Best Where to Stay in Sunshine Coast (2026)
From the everyday to the indulgent, here are 168 of the best where to stay in Sunshine Coast. Each pick is scored on reputation, popularity and how current our information is, so you can choose somewhere brilliant without the guesswork. Use the filters to narrow by suburb, price or features.
Where you stay shapes the trip. Sunshine Coast's options run from central hotels within walking distance of the action to quieter neighbourhood stays and serviced apartments. Book early for peak periods and major events.
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168 spots
BIG4 Caloundra
Where to Stay in Caloundra, Sunshine Coast.
BIG4 Maroochy River
Where to Stay in Maroochydore, Sunshine Coast.
RACV Noosa Resort
Upmarket getaway with a restaurant, a bar & a spa, plus 2 lagoon pools with a kids' splash park.
Bounce Noosa
Where to Stay in Noosaville, Sunshine Coast.
Ingenia Holidays Rivershore
Where to Stay in Coolum Beach, Sunshine Coast.
Flashpackers Noosa
Relaxed dorms & private rooms in a lively hostel with free socials & breakfast, plus a pool & BBQs.
Spicers Clovelly Estate
$$$Chic lodging with elegant decor and free Wi-Fi, plus a French restaurant and an outdoor pool.
Elysium Noosa Resort - MGallery Collection
Bright quarters with kitchenettes in an upmarket hotel with water views, plus a spa & dining.
Glen Eden Beach Resort
Casual townhouses in a beachside retreat featuring a game room, an outdoor pool & a BBQ area.
South Pacific Resort & Spa Noosa
Luxe hotel resort featuring bungalow apartments with kitchens, plus a tennis court and 4 pools.
Top of the Hill
Airy quarters, some with whirlpool tubs, in a casual hotel offering mountain views & terrace dining.
Montville Ocean View Cottages
Laid-back cottages with forest views & whirlpool baths, plus a tennis court & breakfast.
Narrows Escape Rainforest Retreat
Posh, rainforest retreat with cottages featuring whirlpool tubs and free Wi-Fi and breakfast.
Sand Dunes Resort
Oceanfront choice offering upscale apartments, villas and beach houses, plus lagoon pools.
Halse Lodge Noosa Heads
Where to Stay in Noosa Heads, Sunshine Coast.
Rumba Beach Resort
Polished hotel offering modern suites & apartments, plus 9 restaurants/bars & an outdoor pool.
Sandy Beach Resort
Laid-back apartments in a low-key venue offering 2 outdoor pools, BBQ facilities and a sauna.
Alex Beach Cabins and Tourist Park
Where to Stay in Mooloolaba, Sunshine Coast.
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Read guide →Where to Stay in Sunshine Coast — FAQs
What are the best where to stay in Sunshine Coast?+
Our top-rated where to stay in Sunshine Coast are ranked by our Spot Score, which combines Google ratings, review volume, category fit and how recently we verified the details. The highest scorers appear at the top of this page.
How is the Sunshine Coast where to stay ranking decided?+
We blend independent signals — Google star ratings and review counts, popularity, the quality of available information and freshness — into a single Spot Score out of 100. It's an editorial score, not a paid placement.
Can I filter where to stay by suburb or price?+
Yes. Use the filters to narrow by suburb, minimum rating, price level, whether a place is open now, and features like dog-friendly or outdoor seating.
How many where to stay are listed in Sunshine Coast?+
We currently feature 168 where to stay across Sunshine Coast and surrounding suburbs, and we add and re-check venues regularly.