Name: Holiday Inn & Suites Sunshine Coast, an IHG Hotel
Address: 42 First Avenue and Fairway Drive, Maroochydore, Queensland, Australia, Maroochydore, Queensland, AU
Price range: US$102–US$224 per night
Rating: 8.7

What guests think

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sunshine Coast by IHG draws praise for friendly staff, modern compact rooms, a handy location near Sunshine Plaza, and a rooftop pool, while drawbacks include limited parking, variable breakfast quality, and occasional housekeeping lapses.

Many highlight a clean, new feel and surprisingly quiet rooms. Beds can be firm with small pillows, and the frosted-glass bathroom design reduces privacy. Some note construction activity around the precinct. Overall, expect a practical base suited to short, no-frills stays.

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Facilities

Rooftop pool is popular and has a small bar and gym; several note the pool is small or warm. Onsite parking is very limited and often paid, so many use nearby garages.

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Shane

19 Oct 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

No car parking on site

8

Katrina

26 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Pool was very small.

10

Gabriel

25 Nov 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Good hotel close to shops and restaurants at Sunshine Plaza. Friendly staff and standard breakfast. Parking is not included, as it usually is at other Holiday Inn Express. But they have a parking garage next door for 15$ a night.

10

Wendy

14 Feb 2026

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Stayed 1 night

This was a lovely hotel to stay at, so close to restaurants and the roof top pool area was fabulous.

10

Elizabeth

31 Jul 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Check in was easy and the front desk staff member was professional and friendly. She gave us drink vouchers when she found out it was my birthday, which was a lovely touch. We were able to get a park in the loading zone in front of the hotel & unload our bags. Parking onsite was full, but $20 a day if you wanted to book it. A council parking lot was a short walk away and it was free to park on weekends and on weekdays about $2.30/hr so we parked there. The property itself was very modern & clean. Our room was quite compact but had everything we needed & was cleaned daily. The shower door design was a bit strange and easy to get water on the bathroom floor and you couldn’t put a bath mat down and have the door closed or it would screw up when you pushed the door open, or if you showered with the door open & bath mat down then water would spread on the bathroom floor. But not a huge issue. Just a bit of a design flaw. We enjoyed the free daily buffet breakfast. There are some fantastic dining options nearby, a minute walk. We dined at both Market Bistro & Giddy Geisha which were both amazing. The hotel is a minute from the sunshine plaza which is very handy for shopping & more dining options. It’s a short drive to Mooloolaba or Alex Heads. We had an enjoyable stay.

10

Michelle

19 Oct 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Lovely room with a comfortable bed and excellent shower. Loved the fact that the bar is attached to reception, we checked in and ordered drinks all at the same time! The staff are so beautiful and friendly and are so available to help. We particularly enjoyed the rooftop pool and bar. This place was such a great find .

10

Millen

13 Jan 2026

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Stayed 2 nights

Limited breakfast but it was included so not going to complain. There was enough for what you would need. Nice clean room, very nice hotel. Great spot, no complaints at all. If anything the only small complain is the pool could have been a little cooler. We went in to cool down but it was rather warm

10

Claire

29 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Excellent facility but the parking is an issue. As a guest we shouldn’t have to pay. If we had to go out numerous times it would add up as well as the $12.50 per night. To enter the hotel was chaotic as Google maps directed us to another street due to construction. It wasn’t easy to find.

8

claire

25 Jan 2025

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Stayed 1 night

comfortable beds, great gym and outdoor pool.

8

Vanessa

22 Aug 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Great location - parking in the area is a bit challenging but there are options. Unfortunately I didn’t find the bed or pillows comfortable but the property itself was good value

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Cleanliness

Guests frequently praise overall cleanliness and a fresh, new feel. However, housekeeping can be inconsistent, with missed servicing, empty toiletries, or bathroom detail issues reported.

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Dave

26 Oct 2023

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Stayed 1 night

This is quite a new hotel, but doesn't seem to have it together yet. On check-in we were assigned a room that had not been serviced since the last guest had stayed. The second room we were assigned was okay. There's insufficient parking by a long shot. This is ridiculous for a hotel that seems to be targetting business people, likely driving cars they don't want to leave on the street or in open-air council parking. Buffet breakfast was okay, but no bacon. I know that's very specific, but it's a staple and it'd have to be the first buffet breakfast I've ever experienced that didn't have bacon. Other facilities were good. Nice gym and pool. Was good to see signs for AEDs, but disappointing to find the one on ground floor near the lifts seems to be behind a locked door, which defeats the purpose. All this for the bargain price of $400 per night - at the Sunshine Coast in the low season!

