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Sand Dunes Resort

4.5 star property
Upscale beachfront aparthotel with 2 outdoor pools

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Exterior
On the beach
Luxury 3 Bedroom House with Hot Tub | Terrace/patio
Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, individually decorated
Luxury 4 Bedroom House with Private Pool | Living area | Flat-screen TV, DVD player

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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130 Mudjimba Esplanade, Marcoola, QLD, 4564
  • Place, Yaroomba Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Marcoola Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Mount Coolum National Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Maroochydore, QLD (MCY-Sunshine Coast)
    ‪4 min drive‬

Room options

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Luxury 3 Bedroom House with Hot Tub | View from room

Luxury 3 Bedroom House with Hot Tub

  • Partial ocean view
  • 3875 sq ft
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, individually decorated

3 Bedroom Villa Poolside

  • 1948 sq ft
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Twin Beds

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Luxury 4 Bedroom House with Private Pool | Private pool

Luxury 4 Bedroom House with Private Pool

  • Partial ocean view
  • 6975 sq ft
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 11
  • 2 King Beds, 1 Queen Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 2 Twin Trundle Beds

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Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, individually decorated

4 Bedroom Villa with Pool Access

  • 2067 sq ft
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 9
  • 2 Queen Beds and 4 Twin Beds

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Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, individually decorated

2 Bedroom Apartment Ground Floor

  • 914 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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2 Bedroom Apartment (no elevator only stairs) | Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, individually decorated

2 Bedroom Apartment (no elevator only stairs)

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

One Bedroom Apartment

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Sunshine Coast

Beachfront retreat .Within a 10-minute walk of this Marcoola aparthotel, you'll find Yaroomba Beach and Marcoola Beach. Mudjimba Beach and Maroochy River Conservation Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Yaroomba Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Marcoola Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Mount Coolum National Park - 2 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Mudjimba Beach - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Maroochy River Conservation Park - 4 min drive - 1.5 miles

Getting around

  • Palmwoods Station - 21 min drive
  • Brisbane Airport (BNE) - 80 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Swell Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Florentina's Trattoria - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪North Shore Tavern - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Marcoola Surf Club - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Daily Dose - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Sand Dunes Resort

Upscale beachfront aparthotel with 2 outdoor pools
As a guest of Sand Dunes Resort, you'll find 2 outdoor swimming pools, a hot tub, and a fitness center. Public spaces have WiFi for a fee. A terrace, barbecue grills, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the luxury Sand Dunes Resort. Self parking is free.

This 4.5-star Sunshine Coast aparthotel is smoke free.

  • 75 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 34 buildings
  • Built in 2006
  • Self-service laundry
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • No smoking on site
Sand Dunes Resort offers 75 air-conditioned accommodations with washers/dryers and DVD players. Rooms open to furnished balconies. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate sitting areas. Select Comfort beds feature premium bedding. Accommodations at this 4.5-star aparthotel have kitchens with full-sized refrigerators/freezers, stovetops, microwaves, and separate dining areas. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

In-room wireless Internet access (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)) is available for a surcharge. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is offered weekly and in-room massages can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Pool/Spa

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Hot tub
  • In-room massages

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: WiFi (surcharge)
  • Available in some public areas: WiFi (surcharge)

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Stovetop

Bedrooms

  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed: AUD 40 per day
  • Select Comfort mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Separate dining area
  • Separate sitting area

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Furnished balcony
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Laundry detergent
  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Blackout drapes
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Weekly housekeeping

Location highlights

  • Near the airport
  • Near the boardwalk/promenade
  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Security system
  • Window guards
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 3 floors
  • 34 buildings
  • 75 units
  • Built in 2006
  • Garden
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Friday (8:30 AM - 5:00 PM) and Saturday - Sunday (9:00 AM - noon)
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email with check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk, lockbox

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 40.0 per day.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for AUD 15.0 per stay.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for in-room wireless internet: AUD 0 per day (rates may vary)
  • Fee for wireless internet in public areas: AUD 0 per night (rates may vary)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 15.0 per stay
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 40.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is professionally cleaned
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and window guards in each accommodation. The property is professionally cleaned.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

National rating

This property has been awarded a star rating from the Australian Star Ratings Agency, Star Ratings Australia.

