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Mooloolaba, Australia
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Popular hotels in Mooloolaba

Discover well-known properties in Mooloolaba that are favoured by visitors more than others. There are 398 hotels in Mooloolaba and price data was last updated on 8 November 2024. The average price for a hotel in Mooloolaba is $281/night.
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101-105 Mooloolaba Esplanade, Mooloolaba, QLD, Australia
Located in upmarket Mooloolaba, this 5-star resort offers an elegant pool area with landscaped gardens and sculptures. It has a spacious balcony area with sweeping views of the ocean. Guests enjoy free WiFi. Rooms at Oceans Mooloolaba boast a unique blend of minimalist design with ultramodern technology. All furnishings and interior décor showcase a mix of soft colors and sleek contours. Oceans Mooloolaba also has a steam room, a hot tub and fitness centre. There is also a sophisticated personal theatre section consisting of a projector, leather seating and built-in wall speakers. The hotel is a 25 minute drive to Steve Irwin's Australia Zoo. The Underwater World is a 10 minute walk from Oceans Mooloolaba.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
9.3
Excellent
356 reviews
Location
0.5 km from city centre
87 Mooloolaba Esplanade, Mooloolaba, QLD, Australia
Sea Pearl A1 Beach Resort offers an outdoor swimming pool, a fitness centre and air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony and free WiFi. The accommodation has a spa bath and a sauna. Offering pool or sea views, each unit comes with a kitchen, a flat-screen TV, desk, a washing machine and a private bathroom with hot tub and a hairdryer. There is a seating and a dining area in all units. At the aparthotel guests will find a wellness area and a hot tub. Sea Pearl A1 Beach Resort features a sun terrace. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include SEA LIFE Sunshine Coast Aquarium, The Surf Club Mooloolaba and Mooloolaba Marina. The nearest airport is Sunshine Coast Maroochydore Airport, 9 km from Sea Pearl A1 Beach Resort.
Free Wi-Fi
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9.5
Excellent
163 reviews
Location
0.5 km from city centre

Tips for your Stay in Mooloolaba

  • Travelers looking for a good family hotel in the city should consider the Pacific Beach Resort because it offers some great family-friendly amenities, such as non-smoking rooms, a pool, as well as an on-site restaurant.
  • Travelers that are making their way to the city on a business trip might want to consider staying at the Mantra Mooloolaba Beach because, in addition to offering an amazing business center for guests, this aparthotel also features a spa and wellness center, free parking, as well as a heated pool.
  • If you are looking for a hotel that offers plenty of dining options that are within walking distance of the hotel, one good choice is the Beach Club Resort House which has around 10 different restaurants that are within two or three blocks of the hotel plus it features a pool, a picnic area, and free parking.

Tips for booking hotels in Mooloolaba

Gain useful insights and advice for booking the perfect stay in Mooloolaba. Price data is based on averages over the past 12 months and was last updated on 8 November 2024.
Cheapest month:May
Most expensive month:December
Average price in Mooloolaba:$281/night
Cheapest price found:$128/night
Cheapest day:Sunday
Most expensive day:Tuesday
$234 - $339
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$264 - $345
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Cheapest hotels in Mooloolaba, Australia

