Maroochydore travel guide

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You're Going to Love Maroochydore

Maroochydore is a must-see destination in Queensland, Australia. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Maroochydore has to offer.

Where to Eat in Maroochydore

If you’re looking for affordable options, The Rickshaw (Restaurant & Bar) (Shop 1/7 Emporio Pl) and Market Bistro (8 Market Lane) are great picks.

When to visit Maroochydore

Maroochydore in February
Estimated hotel price
$134
1 night at 3-star hotel
Maroochydore in February
Estimated hotel price
$134
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Maroochydore

Plane

When flying to Maroochydore, you’ll arrive at Maroochydore Sunshine Coast (MCY), which is located 6 km from the city center. The shortest flight to Maroochydore from the United States departs from Honolulu and takes around 27h 25m.

Car

Another option to get to Maroochydore is to pick up a car rental from Brisbane, which is about 90 km from Maroochydore. You’ll find branches of East Coast Car Rentals and Crazy Clark's Car Rentals, among others, in Brisbane.

Plane

When flying to Maroochydore, you’ll arrive at Maroochydore Sunshine Coast (MCY), which is located 6 km from the city center. The shortest flight to Maroochydore from the United States departs from Honolulu and takes around 27h 25m.

Car

Another option to get to Maroochydore is to pick up a car rental from Brisbane, which is about 90 km from Maroochydore. You’ll find branches of East Coast Car Rentals and Crazy Clark's Car Rentals, among others, in Brisbane.

Airports near Maroochydore

Airlines serving Maroochydore

Lufthansa
Good (4,607 reviews)
KLM
Good (848 reviews)
SWISS
Good (929 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,446 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,595 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,280 reviews)
Air France
Good (974 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,546 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,928 reviews)
Emirates
Good (2,124 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,480 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,718 reviews)
Finnair
Good (879 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (833 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (911 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (835 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (395 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,511 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (487 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (1,609 reviews)
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Where to stay in Maroochydore

Average rates range from around $126 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $224 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Maroochydore

Most booked hotels in Maroochydore

Ingenia Holidays Rivershore
3 stars
Excellent (9.2, 364 reviews)
$87+
Top Spot Motel
2 stars
Excellent (8.5, 1618 reviews)
$102+
Nightcap at Waterfront Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 491 reviews)
$102+
Mantra Mooloolaba Beach
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, 3398 reviews)
$138+
Breakfree Alexandra Beach
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 1189 reviews)
$90+
River Sands Apartments
0 stars
Good (7.9, 554 reviews)
$121+

Renting a car in Maroochydore

Renting a car in Maroochydore costs $37 per day, on average, or $111 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 1% more expensive than at Maroochydore Sunshine Coast.

Expect to pay $4.28 per gallon in Maroochydore (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $51.33 and $68.44. The most frequently booked car type in Maroochydore is Intermediate (Class Intermediate SUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Hyundai Accent or similar) are, on average, 48% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Maroochydore costs $37 per day, on average, or $111 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 1% more expensive than at Maroochydore Sunshine Coast.

Expect to pay $4.28 per gallon in Maroochydore (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $51.33 and $68.44. The most frequently booked car type in Maroochydore is Intermediate (Class Intermediate SUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Hyundai Accent or similar) are, on average, 48% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.