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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sunshine Coast by IHG

4.0 star property
Travelers start their day with a coastal breakfast before choosing between poolside relaxation or an energizing workout at this well-positioned hotel

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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sunshine Coast offers upscale comfort with practical amenities. Guests enjoy a breakfast buffet, modern gym, outdoor pool, deli snacks, in-room WiFi, and attentive 24-hour front desk service.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available

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)
  • 20 sq m
  • 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)
  • 20 sq m
  • 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)

  • 26 sq m
  • 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)
  • 26 sq m
  • 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)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

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

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(15 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • 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)
  • 20 sq m
  • 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)
  • 24 sq m
  • 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)
  • 24 sq m
  • 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
(10 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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

Suite (Free Breakfast)

  • 26 sq m
  • 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
(79 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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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

Maroochydore, a neighborhood in Sunshine Coast, is home to Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sunshine Coast by IHG. Suncity Tenpin and Ripple Sunshine Coast Massage Day Spa and Beauty are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit The Wharf Mooloolaba and Aqua Park Bli Bli. Wildlife HQ Zoo and NightQuarter are also worth visiting. Visit our Sunshine Coast travel guide
Map
42 First Avenue and Fairway Drive, Maroochydore, QLD, 4558

What's nearby

  • Dessert comes first.
    Sunshine Plaza
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Alex Beach which includes a sandy beach as well as a small group of people
    Alex Beach
    4 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Maroochydore Beach
    15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Suncity Tenpin
    4 min drive - 1.7 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
  • El Camino Cantina
    9 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sunshine Coast by IHG

Upscale hotel near Mooloolaba Esplanade
Take advantage of a free breakfast buffet, a 24-hour gym, and a snack bar/deli at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sunshine Coast by IHG. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers
  • Self parking (surcharge), an electric car charging station, and a banquet hall
  • A 24-hour front desk, a vending machine, and 1 meeting room
  • A front-desk safe, an elevator, and smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 181 rooms boast comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to perks like free WiFi and desk chairs. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and hair dryers
  • 40-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, free infant beds, and electric kettles

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in the Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education) and NABERS Energy, programs that measure the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

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Property amenities

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

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • Elevator

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

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

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A damage deposit of AUD 100 will be collected before check-in.
  • This property's damage deposit is payable via a secure link and is due within 72 hours after booking. Advance payment of the damage deposit is required to check in.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • 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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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

We should mention

Parking height restrictions apply

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

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

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sunshine Coast by IHG pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for AUD 20 per day.

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

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

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

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sunshine Coast by IHG located?

Located in Maroochydore, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Sunshine Plaza and Maroochy River Conservation Park. Maroochydore Beach and Alex Skate Park are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Reviews

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sunshine Coast by IHG Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.2

Cleanliness

9.0

Amenities

9.0

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 560 out of 941 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 254 out of 941 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 66 out of 941 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 29 out of 941 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 32 out of 941 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Courteous staff very helpful Delicious Breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Wei-Wei Marinda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, great service and good breakfast
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room clean, nice staff and decent breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Ameya

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room and staff. Hotel’s close to most tourist attractions, cafes, and malls.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super helpful staff and a good roof top pool
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Viv

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Yes good breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Tara

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was in a good location. The staff were friendly and helpful. The room was was lovely.it was roomy light and cool.it was very clean and modern. It was a grwat stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Midori

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Room was clean and having a pool at the top floor was entertaining for my children.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very clean, and amazing staff
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rob

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location, close to shops, restaurants, the river walk and further on the beach. Carpark is building right next to hotel, $15 overnight or $20 multiple entry. Nice and modern, good staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean place. Close to the beach and Sunshine plaza just around the corner
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hadleigh

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean hotel, nice pool, would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great overall comfortable experience. Would have been good to see more food variety at buffet breakfast though.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

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

10/10 Excellent

Yongqiang

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
friendly stuff. ckean room. good breakfast
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Staff are so very helpful and efficient.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean comfortable room - friendly helpful staff. The breakfast was simple but covered all options and upkeep was spot on. We didn’t use the pool as we only stayed one night. Would definitely be happy to stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Katie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Pool and seating area on top floor. Good shower and size room. Handy location, breakfast a bonus. Lots of large construction jobs on 2 sides so was woken both mornings early with noise.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Rex

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

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Found a large cockroach on the floor. (It is Queensland after all)Apart from that room was very nice
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Zoran

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
clean room and good staff
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

GE

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

Dean

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

8/10 Good

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great value. Included buffet breakfast was better than some paid options. Facilities solid for the class of hotel. Reception did feel understaffed when in busy periods of the day. Overall great experience
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025