The Beachfront Hotel Guide 
A list by Tomas Mazowski.
This guide was last updated in December 2022. Hey! I love staying in a nice beachfront hotel - being able to go straight from your room down to the ocean is a priceless feeling. To help save some time when booking your next vacation I've put together this list of beachfront hotels and resorts in Sunshine Coast. I hope you will like it!
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1 Seahaven Noosa Beachfront Resort Noosa Heads, Australia
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Overlooking beautiful Laguna Bay, the renovated Seahaven Resort offers sophisticated, modern holiday apartments with direct access to Noosa’s Main Beach. The cafes, restaurants and shops of Hastings Street are on the doorstep.
Each apartment at Seahaven Noosa Beachfront Resort has a private balcony, full kitchen, air conditioning and a private bathroom with hairdryer. The large living area features satellite TV and a DVD/CD player. Some studios have a balcony.
Facilities include 3 heated swimming pools, a spa pool, and a children’s wading pool. Guests have access to a fitness centre and 2 beachfront barbecue areas.
Free secure covered car parking is provided at Seahaven Resort. It is just 25 minutes’ drive from Sunshine Coast Airport and Noosa Fair Shooping Centre is only 1.5 km from the resort.
Guest review score 8.9
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2 On The Beach Noosa Resort Noosa Heads, Australia
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Located on the Laguna Bay beachfront, these self-contained apartments include a spa bath and private balcony with ocean views. Guests enjoy an outdoor pool, a spa pool and a fitness centre.
On The Beach Noosa is located on Hastings Street, which offers many shopping and dining options. Noosa National Park is a 15-minute drive, and Sunshine Coast Airport is a 35-minute drive away.
All air-conditioned apartments have BBQ facilities and a kitchenette or kitchen with a microwave and refrigerator. Each apartment has a living room with a TV and DVD player.
The hotel also offers a sunny terrace, concierge services and a guest laundry. Free parking is available on request.
Guest review score 8.8,
rooms from around 838 AUD.
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3 Rumba Beach Resort Caloundra, Australia
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Overlooking the pristine environs of the Pumicestone Passage with the famous Glass House Mountains as a backdrop, Rumba Beach Resort is located in the heart of Caloundra on the beachfront and surrounded by a variety of restaurants, cafes and retail outlets.
Free undercover parking on site.
Offering elegant one, two and three - bedroom apartments with fully-equipped kitchens the Rumba Beach Resort is perfect for couples, families and friends getting away to the coast for some fun in the sun.
Complimentary tea/percolated coffee and muffins provided to all inhouse guests from 7am - 10am daily at 26 Degrees Bar.
Guest review score 8.8,
rooms from around 410 AUD.
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4 Peninsular Beachfront Resort Mooloolaba, Australia
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The Peninsular Beachfront Resort features self-contained apartments overlooking Mooloolaba Beach and Bay. Guests can relax in the heated pool or sauna, play a game of tennis or work out at the state-of-the-art fitness centre.
The spacious, modern apartments each include a fully equipped kitchen, laundry facilities and a lounge area with a flat-screen TV. Guests can dine at one of 3 restaurants, each offering room service.
Centrally located, the Peninsular offers easy access to the area’s boutiques and theme parks. Many Sunshine Coast attractions are located nearby, including Underwater World and the Mooloolaba Wharf and Esplanade.
The Peninsular is 15-minutes from the Sunshine Coast Airport.
Guest review score 8.6
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5 Pacific Beach Resort Mooloolaba, Australia
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Pacific Beach Resort offers self-contained apartments with a balcony, offering panoramic views of Mooloolaba Beach, which is 50 metres away. It houses a heated swimming pool, a sauna and a tennis court. Guests enjoy Free WiFi .
The resort is just 1.5 km from Underwater World, Queensland’s largest aquarium and oceanarium. It is within 6 km of Maroochydore and Sunshine Plaza Shopping Centre. Twin Waters Golf Club and Sunshine Coast Airport are 14 km away.
The spacious air-conditioned apartments feature living and dining areas equipped with a flat-screen TV and a DVD player. Private bathrooms come with bath and shower facilities. The full kitchen includes cooking and laundry facilities, a microwave and a dishwasher.
Guests of Pacific Beach can use the fully equipped barbecue area or head to the recreation room, where they can enjoy playing video games, table tennis, or a game of billiards. On-site parking is free.
Guest review score 8.5,
rooms from around 406 AUD.
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6 Moorings Beach Resort Caloundra, Australia
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Situated in Caloundra, 400 metres from Golden Beach, Moorings Beach Resort features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking and a garden. Built in 2000, this 4-star resort is within 19 km of SEA LIFE Sunshine Coast Aquarium and 24 km of Australia Zoo. The property is non-smoking and is set 16 km from Aussie World.
All rooms are fitted with air conditioning, a fridge, a microwave, a kettle, a shower, free toiletries and a wardrobe. The rooms come with a private bathroom with a hairdryer, while selected rooms also feature a kitchen with an oven. At the resort every room includes bed linen and towels.
Moorings Beach Resort offers 4-star accommodation with a sauna.
Big Pineapple is 32 km from the accommodation, while Maleny Botanic Gardens & Bird World is 39 km from the property. The nearest airport is Sunshine Coast Airport, 30 km from Moorings Beach Resort.
