Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

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, Market Bistro (8 Market Lane) and Bottarga Restaurant (1/1 Mundoo Bvd) are great picks.

When to visit Maroochydore

Maroochydore in April
Estimated hotel price
$115
1 night at 3-star hotel
Maroochydore in April
Estimated hotel price
$115
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 4 miles from the city center. The shortest flight to Maroochydore from the United States departs from Los Angeles and takes around 18h 40m.

Car

Another option to get to Maroochydore is to pick up a car rental from Brisbane, which is about 56 miles from Maroochydore. You’ll find branches of Simba Car Hire and Bargain Car Rentals, among others, in Brisbane.

Plane

When flying to Maroochydore, you’ll arrive at Maroochydore Sunshine Coast (MCY), which is located 4 miles from the city center. The shortest flight to Maroochydore from the United States departs from Los Angeles and takes around 18h 40m.

Car

Another option to get to Maroochydore is to pick up a car rental from Brisbane, which is about 56 miles from Maroochydore. You’ll find branches of Simba Car Hire and Bargain Car Rentals, among others, in Brisbane.

Airports near Maroochydore

MCYMaroochydore Sunshine Coast
HVBHervey Bay
BNEBrisbane

Airlines serving Maroochydore

KLM
Good (1,443 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,754 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,705 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,129 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,208 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,864 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,099 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,214 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,728 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,528 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,490 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,666 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,674 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,356 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,148 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,440 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,805 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (192 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (290 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (952 reviews)
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Where to stay in Maroochydore

Average rates range from around $132 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $251 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Maroochydore

Most booked hotels in Maroochydore

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m1 Resort
4 stars
Excellent (9.1, 436 reviews)
$155+
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Loea Boutique Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 869 reviews)
$146+
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Top Spot Motel
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 1675 reviews)
$113+
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Landmark Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 2548 reviews)
$102+
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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sunshine Coast By IHG
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 1138 reviews)
$115+
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Mantra Mooloolaba Beach
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, 2829 reviews)
$148+
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Renting a car in Maroochydore

Renting a car in Maroochydore costs $27 per day, on average, or $82 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 82% cheaper than airport locations in Maroochydore.

Expect to pay $4.01 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 $48.15 and $64.20. Economy (MG 3 or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Maroochydore, while also 67% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Maroochydore costs $27 per day, on average, or $82 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 82% cheaper than airport locations in Maroochydore.

Expect to pay $4.01 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 $48.15 and $64.20. Economy (MG 3 or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Maroochydore, while also 67% cheaper than other types, on average.

Best car rental deals in Maroochydore

Intermediate

5 Adults, 3 Bags

$34/day

Intermediate

Intermediate

5 Adults, 3 Bags

$52/day

Intermediate
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