheatre. If sport is more your preference, visit Kings Beach during Kings of the Coast. This 3.8-kilometre (2.4-mile) swimming race always draws a crowd.

Kings Beach is accessed through Ormond Terrace and is approximately an 80-minute drive from Brisbane along the Bruce Highway. With a year-round festive atmosphere, you’ll be assured plenty of fun and relaxation whenever you visit Kings Beach.


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Our pick of the best Kings Beach Hotel Deals

ULTIQA Shearwater Resort

ULTIQA Shearwater Resort

4.5 out of 5
The Esplanade Kings Beach QLD
The price is AU$413 per night from 1 Dec to 2 Dec
AU$413
1 Dec - 2 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Sunshine Coast. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,384 reviews)
Room was clean and tidy, and very friendly staff

Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025

ULTIQA Shearwater Resort
Rolling Surf Resort

Rolling Surf Resort

4 out of 5
10 Levuka Avenue Kings Beach QLD
The price is AU$390 per night from 4 Dec to 5 Dec
AU$390
4 Dec - 5 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach aparthotel in Sunshine Coast. Enjoy a beach locale, a fitness centre and a garden. Popular attractions Kings Beach and Caloundra Street Fair ...
9/10 Wonderful! (759 reviews)
Clean spacious room. Close to Surf Club. Restaurants and fish and chip shop downstairs. Large pool area. Great surf beach.

Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025

Rolling Surf 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$167 per night from 14 Dec to 15 Dec
AU$167
14 Dec - 15 Dec
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (853 reviews)
The room was so amazing! Clean & comfortable, even the TV had a personal greeting to me! I'm back for another 2nights this week & am looking forward to staying again 💖💯

Reviewed on 22 Nov 2025

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sunshine Coast by IHG
Mercure Sunshine Coast Kawana Waters

Mercure Sunshine Coast Kawana Waters

4.5 out of 5
9 Florey Boulevard Birtinya QLD
The price is AU$152 per night from 7 Dec to 8 Dec
AU$152
7 Dec - 8 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Sunshine Coast. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,008 reviews)
Great stay - nice and quieta nd nice dark room. Bed is super comfy and nice little treats to enjoy.

Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025

Mercure Sunshine Coast Kawana Waters
Ramada By Wyndham Marcoola Beach

Ramada By Wyndham Marcoola Beach

4 out of 5
923 David Low Way Marcoola QLD
The price is AU$199 per night from 1 Dec to 2 Dec
AU$199
1 Dec - 2 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Sunshine Coast. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,008 reviews)
Clean great staff

Reviewed on 29 Nov 2025

Ramada By Wyndham Marcoola Beach
Oaks Sunshine Coast Oasis Resort

Oaks Sunshine Coast Oasis Resort

4.5 out of 5
2 Landsborough Parade Golden Beach QLD
The price is AU$199 per night from 1 Dec to 2 Dec
AU$199
1 Dec - 2 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Sunshine Coast. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,673 reviews)
Needs new furniture and more blanket

Reviewed on 28 Nov 2025

Oaks Sunshine Coast Oasis Resort
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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Caloundra

Caloundra is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Caloundra Events Center and Bulcock Beach, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Sunshine Coast.

Caloundra
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Moffat Beach

Unique features of Moffat Beach include the beaches and cafes. Make a stop by Moffat Beach or Shelly Beach while you're exploring the area.

Moffat Beach
Golden Beach which includes windsurfing and general coastal views

Golden Beach

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

Golden Beach
Mooloolaba featuring landscape views, a sandy beach and views

Mooloolaba

A noteworthy feature of Mooloolaba is its stunning beaches. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out The Wharf Mooloolaba and Mooloolaba Esplanade.

Mooloolaba
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
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Buderim

Buderim is noteworthy for its spas, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Buderim Forest Park Nature Refuge and Headland Golf Club.

Buderim


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