Guest review score 8.4
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7 Grand Palais Beachside Resort Alexandra Headland, Australia
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Grand Palais Beachside Resort overlooks the Alexandra Headland Beach, and is a short 30 metres from the patrolled area of Alex Beach. It offers a restaurant, a heated outdoor pool and free parking on site.
Air-conditioned guest rooms are fitted with a washing machine, a DVD player and a flat-screen TV. Each comes with either a kitchenette or a full kitchen. The en suite bathroom comes with shower and a hairdryer.
The staff at the tour desk can assist with booking tickets to the Australia Zoo, or arranging day tours to Frazer Island. An undercover barbecue area is located next to the pool
Guests can enjoy authentic asian cuisine dishes for lunch and dinner at the Black Curry Asian Kitchen.
Beachside Resort Grand Palais is 50 metres from “The Bluffs” Surf Break, and is 1 km from Mooloolaba. It is within a 10-minuite drive of Maroochydore, the Headland Golf Course and Sunshine Plaza. Sunshine Coast Airport is 14 km away.
Guest review score 8.2
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8 Ramada By Wyndham Marcoola Beach Marcoola, Australia
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Situated directly on the beach, Ramada by Wyndham Marcoola Beach offers modern accommodation and a variety of leisure facilities. It is ideally positioned for exploring the Sunshine Coast including Noosa and the Hinterland. Guests enjoy a 60-metre lagoon-style swimming pool, a children’s pool.
This resort offers a choice of private rooms or self-contained apartments, many offering ocean views. The apartments feature a separate living room and a fully equipped kitchen. All accommodation offers satellite TV, a refrigerator and tea/coffee making facilities.
Ramada by Wyndham Marcoola Beach is set halfway between Maroochydore and Coolum. Nearby attractions include Underwater World, The Big Pineapple, Aussie World and Steve Irwin's Australia Zoo.
Guest review score 7.6,
rooms from around 189 AUD.
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9 Majorca Isle Beachside Resort Maroochydore, Australia
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Majorca Isle Beachside Resort is located along Sixth Avenue, opposite Maroochydore Surf Life Saving and Bowls Club. The resort offers beachside accommodation, a heated pool and free private parking.
Apartments at Majorca Isle come with private balconies and 2 bathrooms. A fully equipped kitchen, TV with free cable channels and ceiling fans are included.
Guests can relax by the barbecue area or exercise at the full-size tennis court. The resort also has a games room, children’s play area and a tour desk.
Majorca Isle Beachside Resort is a 10-minute drive from Maroochydore Airport. This is a beachfront hotel.
Guest review score 8.6
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10 Sand Dunes Resort Accommodation Marcoola, Australia
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Located 150 metres from Marcoola Beach, this resort offers guests access to a hot tub, a resort-style swimming pool and a fitness centre. Both private apartments and villas are available.
All Sand Dunes Resort Accommodation includes a fully equipped kitchen, balcony, lounge/dining areas, laundry facilities and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Some accommodation options offers a private rooftop terrace, swimming pool or hot tub.
Guests can enjoy a meal in the BBQ area or relax in the tropical gardens. The tour desk books theme park tickets, Fraser Island trips and tours of the Glasshouse Mountains.
Sand Dunes Resort is 5 minutes’ walk from local restaurants, shops and pubs and 5 minutes’ drive from Sunshine Coast Airport. There are several beaches within 10 km and Steve Irwin’s Australia Zoo is 40 km away.
Guest review score 9.0
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11 Atlantis Marcoola Marcoola, Australia
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Just 2 minutes’ walk from Marcoola Beach, this resort offers a heated lagoon-style pool, a hot tub and half-size tennis and basketball courts. All accommodation at Atlantis Marcoola features a balcony and cooking facilities.
Guests can enjoy a fitness centre, jumping pillow, children’s playground and a covered BBQ area. There is a games room with billiards, an air hockey table and car racing machines.
Atlantis Marcoola Beachfront Resort is a 5-minute drive from both Sunshine Coast Airport and Novotel Twin Waters Golf Course. Maroochydore is 10 km away and Mooloolaba is 15 km away.
All accommodation is air conditioned and offers a stove, microwave and refrigerator. Each apartment or studio has a dining area and a sofa. Some apartments offer a hot tub or ocean views.
Guest review score 8.6
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12 Alex Seaside Resort Alexandra Headland, Australia
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Just a 2-minute walk from the patrolled Alexandra Headland beach, this resort offers holiday apartments with panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean. Guests have access to a heated pool with spa pool.
Alex Seaside Resort is situated between Mooloolaba and Maroochydore in the heart of the Sunshine Coast. It is a 15-minute drive to Sunshine Coast Airport.
These spacious studios and apartments offer open-plan living areas with flat-screen cable TV and a kitchenette or full kitchen. Each has a private bathroom with spa bath, and most have laundry facilities.
Free secure underground parking is provided. Facilities at Alexandra Headland Seaside Resort include BBQ facilities, a large rooftop terrace, and a games room with a pool table.
