14 of the best Mooloolaba accommodation picks

From luxury beachfront resorts to budget-busting retreats, there’s no shortage of made-to-fit Mooloolaba accommodation.

For a small coastal suburb no larger than four square kilometres, mellow Mooloolaba packs a serious punch in the accommodation stakes. Spanning state-of-the-art apartments, boutique villas and beachfront gems, super-comfortable stays flow throughout the Sunshine Coast beach town. We’ve shortlisted our favourite Mooloolaba accommodation, no matter who you’re travelling with, for you to browse and book with ease.

You’ll want to be as close to Mooloolaba Beach as possible when choosing where to stay. (Image: Tourism and Events Queensland)

1. Oceans Mooloolaba Beach

Price: $$$$

The suburb’s only official five-star resort, Oceans Mooloolaba is managed by the same team behind Noosa’s beautiful On The Beach Noosa Resort and Tingirana Noosa, which explains Oceans’ chic coastal ambience.

Home to 46 5-star suites and penthouses, each decked out with modern interiors, plush bedding, and Nespresso coffee machines, the Mooloolaba accommodation features a 25-metre lap pool, kids’ wading pool, heated spa, gym, undercover parking, and a small theatre complete with leather chairs.

Enjoy views of the beach while swimming at the resort pool. (Image: Tourism and Events Queensland)

Address: 101-105 Mooloolaba Esplanade, Mooloolaba

2. Breeze Mooloolaba Beach

Price: $$-$$$

You’ll spot its unique curvilinear design a mile away. The luxurious Breeze Mooloolaba Beach is situated on the corner of Meta Street and Mooloolaba Esplanade and offers architecturally designed apartments overlooking the ocean.

Stay in a two-bedroom apartment with panoramic ocean views at Breeze Mooloolaba Beach.

Inside, choose from modern one- or two-bedroom apartments or the ground-level three-bedroom apartments. Whatever your poison, state-of-the-art technology, expansive balconies, and sophisticated interiors await, as does a pool, spa, secure undercover parking, and barbecue facilities.

The resort offers state-of-the-art facilities.

Address: 3 Meta Street, Mooloolaba

3. The Peninsula Mooloolaba

Price: $$-$$$

You’ll score instant access to some of the best Mooloolaba restaurants and bars with a stay at The Peninsula Mooloolaba. Located in the heart of its retail and dining hub on the Esplanade, the popular apartment and penthouse accommodation is conveniently located across from the beach. One, two, and three-bedroom self-contained holiday apartments and penthouses are up for grabs, and while the rooms aren’t as new as others in town, they’re packed with all the amenities you need with many offering sweeping water views. The accommodation also features a heated pool, spa, sauna, gym, tennis court, and undercover parking.

Address: 13 Mooloolaba Esplanade, Mooloolaba

4. Mantra Zanzibar Mooloolaba

Price: $$$

One of three Mantra properties in Mooloolaba, Mantra Zanzibar is located right on Mooloolaba Esplanade, so it’s the closest to the action. Pick from two and three-bedroom self-contained apartments or penthouses, each with subtle Moroccan-inspired designs, large balconies, comfortable lounge and dining areas, and plenty of natural light. Amenities include a heated pool, gym, spa, business facilities, and barbecues.

Address: 47-51 Mooloolaba Esplanade, Mooloolaba

5. Mantra Mooloolaba Beach

Price: $$$

Just a 10-minute walk from the ocean, Mantra Mooloolaba Beach is one of the original luxury hotels in the area, and it embraces the laidback beauty of the Sunshine Coast. The 191 one- or two- or three-bedroom apartments offer private balconies with soothing ocean or hinterland views. Onsite, you’ll find a rooftop observation deck, heated outdoor pool and indoor pool, spa, sauna, business facilities, barbecue facilities, a gym, and undercover parking. Plus, they do room service – a major lazy holiday win.

Address: 7 Venning Street, Mooloolaba

6. Mantra Sirocco

Price: $$$

A slightly more stripped-back Mantra choice compared with the chain’s Mooloolaba counterparts, Mantra Sirocco is still brilliantly situated in the heart of town on the Esplanade. Rooms range from two-bedroom and three-bedroom apartments to a penthouse. All are spacious and well-appointed, but those looking for a bit of luxury should book the penthouse as it comes with a private rooftop spa and barbecue. There’s a heated pool and spa for relaxing while admiring the ocean views, plus a gym, a poolside entertaining area, and undercover parking.

Address: 59-75 Mooloolaba Esplanade, Mooloolaba

7. Landmark Resort and Spa

Price: $$

There are a variety of rooms to settle into at this beachfront stay, but the biggest drawcard is the heated tropical lagoon-style pool.

The heated lagoon pool is the resort’s biggest drawcard for families.

