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 The Rickshaw (Restaurant & Bar) (Shop 1/7 Emporio Pl) are great picks.

When to visit Maroochydore

Maroochydore in April
Estimated hotel price
$98
1 night at 3-star hotel
Maroochydore in April
Estimated hotel price
$98
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 Honolulu and takes around 27h 25m.

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 Bargain Car Rentals and Crazy Clark's Car Rentals, 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 Honolulu and takes around 27h 25m.

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 Bargain Car Rentals and Crazy Clark's Car Rentals, among others, in Brisbane.

Airports near Maroochydore

Airlines serving Maroochydore

Lufthansa
Good (4,681 reviews)
KLM
Good (842 reviews)
SWISS
Good (952 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,649 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,243 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,577 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,598 reviews)
Air France
Good (983 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,108 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,422 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,991 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (6,013 reviews)
Finnair
Good (858 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (808 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (931 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (840 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,758 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (412 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (533 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (1,574 reviews)
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Where to stay in Maroochydore

Average rates range from around $126 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $232 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Maroochydore

Most booked hotels in Maroochydore

Ingenia Holidays Rivershore
3 stars
Excellent (9.2, 363 reviews)
$90+
Top Spot Motel
2 stars
Excellent (8.5, 1615 reviews)
$105+
Breakfree Alexandra Beach
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 1185 reviews)
$88+
Nightcap at Waterfront Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 488 reviews)
$118+
Mantra Mooloolaba Beach
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, 3356 reviews)
$138+
River Sands Apartments
0 stars
Good (7.9, 551 reviews)
$125+

Renting a car in Maroochydore

Renting a car in Maroochydore costs $30 per day, on average, or $118 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

Expect to pay $4.39 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 $52.69 and $70.26. The most frequently booked car type in Maroochydore is Intermediate (Class Intermediate SUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Kia Stonic or similar) are, on average, 57% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Maroochydore costs $30 per day, on average, or $118 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

Expect to pay $4.39 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 $52.69 and $70.26. The most frequently booked car type in Maroochydore is Intermediate (Class Intermediate SUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Kia Stonic or similar) are, on average, 57% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.