Local Escapes Near Sunshine Coast

The best weekend getaways and short escapes near Sunshine Coast — curated road trips, beach breaks & nature stays worth packing for.

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Tick Off All The Best Things To Do In Uluṟu

Uluṟu is undoubtedly the most iconic landmark in Australia. Rooted in the nation’s rich history and culture and home to the traditional custodians, the Aṉangu, seeing this beauty in real life is something every Aussie should do in their lifetime—and more than once if you can swing it.

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Basq House

Hot on the heels of several new hotel openings in Byron Bay, Basq House is a private oasis in the heart of the village centre, complete with a temperature-controlled magnesium pool, a rooftop retreat, and stunning interiors. 
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Boutique Motel Caloundra

One of Caloundra’s most iconic accommodation spots, Motel Caloundra has just reopened after a complete transformation and it’s emerged as a stylish boutique escape with the aim to be the Sunshine Coast’s first net-zero energy hotel. 
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Sixty6 Acres

Sixty6 Acres is the Sunshine Coast's luxe new farm stay retreat, with a strong ethos of paying homage to the Sunshine Coast's rich agricultural history. Located just 15 minutes from the iconic Big Pineapple, the refurbished farmstead in Woombye grows, appropriately, pineapples, but also sugar cane, grapes for their micro-winery, coffee, mangoes and a host of other crops. 
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Maleny Lodge

Maleny Lodge is a lovingly restored boutique accommodation, set in the heart of the Sunshine Coast hinterland in Maleny, that will have you falling love before you even step foot inside. 
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HOLA Eumundi

HOLA, or House Of Local Art, in Eumundi is so much more than just accommodation. It’s in the name—HOLA is all about celebrating the talents of local artists and creatives in the Sunshine Coast area. 
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Habitat Noosa

Habitat Noosa is an eco-camping spot that's located 25 minutes north of Noosa at the stunningly beautiful Elanda Point. Over the sprawling 65 acres of bushland you’ll be able to luxe-glamp, or even camp, should it take your fancy. Some of the glamping tents even come equipped with their own ensuites. How incredible is that? 
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Holey Moley

Holey Moley, the cult-like chip-and-putt that’s taken the country by storm is fiiiiiiiiiinally coming to the Sunshine Coast and we've never been more excited to grab a set of clubs.
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A First-Timer’s Guide To Koh Samui, Thailand

Lying east of the Thai mainland, Koh Samui is a must-visit slice of paradise in the Land of Smiles, whether you’re a first-timer to the country or you’ve already fallen in love with Bangkok and Phuket.