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First Light Mooloolaba, an Ascend Collection Hotel

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4-star hotel near Mooloolaba Esplanade

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Penthouse, 3 Bedrooms (Top Floor) | Iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds, free WiFi
Flat-screen TV
Balcony
Iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds, free WiFi
Outdoor pool

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Pool
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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25/27 First Avenue, Mooloolaba, QLD, 4557
  • Place, Mooloolaba Esplanade
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Mooloolaba Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, SEA LIFE Sunshine Coast Aquarium
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Maroochydore, QLD (MCY-Sunshine Coast)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Room options

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Iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Suite, 1 Bedroom

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Suite, 2 Bedrooms (Apartment)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Penthouse, 3 Bedrooms (Top Floor) | Iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Penthouse, 3 Bedrooms (Top Floor)

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 4 Twin Beds

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Iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Apartment, 1 Bedroom (Water View)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms (Water View)

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

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Iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms (Upper Floor)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Apartment, 1 Bedroom (Upper Floor)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms (No Air Conditioning)

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

Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking (Efficiency)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking (Efficiency)

  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds

One-Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 2

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Iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Three-Bedroom Apartment - Sky Home

  • Sleeps 6

Two-Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 4

Two-Bedroom with Water View

  • Sleeps 4

One-Bedroom Suite

  • Sleeps 2

One-Bedroom Apartment With Water View

  • Sleeps 2

Two-Bedroom Apartment Suite

  • Sleeps 4

Efficiency Queen Suite-Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

Efficiency Suite With Multiple Beds-Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 6

One-Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 2

One-Bedroom Apartment-Upper Floor

  • Sleeps 2

Two-Bedroom Apartment-Upper Floor

  • Sleeps 4

About the neighborhood

Sunshine Coast

Mooloolaba stay.At this Mooloolaba hotel, you'll be well placed to visit Mooloolaba Beach and Mooloolaba Esplanade, both within a 5-minute walk. Salt Caves Mooloolaba and Briner Beach are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Mooloolaba Esplanade - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Salt Caves Mooloolaba - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Mooloolaba Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • SEA LIFE Sunshine Coast Aquarium - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • The Wharf Mooloolaba - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Landsborough Station - 21 min drive
  • Maroochydore, QLD (MCY-Sunshine Coast) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪4 Pines Mooloolaba - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Craft - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Spice Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Taps Mooloolaba - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Tokyo Taco - ‬7 min walk

About this property

First Light Mooloolaba, an Ascend Collection Hotel

4-star hotel near Mooloolaba Esplanade
First Light Mooloolaba, an Ascend Collection Hotel offers its guests an outdoor pool and a fitness center. Barbecue grills, tour/ticket assistance, and laundry facilities are also featured at First Light Mooloolaba, an Ascend Collection Hotel.

This 4-star Sunshine Coast hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 28 guestrooms or units
  • 13 levels
  • Self-service laundry
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
First Light Mooloolaba, an Ascend Collection Hotel offers 28 accommodations with washers/dryers and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to furnished balconies. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas and include dining tables. Accommodations at this 4-star hotel have kitchens with refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves, and separate dining areas. Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Sunshine Coast hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and ceiling fans. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Dining table
  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • In-room washer/dryer
  • Laundry facilities
  • Living room
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Separate in-room dining area

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • Elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable/satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Separate dining area
  • Stovetop

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laundry detergent
  • Living room
  • Phone
  • Separate sitting area
  • Washer/dryer

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 5 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.43 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open Monday - Friday (8:30 AM - 5 PM) and Saturday - Saturday (9:30 AM - 3:30 PM)
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 5 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Accommodations are self catering and unserviced. Initial provisions are supplied but not replenished during the stay. A mid-week housekeeping service is provided for bookings of 8 nights or more.

Access methods

Staffed front desk, lockbox

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 50.0 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for AUD 20.0 per night.

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.

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 20.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 50.0 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.43 percent

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation. The property is professionally cleaned.

Property is also known as

First Light Mooloolaba Apartment
First Light Apartment
First Light Mooloolaba Sunshine Coast
First Light Mooloolaba
First Light Mooloolaba Ascend Hotel Collection
First Light Mooloolaba, Ascend Hotel Collection Hotel
First Light Mooloolaba, Ascend Hotel Collection Mooloolaba
First Light Mooloolaba, Ascend Hotel Collection Hotel Mooloolaba

Frequently asked questions

How close is First Light Mooloolaba, an Ascend Collection Hotel to the airport?

