Pelican Waters Resort

4.5 star property
Lakefront hotel with 2 outdoor pools and fitness centre

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2 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
View from room
Double Studio
Meeting facility
Exterior

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Gym
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$250
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov

Explore the area

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38 Mahogany Drive, Pelican Waters, QLD, 4551
  • Place, Pelican Waters Golf Club
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Bulcock Beach
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Australia Zoo
    ‪34 min drive‬
  • Airport, Maroochydore, QLD (MCY-Sunshine Coast)
    ‪42 min drive‬

Room options

Queen Studio

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Double Studio

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(55 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

1 Bedroom Apartment

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(47 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Separate bath and shower
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

2 Bedroom Apartment

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

3 Bedroom Apartment

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
3 bedrooms
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

Three Bedroom Sub-Penthouse

  • Sleeps 6

Two-Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 4

Superior Apartment

  • Sleeps 7

One Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 2

Two Bedrooms Apartment

  • Sleeps 4

Queen Studio Room

  • Sleeps 2

Studio Double

  • Sleeps 2

About the area

Sunshine Coast

A luxury stay in Sunshine Coast awaits you at Pelican Waters Resort. You'll be 0.2 km (0.1 mi) from Pelican Waters Golf Club and 7.3 km (4.5 mi) from Queensland Air Museum. Highlights at this hotel include 2 outdoor swimming pools, a restaurant and free self-parking. .The restaurant, Waterlily's, is open for breakfast. The 19th Hole Sports Bar is the hotel's own sports bar. Enjoy the gym, outdoor tennis court and pool loungers as well as access to a driving range. 4 meeting rooms and conference space are among the business amenities offered. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. Each morning cooked-to-order breakfast is served between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also the convenience of limited parking. .Places within a 15-minute drive of this 4.5-property class Pelican Waters hotel include Caloundra Events Center and Bulcock Beach.

What's nearby

  • Pelican Waters Golf Club - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Bulcock Beach - 13 min drive - 8.4 km
  • Sunshine Coast University Hospital - 20 min drive - 15.2 km
  • Mooloolaba Esplanade - 27 min drive - 23.5 km
  • Australia Zoo - 34 min drive - 38.6 km

Getting around

  • Landsborough Station - 25 min drive
  • Maroochydore, QLD (MCY-Sunshine Coast) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Brouhaha Sunshine Coast - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Kfc Aura - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Caloundra Power Boat Club - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Hungry Jack's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Pelican Waters Tavern - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Pelican Waters Resort

Lakefront hotel with 2 outdoor pools and fitness centre
As a guest of Pelican Waters Resort, you'll find 2 outdoor swimming pools, an outdoor tennis court, and a fitness centre. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

There are 4 meeting rooms available. A terrace, barbecue grills, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the luxury Pelican Waters Resort. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4.5-star Sunshine Coast hotel.

  • 114 guestrooms or units
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Beauty salon
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Pelican Waters Resort offers 114 air-conditioned accommodations with a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. Rooms open to furnished balconies. 40-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: AUD 19.50 to 25 for adults and AUD 9.50 to 14.50 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Coffee Central
  • The 19th Hole Sports Bar
  • Waterlily's

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Fitness classes
  • Golf driving range
  • Gym
  • Outdoor tennis court

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 4 meeting rooms
  • Conference space

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • On a lake
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Reception hall

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately AUD 19.50 to 25.00 for adults and AUD 9.50 to 14.50 for children

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
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
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 and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for golf tee times. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Pelican Waters Golf
Pelican Waters Golf Resort
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Crowne Plaza Caloundra
Crowne Plaza Hotel Caloundra
Crowne Plaza Pelican Waters Hotel Caloundra
Ramada Caloundra
Sebel Pelican Waters Resort
Sebel Pelican Waters
Sebel Pelican Waters Golf Resort
Sebel Golf Resort
Sebel Pelican Waters Golf
Sebel Golf
Pelican Waters Golf Resort Spa
The Sebel Pelican Waters
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The Sebel Pelican Waters Golf Resort Spa
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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Pelican Waters Resort?

Pelican Waters Resort offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Pelican Waters Resort?

As of 18 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Pelican Waters Resort on 23 Nov 2025 start from AU$249.98, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Pelican Waters Resort?

Yep, Pelican Waters Resort has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to Pelican Waters Resort?

The closest beach to Pelican Waters Resort is Mooloolaba Beach (17.6 km).

Does Pelican Waters Resort have a pool?

Pelican Waters Resort has 2 outdoor swimming pools. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella.

What makes Pelican Waters Resort a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus private balconies in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Pelican Waters Resort.

