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 June
Estimated hotel price
$131
1 night at 3-star hotel
Maroochydore in June
Estimated hotel price
$131
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 Los Angeles and takes around 20h.

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 Bargain Car Rentals and Yesaway, 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 Los Angeles and takes around 20h.

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 Bargain Car Rentals and Yesaway, among others, in Brisbane.

Airports near Maroochydore

MCYMaroochydore Sunshine Coast
HVBHervey Bay
BNEBrisbane

Airlines serving Maroochydore

KLM
Good (1,594 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (8,297 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,285 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,467 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,113 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,235 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,699 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,647 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,707 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,692 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,469 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,555 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (2,023 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,875 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,539 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,414 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,632 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (321 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (1,046 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,414 reviews)
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Where to stay in Maroochydore

Average rates range from around $139 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

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M1 Resort Maroochydore
4 stars
Excellent (9.1, 501 reviews)
$173+
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Nightcap at Northern Grounds
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 940 reviews)
$105+
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Holiday Inn & Suites Sunshine Coast by IHG
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 2711 reviews)
$117+
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Mantra Mooloolaba Beach
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, 3273 reviews)
$165+
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Nautilus Mooloolaba
0 stars
Excellent (8.3, 2250 reviews)
$122+
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Breakfree Alexandra Headland Beach
0 stars
Excellent (8, 2058 reviews)
$117+
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Renting a car in Maroochydore

Renting a car in Maroochydore costs $36 per day, on average, or $107 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 9% cheaper than airport locations in Maroochydore.

Expect to pay $6.21 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 $74.50 and $99.33. The most frequently booked car type in Maroochydore is Economy (MG 3 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Supplier choice rental cars (Class Special Car or similar) are, on average, 49% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Maroochydore costs $36 per day, on average, or $107 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 9% cheaper than airport locations in Maroochydore.

Expect to pay $6.21 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 $74.50 and $99.33. The most frequently booked car type in Maroochydore is Economy (MG 3 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Supplier choice rental cars (Class Special Car or similar) are, on average, 49% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Best car rental deals in Maroochydore

Compact SUV

4 Adults, 2 Bags

$26/day

Compact SUV

Intermediate

5 Adults, 3 Bags

$28/day

Intermediate
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