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Sand Dunes Resort

4.5 star property

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An outdoor patio with a glass-top table and chairs, a view of a well-maintained lawn, and a modern building with large windows.
A dining area with a round table set for four, surrounded by chairs. There is a television on a stand in the background, and a white cabinet with drawers to the right.
A sandy beach with footprints leading to the water, a dog near the shore, and a person walking away from the camera.
A modern apartment with a living room, dining area, and kitchen.
A balcony with a table, chairs, and a view of a swimming pool and modern buildings.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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130 Mudjimba Esplanade, Marcoola, QLD, 4564
  • Place, Marcoola Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Yaroomba Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Mount Coolum National Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Maroochydore, QLD (MCY-Sunshine Coast)
    ‪4 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Luxury 3 Bedroom House with Hot Tub

A rooftop patio with a hot tub, outdoor furniture, and a view of the ocean.

Luxury 3 Bedroom House with Hot Tub

  • Partial ocean view
  • 360 sq m
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

View all photos for 3 Bedroom Villa Poolside

Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, individually decorated

3 Bedroom Villa Poolside

  • 181 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Luxury 4 Bedroom House with Private Pool

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a table with a bottle and glass.

Luxury 4 Bedroom House with Private Pool

  • Partial ocean view
  • 648 sq m
  • Sleeps 11
  • 2 King Beds, 1 Queen Bed, 2 Single Beds and 2 Single Trundle Beds

View all photos for 4 Bedroom Villa with Pool Access

Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, individually decorated

4 Bedroom Villa with Pool Access

  • 192 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Queen Beds and 4 Single Beds

View all photos for 2 Bedroom Apartment Ground Floor

Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, individually decorated

2 Bedroom Apartment Ground Floor

  • 85 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

View all photos for 2 Bedroom Apartment (no elevator only stairs)

2 Bedroom Apartment (no elevator only stairs)

2 Bedroom Apartment (no elevator only stairs)

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

One Bedroom Apartment

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the area

Sunshine Coast

A luxury stay in Sunshine Coast awaits you at Sand Dunes Resort. Within steps you'll find Yaroomba Beach and Marcoola Beach within a 10-minute stroll. Highlights at this beachfront aparthotel include 2 outdoor swimming pools, and in-room kitchens and washers/dryers. .Each apartment is individually decorated and features a flat-screen TV with cable channels, along with a furnished balcony, a dining area and a sitting area. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A Select Comfort bed and premium bedding welcome you to a good night's rest, and other nice touches include free toiletries. WiFi, a DVD player and in-room massages are also available. Weekly housekeeping is available. .Spend the day at the beach and enjoy the on-site gym and Hot tub. Additionally, you'll find Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Attractions within a 15-minute drive of this 4.5-property class Marcoola aparthotel include Mooloolaba Esplanade and Mooloolaba Beach.
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What's nearby

  • Marcoola Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Yaroomba Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Mount Coolum National Park - 2 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Mudjimba Beach - 2 min drive - 1.6 km
  • Maroochy River Conservation Park - 3 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • Palmwoods Station - 21 min drive
  • Brisbane Airport (BNE) - 80 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪North Shore Tavern - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Swell Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Daily Dose - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Island Surf & Espresso - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Marcoola Surf Club - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Sand Dunes Resort

As a guest of Sand Dunes Resort, you'll find 2 outdoor swimming pools, a hot tub, and a fitness centre. Public spaces have WiFi for a fee. A terrace, barbecue grills, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the luxury Sand Dunes Resort. Self parking is free.

This 4.5-star Sunshine Coast aparthotel is smoke free.

