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
Direct Collective - Breeze on Brightwater
Where to Stay in Kawana Waters, Sunshine Coast.
Coolum Beach Resort
Informal apartments and townhouses in a beach resort hotel set around a pool, plus BBQ areas.
North Shore Oceanside Kawana
Where to Stay in Kawana Waters, Sunshine Coast.
Karma Suites Montville
Where to Stay in Montville, Sunshine Coast.
River Gum Luxury Bed & Breakfast
Where to Stay in Buderim, Sunshine Coast.
Mantra French Quarter Noosa
Modern apartments in an elegant resort offering a lagoon-style pool, hot tubs & free parking.
Lowanna Beach Resort by Direct Collective
Where to Stay in Kawana Waters, Sunshine Coast.
Hilltop Hideaway B & B
Where to Stay in Eumundi, Sunshine Coast.
Robyn's Nest
Where to Stay in Eumundi, Sunshine Coast.
Broadwater on the Peninsula
Where to Stay in Kawana Waters, Sunshine Coast.
Pet Friendly Holiday Houses - Surf Club House, Holiday Rental, Sunshine Coast
Bright 2-bedroom cottage with a yard, an outdoor pool & BBQ facilities, along with a kitchen.
Caloundra Central Apartment Hotel
Airy quarters, some with balconies, in a contemporary apartment hotel featuring 2 pools & dining.
Noosa Sound Resort
Where to Stay in Noosa Heads, Sunshine Coast.
Coolum Baywatch Apartments
Laid-back apartment hotel offering sea views, a restaurant & an outdoor pool, plus a roof terrace.
Serenity on the Lake
Where to Stay in Buderim, Sunshine Coast.
Bielby's Hideaway
Where to Stay in Montville, Sunshine Coast.
River Sands Holiday Apartments - NOT PET FRIENDLY
Where to Stay in Maroochydore, Sunshine Coast.
Salt At Oceanside
Where to Stay in Kawana Waters, 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.