Discover affordable stays in Mooloolaba that provide a quality experience without breaking the bank. Hotels in Mooloolaba can be found for as low as $60 per night. There is currently one property in Mooloolaba that can be booked for this price. Mooloolaba Backpackers is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in Mooloolaba. Price data was last updated on 8 November 2024
Out of the hotels in Mooloolaba we've come across, these properties are priced the lowest. If you have flexibility with arrival and departure, use the search form to compare prices for other dates.
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75 Brisbane Road, Mooloolaba, QLD, Australia
0.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$60
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73 Brisbane Road, Mooloolaba, QLD, Australia
0.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$178
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1 Hibbertia Street, Mountain Creek, Mooloolaba, QLD, Australia
3.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$178
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11 Mooloolaba Esplanade, Mooloolaba, QLD, Australia
0.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$181
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87 - 97 First Avenue, Mooloolaba, QLD, Australia
0.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
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Airport shuttle
$196
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17-19 Brisbane Road, Mooloolaba, QLD, Australia
0.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$207
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25/27 First Avenue, Mooloolaba, QLD, Australia
0.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$225
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24 Brisbane Road, Mooloolaba, QLD, Australia
0.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$230
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143 Mooloolaba Esplanade, Mooloolaba, QLD, Australia
0.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
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$234
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79-83 First Avenue, Mooloolaba, QLD, Australia
0.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
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Airport shuttle
$243
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7 Venning St, Mooloolaba, QLD, Australia
0.5 km from city centre
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$260
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95 The Esplanade, Mooloolaba, QLD, Australia
0.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$262
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Corner Esplanade And Meta Stre, 3, Mooloolaba, QLD, Australia
0.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$283
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13 The Esplanade, Mooloolaba, QLD, Australia
0.5 km from city centre
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$285
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47-51 The Esplanade, Mooloolaba, QLD, Australia
0.5 km from city centre
Parking
$297
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59-75 The Esplanade, Mooloolaba, QLD, Australia
0.4 km from city centre
Parking
$346
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Hotel prices in Mooloolaba

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87 Mooloolaba Esplanade, Mooloolaba, QLD, Australia
101-105 Mooloolaba Esplanade, Mooloolaba, QLD, Australia
7 Venning St, Mooloolaba, QLD, Australia
11 Mooloolaba Esplanade, Mooloolaba, QLD, Australia
3 stars
17-19 Brisbane Road, Mooloolaba, QLD, Australia
73 Brisbane Road, Mooloolaba, QLD, Australia
2 stars and under
75 Brisbane Road, Mooloolaba, QLD, Australia

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87 Mooloolaba Esplanade, Mooloolaba, QLD, Australia
0.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$665
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101-105 Mooloolaba Esplanade, Mooloolaba, QLD, Australia
0.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$605
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Where to stay in Mooloolaba

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About Mooloolaba

A sparkling crown on the Sunshine Coast, Mooloolaba is nestled between the scenic Mooloolah River and Pacific Ocean beaches. Mooloolaba promotes outdoor fun with a lively esplanade, marine park, renowned yacht races and a bustling cruise ship port.

Things to do in Mooloolaba

The beachfront Esplanade in Mooloolaba boasts cosy cafes and alfresco restaurants. You can also find juice bars and fashion boutiques selling everything from beachwear to evening dresses.

Bring the kids to the Esplanade for fun at Sea Life Sunshine Coast Aquarium, a marine mammal park, oceanarium and wildlife sanctuary. Underwater tunnels, shark dives and sea creature feedings highlight any visit. At the Mooloolaba marina you can rent jet skis and kayaks or book a fishing expedition and whale-watching cruise.

Walk to the Mooloolaba Spit jutting out into the ocean, offering a tranquil spot for swimming and snorkelling. Feel like getting wet? Don some scuba gear and join a diving expedition to the sunken EX HMAS Brisbane, a decommissioned guided missile destroyer located less than six kilometres offshore.

From the harbour, canals cut into the coastline with scenic cruises past the eye-popping mansions and charming small communities. Back in town, get in some shopping on First Avenue or browse more than 250 stalls at the nearby Eumundi Markets, which sells Indigenous art and musical instruments.

Getting around Mooloolaba

Rental cars are available in the city centre or at Brisbane Airport, about a one-hour drive from Mooloolaba. Transportation options in the area include buses, limousines, taxis and coaches.

Facts about staying in Mooloolaba

Find useful tips and insights about staying in Mooloolaba to help you make the most of your experience. FAQs were last updated on 8 November 2024.
  • What are some of the reasons to rent a car when visiting Mooloolaba?

    While there are plenty of great spots to hit within the center of town, there are also plenty of things to see and do that are just a short drive away from the center of the city. For example, if you are staying in a hotel on the edge of the city like the Central Motel Mooloolaba, a beautiful location that is just a short drive to the west of the center of the city is Montville. This is a rural town that features rugged yet wide open grassy spaces plus beautiful lakes and waterfalls, as well as a number of wineries offering wine tasting. If you are visiting the city with your kids, something that is just a short drive to the southwest of town is the Australia Zoo, which is a large open zoo on hundreds of acres that features a number of great animal exhibits and shows.

