Kings Beach

Sunshine Coast

Kings Beach featuring a beach and a coastal town
Kings Beach which includes general coastal views
Kings Beach
Kings Beach as well as a small group of people
Kings Beach featuring a coastal town and a bay or harbor
With a friendly atmosphere, excellent surf and child-friendly entertainment, this beautiful beach is the perfect family getaway.

Kings Beach is a scenic family-friendly beach in the heart of Caloundra. As you swim in the calm waters, look back on the beach to see the Glass House Mountains rising up in the distance. Kings Beach is widely known to have the best surfing conditions in Caloundra and also has lifeguards on patrol year-round.  

Take the family to the fun-filled local water playground and fountain, which spurts jets of water at surprise intervals. Walk along the shorefront and explore the fascinating rock pools. You can also go fishing, sailing, scuba diving, windsurfing or Jet Skiing off the coast. Slow the pace and simply laze on the golden sands and listen to the waves. 

Have a barbecue or picnic in the grassy park area from where you will have panoramic ocean views. Dine from an outdoor terrace at one of the restaurants along the waterfront. Take a dip in the oceanfront saltwater Kings Beach Pool and explore the heritage-listed Kings Beach Bathing Pavilion, built in 1937.

Stroll along the Caloundra Coastal Path, a 25-kilometre (15.5-mile) scenic shoreline walk from Golden Beach in the south all the way to Point Cartwright in the north. The path passes by both the Kings Beach Bathing Pavilion and the historic Military Jetty. 

Time your visit to Kings Beach with the annual Caloundra Music Festival. The festival hosts live music and entertainment, attracting thousands of visitors to Kings Beach Amphitheatre. If sport is more your preference, visit Kings Beach during Kings of the Coast. This 3.8-kilometre (2.4-mile) swimming race always draws a crowd.

Kings Beach is accessed through Ormond Terrace and is approximately an 80-minute drive from Brisbane along the Bruce Highway. With a year-round festive atmosphere, you’ll be assured plenty of fun and relaxation whenever you visit Kings Beach.


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Top hotels in Kings Beach

ULTIQA Shearwater Resort
ULTIQA Shearwater Resort
4.5 out of 5
The Esplanade, Kings Beach, QLD
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P13,567 per night from 29 Apr to 30 Apr
P13,567
P13,567 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 29 - Apr 30
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Sunshine Coast. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,364 reviews)
Great Accommodation in Caloundra
"Returning back to Brisbane, decided to have a 3 night stay in Caloundra, ULTIQA Shearwater Kings Beach. On my arrival I was greeted by a delightful receptionist. She was very helpful with my enquiries, my Studio Room, was adequate for myself. King size bed, balcony with water views, large bathroom, ..."

Reviewed on Apr 17, 2025

ULTIQA Shearwater Resort
Merrima Court Holidays
Merrima Court Holidays
4 out of 5
12 Merrima Ave, Kings Beach, QLD
Stay at this 4-star beach aparthotel in Sunshine Coast. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a business center. Popular attractions Bulcock Beach and Kings Beach ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (228 reviews)
"Loved the location, perfect and close to everything. Unit was very clean and had plenty of everything you may need. A little dated but that didn't bother us. Air cons were much appreciated. We can't wait to go back there again. Thank you."

Reviewed on Feb 28, 2025

Merrima Court Holidays
Rolling Surf Resort
Rolling Surf Resort
4 out of 5
10 Levuka Avenue, Kings Beach, QLD
The price is P12,827 per night from 23 Apr to 24 Apr
P12,827
P14,110 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 23 - Apr 24
Stay at this 4-star beach aparthotel in Sunshine Coast. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and a fitness center. Popular attractions Bulcock Beach and Kings Beach ...
9/10 Wonderful! (730 reviews)
"Great location and very well appointed apartment"

Reviewed on Dec 31, 2024

Rolling Surf Resort
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sunshine Coast by IHG
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sunshine Coast by IHG
4 out of 5
42 First Avenue and Fairway Drive, Maroochydore, QLD
The price is P5,886 per night from 23 Apr to 24 Apr
P5,886
P6,475 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 23 - Apr 24
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Sunshine Coast. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (651 reviews)
"Lovely place to stay parking is terrible. Just because you “book” parking when booking your stay doesn’t mean you will get on site parking."

Reviewed on Apr 16, 2025

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sunshine Coast by IHG
Novotel Sunshine Coast Resort
Novotel Sunshine Coast Resort
4 out of 5
270 Ocean Drive, Sunshine Coast, Twin Waters, QLD
The price is P6,877 per night from 11 May to 12 May
P6,877
P7,565 total
includes taxes & fees
May 11 - May 12
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Sunshine Coast. Enjoy free parking, a beach locale, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Everything was beautiful"

Reviewed on Mar 31, 2025

Novotel Sunshine Coast Resort
Mercure Sunshine Coast Kawana Waters
Mercure Sunshine Coast Kawana Waters
4.5 out of 5
9 Florey Boulevard, Birtinya, QLD
The price is P4,998 per night from 24 Apr to 25 Apr
P4,998
P5,498 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 24 - Apr 25
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Sunshine Coast. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"The property was good value and in a convenient location"

Reviewed on Apr 15, 2025

Mercure Sunshine Coast Kawana Waters
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