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
Book a stay at this 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! (1,386 reviews)
Clean room, kind staff and welcoming goodies. My best ever stay at Kings Beach. The views were absolutely spectacular!

Reviewed on Dec 23, 2025

ULTIQA Shearwater Resort
Rolling Surf Resort

Rolling Surf Resort

4 out of 5
10 Levuka Avenue Kings Beach QLD
Book a stay at this beach aparthotel in Sunshine Coast. Enjoy a beach locale, a fitness center, and a garden. Popular attractions Kings Beach and Caloundra Street ...
9/10 Wonderful! (759 reviews)
Clean spacious room. Close to Surf Club. Restaurants and fish and chip shop downstairs. Large pool area. Great surf beach.

Reviewed on Nov 10, 2025

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 P6,598 per night from Jan 11 to Jan 12
P6,598
P7,258 total
Jan 11 - Jan 12, 2026
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this 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! (883 reviews)
Great value. Included buffet breakfast was better than some paid options. Facilities solid for the class of hotel. Reception did feel understaffed when in busy periods of the day. Overall great experience

Reviewed on Dec 24, 2025

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sunshine Coast by IHG
Mercure Sunshine Coast Kawana Waters

Mercure Sunshine Coast Kawana Waters

4.5 out of 5
9 Florey Boulevard Birtinya QLD
The price is P5,737 per night from Jan 18 to Jan 19
P5,737
P6,311 total
Jan 18 - Jan 19, 2026
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Sunshine Coast. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
Friendly staff. Convenient location. Quiet environment.

Reviewed on Dec 21, 2025

Mercure Sunshine Coast Kawana Waters
Ramada By Wyndham Marcoola Beach

Ramada By Wyndham Marcoola Beach

4 out of 5
923 David Low Way Marcoola QLD
The price is P7,136 per night from Jan 18 to Jan 19
P7,136
P7,849 total
Jan 18 - Jan 19, 2026
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this 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 ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,000 reviews)
Clean room, updated room, staff helpful & friendly. Loved the pool, location & bicycles. Wonderful experience!

Reviewed on Dec 14, 2025

Ramada By Wyndham Marcoola Beach
Novotel Sunshine Coast Resort

Novotel Sunshine Coast Resort

4 out of 5
270 Ocean Drive, Sunshine Coast Twin Waters QLD
The price is P8,606 per night from Jan 23 to Jan 24
P8,606
P9,466 total
Jan 23 - Jan 24, 2026
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Sunshine Coast. Enjoy free parking, a beach locale, and room service. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,000 reviews)
Great stay great location will come back

Reviewed on Dec 16, 2025

Novotel Sunshine Coast Resort
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