Mooloolaba Travel Guide

Sunshine Coast

Mooloolaba
Mooloolaba
Mooloolaba
Mooloolaba
Mooloolaba

Picturesque beaches, stylish shops, elegant dining and a serene beachside atmosphere make this an ideal Sunshine Coast destination.

Visit Mooloolaba, renowned for its combination of tranquil sandy beaches, gleaming water, untouched parklands, outdoor activities, fashionable shops, cosy cafés and tasteful restaurants. As the heart of the Sunshine Coast, Mooloolaba’s access to many renowned attractions makes it a top destination for the whole family.

Situated on Queensland’s picturesque Sunshine Coast, Mooloolaba effortlessly blends the relaxing atmosphere of a coastal town with stylish oceanside living. Spend a day relaxing on the beach, swimming between flags in patrolled areas. Amble to the northern shoreline and explore marine life in the rock pools. Scuba dive through the sunken HMAS Brisbane, fish straight off the beach, cruise on the canals and spot dolphins and humpback whales. Get close to marine life at Underwater World SEA LIFE Mooloolaba.

Explore the excellent boutiques and galleries on the Esplanade and head over to First Avenue which has high-end stores and designer products. Meander along the Wharf and the fisheries on the Spit and enjoy the open-air harborside atmosphere. Cast your fishing rod into the water at the Spit, cook your catch on a beachside barbecue or pick up fresh fish and chips and watch the sun set over the ocean.

Soak up the ambiance of the Esplanade. Stroll, rollerblade or jog on the boardwalk, daydream along the marina and look out to the inlets on the Parrearra Channel. Drive to the Beacon Lighthouse Reserve and Point Cartwright for excellent rock fishing.

Find world-class dining at the Wharf and the Spit. Much of the town’s nightlife is on First Avenue and Brisbane Road, which also has numerous cafés and restaurants.

Mooloolaba is a centrally located on the Sunshine Coast and is close to a number of attractions, including Australia Zoo, Ettamogah Pub, Aussie World, Big Kart Track and the Ginger Factory.

Situated in Queensland, Mooloolaba is 60 miles (10 kilometres) from Brisbane, just over an hour’s drive. Access the area by plane via the Sunshine Coast Airport. Bus services connect with Brisbane and trains connect with Brisbane and Nambour.


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Top hotels in Mooloolaba

Mantra Mooloolaba Beach

Mantra Mooloolaba Beach

4.5 out of 5
Cnr Mooloolaba Esplanade & Venning St Mooloolaba QLD
The price is ฿6,749 per night from 14 Jun to 15 Jun
฿6,749
฿6,749 total
14 Jun - 15 Jun
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! (2,781 reviews)
"our room was spotless and had everything we needed.hotel was in an excellent location,would stay here again."

Reviewed on 1 Jun 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! (2,150 reviews)
"Parking was great, room was a lot smaller than I was lead to believe, lots of construction work going on at the beach but that has nothing to do with the resort, all in all it was a comfortable place to stay , friendly staff , I would no problem rebooking at the resort again"

Reviewed on 31 May 2026

Landmark Resort
Avani Mooloolaba Beach Hotel

Avani Mooloolaba Beach Hotel

4.5 out of 5
10 Brisbane Road Mooloolaba QLD
The price is ฿7,241 per night from 3 Jun to 4 Jun
฿7,241
฿7,965 total
3 Jun - 4 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Sunshine Coast. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Popular attractions Mooloolaba Esplanade and Mooloolaba ...
8/10 Very Good! (3 reviews)
"Sadly as a new hotel they are still learning, staff were fabulous, no fault with any of them, the amenities were definitely not to our liking, Glass doors on both shower & toilet was a bit overwhelming for an older couple, there was no privacy, the younger generation might have a bit of fun with ..."

Reviewed on 25 May 2026

Avani Mooloolaba Beach Hotel
Beach Club Resort

Beach Club Resort

4 out of 5
87 - 97 First Avenue Mooloolaba QLD
The price is ฿3,923 per night from 11 Jun to 12 Jun
฿3,923
฿4,316 total
11 Jun - 12 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this aparthotel in Sunshine Coast. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (769 reviews)
"The Rooms were clean but lightly appointed and outdated with no smart TV which is a standard in even the most basic Motels as was the Kitchen which was limited to 4 hot plate stove top and a micro conventional oven was minus a rangehood permeates through the entire apartment leaving you with the ..."

Reviewed on 11 May 2026

Beach Club Resort
Direct Collective - Seabreeze Mooloolaba

Direct Collective - Seabreeze Mooloolaba

4 out of 5
24 Brisbane Road Mooloolaba QLD
The price is ฿4,447 per night from 2 Jun to 3 Jun
฿4,447
฿4,892 total
2 Jun - 3 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Sunshine Coast. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (411 reviews)
"It’s was your receptionist who was helpful friendly and made our stay so easy."

Reviewed on 28 May 2026

Direct Collective - Seabreeze Mooloolaba
Breeze Mooloolaba

Breeze Mooloolaba

4.5 out of 5
3 Meta Street, corner of Mooloolaba Mooloolaba QLD
The price is ฿6,135 per night from 14 Jun to 15 Jun
฿6,135
฿6,749 total
14 Jun - 15 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Sunshine Coast. Enjoy free parking, laundry facilities and furnished patios. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (526 reviews)
"Clean spacious room"

Reviewed on 17 May 2026

Breeze Mooloolaba
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.

Other neighbourhoods around Mooloolaba

Alexandra Headland

Alexandra Headland

Travellers to Alexandra Headland praise its stunning beaches. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Suncity Tenpin and Alex Beach.

Alexandra Headland
Fluss an den Gardner Falls im Hinterland von sunshine Coast, Australien

Mountain Creek

Mountain Creek is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Mountain Creek Conservation Area Nature Refuge and Mooloolah River National Park.

Mountain Creek
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
Maroochydore

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
Aerial view of a residential district at Bokarina Foreshore Bushland Reserve along the coastline in Sunshine Beach, Queensland, Australia.

Bokarina

While visiting Bokarina, you might make a stop by sights like Sunshine Coast Stadium and Warana Beach.

Bokarina
Buderim

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


Mooloolaba Travel Guide