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

Maroochydore travel guide

Maroochydore Tourism | Maroochydore Guide

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 6 km from the city center. The shortest flight to Maroochydore from the United States departs from Los Angeles and takes around 18h 45m.

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 Turo and Alamo, 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 18h 45m.

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 Turo and Alamo, among others, in Brisbane.

Airports near Maroochydore

MCYMaroochydore Sunshine Coast
HVBHervey Bay
BNEBrisbane

Airlines serving Maroochydore

KLM
Good (1,481 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,880 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,841 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,371 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,291 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,909 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,162 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,559 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,530 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,734 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,550 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,732 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,873 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,376 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,234 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,484 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,145 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,908 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,175 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (991 reviews)
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Where to stay in Maroochydore

Average rates range from around $124 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $258 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Maroochydore

Most booked hotels in Maroochydore

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Ingenia Holidays Rivershore
3 stars
Excellent (9.1, 411 reviews)
$91+
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Breeze Mooloolaba, an Ascend Collection Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (9, 1153 reviews)
$181+
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Loea Boutique Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 908 reviews)
$151+
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Landmark Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 2866 reviews)
$118+
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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sunshine Coast By IHG
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 2341 reviews)
$113+
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Nightcap at Northern Grounds
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 861 reviews)
$99+
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Renting a car in Maroochydore

Renting a car in Maroochydore costs $30 per day, on average, or $89 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 35% cheaper than airport locations in Maroochydore.

Expect to pay $5.91 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 $70.86 and $94.48. 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 Mini rental cars (Kia Picanto or similar) are, on average, 49% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Maroochydore costs $30 per day, on average, or $89 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 35% cheaper than airport locations in Maroochydore.

Expect to pay $5.91 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 $70.86 and $94.48. 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 Mini rental cars (Kia Picanto or similar) are, on average, 49% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Best car rental deals in Maroochydore

Intermediate

5 Adults, 3 Bags

$35/day

Intermediate

Intermediate SUV

5 Adults, 3 Bags

$42/day

Intermediate SUV
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