Sandcastles Mooloolaba

We had a 10 day stay using one of the lower level deluxe apartments. We enjoyed many things by choosing Sandcastles. The friendly team who manage the facility, the big balcony, clean and tidy apartment, big bathroom and shower, and comfortable bed, made the choice of staying at Sandcastles a good choice. Most of all was the great location. Very close to the Mooloolaba Wharf with all of its eating places, the Surf Club, and so close to the southern end of The Esplanade. There were 2 good sized TVs – lounge plus bedroom; good furniture both within the apartment and on the balcony. Coles is the only supermarket in Mooloolaba and this is a 10 minute or more walk away. We found this Supermarket to be not up to standard and much preferred the 3 Supermarkets 5 mins by bus south at the Kawana Shopping Centre. This Shopping Centre also has a Butchers Shop as well as the 3 Supermarkets. Although the apartment has single glazed windows we were never troubled by noise. We had no car so did not use the Car park but did notice that it was underground at the Sandcastles and very secure. We used the frequent buses from the bus stop only a 1 minute walk away. Our booking was made by phone and we received the apartment and location we asked for. Price was very similar to other Mooloolaba apartments but the big advantage of Sandcastles is its superb location within Mooloolaba. Most definitely a major attraction being only a short walk to everything. We have stayed at Mooloolaba several times over the last 10+ years and were pleased we choose Sandcastles for the first time on this visit. Sandcastles is not a high rise building but views are still adequate but its prices are much better that what the high rise accommodations charge.

Really nice low level complex,Had all the amenities we wanted and kitchen had all we required to cook and make meals.Nice big balcony with relaxing outdoor furniture.Joel/Tegan and Maddie are great hosts and are able to give that personal touch being a smaller complex.TV in bedroom,Foxtel available.Nice large fridge a plus.We had a unit facing Swankee the go to coffee shop.Pool is not massive but adequate,lovely spa pool.Inside furniture gave a beach feel.Bed comfy.Located at the Surf club end of Esplanade.Supermarket/Resturants and Bottle store all in easy walking distance.

We had booked for eight nights and were really disappointed on arrival. For the price and the Trip Advisor rating, it simply did not measure up. Our unit appeared to have been recently renovated but it was a really cheap job. The light switches were not secure, the toilet roll holder leaned downwards, the wardrobe doors very thin and the bed gave me my first ever back ache on waking. It turns out that Sandcastles, although well located, is at the ‘poor end’ of the beach front strip and the area is unusually dark at night. My partner and I were shocked when we first walked into our allocated apartment (305) and felt no better the following morning. I went in search of alternative accomodation, which was difficult to find. Eventually found something, which was three bedrooms instead of one, and cost 2.5 times more than Sandcastles. It was worth every cent. Sandcastles is not serviced daily, the alternative one is. The lounge room/dining area is four times the size and we have a beachfront view. To be fair to Sandcastles, I did not say anything, except we were leaving early. They graciously only charged us for two nights accomodation and refunded the six nights. I was very grateful. The receptionist was lovely and the standard of accomodation was not her fault, so no point in carrying on to her. Sandcastles is a three star resort at best, and certainly not 4.5.

Accommodation was average. The deluxe rating and comparison to the images provided aren't equal. Upon arrival a notice in the lift advised us that repairs to the building were occuring and there would be noise disruptions

Amazing self contained apartments in the best location in Mooloolaba, 5min walk from everything and with beach views! We will be back soon and will be bringing my family to stay right next to us! Thanks Tegen and Joel for being so accomodating to our needs!

This is the ideal place to stay in Mooloolaba. The managers, Bridgette and Charlie, are the friendliest and most helpful people you can imagine. The place is totally centrally situated and restaurants, cafes, an interesting secondhand bookshop, The Wharf and SeaWorld are on the doorstep. Our unit was clean, airy, quite spacious and well equipped with a sea view. Very comfortable bed and seating. Undercover secure parking. There's nothing not to like - highly recommended.