Guest review score 8.5
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13 Kalua Holiday Apartments Maroochydore, Australia
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Kalua Holiday Apartments are situated in Maroochydore on the Sunshine Coast. Located just 50 metres from the beach, it features a large outdoor swimming pool and 3 barbecue areas.
Each apartment at Kalua Maroochydore has a sunny north-facing outlook with large balcony overlooking the tropical gardens and pool. All apartments include a kitchen with refrigerator, microwave and laundry.
Facilities include a tennis court, large swimming pool and spa pool. The complex is in a quiet location surrounded by tropical gardens. Free secure underground parking is provided.
Kalua Apartments are located opposite the beaches of Alexandra Headlands and Maroochydore. Restaurants, cafes, public transport and the shopping centre are all within 10 minutes’ drive.
Guest review score 8.5
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14 Gemini Resort Caloundra, Australia
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Gemini Resort features a beachfront location, and is a short 100 metres from Golden Beach shopping precinct. Overlooking Pumicestone Passage and the Caloundra, it offers a lagoon-style heated pool, a tennis court and free parking on site.
Self-contained apartments have a full kitchen with a stove, a microwave and a fridge. Amenities include laundry facilities, a DVD player and a TV with in-house movies. The en suite bathroom comes with shower and a hairdryer.
The property has a barbecue area set beside the tennis court. Other facilities include a sauna room. Laundry and dry cleaning services are offered.
Resort Gemini is a 2-minute drive from Caloundra's main shopping centre. It is within a 15-minute drive of Aussie World Pub and the Aussie World Theme Park. The Maroochydore Airport is a 30-minute drive away.
Guest review score 8.4
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15 Saltwater Villas - Pet Friendly Accommodation Mooloolaba, Australia
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Located in the heart of Mooloolaba, Saltwater Villas is a 5-minute walk to restaurants, cafes, and shops. Guests enjoy a swimming pool and free on-site parking. The property offers three Waterfront Villas, a Waterfront House, a Garden View Villa, and upstairs studio rooms with balconies, If you require a ground floor please ask if the ground studio is available.
The pet-friendly Mooloolaba Saltwater Villas are a 5-minute walk to Mooloolaba Beach and a 10-minute walk to Alexandra Headland Beach or Underwater World, Aussie World is a 15-minute drive away and Australia Zoo is a 35-minute drive. Pet Minding Available, aBond & fees apply.
The property also offers spa treatments massage, facials etc, as well as use of kayaks & SUP boards.
Each air-conditioned Waterfront Villa offers a full kitchen & Laundry, while the studio offers tea/coffee facility only with a balcony and a TV. The Waterfront house includes a private pool while the Villas have access to a shared pool.
Guest review score 8.4,
rooms from around 288 AUD.
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16 ULTIQA Shearwater Resort Caloundra, Australia
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ULTIQA Shearwater Resort is located a short 50 metres from Kings Beach, and a 3-minute drive from the Bulcock Patrolled Beach. It offers 2 restaurants, a heated outdoor pool and free undercover parking.
Air-conditioned guest rooms are fitted with a fridge, tea/coffee making facilities and a flat-screen TV with cable channels. Rooms feature a large balcony. The en suite bathroom comes with toiletries and a hairdryer.
Guests can work out at the gymnasium or unwind in the sauna room. The staff at the tour desk can assist in arranging trips to the Australia Zoo, Underwater World and the Fraser Island.
Local dishes can be enjoy at the on site restaurants.
Resort Shearwater is within a 30-minute drive of the Underwater World, the Australia Zoo and the Sunshine Coast Airport.
Guest review score 7.7
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17 Oceanus Bokarina Beach Kawana Waters, Australia
Hotel. Situated in Kawana Waters, 600 metres from Kawana Beach, Oceanus Bokarina Beach features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a garden. Featuring a restaurant, the property is located within 10 km of SEA LIFE Sunshine Coast Aquarium. The accommodation provides a sauna, free WiFi and family rooms. All rooms are fitted with air conditioning, a fridge, a dishwasher, a kettle, a shower, a hairdryer and a wardrobe. At the hotel the rooms include a balcony, a private bathroom and a flat-screen TV. Aussie World is 16 km from Oceanus Bokarina Beach, while Australia Zoo is 25 km from the property. The nearest airport is Sunshine Coast Airport, 21 km from the accommodation. Guest review score 8.0, rooms from around 405 AUD.
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18 Novotel Sunshine Coast Resort Twin Waters, Australia
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Situated on Queenslands Sunshine Coast, Novotel Sunshine Coast Resort is set in tropical gardens surrounding a central private lagoon with its own sandy beaches.
The resort offers an extensive range of activities including complimentary water sports, an outdoor swimming pool and spa and a gym.
Novotel Sunshine Coast Resort offers guests a range of dining options, ranging from full breakfasts to takeaway meal options and alfresco bar. Pampering treatments are available in the Day Spa. Overwater Bungalows and Executive Rooms refurbished in 2021.
Novotel Sunshine Coast Resort is located just 7km from Sunshine Coast Airport.
Up to 2 children (15 years and under) stay free when sharing with parents. This is a beachfront hotel.
Guest review score 7.3,
rooms from around 168 AUD.
