First Light Mooloolaba, an Ascend Collection Hotel

4.0 star property

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Penthouse, 3 Bedrooms (Top Floor)
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Flat-screen TV
Interior entrance
Penthouse, 3 Bedrooms (Top Floor)

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Gym
  • Laundry room
  • Kitchen
The current price is AU$311
includes taxes & fees
19 July - 20 July

Explore the area

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25/27 First Avenue, Mooloolaba, QLD, 4557
  • Place, Mooloolaba Esplanade
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Mooloolaba Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, SEA LIFE Sunshine Coast Aquarium
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Maroochydore, QLD (MCY-Sunshine Coast)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Suite, 1 Bedroom

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Suite, 2 Bedrooms (Apartment)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Penthouse, 3 Bedrooms (Top Floor)

  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Apartment, 1 Bedroom (Water View)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms (Water View)

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms (Upper Floor)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Apartment, 1 Bedroom (Upper Floor)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms (No Air Conditioning)

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking (Efficiency)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking (Efficiency)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

One-Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

Three-Bedroom Apartment - Sky Home

  • Sleeps 6
  • Free Wi-Fi

Two-Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Sunshine Coast

At First Light Mooloolaba, an Ascend Collection Hotel you'll be within a short 5-minute stroll of popular places like Mooloolaba Beach and Mooloolaba Esplanade. Highlights at this hotel include an outdoor swimming pool, and in-room kitchens and washers/dryers. .This smoke-free hotel offers a fitness centre, barbecues and tour/ticket assistance. Added amenities include laundry facilities, luggage storage and a lift. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this 4-property class Mooloolaba hotel include Salt Caves Mooloolaba and The Wharf Mooloolaba.

What's nearby

  • Mooloolaba Esplanade - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Salt Caves Mooloolaba - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Mooloolaba Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • SEA LIFE Sunshine Coast Aquarium - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • The Wharf Mooloolaba - 9 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • Landsborough Station - 21 min drive
  • Maroochydore, QLD (MCY-Sunshine Coast) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪4 Pines Mooloolaba - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Taps Mooloolaba - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Craft - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Augello's Ristorante & Pizzeria - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Oliver's Cafe - ‬4 min walk

About this property

First Light Mooloolaba, an Ascend Collection Hotel

First Light Mooloolaba, an Ascend Collection Hotel offers its guests an outdoor pool and a fitness centre. Barbecue grills, tour/ticket assistance, and laundry facilities are also featured at First Light Mooloolaba, an Ascend Collection Hotel.

This 4-star Sunshine Coast hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 28 guestrooms or units
  • 13 levels
  • Self-service laundry
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
First Light Mooloolaba, an Ascend Collection Hotel offers 28 accommodations with washers/dryers and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to furnished balconies. This accommodation offers separate sitting areas and includes dining tables. Accommodation at this 4-star hotel has kitchens with fridges, stovetops, microwaves and separate dining areas. Bathrooms include a shower, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Sunshine Coast hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and a ceiling fan. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Cot (surcharge)
  • Dining table
  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • In-room washing machine/dryer
  • Laundry facilities
  • Living room
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Separate in-room dining area

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request) (for a fee)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill

Accessibility

  • Lift

More

  • 1 building
  • 13 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Cot (surcharge)
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Separate dining area

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laundry detergent
  • Living room
  • Phone
  • Separate sitting area
  • Washing machine/dryer

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 5 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.43 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open Monday - Friday (8:30 AM - 5 PM) and Saturday - Saturday (9:30 AM - 3:30 PM)
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 5 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Accommodations are self catering and unserviced. Initial provisions are supplied but not replenished during the stay. A mid-week housekeeping service is provided for bookings of 8 nights or more.

Access methods

Staffed front desk, lockbox

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 50.0 per night.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for AUD 20.0 per night.

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.

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 20.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 50.0 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.43 per cent

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
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 is professionally cleaned
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and American Express. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation. The property is professionally cleaned.

Property is also known as

First Light Mooloolaba Apartment
First Light Apartment
First Light Mooloolaba Sunshine Coast
First Light Mooloolaba
First Light Mooloolaba Ascend Hotel Collection
First Light Mooloolaba, Ascend Hotel Collection Hotel
First Light Mooloolaba, Ascend Hotel Collection Mooloolaba
First Light Mooloolaba, Ascend Hotel Collection Hotel Mooloolaba

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to First Light Mooloolaba, an Ascend Collection Hotel?

Yep, First Light Mooloolaba, an Ascend Collection Hotel is a short 4-minute walk from Mooloolaba Beach. Fun beach activities include snorkelling and fishing.

How much does it cost to stay at First Light Mooloolaba, an Ascend Collection Hotel?

As of 26 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at First Light Mooloolaba, an Ascend Collection Hotel on 19 July 2026 start from AU$311, including 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 there a spa on site at First Light Mooloolaba, an Ascend Collection Hotel?

No, there is no spa at this property. Salt Caves Mooloolaba is a short 3-minute walk away.

Does First Light Mooloolaba, an Ascend Collection Hotel have a pool?

First Light Mooloolaba, an Ascend Collection Hotel has an outdoor pool.

Is First Light Mooloolaba, an Ascend Collection Hotel family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and a BBQ, as well as cots/infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that First Light Mooloolaba, an Ascend Collection Hotel is a hit with families.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at First Light Mooloolaba, an Ascend Collection Hotel?

No, First Light Mooloolaba, an Ascend Collection Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at First Light Mooloolaba, an Ascend Collection Hotel?

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

Are pets allowed at First Light Mooloolaba, an Ascend Collection Hotel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

First Light Mooloolaba, an Ascend Collection Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 166 out of 297 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 84 out of 297 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 29 out of 297 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 297 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 297 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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8/10 Good

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Free parking,staff were very helpful
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Itsawat

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good room good staff good reception
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Itsawat

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good staff good service and very clean
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Marilyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyable stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ben

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room clean amenities
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Mina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful stay at this hotel, thanks to the friendly and professional staff who made us feel very welcome. The location is excellent, just a short walk to the beach, which was perfect for our family. We absolutely loved the beach in Mooloolaba and would happily stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Rattanasin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean room , staff nice , perfect viwe
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Mick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Johanna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Good place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
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8/10 Good

MARTIN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location and close to everything
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
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6/10 Okay

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Good location, convenient and clean throughout .
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well-appointed units, flawless check-in with online precheck-in, which made it very easy. Good parking and easy to find. We got a free upgrade to the penthouse, which was a nice touch. Great location for everything in Mooloolaba is within walking distance. Thank you - We will be back again!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We absolutely loved our stay at First Light. It is situated at a perfect place, within walking distance to shopping area, restaurants, beach and supermarket. We also had the perfect room which looked straight out over the beach. Would definitely stay here again
View of beach from the balcony
Main bedroom view
Night time view of street below
Woke to this view one morning
Stayed 13 nights in Jun 2025
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6/10 Okay

Sarina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I like that the property was close to all the shops and restaurants plus the beach. Very convenient stay
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great facilities, very clean and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Carl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice location within walking distance to the main esplanade and beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location & lovely room
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
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8/10 Good

Bart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
great hotel and spot. East access to the beach and all other shops
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Great place to stay. Everyone was very friendly.

A great place to stay. Olivia was fantastic!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great spot with easy access to everything Mooloolaba has to offer.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Alayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, great location and peaceful
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Gaylyn

Liked: Communication
It was a great location with brilliant access to the cafes, beaches & to Mooloolaba wharf.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Kenny

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great location and close to everything
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Barry John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was easy to access, conveniently located and staff were friendly
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff let us check in early and were so welcoming.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024