
Coolum at the Beach
Airy apartments and villas with kitchens and balconies, plus 4 pools and an exercise room.
Looking for the best where to stay in Coolum Beach? We've gathered 14 standout spots in this corner of Sunshine Coast, each ranked by our independent Spot Score so the strongest picks rise to the top. Coolum Beach has its own character, and the where to stay here reflect it — from neighbourhood favourites locals keep to themselves to places worth a special trip across town. Use the filters to narrow by price, rating, what's open right now and the features that matter to you, then open the map to plan your visit around what else is nearby. We re-check details regularly, so opening hours and information stay current.
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.
14 spots in Coolum Beach

Airy apartments and villas with kitchens and balconies, plus 4 pools and an exercise room.

Modern, stylish apartments with full kitchens and washer/dryers, plus a pool and a day spa.

Laid-back getaway featuring a mini-golf course, a kids' play area, 2 outdoor pools & a spa.

Plush, modern property with free Wi-Fi, 2 pools and a tennis court, plus BBQ areas and a hot tub.

Upmarket villas with balconies & ocean views in a chic Mediterranean-style hotel offering 2 pools.

Where to Stay in Coolum Beach, Sunshine Coast.

Where to Stay in Coolum Beach, Sunshine Coast.

Modern apartments with ocean views in a beach resort with gardens, a boardwalk & a tropical pool.

Relaxed lodgings featuring kitchens and balconies with sea views, plus pools, a sauna & dining.

Beachfront option offering modern apartments with balconies and kitchens, plus an outdoor pool.

Apartments in a tropical beach setting offering an outdoor pool and a gym, 2 saunas, plus BBQ areas.

Airy 1- and 2-bedroom apartments with kitchens, plus 3 outdoor pools, a hot tub & a BBQ area.

Informal apartments and townhouses in a beach resort hotel set around a pool, plus BBQ areas.

Laid-back apartment hotel offering sea views, a restaurant & an outdoor pool, plus a roof terrace.
The where to stay in Coolum Beach listed here are ranked by our Spot Score — our independent editorial rating out of 100, combining reputation, popularity, category fit and how recently we verified the details. The highest scorers appear first.
We currently feature 14 where to stay in Coolum Beach, and we add and re-check venues regularly so the list stays current.
Coolum Beach is one of Sunshine Coast's neighbourhoods — open any venue's page for its exact location, nearby public-transport stops and a map. See our Getting Around guide for tickets and fares.