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19 The Retreat Beach Houses Peregian Beach, Australia
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Just 150 metres from Peregian Beach, The Retreat is a 5-acre property with a tennis court, a lagoon-style swimming pool and barbecue facilities. It offers self-contained accommodation with free Wi-Fi and a private balcony overlooking native garden or some with partial ocean views.
The Retreat Beach Houses are 5 minutes’ drive from Peregian Beach Village, with many shopping and dining options. Noosa Heads is a 10-minute drive, and Steve Irwin’s Australia Zoo is a 45-minute drive away.
The free-standing, self-contained houses have laundry facilities and a full kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven. Each house has a spacious living room with flat-screen satellite TV and a DVD player.
Guest review score 9.1
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20 Glen Eden Beach Resort Peregian Beach, Australia
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Located halfway between Noosa and Coolum, Glen Eden Beach Resort offers self-catering accommodation in a fantastic beachfront location. All townhouses have private balconies and patios with views of the pool, pond or gardens.
The resort is made up of 35 townhouses, with 1, 2 and 3-bedroom units on offer. Each townhouse features separate bedrooms, a spacious living and dining area and a well-equipped kitchen.
There is a swimming pool at Glen Eden and the beautiful Peregian Beach is just a short walk away through the resort’s pretty gardens. Other leisure facilities at the resort include a games room and barbecue facilities.
The Glen Eden Beach Resort is 10 minutes' drive from Noosa.
Guest review score 9.0
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21 La Mer Sunshine Beachfront Sunshine Beach, Australia
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Overlooking beautiful Sunshine Beach, La Mer Apartments offer ocean-facing accommodation with a private balcony. The property features a heated swimming pool, free in-room Wi-Fi and a poolside BBQ area.
The modern air-conditioned apartments have a spacious living area with flat-screen cable TV and a DVD player. Each apartment has laundry facilities and a fully equipped kitchen.
La Mer Beachfront Apartments are 5 minutes’ drive from Noosa Aquatic Centre, and 10 minutes’ drive from Hastings Street, with its many shopping and dining options. Sunshine Coast Airport is 30 km away.
Enjoy the warm sunshine by the pool, or prepare a meal in the BBQ area. The tour desk can book offshore fishing tours and trips to Fraser Island. Free secure parking is available on site.
Guest review score 8.9
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22 Salerno On The Beach Marcoola, Australia
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Only 20 metres from Marcoola Beach, Salerno On The Beach features a tennis court, a solar-heated swimming pool and barbecue facilities. It offers apartments with a private balcony and full or partial ocean views.
Salerno On The Beach is just 5 minutes’ drive from Sunshine Coast Airport, and 20 minutes’ drive from Underwater World. Steve Irwin’s famous Australia Zoo is a 35-minute drive away.
All apartments have laundry facilities and a full kitchen with a dishwasher, microwave and an oven. Each apartment has a separate living room with a flat-screen TV and a DVD player. Some apartments also have a spa bath.
The property also features a children’s playground and free covered parking.
Guest review score 8.9
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23 Aqua Promenade Beachfront Holiday Apartments Sunrise Beach, Australia
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Boasting beautiful ocean views from all apartment balconies, Aqua Promenade Beachfront Holiday Apartments is a complex with no onsite manager and is perfectly positioned, 1-minute walk from Sunrise Beach and a short walk from a cafe. Each apartment has its own private BBQ and guests have access to the complex's swimming pool.
Apartment access is via an individual key safe.
Aqua Promenade Apartments is 5 minutes’ drive from Noosa Junction, where you will find shops, a supermarket, restaurants and cinema. It is 10 minutes' drive from Hastings Street, the beach and National Park. Underwater World and Sunshine Coast Airport are within 40 minutes’ drive from the property and Australia Zoo is 50 minutes' drive away.
All apartments offer fully equipped kitchens, combined lounge/dining areas with flat-screen TV's, air-conditioning, 2 bathrooms and a laundry.
Guest review score 8.8
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24 Pandanus Coolum Beach Coolum Beach, Australia
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Pandanus Coolum Beach Resort offers spacious, well-appointed holiday apartments just metres from Coolum Beach. All have private front and rear balconies and terraces with outdoor furniture and views of the ocean.
Pandanus’s holiday apartments include LCD TVs with cable TV. All have full kitchens with a microwave, dishwasher and laundry facilities.
The holiday apartments have extensive tropical gardens with a covered gas BBQ area and an outdoor lagoon-style heated pool and hot tub.
The Pandanus is a 20 minute drive from Noosa and Maroochydore, and only 10 minutes from the Sunshine Coast airport.
Guest review score 8.7
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25 Beachcomber on the Spit Mooloolaba, Australia
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Offering direct access to Mooloolaba Beach, these self-contained apartments have fully equipped kitchen and laundry facilities. Guests have access a heated swimming pool and barbecue facilities.
Beachcomber on the Spit is located between beautiful Mooloolaba Beach and the picturesque Mooloola River, just 5 minutes’ stroll from Mooloolaba cafes and shops.
Each apartment features a plasma-screen TV with cable channels, DVD player, air conditioning and 2 bathrooms. Ironing facilities and a hairdryer are included. Some apartments also have a private terrace.
Secure underground parking is provided at Beachcomber on the Spit Mooloolaba.
