Holiday apartment balcony overlooking Cotton Tree and the Maroochy River

Stay in Maroochydore

Wake up between river and sea.

Choose beachfront surf, Cotton Tree calm, central convenience or the new energy of the City Centre.

Where to stay

Choose the holiday outside your door.

Maroochydore spreads across several distinctive pockets, each with a different pace and set of conveniences.

01

Maroochydore Beach

Best for surf, sunrise walks, ocean views and easy access to the coastal pathway toward Alexandra Headland.

02

Cotton Tree

Choose riverfront parkland, calm-water activities, village cafés and a relaxed neighbourhood feel.

03

Central & City Centre

Stay closer to Sunshine Plaza, Ocean Street, services, business facilities and the evolving CBD.

More ways to stay

From riverfront apartments to beachside camping.

Maroochydore accommodation includes self-contained apartments, resorts, hotels, motels, holiday parks and value-focused stays.

  • Beachfront: prioritise surf, sea views and early coastal walks.
  • Cotton Tree: put shady parks, calm river water and local cafés nearby.
  • Central Maroochydore: choose shopping, dining, transport and everyday convenience.
  • Accessibility: confirm lifts, parking, room layouts and water access directly before booking.
Families relaxing beside the Maroochy River at Cotton TreeCotton Tree

Holiday planning enquiry

Tell us what you are looking for.

Share your preferred dates, group size and holiday style. Your enquiry will be sent to the Visit Maroochydore team at [email protected].