Landmark Resort and Spa provides great family-friendly Mooloolaba accommodation right on the Esplanade, with that pool arriving alongside a kids’ wading pool and sun loungers.

Just a stone’s throw away from the beach, Landmark Resort and Spa offers a great base right on the Esplanade.

Additionally, there’s a rooftop spa to sink into between restful hangs in your studio suite or one-, two-, or three-bedroom stays. Elsewhere, there’s a sauna and gym while an on-site day spa begs to be booked.

Apartments range from studio to three-bedroom in size.

Address: 11 Mooloolaba Esplanade, Mooloolaba

8. Coco Mooloolaba

Price: $$$

A beautiful stay located on the street behind the Esplanade, Coco Mooloolaba is contemporary, comfortable and caters to all types of visitors. There are deluxe one and two-bedroom apartments to choose from, each fitted with large balconies, fully equipped kitchens, laundry facilities, and modern bathrooms.

You’ll also find a heated pool, spa and undercover barbecue facilities onsite, plus they loan out beach cabanas, beach carts and chairs, and children’s beach toys for the day.

Coco Mooloolaba is a perfect spot to unwind. (Image: Tourism and Events Queensland)

Address: 79-83 First Avenue, Mooloolaba

9. First Light Mooloolaba

Price: $$$

Looking for a state-of-the-art self-contained apartment to live out your executive living dreams? First Light Mooloolaba is endlessly slick and located just one street behind the Esplanade.

Wake up to stunning ocean views from bed.

A collection of one- or two- or three-bedroom apartments feature secure floor-to-ceiling glass doors that let sparkling ocean views flow in. There’s also a pool, sunloungers, barbecue facilities, a gym, and secure undercover parking.

There’s also a pool with sunloungers to take advantage of during your stay.

Address: 25 First Avenue, Mooloolaba

10. The Villas Mooloolaba

Price: $$$

Say no to cookie cutter and embrace a boutique stay located on a quiet Mooloolaba backstreet. The Villas Mooloolaba is home to four beautifully styled villas, scattered with coastal-chic finishes and Instagram-friendly interiors.

Check into one of the beautifully styled villas.

Each villa features two bedrooms and modern bathrooms plus there are either balconies or private terraces to lounge upon. A circular plunge pool and outdoor shower make for ideal spots to unwind, and there are several grassy areas for little ones to explore. If you’ve got a large group, you can even rent out the entire space which sleeps up to 16 people.

Each villa comes with coastal-chic finishes.

Address: 2 Barooga Crescent, Mooloolaba

11. Pandanus Mooloolaba

Price: $$$

Providing ideal digs for family getaways, Pandanus Mooloolaba offers 35 roomy apartments spanning one- or two- and three- or four-bedroom options. They’re fitted with large lounge and dining areas so there’s plenty of space for self-catered family meals. Elsewhere, you’ll find a pool, spa, gym, and secure parking, plus, you’re on a quiet street within walking distance from the Esplanade so you’re central without the crowds.

Address: 21 Smith Street, Mooloolaba

12. Sea Pearl Mooloolaba

Price: $$$$

Treat yourself to a luxurious open-plan apartment stay at Sea Pearl Mooloolaba, located right on Mooloolaba Esplanade. Two and three-bedroom options are available spanning ‘Deluxe’ and ‘Luxe’ options with ocean views and high-end furnishings. Sea Pearl takes things up a notch with an in-room dining experience you can opt for, where a personal chef and sommelier work their magic from the comfort of your room. There’s also an ocean-fronting pool, private cinema, spa, and day spa located onsite.

Address: 87 Mooloolaba Esplanade, Mooloolaba

13. La Vida Airbnb

Price: $$$$

Sleeping up to six guests, La Vida is an idyllic coastal oasis for groups, providing total privacy within a short stroll from the beach. This beachy Airbnb is perfectly set up for summer getaways with its swimming pool, sunloungers, and outdoor dining setting.

La Vida Airbnb offers a simple yet stylish accommodation option in Mooloolaba.

Inside, you’ll find stylish and spacious bedrooms with linen bedding, a luxurious bathtub, a 50-inch television, a Nespresso coffee machine, barbecue utensils, and beach essentials including towels, an umbrella and snorkelling gear.

The property can sleep up to six guests.

Address: 2 Lawrence Street, Mooloolaba

14. Mooloolaba Beach Holiday Park

Price: $

You don’t need to be cashed up to enjoy this easy, breezy Sunshine Coast beach town. Mooloolaba Beach Holiday Park is a sensational option for budget-conscious families, situated right next to The Surf Club Mooloolaba and within walking distance to The Wharf. While there aren’t any cabins, powered caravan and camping sites are available right on the beach and there’s a camp kitchen, amenities block, laundry facilities, and free wi-fi.

Address: 100 Parkyn Parade, Mooloolaba