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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sunshine Coast by IHG

4.0 star property
4-star hotel near Mooloolaba Esplanade

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Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Free daily buffet breakfast
Point of interest
Meeting facility
Exterior

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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42 First Avenue and Fairway Drive, Maroochydore, QLD, 4558
  • Place, Sunshine Plaza
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Maroochydore Beach
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Suncity Tenpin
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Maroochydore, QLD (MCY-Sunshine Coast)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Free Breakfast)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(36 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room amenity

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Patio (Free Breakfast)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(19 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (High Floor, Free Breakfast)

  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Patio (Free Breakfast)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Free Breakfast)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (Free Breakfast)

In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (Free Breakfast)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(14 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (High Floor, Free Breakfast)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Free Breakfast)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(40 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (High Floor, Free Breakfast)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room (Free Breakfast)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Suite (Free Breakfast)

  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Free Breakfast)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(78 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, City View (Free Breakfast)

In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, City View (Free Breakfast)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(16 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Sunshine Coast

Maroochydore stay.With a stay at this Maroochydore hotel, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Sunshine Plaza and 2 miles (3 km) of Maroochydore Beach. Alex Skate Park and Alex Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Sunshine Plaza - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Maroochydore Beach - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Suncity Tenpin - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Alex Beach - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Alex Skate Park - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles

Getting around

  • Palmwoods Station - 23 min drive
  • Maroochydore, QLD (MCY-Sunshine Coast) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hungry Jack's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Hungry Jack's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Giddy geisha - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Betty's Burgers & Concrete Co. - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sunshine Coast by IHG

4-star hotel near Mooloolaba Esplanade
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sunshine Coast by IHG offers its guests an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center. There's a snack bar/deli on site. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

The business-friendly Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sunshine Coast by IHG also features a vending machine, a front-desk safe, and an elevator. For a fee, parking is available.

This 4-star Sunshine Coast hotel is smoke free.

  • 181 guestrooms or units
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Front-desk safe
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • 1 conference room
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sunshine Coast by IHG offers 181 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and hair dryers. 40-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include showers and toothbrushes and toothpaste.

This Sunshine Coast hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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  • Parking included
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Total with taxes and fees
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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • 24-hour offsite parking (AUD 15 per day)
  • Street parking available
  • Secured, covered self parking on site (AUD 20 per day)

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • Elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.9 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests booked in breakfast included rate plans receive breakfast for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Breakfast fees apply for additional guests.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A damage deposit of AUD 100 will be collected before check-in.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Covered self parking fee: AUD 20 per day
  • Nearby parking fee: AUD 15 per day(886 ft away; open 24 hours)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.9 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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
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
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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Holiday Inn Express Suites Sunshine Coast by IHG
Holiday Inn Express Suites Sunshine Coast An Ihg Hotel
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sunshine Coast by IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sunshine Coast by IHG Maroochydore

Frequently asked questions

How close is Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sunshine Coast by IHG to the airport?

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sunshine Coast by IHG is 7.7 mi (15-min drive) away from the Maroochydore, QLD (MCY-Sunshine Coast) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sunshine Coast by IHG have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sunshine Coast by IHG.

How close is Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sunshine Coast by IHG to the beach?

This hotel is 2.6 mi (10-min drive) from Mooloolaba Beach and 1.4 mi (6-min drive) from Maroochydore Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sunshine Coast by IHG offer free breakfast?

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sunshine Coast by IHG offers free buffet breakfast on weekdays between 6:30 AM and 9:30 AM and weekends between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sunshine Coast by IHG?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sunshine Coast by IHG?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sunshine Coast by IHG?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for AUD 20 per day.

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sunshine Coast by IHG have a pool?

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sunshine Coast by IHG features an outdoor pool.

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sunshine Coast by IHG have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sunshine Coast by IHG to downtown Sunshine Coast?

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sunshine Coast by IHG is 1.7 mi away from Sunshine Coast.

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sunshine Coast by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 549 out of 927 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 251 out of 927 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 66 out of 927 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 29 out of 927 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 32 out of 927 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

toby

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff. No curtain in bedroom So couldn’t sleep. Needs urgent attention!!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tadeo

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natasha

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed here for the night with my friend, room was small but perfect for the both of us, we were both amazed with the bathroom set up! We’ve never seen a bathroom like it before, ventilation in the bathroom was amazing also, air con was nice and cold, bed was comfortable, room was bright and well lit, staff were amazing! Didn’t sleep well the night we stayed there and ordered 2 bottles of water, phone call scared the heck outta both of us as he was asleep and I wasn’t, but he did say he had a good sleep, each area, pool, gym, reception, laundry, was clean, we both had the chicken parmigiana and beer of the month, amazing sized dinner and delicious! Worth the money! Breaky was a bit, busy? A lot of tourists, food didn’t stay full for long but my hats off to food and bev for working as fast as they could to provide breakfast for everyone. Next time we meet half way again we will definitely be staying here again!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean tidy noce pool not much of a view of ocean breafast was loveerly staff well trained and nice
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely room with a comfortable bed and excellent shower. Loved the fact that the bar is attached to reception, we checked in and ordered drinks all at the same time! The staff are so beautiful and friendly and are so available to help. We particularly enjoyed the rooftop pool and bar. This place was such a great find .
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Shane

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
No car parking on site
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Kayla

Traveled with family
Disliked: Room comfort
$549 for a box! Couldn't even move around.. nothing in the rooms for eating on so forget that.. and I mean not even a plate or bowl.. hardly had sugar to do me one night.. I've stayed in cheaper nicer places and with a better view!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Rex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, clean room, reasonably central location
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Derek

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

10/10 Excellent

Ben

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nor bad
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Stuart

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were all excellent and helpful. Rooms are lovely and comfortable. The hotel overall very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Xavier

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

JU HYUN

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wasn't a great stay. Key system is not working properly and there was somthing that I don't want to share with other guests fir the sake of hotel. We stayed at the most expensive room then imagine what happened. I don't think not wanting to stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dean

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
From checking to checking out and all services provided in between, my stay was amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing service, staff, amenities and location
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were clean, great location at a reasonable price. Enjoyed our stay
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Hsiao hsuan

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place to stay, awesome breakfast in the price, great pool, close to beach and restaurants. Only criticism, the shampoo, conditioner and shower gel in the bathroom were all pretty much empty. Would def stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

GE

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great swimming pool and fitness room. The free breakfast is so delicious and we as a family really enjoyed.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gayle

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very friendly and helpful, property is new so rooms designed for maximum clever use of the space available. Very comfortable. Area immediately around hotel is a new development zone so a bit of a jumble, but easily walkable to main part of Maroochydore & safe, off-street (paid) parking very close to hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Susan

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Rude and over priced considering the room was disgusting
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025