Sunshine Coast · Australia
Where to Stay in Caloundra, Sunshine Coast
The southern gateway to the Sunshine Coast, with a string of beaches and a relaxed promenade. Less flashy than Noosa but with good swimming and cafes.
✦ The vibe
Low-key beach town, popular with families and retirees.
👤 Best for
Families, budget-conscious visitors, and those wanting quiet beaches.
🏨 Where to stay
Motels and holiday units; mostly affordable to mid-range.
🚇 Getting around
Compact and walkable around the main beaches. 25 min drive to airport, closer to Brisbane.
📍 Nearby
Bulcock Beach, Kings Beach.
Best hotels in Caloundra
24 hotels ranked by how close they are to Caloundra
Caloundra Central Apartment Hotel
36 Browning Blvd, Caloundra QLD 4551, Australia
View intelligence briefing →Abode Mooloolaba
Sunshine Coast
View intelligence briefing →AirBnB Braehead Nature Reserve
359 Tanawha Tourist Dr, Tanawha QLD 4556, Australia
View intelligence briefing →Alex Seaside Resort
146, Alexandra Parade, Sunshine Coast, 4572
View intelligence briefing →Amytis Gardens
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View intelligence briefing →Beerwah Motor Lodge
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View intelligence briefing →Breeze Mooloolaba
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View intelligence briefing →Brightwater Hotel
15, Freshwater Street, Sunshine Coast, 4557
View intelligence briefing →Caloundra City Backpackers
84 Omrah Ave, Caloundra QLD 4551, Australia
View intelligence briefing →Catalina
47 Sixth Ave, Maroochydore QLD 4558, Australia
View intelligence briefing →Coolum Beach Resort
Sunshine Coast
View intelligence briefing →Currimundi Hotel
32, Buderim Street, Sunshine Coast
View intelligence briefing →Fiesta Buderim Motel
308, Tanawha Tourist Drive, Sunshine Coast, 4556
View intelligence briefing →Glass On Glasshouse
Sunshine Coast
View intelligence briefing →Kenilworth Country Cabins
2 Philip St, Kenilworth QLD 4574, Australia
View intelligence briefing →Key Largo
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View intelligence briefing →Kronks Motel
17 North St, Caloundra QLD 4551, Australia
View intelligence briefing →Kyamba Court Motel
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View intelligence briefing →La Promenade Apartments
4 Tay Ave, Caloundra QLD 4551, Australia
View intelligence briefing →Linnmere
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View intelligence briefing →Loea
361 Bradman Ave, Maroochydore QLD 4558, Australia
View intelligence briefing →Longboard Lodge
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View intelligence briefing →Maleny Lodge
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View intelligence briefing →Maleny Terrace Cottages
1 Panorama Pl, Maleny QLD 4552, Australia
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