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 P11,051 per night from 28 Jan to 29 Jan
P11,051
P11,051 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 28 - Jan 29
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! (1,346 reviews)
"I had a great stay! Desk staff friendly and helpful!"

Reviewed on Dec 5, 2024

ULTIQA Shearwater Resort
Rolling Surf Resort
Rolling Surf Resort
4 out of 5
10 Levuka Avenue, Kings Beach, QLD
The price is P12,904 per night from 3 Feb to 4 Feb
P12,904
P14,194 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 3 - Feb 4
Stay at this 4-star beach aparthotel in Sunshine Coast. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and a fitness center. Popular attractions Kings Beach and Caloundra ...
9/10 Wonderful! (728 reviews)
"Great location and very well appointed apartment"

Reviewed on Dec 31, 2024

Rolling Surf Resort
Merrima Court Holidays
Merrima Court Holidays
4 out of 5
12 Merrima Ave, Kings Beach, QLD
The price is P15,069 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
P15,069
P16,576 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 22 - Feb 23
Stay at this 4-star beach aparthotel in Sunshine Coast. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a business center. Popular attractions Kings Beach and Caloundra Street ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (226 reviews)
"Close to beach and good to walk. nice small pool was respectfully shared by everyone. Building and apartment is dated"

Reviewed on Jan 12, 2025

Merrima Court Holidays
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sunshine Coast, an IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sunshine Coast, an IHG Hotel
4 out of 5
42 First Avenue and Fairway Drive, Maroochydore, QLD
The price is P5,726 per night from 21 Feb to 22 Feb
P5,726
P6,299 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 21 - Feb 22
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! (574 reviews)
"Excellent staff. Went the extra mile. Always friendly"

Reviewed on Jan 22, 2025

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sunshine Coast, an IHG Hotel
Novotel Sunshine Coast Resort
Novotel Sunshine Coast Resort
4 out of 5
270 Ocean Drive, Sunshine Coast, Twin Waters, QLD
The price is P7,179 per night from 23 Feb to 24 Feb
P7,179
P7,897 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 23 - Feb 24
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)
"Great hotel, stayed with my family, boys aged 11 & 7 they had a great time. Loved the kayaking and sail boats. The pool was excellent. About 4min walk to the patrolled beach. Excellent place to stay."

Reviewed on Jan 16, 2025

Novotel Sunshine Coast Resort
Ramada By Wyndham Marcoola Beach
Ramada By Wyndham Marcoola Beach
4 out of 5
923 David Low Way, Marcoola, QLD
The price is P6,664 per night from 27 Jan to 28 Jan
P6,664
P7,330 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 27 - Jan 28
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Sunshine Coast. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Great spot for a getaway where you can park the car and walk everywhere. You are away from bustle of the busyness of sunny coast but it’s just a short drive to Maroochydore"

Reviewed on Jan 21, 2025

Ramada By Wyndham Marcoola Beach
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Caloundra

Caloundra is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Caloundra Events Center and Bulcock Beach, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Sunshine Coast.

Caloundra
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Moffat Beach

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Moffat Beach
Golden Beach showing general coastal views and windsurfing

Golden Beach

Golden Beach is known for its pristine beaches, and you can make a stop by Bulcock Beach and Golden Beach while in the area.

Golden Beach
Mooloolaba which includes landscape views, a beach and views

Mooloolaba

Mooloolaba is beloved for its stunning beaches. Take some time to explore sights in the area like The Wharf Mooloolaba and Mooloolaba Esplanade.

Mooloolaba
Alexandra Headland showing landscape views, general coastal views and a coastal town

Alexandra Headland

Travelers to Alexandra Headland praise its stunning beaches. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to make a stop by Alex Beach and Mooloolaba Esplanade.

Alexandra Headland
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Buderim

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Buderim

Kings Beach