| overlooking the maroochy river, this sophisticated waterfront hotel is a 9-minute walk from sunshine plaza shopping centre and 5 km from mooloolaba beach. upgraded apartments add additional bedrooms. check-in time: 2:00 pmcheck-out time: 10:00 am. other amenities include a fitness room and a private boat jetty. the modern, open-plan apartments with stylish furnishings provide free limited wi-fi, plus flat-screen tvs and dvd players. they also include kitchens and private balconies with panoramic ocean views. there's free underground parking, as well as an outdoor pool and a hot tub
Brisbane Airport 1 hr 11
Mount Coolum National Park (19 min)
Nature area featuring a 208-m. mountain with a walking trail to the summit & scenic views. The Big Pineapple. (18 min)
This huge pineapple is a popular landmark with steps to an observation deck, plus an on-site cafe. Bulcock Beach (30 min)
Popular beach with low-tide splash pools, clear blue waters, a boardwalk & nearby cafes. Point Cartwright Light (16 min)
Accessible by road & walking trails, this sleek 1970s lighthouse offers scenic ocean views. Bellingham Maze (18 min)
Leisure area around a star-shaped hedge maze, with mini golf, a puzzle shop & a popular garden cafe. The Wharf Mooloolaba (12 min) Sunshine Castle (11 min)
Family fun at a Norman-style castle built in the 20th century, with doll displays & treasure hunts. Mudjimba Island (14 min)
Tiger shark, surfing, snorkeling, kayaking, and beach Wildlife HQ (18 min)
Animal menagerie offering interactive experiences with koalas & other species, plus a coffee shop. SEA LIFE Sunshine Coast Aquarium (12 min)
Bright aquarium with a variety of kid-friendly exhibits & educational programs in a cheery space. Aussie World (21 min)
Time-tested theme park featuring a range of rides & attractions, plus shops & casual dining options. Mooloolaba Beach (9 min)
Seaside destination with open-air restaurants & cocktail bars, plus resort hotels & chic shops. Maroochydore Beach (9 min)
Popular for swimming, fishing, boating & surfing, this beach offers showers, restrooms & lifeguards. Buderim Forest Park (16 min)
Secluded, 45-ha. park with picnic tables, BBQ grills, walking trails & a waterfall amid rainforest. The Ginger Factory (24 min)
Theme park with displays about ginger, train & boat rides, a tropical garden walk & concessions. | 
