Shire of Maroochy Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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
In Queensland’s Sunshine Coast Hinterland, you will find, if you like a good 4x4 drive, Booloumba Cascades and Falls.  With crystal waters and wonderful walks, you can even take a swim here.  Part of Conondale National Park, certainly worth a night or two camping in the dedicated camping areas. #nationalparks #nature #queensland #roadtrip #daytrip #4x4 #troverrt

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 Coolum Beach or Peregian 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
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 Mount Coolum National Park 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 3.486.450 ₫ per night from 30 Mar to 31 Mar
3.486.450 ₫
3.835.095 ₫ total
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)
Stayed here for a special occasion weekend away recently, but what a rip-off! The resort was extremely run-down both inside and out. The 'beach lagoon' was unswimmable due to being full of thick and foul smelling weed. The room quality was old and basic with the king bed being just two beds pushed ...

Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026

Novotel Sunshine Coast Resort
Ramada By Wyndham Marcoola Beach

Ramada By Wyndham Marcoola Beach

4 out of 5
923 David Low Way Marcoola QLD
The price is 3.319.634 ₫ per night from 26 Mar to 27 Mar
3.319.634 ₫
3.651.597 ₫ total
26 Mar - 27 Mar
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! (1,001 reviews)
I had a friend stay from Sydney so when looking through where to spend my.money & as swam in pool there so booked Check in was fine. ROOM WAS OLD TIRED & AT $205 a night.RIPPED OFF OVER CHARGED ETC. RIDICULOUSLY DISSSPOINTED

Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026

Ramada By Wyndham Marcoola Beach
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 2.585.645 ₫ per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
2.585.645 ₫
2.844.209 ₫ total
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! (959 reviews)
Breakfast was great. Parking across the Rd was a pain, next time I would prefer to park in hotel parking, but none available.

Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sunshine Coast by IHG
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! (2,756 reviews)
Great location with lovely views. Special mention to Darian at the front desk with the care taken to ensure we had a nice stay and his communication overall. Thank you

Reviewed on 10 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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,116 reviews)
Ocean glimpses

Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026

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! (1,216 reviews)
n/a could not use our free night due to emergency hospital stay but haf booked 3 nights and did stay the 2nd and third night

Reviewed on 6 Mar 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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