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 6 km from the city center. The shortest flight to Maroochydore from the United States departs from Dallas and takes around 22h.

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 Sixt, 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 Dallas and takes around 22h.

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 Sixt, among others, in Brisbane.

Airports near Maroochydore

MCYMaroochydore Sunshine Coast
HVBHervey Bay
BNEBrisbane

Airlines serving Maroochydore

KLM
Good (1,432 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,626 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,006 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,571 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,091 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,812 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,093 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,679 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,049 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,436 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,504 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,520 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,095 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,606 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,335 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,412 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,441 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (902 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (282 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,897 reviews)
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Where to stay in Maroochydore

Average rates range from around $120 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $245 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, 429 reviews)
$160+
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Excellsior Apartments
0 stars
Excellent (8.8, 1152 reviews)
$91+
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Top Spot Motel
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 1641 reviews)
$104+
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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sunshine Coast By IHG
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 1064 reviews)
$103+
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Landmark Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 2505 reviews)
$101+
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Nautilus Resort Mooloolaba
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 2049 reviews)
$100+
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Renting a car in Maroochydore

Renting a car in Maroochydore costs $24 per day, on average, or $96 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 32% cheaper than airport locations in Maroochydore.

Expect to pay $4.13 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 $49.51 and $66.02. The most frequently booked car type in Maroochydore is Mini (Kia Carnival or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (MG 3 or similar) are, on average, 60% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Maroochydore costs $24 per day, on average, or $96 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 32% cheaper than airport locations in Maroochydore.

Expect to pay $4.13 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 $49.51 and $66.02. The most frequently booked car type in Maroochydore is Mini (Kia Carnival or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (MG 3 or similar) are, on average, 60% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Best car rental deals in Maroochydore

Intermediate

5 Adults, 3 Bags

$31/day

Intermediate

Luxury SUV

5 Adults, 5 Bags

$43/day

Luxury SUV
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