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 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 4 miles from the city center. The shortest flight to Maroochydore from the United States departs from Boston and takes around 28h 53m.

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 Alpha and Simba Car Hire, 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 Boston and takes around 28h 53m.

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 Alpha and Simba Car Hire, among others, in Brisbane.

Airports near Maroochydore

MCYMaroochydore Sunshine Coast
HVBHervey Bay
BNEBrisbane

Airlines serving Maroochydore

Lufthansa
Good (8,143 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,541 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,124 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,448 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,010 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,474 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,257 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,626 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,002 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,745 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,628 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,885 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,349 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,420 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,415 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,573 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,293 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,668 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (3,013 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (1,012 reviews)
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Where to stay in Maroochydore

Average rates range from around $122 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $259 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, 915 reviews)
$150+
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Top Spot Motel
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 1741 reviews)
$114+
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Nightcap at Northern Grounds
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 872 reviews)
$79+
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Holiday Inn & Suites Sunshine Coast by IHG
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 2399 reviews)
$124+
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Mantra Mooloolaba Beach
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, 3103 reviews)
$189+
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Direct Hotels- Sea Breeze Mooloolaba
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, 1305 reviews)
$151+
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Renting a car in Maroochydore

Renting a car in Maroochydore costs $34 per day, on average, or $103 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 10% cheaper than airport locations in Maroochydore.

Expect to pay $4.54 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 $54.51 and $72.68. 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 Intermediate rental cars (Honda Civic or similar) are, on average, 72% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Maroochydore costs $34 per day, on average, or $103 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 10% cheaper than airport locations in Maroochydore.

Expect to pay $4.54 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 $54.51 and $72.68. 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 Intermediate rental cars (Honda Civic or similar) are, on average, 72% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Best car rental deals in Maroochydore

Intermediate

5 Adults, 3 Bags

$31/day

Intermediate

Compact

4 Adults, 2 Bags

$37/day

Compact
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