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 4 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 23h 10m.

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 Bargain Car Rentals and East Coast 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 23h 10m.

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 Bargain Car Rentals and East Coast Car Rentals, among others, in Brisbane.

Airports near Maroochydore

MCYMaroochydore Sunshine Coast
HVBHervey Bay
BNEBrisbane

Airlines serving Maroochydore

KLM
Good (1,429 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,639 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,021 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,600 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,108 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,817 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,055 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,100 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,685 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,440 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,509 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,549 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,102 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,618 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,339 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,414 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,492 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (914 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,896 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (284 reviews)
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Where to stay in Maroochydore

Average rates range from around $133 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $248 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Maroochydore

Most booked hotels in Maroochydore

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Loea Boutique Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (9, 856 reviews)
$145+
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Top Spot Motel
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 1645 reviews)
$108+
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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sunshine Coast By IHG
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 1079 reviews)
$99+
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Landmark Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 2512 reviews)
$100+
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Nautilus Resort Mooloolaba
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 2054 reviews)
$98+
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Mantra Mooloolaba Beach
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, 2793 reviews)
$152+
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Renting a car in Maroochydore

Renting a car in Maroochydore costs $23 per day, on average, or $92 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 42% cheaper than airport locations in Maroochydore.

Expect to pay $4.09 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 $49.06 and $65.41. Mini (Kia Picanto or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Maroochydore, while also 59% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Maroochydore costs $23 per day, on average, or $92 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 42% cheaper than airport locations in Maroochydore.

Expect to pay $4.09 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 $49.06 and $65.41. Mini (Kia Picanto or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Maroochydore, while also 59% cheaper than other types, on average.

Best car rental deals in Maroochydore

Intermediate

5 Adults, 3 Bags

$29/day

Intermediate

Luxury SUV

5 Adults, 5 Bags

$43/day

Luxury SUV
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