First Light Mooloolaba, an Ascend Collection Hotel is 10.8 mi (18-min drive) away from the Maroochydore, QLD (MCY-Sunshine Coast) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does First Light Mooloolaba, an Ascend Collection Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at First Light Mooloolaba, an Ascend Collection Hotel.

How close is First Light Mooloolaba, an Ascend Collection Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is a short 4-minute walk from Mooloolaba Beach and 9-minute walk from Briner Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does First Light Mooloolaba, an Ascend Collection Hotel offer free breakfast?

First Light Mooloolaba, an Ascend Collection Hotel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at First Light Mooloolaba, an Ascend Collection Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at First Light Mooloolaba, an Ascend Collection Hotel?

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

Is there free parking at First Light Mooloolaba, an Ascend Collection Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does First Light Mooloolaba, an Ascend Collection Hotel have a pool?

First Light Mooloolaba, an Ascend Collection Hotel features an outdoor pool.

Does First Light Mooloolaba, an Ascend Collection Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is First Light Mooloolaba, an Ascend Collection Hotel to downtown Sunshine Coast?

First Light Mooloolaba, an Ascend Collection Hotel is 3.8 mi away from Sunshine Coast.

First Light Mooloolaba, an Ascend Collection Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 159 out of 282 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 79 out of 282 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 27 out of 282 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 282 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 282 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Josh

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Most importantly this is not a hotel, it is an apartment building. We paid a lot during an event, and were severely disappointed at service and ammenties. There was no one for reception for check in, no visitor parking bays, and we were provided a single building key. The room was missing soap in one bathroom and had a broken towel rack. The pool area is small and uninviting.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Amazing apartment I street back from the ocean. Lota of cafes and places to eat downstairs and a few minutes walk. Reception was amazing and staff were very helpful and organised a late check out for us free of charge. We had a 2 bedroom apartment. Beds were very comfortable. We were allocated 1 parking bay. The only strange thing was the position of the toilet in the ensuite bathroom. It was position facing a wall which gave limited space. We are of average height but would not of been good if you were tall. The main bathroom was fine.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Ramon

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We absolutely loved our stay at First Light. It is situated at a perfect place, within walking distance to shopping area, restaurants, beach and supermarket. We also had the perfect room which looked straight out over the beach. Would definitely stay here again
View of beach from the balcony
Main bedroom view
Night time view of street below
Woke to this view one morning
Stayed 13 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Ashleigh

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Amy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
WiFi did not work. So the TV did not work. Not great for staying with children
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Kylie

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Annie

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Bernice and Adrian

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Great location.

Great location and walking distance to all restaurants, shops and beach. Spacious apartment with balcony and was well equipped. We had a few issues with a terrible smell coming up from drains in bathrooms- reported it to reception and they sent someone to fix that day, however after 24hrs, the smell came back. We also had issues with getting the tv to work, again reported to reception and they fixed, but we were unable to get any local channels the entire stay. Cleaning could have been better, pistachio nut under bed on arrival and fluff on floor. Also found that doors were a little grotty and mirrors still had finger prints on them. There is no servicing to apartment, so if you have a longer stay, you will need to wash your towels.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

JESS LYNDON

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was spacious. Washer dryer was a blessing after spending days at the beach. 2 minute walk to the beach.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Antonia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Ellen

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Have provided feedback on check in
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Julie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Humberto

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This location is fantastic. The beach is only 50 meters away. The apartment was immaculate. Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Thomas

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Dated and a little dirty

Check in was great and the team brilliant, location was perfect. The apartment itself was dated and a little dirty. Some odd smells coming out of the carpets (damp) and from behind the fridge. One shower was unusable due to broken shower head and the towels were stained and burn marked. We tried to speak to reception but as it was public holiday weekend the desk was always closed. All in all it was ok, but I dont think we will back any time soon.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Brent

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The air conditioning wasn't working-all three units. Ceiling fan not working, we were left a portable air conditioning that was put in the corner of the room with no directions. The room profile showed a view-there wasn't one! We booked for two nights but only stayed one due to the disappointment.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Matthew

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Good location, convenient and clean throughout .
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Bart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
great hotel and spot. East access to the beach and all other shops
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeanette

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The fridge handle kept coming off when trying to open it. Got a huge dong on my head from it. You may need to look at it to find out what is happening. Main bedroom handle is loose.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

MARTIN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location and close to everything
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rohan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Leonie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024