What's it like in Buddina?

Buddina is a neighbourhood that travellers like for its beaches. Are you looking for Buddina travel tips? Make sure that you visit Point Cartwright and Kawana Shoppingworld while you're in the neighbourhood.

Where is the best place to stay in Buddina?

Based on our traveller data, Lowanna Beach Resort by Direct Collective is one of the top choices for your stay in Buddina. This hotel offers an outdoor pool and free WiFi. Another good choice for your stay in the neighbourhood is Nightcap at Kawana Waters Hotel .

How many hotels are there in the Buddina area?

If you're searching for places to stay in Sunshine Coast, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 45 Buddina hotels and other accommodation options to choose from.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Buddina, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel bookings are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view the top deals on offer in Buddina.

What are the top things to see and do in Buddina?

Dip your toes in the water at Kawana Beach or Buddina Beach while you're in Buddina. As you're discovering the neighbourhood, Point Cartwright and Kawana Shoppingworld are some other places worth a visit. A few places to visit in the area around Buddina include Mooloolaba Beach, The Wharf Mooloolaba and Salt Caves Mooloolaba. When you're sightseeing in Sunshine Coast, Mooloolaba Esplanade and Briner Beach are also worth a stop.

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Our top choices for Buddina hotels

1. Lowanna Beach Resort by Direct Collective

Buddina

Jorge

RM499 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

2. Nightcap at Kawana Waters Hotel

Buddina

Gerald

RM434 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

3. Beachside Resort - Kawana Waters

Buddina

Shane

RM960 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

4. Direct Collective - Seabreeze Mooloolaba

Mooloolaba, 1.7 km from Buddina

Leesa

RM610 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

5. Avani Mooloolaba Beach Hotel

Mooloolaba, 1.8 km from Buddina

Mario

RM1,103 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Sept - 9 Sept

6. Mantra Mooloolaba Beach

Mooloolaba, 2.1 km from Buddina

Deborah Lesley

RM856 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Sept - 15 Sept

7. Pacific Beach Resort

Mooloolaba, 2 km from Buddina

Justine

RM1,127 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

8. Newport Mooloolaba

Mooloolaba, 1.5 km from Buddina

CHRISTOPHER

RM766 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

9. First Light Mooloolaba, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Mooloolaba, 1.9 km from Buddina

Nelu

RM850 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Sept - 16 Sept

10. Nautilus Mooloolaba

Mooloolaba, 1.6 km from Buddina

Nola

RM1,218 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Sept - 15 Sept

11. Sandcastles Mooloolaba

Mooloolaba, 1.6 km from Buddina

Alex

RM1,207 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Sept - 16 Sept

12. Breeze Mooloolaba

Mooloolaba, 2.3 km from Buddina

David

RM871 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

13. Beachside Mooloolaba

Mooloolaba, 1.7 km from Buddina

Brian

RM927 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

14. Direct Collective - Breeze on Brightwater

3.5 km from Buddina

Harry

RM594 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

15. Beach Club Resort

Mooloolaba, 2.3 km from Buddina

Helen

RM768 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Sept - 16 Sept

16. Saltwater Villas

Mooloolaba, 2 km from Buddina

Paul

RM1,019 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

17. Cilento Mooloolaba

Mooloolaba, 1.9 km from Buddina

Geoffrey

RM1,458 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Sept - 10 Sept

18. Alex Beach Cabins

Alexandra Headland, 4.1 km from Buddina

Arthur

RM518 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

19. Northwind Holiday Apartments Mooloolaba

Mooloolaba, 2.2 km from Buddina

Naomi

RM1,384 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

20. Malibu Mooloolaba

Mooloolaba, 1.9 km from Buddina

ROSLYN

RM1,455 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Sept - 11 Sept

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