Coolum Beach coastline and Mount Coolum in the early morning light

Sunshine Coast, Queensland

Beach days. Mountain mornings.

Discover Coolum Beach accommodation, local restaurants, relaxed shopping, coastal walks and everything you need to plan an easy Sunshine Coast escape.

Between the mountain and the sea

Welcome to Coolum

Close to everything. A world away from the rush.

Coolum Beach pairs a broad surf coastline with a relaxed village, excellent local food and the unmistakable silhouette of Mount Coolum.

Start with a beach walk, climb the mountain at sunrise, linger over breakfast or make Coolum your easy base for exploring Noosa and the wider Sunshine Coast. Our independent local guide helps you bring the right stay and experiences together.

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Couple walking along the Coolum coastal boardwalk above the beach
Coolum Coastal Boardwalk

Perfectly placed

Your quiet coastal base, close to the Coast’s favourites.

Drive times are approximate and vary with traffic, but Coolum puts the airport, Noosa and Maroochydore within easy reach.

12 minto Sunshine Coast Airport
20 minto Noosa Heads
25 minto Maroochydore CBD

A simple first day

One memorable Coolum day, already mapped out.

  • Begin with an early walk or swim at Coolum Beach.
  • Take your time over coffee and breakfast near the Esplanade.
  • Follow the coastal boardwalk toward Point Perry and First Bay.
  • Browse local shops before a relaxed beachfront lunch.
  • Finish with golden-hour views and an easy dinner close to your stay.
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Friends browsing beachside boutiques in Coolum Beach
Shop local, stay awhile

Traveller stories

The kind of holiday people remember.

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“The recommendations gave us an easy balance of beach time, family activities and places we genuinely enjoyed eating.”
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“We wanted a relaxed weekend without spending hours researching. The suggested stay and local itinerary made it simple.”
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“Coolum was the perfect base—close to the airport and Noosa, but calm enough to feel like a proper break.”
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Sunrise from a Coolum Beach holiday apartment balcony

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