Maroochydore - Maroochydore is at the very centre of the Sunshine Coast, with Caloundra to the south and Noosa to the north. Cotton Tree, an ocean side suburb on the Maroochy River, is a popular holiday spot, well serviced by holiday flats and a caravan park. The river mouth, which is a kite surfers paradise, was once the site of a large timber mill from where the local lumber was shipped to Brisbane by paddle-steamer. There are river cruises, and great fishing opportunities in this aquatic paradise. The Maroochy area is blessed with 25km of golden sands and inviting ocean that embraces such famous surf beaches as Mooloolaba, Alexandra Headland, Coolum and Maroochydore.

Maroochydore accommodation is perfect for a relaxing getaway or a family holiday. Maroochydore, a local Aboriginal word for the native black swan, is about an hours drive from Brisbane. There is plenty to do while staying in Maroochydore accommodation. Water activities on offer include, jet skiing, parasailing, deep sea fishing and diving, sea kayaking and canoeing. Adventure activities include, sky diving, abseiling and horse riding. Take a scenic drive through the Sunshine Coast Hinterland and stop in at some of the beautiful townships to grab a bite to eat or browse in craft stores and galleries. Visit the Bellingham Maze, while staying in Maroochydore accommodation, and get lost in this maze made up of 2m high cypress pine hedges. Or see works of art in a mountain-top cottage and Tiffany Jones Fine Art Gallery in Buderim. While staying in accommodation in Maroochydore visit Superbee Honey Factory, with free admission, and see live bee keeping demonstrations, the Three Bears Cottage, Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, The House that Jack Built, mini golf, merry-go-round, electric cars and honey tasting. For the young and young at heart, visit Top Shots Fun Park and enjoy their video game arcade, mini golf course, Vertical Trampoline and indoor rock-climbing wall. Get close to nature, while staying in Maroochydore accommodation, with a visit to Buderim Forest Park, the Maroochy Wetlands Sanctuary at Bli Bli, or visit the beautiful rainforest in the hinterland areas of Kenilworth. Or relax on one of the beautiful beaches of the Maroochy area.

There are plenty of shopping opportunities to enjoy on the Sunshine Coast, while staying in Maroochydore accommodation. On Wednesdays and Saturdays browse the stalls offering organic produce, preserves, and locally grown flowers at the famous Eumundi Markets. Or visit the markets, which occur often at many Maroochy Shire Coast beaches and Hinterland towns. Or shop at the major shopping centres, Sunshine Plaza and The Big Top Shopping Centre at Maroochydore. Maroochydore has a popular surf beach which is patrolled. The Maroochy River's southern bank forms a virtually unbroken stretch of parkland and picnic spots in the area. Maroochydore is also a major commercial area of the Sunshine Coast with most shopping precincts located in the central business district. It is home to the Sunshine Plaza shopping centre, the Sunshine Coast Airport, and the Sunshine Coast's major bus interchange for TransLink services on the Sunshine Coast. Maroochydore is also a venue of major surf sport carnivals, and is a popular holiday point from which to travel the rest of Queensland and the Sunshine Coast. Accommodation in Maroochydore includes resort accommodation and self-contained apartments (ideal for a family holiday in Maroochyrdore). Stay in an affordable Maroochydore motel or a luxurious hotel. There are also caravan and camping parks for the budget Sunshine Coast holiday. Book your Maroochydore holiday online today!