Guest review score 8.6
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26 Camargue Beachfront Apartments Maroochydore, Australia
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Camargue Beachfront Apartments overlook the patrolled Maroochydore Beach on Queensland's beautiful Sunshine Coast. The property offers accommodation that encompasses the carefree coastal lifestyle, and there is secure car parking (for vehicles less than 1.8m high) with individual lock-up garages for each unit.
All apartments have 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a full kitchen, and laundry facilities. Ground floor apartments have front and back courtyards with access to the complex facilities. All Rooftop Apartments have ocean views and feature private rooftop terraces, great for relaxing and watching the ocean. The deluxe courtyard apartment has its own private plunge pool.
The property boasts a large heated swimming pool as well as a hot spa. Electric BBQs are provided under a covered patio which is set in tropical gardens. Sun lounges, tables, and chairs are available for guests' enjoyment relaxing by the pool.
All apartments have lift access for easy access to apartments for luggage or mobility issues. Most balconies enjoy views of beautiful Maroochydore beach. WiFi is FREE
Camargue Beachfront Apartments Maroochydore are only a 10-15 minutes drive from Twin Waters Golf Course, Maroochy River Golf Club, Mooloolaba's UnderWater World and so is the Sunshine Coast Airport. The World famous Australia Zoo is a 25-minute drive and just a little further up to Maleny and Montville for a unique shopping experience.
Guest review score 8.6
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27 Surfcomber on the Beach Maroochydore, Australia
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Just 25 metres from Maroochydore Beach, Surfcomber on the Beach Apartments offer a private balcony. The property features an outdoor pool and free on-site parking.
Laundry facilities and a full kitchen with a dishwasher and microwave are standard in all apartments. Each air-conditioned apartment features flat-screen TV with cable channels and a DVD player. WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Surfcomber on the Beach is 5 minutes’ drive from Underwater World and Horton Park Golf Club. Australia Zoo is a 30-minute drive, and Sunshine Coast Airport is 12 km away.
Guest review score 8.6
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28 Northwind Beachfront Apartments Mooloolaba, Australia
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Northwind Beachfront Apartments is located on the northern end of Mooloolaba Esplanade's dining and shopping precinct. The self-contained apartments feature a full kitchen, a private balcony and laundry facilities.
All apartments have a spacious lounge area with a DVD player and cable TV. The kitchen is equipped with an oven, a fridge, a stove and a toaster. Some rooms enjoy views of the ocean.
The property has a fitness room, a heated outdoor pool, sauna facilities and a hot tub. Free parking is provided. There is also a barbecue area with seating.
Northwind Mooloolaba is just 200 metres from the popular Mooloolaba Beach. It is a 20-minute drive from Sunshine Coast Airport and 4.4 km from Sunshine Plaza. Brisbane International Airport is an hour’s drive away.
Guest review score 8.3,
rooms from around 375 AUD.
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29 Mantra Mooloolaba Beach Mooloolaba, Australia
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Centrally located on The Esplanade, Mantra Mooloolaba Beach features 2 heated swimming pools and a rooftop deck offering lovely city and sea views. The refurbished suites boast a balcony and a spa bath. It is 10 minutes' walk from Mooloolaba Beach.
Mantra Mooloolaba Beach Hotel is just metres from several shops, restaurants and public transport. It is 15 minutes' drive from Sunshine Coast Airport and Noosa Heads. Brisbane is 90 minutes' drive away.
Each of the air-conditioned suites offer stylish décor, a kitchenette or fully equipped kitchen, a dining setting and laundry facilities. All include a lounge area with a sofa and a flat-screen TV.
Guest review score 8.1,
rooms from around 269 AUD.
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30 Marcoola Beach Resort Marcoola, Australia
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Situated by the white sands of Marcoola Beach, this resort features a lagoon-style pool, full-size tennis court and an air-conditioned fitness room. Each spacious apartment has a full kitchen and a large private balcony.
Sunshine Coast Airport is a 5-minute drive from Marcoola Beach Resort Holiday Apartments. Noosa is a 30-minute drive away.
The large open-plan apartments at Marcoola Beach Resort include granite kitchen surfaces and stainless steel European kitchen appliances.
All apartments are equipped with cable TV, DVD player and air-conditioned living areas. Laundry facilities and a marble bathroom with bathtub and shower are provided.
Guests enjoy direct access to the beach, which is just across the sand dunes. Facilities include a sauna, heated spa, lagoon pool, half-size basketball court and 2 outdoor entertaining areas with BBQs.
Guest review score 8.1
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31 The Beach Retreat Coolum Coolum Beach, Australia
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Featuring views of Coolum Beach, The Beach Retreat Coolum offers a heated outdoor swimming pool, 2 spa pools, sauna, children’s pool, games room and an on-site cafe. Free covered parking is provided.
The retreat is located on the beachfront in the heart of Coolum Beach and just a 15-minute drive from Sunshine Coast Airport.
The Beach Retreat Coolum features a choice of stylishly appointed, fully air-conditioned rooms and apartments. All feature a private balcony, some with ocean views. The apartments have a fully equipped kitchen and laundry facilities.
Coolum Beach Retreat is 100 metres from Coolum Surf Club and a 7-minute drive from Mount Coolum National Park. It is a 20-minute drive from Underwater World and the Noosa.
