Maroochydore is a must-see destination in Queensland, Australia. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 5 days in order to fully appreciate everything Maroochydore has to offer.
If you’re looking for affordable options, Market Bistro (8 Market Lane) and Uptown Gastropub - Maroochydore (Kon-Tiki Business Centre T2, G01 55 Plaza Parade) are great picks. For delicious green meals, The Rickshaw (Restaurant & Bar) (Shop 1/7 Emporio Pl) and Corbins Kitchen & Wine Bar (34 Duporth Ave) are recommended spots to get vegetarian or vegan food in Maroochydore.
When flying to Maroochydore, you’ll arrive at Maroochydore Sunshine Coast (MCY), which is located 6 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Maroochydore from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 3h 30m.
Another option to get to Maroochydore is to pick up a car hire from Brisbane, which is about 90 km from Maroochydore. You’ll find branches of Alpha and EverythingFleet, among others, in Brisbane.
Average rates range from around $226 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $392 and up for a 5-star experience.
Hiring a car in Maroochydore costs $38 per day, on average, or $189 if you want to hire it for 5 days.
It’s generally cheaper to hire your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 68% cheaper than airport locations in Maroochydore.
Expect to pay $1.87 per litre in Maroochydore (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $22.44 and $29.92. The most frequently booked car type in Maroochydore is Compact (Hyundai Kona or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (MG 3 or similar) is, on average, 76% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.
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