8

carolyn

6 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

2nd stay- convenient . Great front staff but cleaning need a check

8

Josephina

16 Jun 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

I can’t fault the service and facilities. The bed was comfortable and the buffet breakfast was a nice touch. My concern was the cleanliness. Room could do with a thorough cleaning.

8

Tegan

31 Dec 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Room was very clean but quite small. Shower was nice and powerful. Staff were very friendly on check in and check out. Convenient location.

6

Lydia

8 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

To start with a positive the staff were lovely. That is where the positives end. When it says parking available, unless you pre book, there is no parking. Street parking is very very limited, their is paid public parking, but that is only good if you don't want to come and go. One of our pillow cases had stains when we checked into the room and while I was showing part of the shower just fell off. The free breakfast leaves much to be desired. It appears the hotel was very busy. Breakfast started at 7am, and by 8am there was very little food left. They did refill the hot food but cold breakfast wasnt refilled. The curtains are not block out curtains, so don't expect a sleep on. For the price, I would stay somewhere else

8

Michael

1 Feb 2026

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Stayed 2 nights

New building, clean, reasonable value.

10

Bronwyn

3 Jan 2025

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Stayed 6 nights

The staff were always helpful, polite and friendly. The amenities were great with a pool, fitness room and happy hour. Our room was serviced daily. It was a short walk to the shops, public transport and the beach and river. A beautiful, well looked after hotel with breakfast included located close to everything. What more could you want?

8

Muhammad

6 Jul 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

We had a lovely stay at the hotel and were quite impressed with some of the features like the attention to recycling (separate bins in lobby and rooms) and the excellent breakfast! Unfortunately the room was not properly cleaned on arrival: we found empty alcohol bottle under the bedside and dusty bathroom vent. The housekeeping was also very slow and only done at around 3pm and they were quite noisy talking across the passage. Had to ask for replenishing of the tea/coffee/sugar. They were however accommodating to us forgetting a toothbrush and when we needed an extra doona.

4

Tuan

14 May 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Stayed for four nights and only changed the rubbish bins in the room once. Terrible cleaning and service.

6

Rachel

10 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Amazing shower pressure, I’d come back just for that. The room was average, scuffs on the wall and some soap scum and mould buildup in the shower on the walls and in the corners.

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Rooms

Modern, space-efficient rooms often feel small; several mention firm beds and small pillows. Frosted-glass bathrooms reduce privacy, though many find rooms quiet with strong showers.

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Melissa

10 Nov 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Clean & modern Parking not available Bathrooms have minimal privacy Beds hard and pillows child’s size Customer service was good Breakfast included

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Diane

15 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Everything was great for a short stay. Room was clean and quiet - only thing I didn't like were the silly little pillows.

8

Juliet

31 Jul 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The room was modern and had a great bathroom, the area itself was very commercial and there was difficulty for parking, but a parking station closeby had parking by the hour up to a maximum of $15. I did find the aircon blowing on the bed made it difficult to sleep and pillows were strange. Free wifi was very handy and a nice free breakfast.

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Tegan

31 Dec 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Room was very clean but quite small. Shower was nice and powerful. Staff were very friendly on check in and check out. Convenient location.

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Kayla

19 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

$549 for a box! Couldn't even move around.. nothing in the rooms for eating on so forget that.. and I mean not even a plate or bowl.. hardly had sugar to do me one night.. I've stayed in cheaper nicer places and with a better view!

10

Daina

18 Aug 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Pleasantly surprised by this hotel, reception area always smelt lovely and the room was surprisingly quiet, no noise from other guests at all. Staff incredibly helpful, really can’t fault it.

8

Rhonda

25 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We stayed in a one bedroom which was beautifully clean. The bed was comfortable & it was very quiet & had blackout blinds which made the room wonderfully dark for sleeping. The only thing i did not like was that the bathroom was all printed glass which did not create a feeling of privacy. I would stay again.