  • 75 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 34 buildings
  • Built in 2006
  • Self-service laundry
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • No smoking on site
Sand Dunes Resort offers 75 air-conditioned accommodations with washers/dryers and DVD players. Rooms open to furnished balconies. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation has separate sitting areas. Select Comfort beds feature premium bedding. Accommodation at this 4.5-star aparthotel has kitchens with full-sized fridge/freezers, stovetops, microwaves and separate dining areas. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

In-room wireless Internet access (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)) is available for a surcharge. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is offered on a weekly basis and in-room massages can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Pool/Spa

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Hot tub
  • In-room massages

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: WiFi (surcharge)

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven

Bedrooms

  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed: AUD 40 per day
  • Select Comfort mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Separate dining area
  • Separate sitting area

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Furnished balcony
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Laundry detergent
  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Blackout drapes
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Weekly housekeeping

Location highlights

  • Near the airport
  • Near the boardwalk/promenade
  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Security system
  • Window guards
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 3 floors
  • 34 buildings
  • 75 units
  • Built in 2006
  • Garden
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 5:30 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Friday (8:30 AM - 5:00 PM) and Saturday - Sunday (9:00 AM - noon)
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email with check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk, lockbox

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 40.0 per day.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for AUD 15.0 per stay.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 15.0 per stay
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 40.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is professionally cleaned
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and window guards in all accommodation. The property is professionally cleaned.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

National rating

This property has been awarded a star rating from the Australian star ratings agency, Star Ratings Australia.

Property is also known as

Sand Dunes Marcoola
Sand Dunes Resort Marcoola
Sand Dunes Resort Marcoola
Sand Dunes Resort Aparthotel
Sand Dunes Resort Aparthotel Marcoola

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Sand Dunes Resort?

Yep, Sand Dunes Resort has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Sand Dunes Resort?

Yep, Sand Dunes Resort is a short 6-minute walk from Marcoola Beach. Fun beach activities include windsurfing and body boarding.

Does Sand Dunes Resort have a pool?

Sand Dunes Resort has 2 outdoor swimming pools.

What luxury perks are available at Sand Dunes Resort?

This property features 2 outdoor pools, as well as Select Comfort beds and premium bedding.

What makes Sand Dunes Resort a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub, plus comfy beds in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Sand Dunes Resort.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Sand Dunes Resort?

No, Sand Dunes Resort does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Sand Dunes Resort?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Sand Dunes Resort?

No, pets are not allowed.

Sand Dunes Resort Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 221 out of 303 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 68 out of 303 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 12 out of 303 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 303 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 303 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Great winter break close to some great eateries! Used the spa and pool with the kids so everyone happy!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great place, great location, we loved bit of our stay there!!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kay

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The room was very well presented and the pool is spectacular. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Sam

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
Great place . Amazing pool !!!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
Clean room, very friendly staff, early check in
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Erika

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great place to stay with a family…highly recommended
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

jan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, good amenities
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daryl

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Always enjoy staying here, close to the beach and very relaxing.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

melanie

Another great mini stay at Sand Dunes. Always greeted with a smile when checking i
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Ngaire

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
Room and amenities were great. Noisy guests in the nearby spa pool was a pain.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Close to the beach and an excellent swimming pool.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great stay at Sand Dunes Resort. The kids loved it and the pool was amazing. Facilities were excellent and the room had everything we needed. Our air-conditioning broke, but the staff were fantastic — they brought in two portable AC units straight away and heavily discounted our stay. Really impressed with the service. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marcus

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Excellent check in and lovely property
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Friendly and great location.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great accommodation with pool right next to veranda. We’ll be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Shirley

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This property was clean and within walking of the beach
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Unbelievable- what a stunning property. Highly recommend as it was like staying in a 5 star hotel - wonderful! Brilliant beach and shops acces.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aleisha

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Accommodating of an early check in. Beautiful pool, with two different temperatures plus the spa pool so something for everyone. Convenient to take a walk on the beach each morning too!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sabrina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
I would definitely stay here again, staff was so amazing and accommodating, beach houses are huge and beautiful and value for money was fantastic!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kit

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great family friendly destination - nice central pool with various heat options
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great venue located an easy walk to most things, especially the beach and cafes
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Nadine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful pool and relaxing atmosphere.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Merina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Had a great stay in this amazing clean apartment. Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Rooftop patio area was amazing
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Courtney

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
To far away from everything, not very private rooms with large uncovered glass windows and dirty floors, besides that everything was great
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025