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 5 days in order to fully appreciate everything Mooloolaba has to offer.

Where to Eat in Mooloolaba

If you’re looking for affordable options, Bella Venezia Restaurant and Bar (95 Mooloolaba Esplanade) and The Dock Mooloolaba (123 Parkyn Pde) are great picks.

When to visit Mooloolaba

Mooloolaba in June
Estimated hotel price
£115
1 night at 3-star hotel
Mooloolaba in June
Estimated hotel price
£115
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. The shortest flight to Mooloolaba from the United Kingdom departs from London and takes around 28h 50m.

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 East Coast Car Rentals, 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. The shortest flight to Mooloolaba from the United Kingdom departs from London and takes around 28h 50m.

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 East Coast Car Rentals, among others, in Brisbane.

Airports near Mooloolaba

Airlines serving Mooloolaba

Lufthansa
Good (4,640 reviews)
KLM
Good (849 reviews)
SWISS
Good (925 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,473 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,601 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,298 reviews)
Air France
Good (982 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,557 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,937 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,126 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,481 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,770 reviews)
Finnair
Good (879 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (832 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (913 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (832 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (397 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,545 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (495 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (1,603 reviews)
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Where to stay in Mooloolaba

Average rates range from around £115 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £321 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Mooloolaba

Most booked hotels in Mooloolaba

Mantra Mooloolaba Beach
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
£111+
Oaks Sunshine Coast Oasis Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
£114+
Pelican Waters Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
£59+
Novotel Sunshine Coast Resort
4 stars
Good (7.5, Good reviews)
£112+
Caloundra Central Apartment Hotel
4 stars
Good (6.8, Good reviews)
£68+

Hiring a car in Mooloolaba

Expect to pay £0.94 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 £11.24 and £14.99. Compact (Hyundai Kona or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Mooloolaba, while also 50% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay £0.94 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 £11.24 and £14.99. Compact (Hyundai Kona or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Mooloolaba, while also 50% cheaper than other types, on average.