8

Nicole

30 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very clean. Small rooms

10

James

5 Jun 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Very nice rooms with pillow options and a funky shower. Great buffet breakfast included

8

Vanessa

22 Aug 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Great location - parking in the area is a bit challenging but there are options. Unfortunately I didn’t find the bed or pillows comfortable but the property itself was good value

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Service

Staff are widely described as friendly, helpful and efficient, often resolving issues and offering thoughtful assistance. Occasional complaints cite understaffing or slow responses at busy times.

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Marissa

5 Jul 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

We always love our stay at the Holiday Inn Express! The location is super convenient to Sunshine Plaza and is a short walk to the Esplanade. Rooms are always so clean and comfortable, perfect for our family’s needs. The hotel was extremely busy over the school holiday time, so they could have done with a few more staff to help manage the reception and bar at happy hour. Otherwise staff were very friendly and welcoming. Thanks for another great stay!

10

Ngaire

31 Jan 2026

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Stayed 2 nights

The lady who checked us in was excellent. Very friendly and helpful. Gave us some useful tips on local attractions, restaurants and bars.

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Elizabeth

31 Jul 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Check in was easy and the front desk staff member was professional and friendly. She gave us drink vouchers when she found out it was my birthday, which was a lovely touch. We were able to get a park in the loading zone in front of the hotel & unload our bags. Parking onsite was full, but $20 a day if you wanted to book it. A council parking lot was a short walk away and it was free to park on weekends and on weekdays about $2.30/hr so we parked there. The property itself was very modern & clean. Our room was quite compact but had everything we needed & was cleaned daily. The shower door design was a bit strange and easy to get water on the bathroom floor and you couldn’t put a bath mat down and have the door closed or it would screw up when you pushed the door open, or if you showered with the door open & bath mat down then water would spread on the bathroom floor. But not a huge issue. Just a bit of a design flaw. We enjoyed the free daily buffet breakfast. There are some fantastic dining options nearby, a minute walk. We dined at both Market Bistro & Giddy Geisha which were both amazing. The hotel is a minute from the sunshine plaza which is very handy for shopping & more dining options. It’s a short drive to Mooloolaba or Alex Heads. We had an enjoyable stay.

4

Georgia Emily

2 Sept 2025

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Stayed 6 nights

The power/ outlets went out in our room a total of 7 times during the stay. Somehow me saying “yes if this happens again we would like to switch rooms” turned into us refusing to change rooms ? Along with that, the maintenance staff gave me attitude when I told him we were looking for housekeeping he told us the sign was the wrong way. I have photo proof (time stamped) to show we had requested the room service.

10

Daina

18 Aug 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Pleasantly surprised by this hotel, reception area always smelt lovely and the room was surprisingly quiet, no noise from other guests at all. Staff incredibly helpful, really can’t fault it.

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Clare

25 Mar 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Unfortunately my daughter was rushed in for emergency surgery the night before the booking. The booking was changed via phone as this was part of her 18th birthday present. I was advised to wait for an email Re: booking changes and this feedback form is the only email received. Very unhappy with communication and the added stress. Zero customer service. Very unhappy customer. Still awaiting refund after sending medical certificate.

10

Steve

28 Jul 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Staff where very good on prompt check in and very helpful when we had expressed disappointment With the rooms bed comfort. We were given another room which resolved the issue.

10

Dean

12 Oct 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

From checking to checking out and all services provided in between, my stay was amazing.

4

Christopher

5 Jul 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The hotel was clean, but the overall service fell short of expectations. Beverage options were limited, and I noticed hidden charges on my card, which I chose not to contest. Room cleaning was only provided upon request, which should not be the standard for this type of accommodation. Chris

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JENNIFER

21 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Quick check in and comfy bed. Bar service was extremely slow with only one member on at the time. Ordered dinner and was missing accompaniment when it came out. When asked, the staff member said there's only one. So she knew we ordered it but seemed like she hoped we didn't notice that it was missing. Disappointing.

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Location

Convenient base near Sunshine Plaza, dining and transport, with beaches a short drive or walk. Some mention construction around the precinct and access or parking-navigation challenges.

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Lorraine

3 May 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Shopping is very close you can walk everywhere

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Gabriel

25 Nov 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Good hotel close to shops and restaurants at Sunshine Plaza. Friendly staff and standard breakfast. Parking is not included, as it usually is at other Holiday Inn Express. But they have a parking garage next door for 15$ a night.

