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

Balcony or 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

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Sofa bed
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
Blackout drapes/curtains
Sofa bed
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
(36 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

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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 banquet hall, and 1 meeting room
  • An elevator, a 24-hour front desk, and a vending machine
  • A front-desk safe 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

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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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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

Eco-friendliness

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 489 out of 829 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 221 out of 829 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 62 out of 829 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 28 out of 829 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 29 out of 829 reviews

Reviews

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

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

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

Amber

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was a lovely experience thanks to all the staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 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

Armghan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice location.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

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

James

Was a great place to stay and would go back
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shaye

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfast, clean hotel, attentive staff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel offered excellent service and was well equipped
Stayed 4 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

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and helpful staff and the breakfast was amazing. Included with the room
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 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

8/10 Good

Tamara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff and great location.
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

Leandra

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

8/10 Good

Tambelina

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

10/10 Excellent

Vorei

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful hotel, service and complimentary breakfast was wonderful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 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

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room service pizza was excellent. I love staying here.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet , Safe , Breakfast & Clean
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Grwat front of house staff. Very friendly. Rooms were very clean and comfortable. Will be back
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Derek

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I'd stay here again, good location, close to restaurants, shopping centre and a short walk to the beach.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danika

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We love it there, love the staff and all of the amenities. Great walking distance and very central to everything in maroochydore there is to do :)
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

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