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

Mooloolaba travel guide

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You're Going to Love Mooloolaba

With a population of 9,502, Mooloolaba 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 Mooloolaba has to offer.

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Where to Eat in Mooloolaba

If you’re looking for affordable options, Pier 33 (33-35 Parkyn Parade) and The Dock Mooloolaba (123 Parkyn Pde) are great picks. For delicious green meals, Bella Venezia Restaurant and Bar (95 Mooloolaba Esplanade) and RB Bar & Restaurant (The Wharf Mooloolaba, 123 Parkyn Parade) are recommended spots to get vegetarian or vegan food in Mooloolaba.

When to visit Mooloolaba

Mooloolaba in June
Estimated hotel price
$237
1 night at 3-star hotel
Mooloolaba in June
Estimated hotel price
$237
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Mooloolaba

Plane

When flying to Mooloolaba, you’ll arrive at Maroochydore Sunshine Coast (MCY), which is located 6 miles from the city centre. Airlines that fly from Australia to Mooloolaba include Jetstar, Qatar Airways and Singapore Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Mooloolaba departs from Sydney and takes around 1h 35m.

Car

Another option to get to Mooloolaba is to pick up a car hire from Brisbane, which is about 55 miles from Mooloolaba. You’ll find branches of Bargain Car Rentals and Turo, among others, in Brisbane.

Plane

When flying to Mooloolaba, you’ll arrive at Maroochydore Sunshine Coast (MCY), which is located 6 miles from the city centre. Airlines that fly from Australia to Mooloolaba include Jetstar, Qatar Airways and Singapore Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Mooloolaba departs from Sydney and takes around 1h 35m.

Car

Another option to get to Mooloolaba is to pick up a car hire from Brisbane, which is about 55 miles from Mooloolaba. You’ll find branches of Bargain Car Rentals and Turo, among others, in Brisbane.

Airports near Mooloolaba

MCYMaroochydore Sunshine Coast
HVBHervey Bay
BNEBrisbane

Airlines serving Mooloolaba

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,333 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,834 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,929 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,788 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,696 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,444 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,695 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,213 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,242 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,273 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,964 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 Mooloolaba

Average rates range from around $244 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $588 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Mooloolaba

Most booked hotels in Mooloolaba

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Excellsior
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
$150+
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Ocean Views Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
$201+
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Landmark Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
$158+
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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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Pelican Waters Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
$110+
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Mantra Mooloolaba Beach
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
$220+
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Hiring a car in Mooloolaba

Hiring a car in Mooloolaba costs $54 per day, on average, or $214 if you want to hire it for 4 days.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 2% more expensive than at Maroochydore Sunshine Coast.

Expect to pay $1.66 per litre in Mooloolaba (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. The most frequently booked car type in Mooloolaba is Premium (Toyota HiAce or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Toyota Yaris or similar) is, on average, 59% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Mooloolaba costs $54 per day, on average, or $214 if you want to hire it for 4 days.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 2% more expensive than at Maroochydore Sunshine Coast.

Expect to pay $1.66 per litre in Mooloolaba (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. The most frequently booked car type in Mooloolaba is Premium (Toyota HiAce or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Toyota Yaris or similar) is, on average, 59% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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