Guest review score 8.0,
rooms from around 220 AUD.
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32 84 The Spit Holiday Apartments Mooloolaba, Australia
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Just 3 minutes’ walk from Underwater World, 84 The Spit Holiday Apartments offer self-catering accommodation with direct access to Mooloolaba Beach and glorious ocean views. The property features an outdoor swimming pool.
The Spit Apartments all come with cable TV and a DVD player. Each apartment has laundry facilities and a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher, microwave and refrigerator.
The 84 tour desk can provide sightseeing advice and book activities including fishing, scuba diving and whale watching. Car rental facilities are also available.
84 The Spit Holiday Apartments are located 2 minutes’ walk from the Mooloolaba Surf Club. The shops and cafés on the Esplanade are just 5 minutes’ walk along the beach.
Guest review score 9.2,
rooms from around 480 AUD.
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33 Alexandria Apartments Alexandra Headland, Australia
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Just 1 minute's walk from Alex Beach, Alexandria Apartments offer a private balcony with beautiful ocean views. Guests can enjoy a heated swimming pool, a sauna and a free mini golf course.
The spacious air-conditioned apartments include a kitchen with a microwave, oven, hotplate and cooking utensils. Each apartment has laundry facilities and a living room with flat-screen cable TV. Wi-Fi access is available in all apartments.
You can play a game of table tennis in the games room, or enjoy a meal in the barbecue area. The tour desk can book whale watching on Hervey Bay and Fraser Island adventure tours.
Alexandria Apartments are located 2km from the Sunshine Plaza Shopping Centre and a 10-minute walk to Mooloolaba's many restaurants. Maroochydore Airport is a 12-minute drive, and Steve Irwin's Australia Zoo is a 30-minute drive away.
Guest review score 9.2
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34 White Shells Luxury Apartments Marcoola, Australia
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Just 150 metres from Marcoola Beach, White Shells Luxury features fully self-contained apartments with a modern kitchen. The property offers free parking, free WiFi access and a shared rooftop with an outdoor pool.
Guests can enjoy views of Mount Coolum, bush or partial ocean views from their stylish apartments. Each apartment has a spacious living area with a DVD player and a flat-screen TV.
Other amenities include laundry facilities and barbecue. The staff at the tour desk can assist with arranging local activities like whale watching and trips to Sunshine Coast.
Luxury White Shells is a 5-minute drive from Mount Coolum Shopping Centre, Mount Coolum Golf Club and Sunshine Coast Airport. Sunshine Plaza is a 10-minute drive away.
Guest review score 9.2
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35 Belvedere Apartments Caloundra, Australia
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Located on Golden Beach, Belvedere Apartments each feature a huge balcony, a fully equipped kitchen and free Wifi. Guests also enjoy a swimming pool, BBQ facilities and free secure parking on site.
All apartments have a full-sized lounge area, flat-screen TV with Foxtel and a DVD player. Each also includes laundry facilities, a dining setting and outdoor furniture.
All apartments face east and offer panoramic or partial ocean views overlooking the Pumicestone Passage and Bribie Island.
Belvedere Apartments is ideal for families, being across the road from a children's playground, picnic, BBQ area and beach.
Guest review score 9.1
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36 Breeze Mooloolaba, Ascend Hotel Collection Mooloolaba, Australia
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Offering an outdoor pool and hot tub, Breeze Mooloolaba, an Ascend Hotel Collection Member is located in the heart of Mooloolaba, less than a 5-minute walk to Mooloolaba beach. Local shops, restaurants and cafes are within a 10-minute walk. UnderWater World Sea Life Aquarium is just a 4-minute drive.
Each air-conditioned apartment includes a kitchen equipped with a dishwasher, oven, microwave, toaster, fridge and a kettle. There is a private bathroom with free toiletries and a hairdryer. Each apartment has a flat-screen TV. Some apartments also feature a balcony.
Breeze Mooloolaba, an Ascend Hotel Collection Member also includes a barbecue. The property offers grocery delivery.
The nearest airport is Sunshine Coast Maroochydore Airport, 8 km from the property.
Guest review score 9.1,
rooms from around 325 AUD.
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37 Horizons At Peregian Peregian Beach, Australia
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Located on the beachfront, Horizons At Peregian offers spacious, 4.5 star, pet friendly accommodation (1 small dog under 10kg). It boasts an outdoor swimming pool with a spa. Guests can enjoy panoramic ocean views from the rooftop apartments.
All apartments at Peregian Horizons feature a balcony or a courtyard. The self-contained accommodation offer a fully-equipped kitchen including cooking utensils, cutlery and crockery. Each apartment includes 2 bathrooms, laundry facilities, a washing machine, dryer and all linen supplied.
Facilities include an external pool with an entertainment area and barbecue facilities. WiFi, cable TV and free secure underground car parking are provided.
Situated next to Noosa National Park, Horizons At Peregian is a 15-minute walk to the cafes and shops in the local village. Noosa is a 20-minute drive away.
Guest review score 9.1
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38 Sandy Shores Holiday Units Caloundra, Australia
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Directly opposite Golden Beach, Sandy Shores Holiday Units feature a large private balcony with ocean views. Guests enjoy a heated outdoor swimming pool andhave access to free private parking in a secure garage.
