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

Mooloolaba travel guide

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With a population of 9,502, Mooloolaba 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 5 days in order to fully appreciate everything Mooloolaba has to offer.

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Where to Eat in Mooloolaba

If you’re looking for affordable options, Pier 33 (33-35 Parkyn Parade) and The Dock Mooloolaba (123 Parkyn Pde) are great picks. For delicious green meals, Bella Venezia Restaurant and Bar (95 Mooloolaba Esplanade) and RB Bar & Restaurant (The Wharf Mooloolaba, 123 Parkyn Parade) are recommended spots to get vegetarian or vegan food in Mooloolaba.

When to visit Mooloolaba

Mooloolaba in April
Estimated hotel price
$158
1 night at 3-star hotel
Mooloolaba in April
Estimated hotel price
$158
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Mooloolaba

Plane

When flying to Mooloolaba, you’ll arrive at Maroochydore Sunshine Coast (MCY), which is located 6 miles from the city center. The shortest flight to Mooloolaba from the United States departs from Honolulu and takes around 45h 55m.

Car

Another option to get to Mooloolaba is to pick up a car rental from Brisbane, which is about 55 miles from Mooloolaba. You’ll find branches of Bargain Car Rentals and East Coast Car Rentals, among others, in Brisbane.

Plane

When flying to Mooloolaba, you’ll arrive at Maroochydore Sunshine Coast (MCY), which is located 6 miles from the city center. The shortest flight to Mooloolaba from the United States departs from Honolulu and takes around 45h 55m.

Car

Another option to get to Mooloolaba is to pick up a car rental from Brisbane, which is about 55 miles from Mooloolaba. You’ll find branches of Bargain Car Rentals and East Coast Car Rentals, among others, in Brisbane.

Airports near Mooloolaba

MCYMaroochydore Sunshine Coast
HVBHervey Bay
BNEBrisbane

Airlines serving Mooloolaba

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,837 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,935 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,790 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,698 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,244 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,967 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (967 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,292 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (852 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (769 reviews)
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Where to stay in Mooloolaba

Average rates range from around $147 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $376 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Mooloolaba

Most booked hotels in Mooloolaba

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Ocean Views Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, 2201 reviews)
$129+
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Landmark Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 2339 reviews)
$101+
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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sunshine Coast, An IHG Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 891 reviews)
$115+
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Pelican Waters Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, 1272 reviews)
$70+
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Mantra Mooloolaba Beach
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, 2606 reviews)
$141+
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Pacific Beach Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, 911 reviews)
$137+
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Renting a car in Mooloolaba

Expect to pay $4.01 per gallon in Mooloolaba (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $48.15 and $64.20. The most frequently booked car type in Mooloolaba is Premium (Toyota HiAce or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (MG 3 or similar) are, on average, 61% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Expect to pay $4.01 per gallon in Mooloolaba (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $48.15 and $64.20. The most frequently booked car type in Mooloolaba is Premium (Toyota HiAce or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (MG 3 or similar) are, on average, 61% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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