  • What are some things to do within walking distance of hotels in Mooloolaba?

    If you are staying at one of the hotels right along the beach in the center of town, such as the Pacific Beach Resort or the Coco Mooloolaba, there are plenty of things to see and do within walking distance of these hotels. One of the most scenic destinations travelers will find in this area is the Point Cartwright Lighthouse, which is just a short drive along the Mooloolaba River to the east of the center of town. This is a great place to go for a walk and see some amazing views of the water. Closer to the center of town is The Wharf Mooloolaba, which offers amazing views and great places to go for a walk and has many fantastic dining choices.

  • If I would like to make a day trip to Brisbane from Mooloolaba, are there any options besides driving myself?

    Passengers looking for someone else to make this drive for them have a couple of options that utilize buses and trains. Greyhound Australia offers their Gx411 line that makes the trip between these two cities in around 1h 15 min and picks up and drops off passengers right in the center of each city. Premier Motor Service also offers their Pm19 line bus that can make this trip around 1h 35 min. Another option would be to take the Translink QLD Line 615 bus to Landsborough Station and then board the NAIP line light rail offering the same transportation provider to the Central Station in Brisbane. This entire trip will take around 2h 35 min, including about a 10-minute change time between the bus and the train.

  • What are the best hotels in Mooloolaba?

    Mantra Mooloolaba Beach, rated with a score of 8.3 from 3,252 reviewers, is one of the most popular hotels in Mooloolaba. Other top stays include Landmark Resort, with an average rating of 8.5 from 2,551 reviewers, and First Light Mooloolaba, Ascend Hotel Collection, with a score of 8.0 from 752 reviewers.

  • What is a good hotel near Mooloolaba Beach?

    Mantra Mooloolaba Beach is a popular hotel near Mooloolaba Beach that is highly recommended, with a score of 8.3 across 3,252 reviews.

  • What is a good hotel in Mooloolaba near Sea Life Sunshine Coast?

    For a good hotel near to Sea Life Sunshine Coast, consider Mantra Mooloolaba Beach - it is rated 8.3/10 from 3,252 HotelsCombined reviews.

  • How much do hotels in Mooloolaba cost?

    Hotels in Mooloolaba cost an average of $568/night according to HotelsCombined data in the last 72 hours. A 4- or 5-star hotel in Mooloolaba had higher average prices of $476/night and $1,210/night, respectively.

  • How much is a cheap hotel in Mooloolaba?

    HotelsCombined users have found cheap hotels in Mooloolaba starting from $63 per night in the last 3 days. The popularity of your requested dates can significantly affect prices. For the upcoming weekend of 15 Nov to 17 Nov, Mooloolaba hotel prices start from $199/night.

  • How much is a hotel in Mooloolaba tonight?

    Prices for a hotel in Mooloolaba tonight are about $452 on average, but HotelsCombined users have found prices as low as $184 for tonight in the last 3 days. The best price found for a 4-star hotel in Mooloolaba tonight is $333.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a hotel in Mooloolaba?

    The cheapest month to book a hotel in Mooloolaba is May ($234). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Mooloolaba is December ($339).

  • What is the cheapest day to book a hotel in Mooloolaba?

    The cheapest day to stay in Mooloolaba is Saturday ($264). On the other hand, travellers can expect to pay the most on Monday, when the average nightly price is $345.

  • Are there any hotels in Mooloolaba close to Maroochydore Sunshine Coast?

    The closest hotel to Maroochydore Sunshine Coast is Breeze Mooloolaba, an Ascend Hotel Collection Member, which is located 0.6 km away from the city centre.

  • What are some other cities to stay in when visiting Queensland?

    In addition to Mooloolaba, travellers opt to visit Surfers Paradise when visiting Queensland. Brisbane is also a popular choice to visit.

  • How many hotels are there in Mooloolaba?

    In total, there are 398 hotels to choose from in Mooloolaba, compared to 22,438 properties in Queensland.

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