All air-conditioned apartments offer Smart TVs and DVD players with free wi-fi. The kitchens include an oven, stove, microwave and a dishwasher and are fully stocked with cooking utensils when you are not out enjoying the local restaurants. You have a washing machine and dryer.
You can enjoy a fresh-cooked meal using the communal BBQ facilities or relax on the sunny terrace overlooking the pool.
Sandy Shores apartments are a 10 minute walk to the centre of Caloundra township. Underwater World is a 22 minute drive and it is a half hour drive to Steve Irwin’s Australia Zoo.
Guest review score 9.0
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39 Skippers Cove Waterfront Resort Noosaville, Australia
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Set on the Noosa River, this family-friendly waterfront property offers waterfront or poolside apartments with a private balcony or patio. Guests enjoy access to 2 lagoon style swimming pools, half-size tennis court and access to a private beach. Free WiFi is available in the rooms.
Skippers Cove Waterfront Resort is 20 minutes’ walk from Noosa’s main beach and the popular Hastings Street. Gympie Terrace, offering an abundance of shopping and dining experiences is also close by. It is 7 km from Sunshine Beach and 12 km from Noosa National Park.
All apartments feature a fully equipped kitchen, laundry facilities and outdoor furniture. Each has a spacious living and dining area offering sofas, a TV and a DVD/CD player.
Kayaking gear is available for free and the private beach offers small wharves, great for fishing. The property also has a spa. All local tours and activities can be booked at reception.
Guest review score 8.9
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40 Tingirana Noosa Noosa Heads, Australia
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Located opposite Noosa Beach, Tingirana Noosa boasts an outdoor swimming pool and a fitness centre. It offers self-contained accommodation with free Wi-Fi, flat-screen cable TV.
Tingirana Noosa Apartments are located on Hastings Street, 15 minutes’ drive from Noosa National Park. Sunshine Coast Airport is a 35-minute drive away.
The air-conditioned apartments feature a kitchenette or kitchen with a microwave and a refrigerator. Each apartment has a bathroom with bathrobes, a hairdryer and free toiletries. Some apartments offer a private balcony overlooking the beach and pool.
Guest review score 8.9,
rooms from around 516 AUD.
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41 Coral Sea Apartments Maroochydore, Australia
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Just 75 metres from Maroochydore Beach, Coral Sea Apartments offer a private balcony with ocean views. The property features an outdoor pool and a barbecue area with outdoor seating.
Laundry facilities and a full kitchen with a dishwasher and microwave are standard in all apartments. Each air-conditioned apartment has flat-screen cable TV and a DVD player.
Coral Sea Apartments Maroochydore is just 30 minutes’ drive from Steve Irwin’s famous Australia Zoo. Sunshine Coast Airport is a 15-minute drive away.
The tour desk can book whale watching cruises and trips to Fraser Island. The hotel also offers free parking, with a private garage for each apartment.
Guest review score 8.8
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42 Osprey Apartments Mooloolaba, Australia
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Only a short walk from the heart of Mooloolaba on the Sunshine Coast, Osprey Apartments offers spacious, fully self-contained apartments overlooking Mooloolaba Beach. Guests enjoy 1.5 GB of free WiFi per week.
Osprey is consists of 41 apartments, made up of one, 2 and 3-bedroom apartments. Each apartment has been decorated in a modern style and features air-conditioned bedrooms, an open-plan living and dining area, a fully-equipped kitchen and balcony or courtyard with garden or ocean views.
Facilities include a large outdoor swimming pool, spa pool, barbecue area and a fitness centre.
Osprey Apartments are just minutes away from the beautiful sands of Mooloolaba Beach, stretching over 2km long. Stroll along the pretty boardwalk to the Esplanade, where guests will find numerous cafés, bars and restaurants, as well as many shops.
Guest review score 8.8
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43 Sandcastles Mooloolaba Mooloolaba, Australia
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Situated only 20 m from the patrolled area of the Mooloolaba beach, Sandcastles Mooloolaba offers a variety of 1-bedroom and self-contained apartments. Guests have access to a heated swimming pool and a hot tub.
All apartments at Sandcastles Mooloolaba feature full kitchen and laundry facilities, plus a balcony. Some apartments have direct access to a private rooftop terrace with barbecue and sun loungers.
Facilities at Sandcastles include a barbecue entertainment area, heated swimming pool and hot tub. Free secure car parking is provided for cars, big or small, even those in excess of 2.5 metres high and spacious parking bays. Local activities can be arranged by the tour desk.
Sandcastles Mooloolaba is located next door to the Mooloolaba Surf Club and is surrounded by shops and restaurants. It is 15 minutes’ drive to Sunshine Coast Airport.
Guest review score 8.8,
rooms from around 343 AUD.
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44 Waterview Resort Caloundra, Australia
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Sitting on the Esplanade directly opposite Bulcock Beach, Waterview Resort offers apartments featuring a balcony with sea views. There is a heated lagoon pool and free covered, secure parking. Every apartment features air conditioning and lift access to all levels. Free unlimited high-speed WiFi is available.
Each Caloundra Waterview Resort apartment has a fully equipped kitchen and contains 2 bathrooms. All apartments have laundry facilities and feature cable TV.
