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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sunshine Coast by IHG

4.0 star property
Hotel in Sunshine Coast with free breakfast and a 24-hour fitness center

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Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (High Floor, Free Breakfast) | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes
In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes
Reception
Exterior
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

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • 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
(34 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Patio (Free Breakfast)

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

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(19 reviews)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (High Floor, Free Breakfast)

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

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

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Patio (Free Breakfast)

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)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Free Breakfast)

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)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 26 sq m
  • 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)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

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)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Free Breakfast)

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Free Breakfast)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(37 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (High Floor, Free Breakfast)

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (High Floor, Free Breakfast) | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

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

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room (Free Breakfast)

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

Standard Room (Free Breakfast)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Suite (Free Breakfast)

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

Suite (Free Breakfast)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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

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

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Free Breakfast)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(73 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
  • 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)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
42 First Avenue and Fairway Drive, Maroochydore, QLD, 4558

What's nearby

  • Sunshine Plaza - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Maroochydore Beach - 15 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Mooloolaba Beach - 6 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • Mooloolaba Esplanade - 6 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • SEA LIFE Sunshine Coast Aquarium - 6 min drive - 2.9 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪KFC - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Hungry Jack's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪John Kyle Espresso - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Market Bistro - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Boost Juice - ‬10 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), a 24-hour front desk, and 1 meeting room
  • An elevator, smoke-free premises, and a front-desk safe
  • A banquet hall and a vending machine
  • 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

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • 24-hour offsite parking (AUD 12.50 per day)
  • 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
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

Optional extras

  • Covered self parking fee: AUD 20 per day
  • Nearby parking fee: AUD 12.50 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 at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sunshine Coast by IHG?

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 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Sunshine Plaza and 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Mooloolaba Esplanade. Maroochy River Conservation Park and Maroochydore Beach are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sunshine Coast by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 489 out of 832 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 224 out of 832 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 62 out of 832 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 28 out of 832 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 29 out of 832 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Geoffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Fantastic property,clean,spacious room comfortable bed. Helpful friendly staff. Great that breakfast was included in the price. Lots of good food selection. The property was walkable to the RSL club for dinner or to fast food places. We enjoyed staying here.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Belinda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great accommodation and great location. will be back to stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a very pleasant stay and great value.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay. The free breakfast was delicious.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to everything, nice views from the rooftop pool.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Henry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Welcoming staff, great location. Great pool
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chi

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is clean with standard breakfast. The staff are friendly and helpful
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Tambelina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Near the shops
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Vanessa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location - parking in the area is a bit challenging but there are options. Unfortunately I didn’t find the bed or pillows comfortable but the property itself was good value
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelsa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stay and fabulous staff working there!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donelle

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent staff
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert William

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff really good, friendly and went further than expected to meet needs
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Alexia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Geoffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Definitely stay here.

It was clean, well appointed and breakfast was amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
5 star accomodation Clean friendly comfortable
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jock

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and great location.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Duncan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Shower was good but a bit grubby. Pillows were ridiculously small & uncomfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was perfect for my young son and I. Great facilities and many good options. A great stay!!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Kirsten

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Could of been a better selection of pillows as they werent very nice to sleep on. No extra selection of blankets. Service was good and the breakfast was average but would of been nice to have all selections every day and not every 2nd day. The bed was also very hard and when the air con was on was very loud on the lowest setting. The hotel was walking distance to everywhere which was greatt.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Tony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location close to everything
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lina

Liked: Amenities
Everything is fine, only I had trouble switching on the to n need to ask your. Staff to turn it on most days.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gail

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location close to major shopping centre with in walking distance free Breakfast every morning and excellent service will visit again
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Brilliant location. Great value!

Great hotel great location. Close to beach, sunshine plaza and restaurants. Very reasonably priced.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

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