| unassuming rooms come with tvs, shared bathrooms, ceiling fans and tea and coffeemaking facilities, while upgraded rooms offer air-conditioning, minifridges and en suite bathrooms. check-in time: 2:00 pmcheck-out time: 9:30 am. amenities include an outdoor saltwater pool, a communal kitchen, a bbq grill and laundry facilities. across the street from beachfront lions park, this laid-back motel is 5 km from peregian springs golf club and 7 km from mount coolum national park
Brisbane Airport 1 hr 20
Mooloolaba Beach (21 min)
Seaside destination with open-air restaurants & cocktail bars, plus resort hotels & chic shops. Sunshine Castle (18 min)
Family fun at a Norman-style castle built in the 20th century, with doll displays & treasure hunts. Mount Coolum National Park (7 min)
Nature area featuring a 208-m. mountain with a walking trail to the summit & scenic views. Noosa National Park (26 min)
Large, scenic area with a mountain summit walk & coastal trails, plus wildlife viewing & swimming. Lake Weyba (14 min)
Large, shallow saltwater lake, a popular spot for swimming, fishing, boating & wildlife viewing. The Ginger Factory (20 min)
Theme park with displays about ginger, train & boat rides, a tropical garden walk & concessions. Blast Aqua Park Coolum (10 min)
Water park Fairy Pools (26 min)
Snorkeling in natural saltwater pools on a dramatic headland with a stone beach & coastal forest. The Big Pineapple. (26 min)
This huge pineapple is a popular landmark with steps to an observation deck, plus an on-site cafe. Laguna Lookout (22 min)
Circular overlook boasting sweeping views of the coast amid picturesque national parkland. Noosa Heads Main Beach (21 min)
Wide, sandy beach backing up to a nature reserve & gardens, with relatively calm water for the area. Point Cartwright Light (26 min)
Accessible by road & walking trails, this sleek 1970s lighthouse offers scenic ocean views. Makepeace Island (23 min)
Lush, heart-shaped island resort with posh villas, a swimming pool, tennis courts & gourmet dining. SEA LIFE Sunshine Coast Aquarium (23 min)
Bright aquarium with a variety of kid-friendly exhibits & educational programs in a cheery space. Eumundi Markets (20 min)
Lively open-air market with locally made arts & crafts, plus street food, twice weekly since 1979. | 