10

Rob

16 Jun 2024

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Stayed 1 night

A comfortable stay, room was nice but the jury is still out on the shower/toilet arrangement. Hotel parking is limited but the parking building next door is good alternative. Free breakfast was up to scratch. Not too far to the beach.

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Gillian

11 Aug 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Lots of construction in the area.

10

Glen

13 Jan 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

Very convenient location for buses and shopping centre, all within 10 minutes walk. Property is almost new and very modern although basic.

8

Jamie

18 Apr 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Clean and tidy. Close to everything

8

Brad

30 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great location

8

Rachel

3 Nov 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Really great location - 5 min walk to Sunshine plaza and heaps of surrounding restaurants. Staff are friendly and welcoming

10

Sarah

26 Apr 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Walking distance to lots of restaurants and Sunshine Plaza. Easy parking. Room was clean and modern.

10

Claire

29 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Excellent facility but the parking is an issue. As a guest we shouldn’t have to pay. If we had to go out numerous times it would add up as well as the $12.50 per night. To enter the hotel was chaotic as Google maps directed us to another street due to construction. It wasn’t easy to find.

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Dining

The included breakfast is appreciated but quality and replenishment vary, with limited options and items running out at peak times. Bar snacks and simple meals appear, with occasional praise for pizza and toasties.

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Carly

2 Feb 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Breakfast was very average- long lines at buffet and lots of items not replenished and range of foods was very limited. Parking was a mission- after check out we had to pay then go back to reception and get reimbursed. Room was modern and clean but blankets would have been nice.

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Dhaval

7 Jul 2024

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Stayed 5 nights

The breakfast menu was not having good options and no consistency in test.

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Gabriel

25 Nov 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Good hotel close to shops and restaurants at Sunshine Plaza. Friendly staff and standard breakfast. Parking is not included, as it usually is at other Holiday Inn Express. But they have a parking garage next door for 15$ a night.

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Snezana

9 Jan 2025

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Stayed 6 nights

Staff was great. Disappointed with the : For one week stay they didn't change the sheets. For Breakfasts: every morning was empty we have to wait long time for food to arrive. If the hotel provides the Breakfasts for everyone who's staying in the hotel they should know exactly how many people are there and arrange property for food,staff chef's . One of the Coffe machine was broken from the first day we have arrived and still was out of order when we left.

10

Andrew

19 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room service pizza was excellent. I love staying here.

8

Emily

13 Feb 2026

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Stayed 1 night

Breakfast was a bonus

8

Jemma

1 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great service and breakfast

10

John

26 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Clean and functional, staff friendly and excellent, breakfast very good

10

Peter

30 Jun 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The room was clean, comfortable, modern and very relaxing. The staff were friendly and helpful. The free breakfast included fresh, delicious rock melon and several flavours of Greek yoghurt which were also delicious. The cooked breakfast left a bit to be desired, with tough, dried out bacon and dried, unpalatable scrambled eggs (but it didn't matter as I just stuck to the fresh breakfast after the first morning.

10

Jonathan

12 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Modern location Friendly staff Excellent amenities One of the best ham and cheese toasties you will ever have

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Month	Average price
January	US$144
February	US$123
March	US$123
April	US$139
May	US$129
June	US$130
July	US$155
August	US$153
September	US$156
October	US$165
November	US$149
December	US$160

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
				1 $160	2 $182	3 $218
4 $144	5 $138	6 $138	7 $138	8 $138	9 $171	10 $166
11 $116	12 $124	13 $127	14 $127	15 $179	16 $158	17 $200
18 $171	19 $127	20 $134	21 $149	22 $137	23 $142	24 $139
25 $102	26 $127	27 $127	28 $127	29 $127	30 $133	31 $135

Holiday Inn & Suites Sunshine Coast, an IHG Hotel

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Standard Room

Premium Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa Bed, Patio

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (High Floor)

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, City View

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa Bed (High Floor)

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Standard Room (Upgraded)

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Patio

Premium Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (High Floor)

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20 $132	21 $133	22 $155	23 $139	24 $150	25 $196	26 $155
27 $164	28 $166	29 $185	30 $224