Property is also known as

Sand Dunes Marcoola
Sand Dunes Resort Marcoola
Sand Dunes Resort Marcoola
Sand Dunes Resort Aparthotel
Sand Dunes Resort Aparthotel Marcoola

Frequently asked questions

How close is Sand Dunes Resort to the airport?

Sand Dunes Resort is 1.5 mi (3-min drive) away from the Maroochydore, QLD (MCY-Sunshine Coast) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Sand Dunes Resort have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Sand Dunes Resort.

How close is Sand Dunes Resort to the beach?

This aparthotel is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Sand Dunes Resort offer free breakfast?

Sand Dunes Resort does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Sand Dunes Resort?

No, there is no casino at this aparthotel.

What time is check-in at Sand Dunes Resort?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 PM.

Is there free parking at Sand Dunes Resort?

This aparthotel offers free self parking.

Does Sand Dunes Resort have a pool?

Sand Dunes Resort features 2 outdoor pools.

Does Sand Dunes Resort have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this aparthotel.

How close is Sand Dunes Resort to downtown Sunshine Coast?

Sand Dunes Resort is 3.6 mi away from Sunshine Coast.

Sand Dunes Resort Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 206 out of 287 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 68 out of 287 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 287 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 287 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 287 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great accommodation with pool right next to veranda. We’ll be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aleisha

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Accommodating of an early check in. Beautiful pool, with two different temperatures plus the spa pool so something for everyone. Convenient to take a walk on the beach each morning too!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jill, Sandy Bay

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent for the price. Ground floor was perfect for my elderly parents Every plate and cup had a chip in it which was a little disappointing and there was the expected Sunshine Coast mould on the back of the curtains but but the pool so so nice a touch warmer for those of us that are used to heated pools would also have been nice but fabulous once in
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Courtney

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
To far away from everything, not very private rooms with large uncovered glass windows and dirty floors, besides that everything was great
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Merina

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a great stay in this amazing clean apartment. Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

melanie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tahlia

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff, beautifully clean. Couple of very minor wear and tear issues like jammed locks and broken curtain but nothing that impacted our stay. Pool is amazing too! We plan to book again and for longer!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Shirley

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property was clean and within walking of the beach
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Karishma

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erika

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay with a family…highly recommended
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Unbelievable- what a stunning property. Highly recommend as it was like staying in a 5 star hotel - wonderful! Brilliant beach and shops acces.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

melanie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marina

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to the beach and an excellent swimming pool.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daryl

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always enjoy staying here, close to the beach and very relaxing.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Anthony

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Wet weather blues 😞

We planned a weekend away well in advance of our daughters 14th birthday. Her birthday surprise was for her to swim with the seals at Sea Life which she was able to do but the rest of the weekend was a washout with heavy rain. Not the resorts fault but we werent able to enjoy the resorts facilities at all. The staff were lovely, the apartment was superclean and beds comfy. That pool looked inviting as did the beach that was footsteps away and we'll definitely be back again in future and hopefully better weather next time.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay at Sand Dunes! Check in/ out was easy. The pools were awesome! Will be back for sure
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daryl

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic Pools. Lovely to have pool outside our door. Spacious 2 bedroom apartments. Well appointed. Decent sized kitchen and storage. Good to have laundry facilities. Friendly staff and cleaners.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Clean family friendly resport

Staff were so helpful and friendly, we are planning to go back with the rest of the family
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Lovely staff who let us check out late which was so helpful as we had a late flight and lots of luggage. Big apartment on the ground floor and well worth the extra money especially if you have children. Some shops and restaurants are walkable. Lovely large pools
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great venue located an easy walk to most things, especially the beach and cafes
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024