What is the difference between a 3-star hotel and a motel in Shelly Beach?

A motel is an excellent option if you're planning to travel around Shelly Beach. These properties are usually located close to highways and airports, feature ample parking and come with basic services and amenities. Spend your stay at a 3-star hotel and you'll be more centrally located. With a larger choice of rooms and welcome amenities like a fitness centre, lobby and meeting rooms, you can expect to pay extra for hotel accommodation.

Do any 3-star hotels in Shelly Beach have a pool?

Kings Way Apartments and Whitecaps Holiday Apartments are 3-star retreats with a pool around Shelly Beach. The summer months of December, January and February are a terrific time to book a stay in a hotel with this fun amenity. Average temperatures in Sunshine Coast range from 22ºC at night to 27ºC during the day in the warmest month of January.

What 3-star hotels in Shelly Beach have an on-site restaurant?

You'll find some excellent choices in or close to Shelly Beach, including Pumicestone Blue Resort . Along with an on-site restaurant, this 3-star property offers individually decorated rooms and mountain views. Alternatively, see what's on the menu at La Promenade . A beach view and a cafe are a couple of other amenities here.

Do any 3-star hotels in Shelly Beach have WiFi?

If you want to keep up to date with your emails or social media when you're away, have a look at our 3-star hotels in or near Shelly Beach. La Promenade and Belaire Place are popular options where you can connect to the WiFi.

What 3-star hotels in Shelly Beach have parking?

Whitecaps Holiday Apartments and Kings Way Apartments are two of our 3-star accommodation around Shelly Beach with this handy amenity. Reserve a room at either of these getaways and you won't have to go in search of parking facilities or a space on the street. Hit the road to Suncorp Stadium and Roma Street Parkland. These are only a few of the places you can experience when the time comes to venture outside Shelly Beach.

Do any 3-star hotels in Shelly Beach have rooms with a kitchenette?

Yes. You can prepare delicious meals at any time in our 3-star properties with kitchenettes. Belaire Place and La Promenade are popular getaways that feature this useful amenity around Shelly Beach. The first also comes with a furnished balcony and a swimming pool, while the second offers al fresco dining and a beach view.

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A spacious dining area with wooden beams, plaid carpeting, and green plants hanging from the ceiling.

1. Currimundi Hotel Motel

Battery Hill

Helen

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

Outdoor seating with white umbrellas and tables, a brick building in the background, and a person working at a counter.

2. Bribie Island Hotel

Bellara

YANEZ

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

A swimming pool with lounge chairs, a gazebo, and palm trees.

3. Nightcap at Golden Beach Tavern

Caloundra

Terrance

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a dining area with a view, and a kitchen with a kettle.

4. North Shore Kawana and Waterline

Birtinya

Sammy

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a balcony with a view of the beach.

5. Bli Bli Suites

Bli Bli

Thomas

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A balcony with wicker furniture, a round table, and a view of the ocean.

6. Mandolin Beachfront Resort

Alexandra Headland

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a covered seating area, and a view of the water with boats in the background.

7. Nightcap at Kawana Waters Hotel

Buddina

Gerald

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A poolside area with lounge chairs, a large umbrella, and a wooden fence.

8. Loea Boutique Hotel

Maroochydore

Cathy

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

A hotel with a water feature, palm trees, and balconies.

9. BreakFree Alexandra Beach

Alexandra Headland

Alexandra

A swimming pool with a tiled edge, a covered outdoor area with chairs, and a building with a sign that reads "Café Bar".

10. Golden Beach Motor Inn

Caloundra

Kylie

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A balcony with a view of the sea and palm trees.

11. Verve on Sixth

Maroochydore

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

A dining area with a table and chairs, large windows offering a view of a green landscape and distant mountains.

12. Tranquil Park Maleny

Maleny

Bev

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A pool with clear water, surrounded by rock formations and plants, and a curved balcony with a railing.

13. Nautilus Mooloolaba

Mooloolaba

Stefan

includes taxes & fees

11 Nov - 12 Nov

A hallway with a large abstract painting on the left wall, doors on the right, and a fire extinguisher mounted on the wall.

14. The Commercial Hotel Nambour

Nambour

Leanne

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

A building with a covered patio area, outdoor seating, and a fenced deck.

15. Maleny Hotel

Maleny

Craig

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A pool area with a waterfall, palm trees, and a building with balconies.

16. Caribbean Resort

Mooloolaba

Russell

A modern living room with a large sofa, a coffee table, and a dining area.

17. Northwind Holiday Apartments Mooloolaba

Mooloolaba

Azim

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a desk lamp, and a view of the outdoor area through a sliding glass door.

18. Watermark Resort Caloundra

Caloundra

Jeannette

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

A living room with a sofa, coffee table, and artwork on the wall.

19. La Promenade Absolute Waterfront Apartments

Caloundra

Chelle

includes taxes & fees

11 Nov - 12 Nov

A balcony with a wooden floor and a view of a forested landscape.

20. Maleny Tropical Retreat Balinese B&B

Balmoral Ridge

Katie

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What is the difference between a 4-star and 3-star hotel in Shelly Beach?

The key difference between a 3- and 4-star hotel in Shelly Beach will be the quality of service and access to creature comforts. Three-star hotels are typically more economical and offer the amenities and services you need to be comfortable, such as WiFi, breakfast and a gym. You can count on a little bit more at a 4-star hotel — think upscale interiors, deluxe bathroom products and perks like on-site spa centres.

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6. Mandolin Beachfront Resort

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8. Loea Boutique Hotel

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10. Golden Beach Motor Inn

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12. Tranquil Park Maleny

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14. The Commercial Hotel Nambour

15. Maleny Hotel

16. Caribbean Resort

17. Northwind Holiday Apartments Mooloolaba

18. Watermark Resort Caloundra

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6. Mandolin Beachfront Resort

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9. BreakFree Alexandra Beach

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