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First Light Mooloolaba, Ascend Hotel Collection

4.0 star property
Hotel with an outdoor pool, a short walk to Mooloolaba Beach

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Penthouse, 3 Bedrooms (Top Floor)
Balcony
Outdoor pool
Iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds, rollaway beds, free WiFi
Flat-screen TV

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Pool
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$288
includes taxes & fees
31 July - 1 Aug

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Iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Dining table
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms (Upper Floor)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Dining table
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Suite, 1 Bedroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Dining table
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Apartment, 1 Bedroom (Upper Floor)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Dining table
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms (No Air Conditioning)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Kitchen
Fridge
Dining table
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Penthouse, 3 Bedrooms (Top Floor)

Penthouse, 3 Bedrooms (Top Floor)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Dining table
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 4 Single Beds

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Iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Suite, 2 Bedrooms (Apartment)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Dining table
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms (Water View)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Dining table
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Dining table
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Apartment, 1 Bedroom (Water View)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Dining table
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Two-Bedroom with Water View

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

One-Bedroom Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds, rollaway beds, free WiFi

One-Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Three-Bedroom Apartment - Sky Home

  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

One-Bedroom Apartment With Water View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Two-Bedroom Apartment Suite

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Two-Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Map
25/27 First Avenue, Mooloolaba, QLD, 4557

What's nearby

  • Mooloolaba Esplanade - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Mooloolaba Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • SEA LIFE Sunshine Coast Aquarium - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Alex Beach - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Point Cartwright - 5 min drive - 3.1 km

Getting around

  • Landsborough Station - 22 min drive
  • Maroochydore, QLD (MCY-Sunshine Coast) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mooloolaba Beach Cafe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Beach Bar & Grill Mooloolaba - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪4 Pines Mooloolaba - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Taps Australia - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Yogurt & Gelato World - ‬3 min walk

About this property

First Light Mooloolaba, Ascend Hotel Collection

Upscale hotel near Mooloolaba Esplanade
Close to Mooloolaba Beach, First Light Mooloolaba, Ascend Hotel Collection provides amenities, such as laundry facilities and a gym. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Tour/ticket information, a lift and smoke-free property
  • Luggage storage and barbecues
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and location
Room features
All guest rooms at First Light Mooloolaba, Ascend Hotel Collection feature thoughtful touches, such as furnished balconies and separate sitting areas, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and dining tables.
Other amenities include:
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) and cots/infant beds (surcharge)
  • Showers, free toiletries and hairdryers
  • Separate sitting areas, separate dining areas and kitchens

Languages

English

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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 washer/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)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill

Accessibility

  • Lift

More

  • 1 building
  • 13 floors
  • Smoke-free property

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
  • Washer/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
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

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

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

  • 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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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 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

We should mention

Parking height restrictions apply

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

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

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

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

As of 16 Jul 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at First Light Mooloolaba, Ascend Hotel Collection on 31 Jul 2025 start from NZ$287.96, 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 First Light Mooloolaba, Ascend Hotel Collection pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at First Light Mooloolaba, Ascend Hotel Collection?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 5 PM.

What time is check-out at First Light Mooloolaba, Ascend Hotel Collection?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is First Light Mooloolaba, Ascend Hotel Collection located?

Located in Mooloolaba, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Salt Caves Mooloolaba, Mooloolaba Beach and Mooloolaba Esplanade. The Wharf Mooloolaba and Ripple Sunshine Coast Massage Day Spa and Beauty are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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First Light Mooloolaba, Ascend Hotel Collection Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 155 out of 269 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 75 out of 269 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 22 out of 269 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 269 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 269 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

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

6/10

Good location, convenient and clean throughout .
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

8/10

Great location and close to everything
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10

great hotel and spot. East access to the beach and all other shops
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10

It was easy to access, conveniently located and staff were friendly
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10

The room was spacious. Washer dryer was a blessing after spending days at the beach. 2 minute walk to the beach.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10

Lovely staff let us check in early and were so welcoming.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10

Great facilities, very clean and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10

This location is fantastic. The beach is only 50 meters away. The apartment was immaculate. Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10

This property was clean, updated and had all the necessary things needed for a self contained unit. I was very happy staying here.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10

Nice location within walking distance to the main esplanade and beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10

Clean, great location and peaceful
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10

Convenient location. Excellent, friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10

Great location & lovely room
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10

Loved all the easy acces to everything, friendly staff they were very kind easy going and explained everything well when we checked in 👍
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

8/10

Staff were amazing and very kind & accomodating.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10

I’ve stayed here twice and I really love it! Feels like home.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

10/10

Great spot with easy access to everything Mooloolaba has to offer.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10

good location, fine for kids, small narrow pool was great, easy access, clean and new facilities, good location.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10

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

10/10

Excellent location, excellent apartment.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

8/10

Walking distance to the beach and the wharf.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10

Great location, one street back but so quiet!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

8/10

We had a nice stay. Apartment was smaller than expected and the toaster did not work. Otherwise great place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10

Great and convenient location to Mooloolaba beach, shops and restaurants. Free carpark was a bonus. Staff were friendly. Apartment was clean and had all amenities and kitchen utensils.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024