Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Coolum Beach travel guide

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With a population of 9,346, Coolum Beach is a must-see destination in Queensland, Australia. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Coolum Beach has to offer.

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Where to Eat in Coolum Beach

If you’re looking for affordable options, Canteen Kitchen + Bar (1748 David Low Way) and Rosa Italian (Cnr Frank St & Beach Rd) are great picks.

When to visit Coolum Beach

Coolum Beach in January
Estimated hotel price
$175
1 night at 3-star hotel
Coolum Beach in January
Estimated hotel price
$175
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Coolum Beach

Plane

When flying to Coolum Beach, you’ll arrive at Maroochydore Sunshine Coast (MCY), which is located 5 miles from the city centre. Airlines that fly from Australia to Coolum Beach include Jetstar, Qatar Airways and Singapore Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Coolum Beach departs from Sydney and takes around 1h 35m.

Car

Another option to get to Coolum Beach is to pick up a car hire from Brisbane, which is about 65 miles from Coolum Beach. You’ll find branches of Bargain Car Rentals and Turo, among others, in Brisbane.

Plane

When flying to Coolum Beach, you’ll arrive at Maroochydore Sunshine Coast (MCY), which is located 5 miles from the city centre. Airlines that fly from Australia to Coolum Beach include Jetstar, Qatar Airways and Singapore Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Coolum Beach departs from Sydney and takes around 1h 35m.

Car

Another option to get to Coolum Beach is to pick up a car hire from Brisbane, which is about 65 miles from Coolum Beach. You’ll find branches of Bargain Car Rentals and Turo, among others, in Brisbane.

Airports near Coolum Beach

MCYMaroochydore Sunshine Coast
HVBHervey Bay
BNEBrisbane

Airlines serving Coolum Beach

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,837 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,935 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,790 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,698 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,244 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,967 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (967 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,292 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (852 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (769 reviews)
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Where to stay in Coolum Beach

Average rates range from around $170 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $236 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Coolum Beach

Most booked hotels in Coolum Beach

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Oaks Sunshine Coast Seaforth Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
$176+
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Coolum At The Beach
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
$200+
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Sails Lifestyle Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
$200+
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Endless Summer Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
$230+
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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sunshine Coast, An IHG Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
$179+
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Coolum Caprice
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
$272+
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Hiring a car in Coolum Beach

Expect to pay $1.66 per litre in Coolum Beach (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $19.87 and $26.49.

Expect to pay $1.66 per litre in Coolum Beach (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $19.87 and $26.49.

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