Does Pelican Waters Resort serve breakfast?

You bet, cooked-to-order breakfast is on offer daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Pelican Waters Resort?

No, Pelican Waters Resort does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Pelican Waters Resort?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Pelican Waters Resort?

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

Are pets allowed at Pelican Waters Resort?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at Pelican Waters Resort?

There is a golf course next to Pelican Waters Resort.

Pelican Waters Resort Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 437 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 337 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 123 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 75 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 28 out of 1000 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

theresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay nice and peaceful will definitely stay again thanks
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We have stayed at this property before, many years ago Always great accommodation, good food and pleasant staff Look forward to our next stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful setting and clean rooms. Was a great coiple days away.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Andrew

Mostly, things were okay. Had a couple of problems with damp carpet and noisy guests.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely spacious resort.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

YVETTE JOY

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Tim

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice and quite, rooms clean,
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Camila

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Receiving warm cookies on arrival was a lovely gesture and fabulous first impression. The room was spacious and had everything we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Sheila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a lovely weekend. Pleasant room, nice staff 😊
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raymond

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Mid week special

We were treated well and had a great time would definitely recommend this hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Duncan

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nothing was pleasant at this property. Staff at reception were rude & unfriendly from the start. Our room (No.0228) was very unpleasant - dirty, badly maintained, the side balcony door was unsafe as it locked you out if you didn't wedge it open, it also had no blind to block street night lights so room was always bright & draughty.The bed was ancient & uncomfortable. Bathroom door was 50mm/2" to short, microwave was disgusting, window gullies were caked in grime, partition doors to bedroom were broken & also caked in grime. The hallway to our room burst a pipe which we reported so the carpet was soggy & slippery to walk on while there. We asked to change rooms after the first night & was told there were no other rooms until 2 days time & if we did we would have to pay $70 to have ours cleaned, taking in mind we had done a lot of the cleaning. Some areas are under construction & some under demolition. The hotel is used for these workers - dirty boots & clothing. The restaurant staff were continuously understaffed & run off their feet having to stand in for reception staff as well during evening hours, rushing back & forth to check people in & serve meals & run the bar. Those staff were gems. The regular reception staff were lazy & uninterested. Photos & review already posted on hotel site. Avoid this place!
Microwave
Ceiling
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

paul james cox

Very boring accommodation
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Francine

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chariklia

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What an amazing package for flights and stay at such a beautiful resort. So very very happy. We had a wonderful visit and we would definitely do it again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Marcin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Liz

Travelled with group
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Worst place I have ever stayed

Room 510. Freezing room. no heating. had to get 2 heaters from staff on 2nd night. They have sign asking to open sliding doors when cooking in the middle of winter, so you dont set off smoke alarm. they brought blankets as the rooms only had 2 blankets in 2 bed apartment.TV remote for foxtell only worked if you sat close to TV and pointed it at little box on the side, we did not know this and there was no info about this. staff told us. WI-FI did not work at all & the repair guy said he would come back and fix it next day when we were out, he did not fix it no one at reception after 4 and after hours number says for emergency only, which is why we didnt call on the first night. The booking did not say no heaters and did not say you need to open sliding doors in middle of winter to cook. if we had known this we never would have booked. ....no power point in one of the bathrooms at all. single bedroom had 2 lamps but only one plugged in and no whereto go within reach of the bed. ........... hole in the laundry ceiling............ manhole/ vent cover falling down into kitchen about 2 cm down from ceiling..... tape on the wall next to fridge on plaster peeling off. looks gross. dishwasher leaked onto kitchen floor und under carpet in living area. curtain missing in main deb sm window. gave this full list to staff on leaving.
missing curtain in main bedroom on side of sliding doors. sheer curtain was the only curtain here
dishwasher leaking onto kitchen floor
dishwasher leaking water under carpet into dining area
tape next to fridge on wall peeling off
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing holiday

Incredible! so clean, quiet, friendly staff, restaurant has amazing food and it’s close to amazing beaches for all sorts of fun activities. Such a good price for 3 nights we will definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Malcolm

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Our stay

Our stay was comfortable. Amenities and utensils were adequate. I enjoyed the gym, thank you but I did not enjoy the women using the gym who spoke on her phone loudly for over an hour about her relationship break down and included swearwords. Not nice, not appreciated. I love that the gym is clean and cleaning materials are maintained regularly during the day. Lastly: We brought coffee making ingredients but somehow when mixed with hot water from your kettle it didn't taste the same. Just a little thing. We enjoyed the loose parking arrangements, nice. In summary, we enjoyed our stay at your place. Thank you kindly for having us.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica, North Shore

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025