| there are 2 heated outdoor pools and a kids' pool, plus 2 hot tubs and a sauna. the 1- to 3-bedroom units come with whirlpool baths and full kitchens, and some offer ocean views. minimum-stay rules apply. air-conditioning is available in some apartments, and ceiling fans are provided in all. a private walkway to the beach, a tennis court, a bbq and free parking are available. set in 2 towers, this laid-back resort is a 4-minute walk from a white-sand beach and 18 km from aussie world theme park. check-in time: 2:00 pmcheck-out time: 10:00 am. the relaxed studio apartments feature balconies, free wi-fi, kitchenettes and washer/dryers. a 3-storey penthouse adds a plunge pool and a bbq
Brisbane Airport 1 hr 9
Aussie World (20 min)
Time-tested theme park featuring a range of rides & attractions, plus shops & casual dining options. Sunshine Castle (16 min)
Family fun at a Norman-style castle built in the 20th century, with doll displays & treasure hunts. The Ginger Factory (27 min)
Theme park with displays about ginger, train & boat rides, a tropical garden walk & concessions. Wildlife HQ (20 min)
Animal menagerie offering interactive experiences with koalas & other species, plus a coffee shop. Point Cartwright Light (14 min)
Accessible by road & walking trails, this sleek 1970s lighthouse offers scenic ocean views. Mooloolaba Beach (6 min)
Seaside destination with open-air restaurants & cocktail bars, plus resort hotels & chic shops. Maroochydore Beach (4 min)
Popular for swimming, fishing, boating & surfing, this beach offers showers, restrooms & lifeguards. The Wharf Mooloolaba (9 min) SEA LIFE Sunshine Coast Aquarium (9 min)
Bright aquarium with a variety of kid-friendly exhibits & educational programs in a cheery space. Mudjimba Island (17 min)
Tiger shark, surfing, snorkeling, kayaking, and beach Bulcock Beach (28 min)
Popular beach with low-tide splash pools, clear blue waters, a boardwalk & nearby cafes. Buderim Forest Park (15 min)
Secluded, 45-ha. park with picnic tables, BBQ grills, walking trails & a waterfall amid rainforest. Bellingham Maze (16 min)
Leisure area around a star-shaped hedge maze, with mini golf, a puzzle shop & a popular garden cafe. The Big Pineapple. (20 min)
This huge pineapple is a popular landmark with steps to an observation deck, plus an on-site cafe. Mount Coolum National Park (22 min)
Nature area featuring a 208-m. mountain with a walking trail to the summit & scenic views. | 
