The Beach Retreat Coolum

Hotels
8.1 (1896 reviews)
1750 David Low Way , Coolum Beach , au

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Terrace
Family rooms
BBQ facilities
Lift / Elevator
Soundproof rooms
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Location
Staff
View
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Outdated room facilities
Limited parking

Categories

Cleanliness
7.6
Multiple mentions of unclean rooms and litter.
Service
8.6
Staff mentioned positively in several reviews.
Location
9.1
Consistently praised as fantastic and convenient.
Room Quality
7.1
Comments about outdated rooms and furniture.
Amenities
7.6
Facilities were noted as basic and needing upgrades.
Value for Money
8.1
Generally reasonable for the location.
Food and Beverage
8.1
No specific feedback, but breakfast mentioned as unknown.
Overall Experience
8.6
Many favorable sentiments about the overall stay.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-11 04:57

Property Description

Stunning Beachfront Retreat

Luxurious Amenities: Enjoy a heated outdoor pool, 2 spa pools, sauna, children’s pool, and a games room.

Convenience & Comfort: Choose from a selection of fully air-conditioned rooms and apartments, some with ocean views and private balconies. Apartments come with fully equipped kitchens and laundry facilities.

Ideal Location: Located in the heart of Coolum Beach, just a short drive from Sunshine Coast Airport and popular attractions like Mount Coolum National Park and Underwater World.

Book now to experience a perfect beach getaway at The Beach Retreat Coolum!

Important information:

Please note that this property requires a $100.00 credit card pre-authorization upon check in to cover any incidental charges. EFTPOS cards are not acceptable.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian. The legal guardian must provide a current photo ID or proof of guardianship if requested upon check-in.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Parking is subject to availability due to limited spaces.
This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Airport code: MCY

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible).

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 3 years old stay for AUD 20 per person per stay when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    People 3 years old and over stay for AUD 30 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.1
Based on 1896 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.6
Service: 8.6
Location: 9.1
Room Quality: 7.1
Amenities: 7.6
Value for Money: 8.1
Food and Beverage: 8.1
Overall Experience: 8.6
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Jenny • couple • au
3
Need option when booking to book 'room with no stairs' or be clear cheaper room HAS stairs
Pros:

Location to beach and shops is why we booked here.

Cons:

The bathroom light and fan did not work, the wall box to the plumbing was all rusty, the towel rails were bent and paint peeled off, the basin tap was almost ceased. Shower over high walled Spa bath was not safe to climb over and the shower head just dribbled instead of spraying. Overall bathroom needs a full renovation! Also we could not access the room without going up and down multiple stairs even though there was a lift from the basement to the upper levels - the room we were in had me trying to pull my suitcase up about 10 stairs.

2026-06-23 • via Nuitee
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Jana Malia • solo_traveller • au
1
2026-06-23 • via Nuitee
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Kim • couple • nz
7
Was overall good
Pros:

Great location. Toilet floor a tad dirty or tired. Main spa a bit cold and gate broken

2026-06-23 • via Nuitee
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Katrina • couple • au
8
2026-06-21 • via Nuitee
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TRUDY • solo_traveller • au
8
stay was still good
Cons:

staff member told another person that they had a better room than us in front of my wife ..we upgraded our room but did not get the view we were told..the other people did..ants on kitchen bench each night..

2026-06-21 • via Nuitee
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Bleye • couple • au
8
2026-06-20 • via Nuitee
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MIRANDA • couple • au
7
Pros:

Location is great

Cons:

The bedding was a dirt blanket. I didn’t like it. The lighting was really dull and dim. You couldn’t keep the sliding door open as there was no screen and bugs would fly in. No fan in the bathroom.

2026-06-15 • via Nuitee
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Alan • couple • au
8
2026-06-11 • via Nuitee
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Elaine • couple • nz
6
Great views,nice staff but tired apartment.
Pros:

Great views from ocean view apartment and good pool/spa area.

Cons:

Really tired apartment and not worth the money paid. Needs some investment to bring it up to spec, bed not comfortable and in general not at a good standard.

2026-06-08 • via Nuitee
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David • couple • nz
5
Underwhelmed with room very tied, love Coolum, great surf club and breakfast restaurant next door
Pros:

Location

Cons:

No sun to room at all, morning or afternoon.
Paid an upgrade for a oceanview and got a side room pool view with a speak of ocean

2026-06-07 • via Nuitee
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Karli • family_with_children • au
8
2026-06-07 • via Nuitee
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Matt_Stark • solo_traveller • au
8
2026-06-07 • via Nuitee
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Tyson • solo_traveller • au
7
2026-06-07 • via Nuitee
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Donna • solo_traveller • au
10
2026-06-03 • via Nuitee
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Saffron • couple • au
7
Great location, okay for price.
Pros:

Cleanliness was great. Good location to walk to everything in Coolum.

Cons:

No clear parking for check out or check in so it blocks the driveway. No screen door on the balcony so couldn’t leave the door open overnight for fresh air. Lighting is very harsh and clinical. Mattress not the comfiest.

2026-06-02 • via Nuitee
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Bronte • couple • au
4
2026-06-01 • via Nuitee
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Geoffrey • couple • au
9
Great stay. Friendly staff. Amazing location.
Pros:

Location

Cons:

N/A

2026-05-31 • via Nuitee
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Scott • couple • au
10
2026-05-29 • via Nuitee
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Jared • family_with_children • au
8
2026-05-27 • via Nuitee
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Adi • solo_traveller • au
10
This is a lovely place to stay, close to everything and the reception staff were lovely.
Pros:

Across the road from the beach and also had a heated pool. Could walk to cafes and restaurants.

2026-05-26 • via Nuitee