Guests are welcome to relax in the tropical gardens. There are barbecue facilities and an outdoor area for sunset dining.
Theme park tickets and tours to the Hinterland can be booked at the resort’s tour desk.
Waterview Resort is just 2 minutes’ walk from the Caloundra town centre’s shops and restaurants. Both Steve Irwin’s Australia Zoo and The Big Pineapple are a 25-minute drive away.
Guest review score 8.8
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45 Belaire Place Caloundra, Australia
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Located in the heart of Caloundra, 50 metres from the beach and overlooking Pumicestone Passage and the magnificent Glasshouse Mountains, Belaire Place offers spacious and bright motel apartments with large balconies. Free WiFi is available at the property.
Each apartment at Belaire Place has a bedroom, private bathroom and a living area including a kitchenette, dining area and a lounge area. The apartments have either garden, street or partial ocean view from the apartments.
The swimming pool allows you to enjoy a refreshing dip without even leaving the complex. When you do, you will find a variety of cafes and restaurants within a short walking distance of Belaire Place.
Guest review score 8.7,
rooms from around 278 AUD.
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46 Cerulean Apartments Caloundra, Australia
Aparthotel. Set opposite Bulcock Beach, these apartments feature a private balcony or patio offering views of Pumicestone Passage, Bribie Island and the Hinterland. Guests enjoy an outdoor heated swimming pool and a spa pool. Caloundra’s shops, restaurants and cafes are just a 10-minute walk away. It is a 25-minute drive from Steve Irwin’s Australia Zoo. Sunshine Coast Airport is a 30-minute drive away. All apartments have a fully equipped kitchen, laundry facilities and a dining setting. Each includes a lounge area with a sofa, flat-screen TV and DVD player. There is a tour desk which books trips to theme parks, skydiving and water skiing. There are shared barbecue facilities and an outdoor dining area. Guest review score 8.7
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47 Joanne Apartments Caloundra, Australia
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Featuring two swimming pools and a garden, Joanne Apartments offers self-catering accommodation just across the road from Bulcock Beach, Happy Valley and a 10-minute walk from King's Beach. Each apartment has a private balcony and views of the Coral Sea.
The air-conditioned apartments all come with an open-plan dining area and a fully-equipped kitchen with dishwasher. The lounge includes a TV with cable channels, DVD player and free unlimited WiFi. Each apartment is also provided with a washing machine and tumble dryer.
Guests can relax in the swimming pools or on the sun loungers. One of the swimming pools is heated during the winter. Free private parking is available on site.
Joanne Apartments is located within a 5-minute walk of Ben Bennett Park and a variety of shops and restaurants. Caloundra Airport is a 10-minute drive away and Underwater World is 20 minutes' drive from the property.
Guest review score 8.7
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48 Key Largo Maroochydore Maroochydore, Australia
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Key Largo Maroochydore features spacious apartments with a private balcony and views of the beach. Located just 50 metres from the Sunshine Coast Beach, this property offers an outdoor pool, barbecue facilities and free parking on site. Guests enjoy free WiFi in the rooms.
All apartments have air-conditioning in the lounge area and ceiling fans throughout. They have a full kitchen with an oven, a full-size fridge and a microwave. Other amenities include laundry facilities, a flat-screen TV and a DVD player.
Guests can enjoy a swim in the heated pool or unwind in the sauna room.
Maroochydore Key Largo is within a 5-minute drive of Mooloolaba and the Alexandra Headland. Sunshine Coast Airport is a 15-minute drive away.
Guest review score 8.6
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49 Maison Noosa Noosa Heads, Australia
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Maison Noosa offers a beachfront location on Noosa's Main Beach. All self-contained apartments are set amongst beautiful landscaped gardens. Maison Noosa is positioned at the quiet end of Hastings Street, within a 3-minute walk from local boutique shops, restaurants and cafes. Free on-site parking and free WiFi is available.
The property boasts an outdoor heated pool, hot tub and fitness centre. Guests can enjoy use of the covered BBQ and eating area.
All apartments are non-smoking at Maison Noosa and feature a fully-equipped kitchen, air-conditioning, ceiling fans, large flat-screen TV's with DVD player and cable channels. Each room features a balcony or terrace with views of either the pool, garden, ocean, or Hastings Street.
Sunshine Coast Airport is 30 minutes' drive from Maison Noosa, and airport transfers can be arranged at the resort for an additional charge.
Guest review score 8.6
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50 Seaview Resort Mooloolaba, Australia
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Centrally located on the Sunshine Coast, the 12-storey high-rise Seaview Resort Mooloolaba features apartments with free WiFi and a balcony offering views over Mooloolaba Beach. Seaview Resort is within walking distance of fine restaurants and shops.
The Seaview Resort has a heated swimming pool, a small tennis court, BBQ facilities and sauna rooms.
The spacious apartments at Seaview Resort feature well-equipped kitchens, large windows and a sliding door that leads out to a private balcony. Each apartment offers a fully equipped kitchen.
Seaview Resort Mooloolaba is a 15-minute drive from the Sunshine Coast Airport. Brisbane Airport is an hours' drive away. Free parking is available on site.
Guest review score 8.6
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