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Lowanna Beach Resort by Direct Collective

Aparthotel in Sunshine Coast with an outdoor pool

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Beach
Bathroom
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Balcony

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
The current price is NZ$194
includes taxes & fees
1 Jun - 2 Jun

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42 Lowanna Dr, Buddina, QLD, 4575
  • Mooloolaba Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • SEA LIFE Sunshine Coast Aquarium
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Mooloolaba Esplanade
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Caloundra, QLD (CUD)
    ‪13 min drive‬

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Two Bedroom Ocean View Apartment

  • Ocean view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Three Bedroom Ocean View Apartment

  • Ocean view
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Single Beds

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Three Bedroom Apartment - Dual Key

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Single Beds

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  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
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  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
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  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
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About the area

Sunshine Coast

Buddina, a neighbourhood in Sunshine Coast, is home to Lowanna Beach Resort by Direct Collective. Sunshine Castle and Dularcha Rail Tunnel are local landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Mooloolaba Esplanade and Kawana Shoppingworld. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Sunshine Coast Stadium or NightQuarter.

What's nearby

  • Kawana Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Point Cartwright - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Mooloolaba Beach - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
  • SEA LIFE Sunshine Coast Aquarium - 5 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Mooloolaba Esplanade - 5 min drive - 5.0 km

Getting around

  • Landsborough Station - 23 min drive
  • Maroochydore, QLD (MCY-Sunshine Coast) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Coffee Club - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Kawana Waters Surf Lifesaving Club - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Jamaica Blue - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Muffin Break - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Lowanna Beach Resort by Direct Collective

Aparthotel in Sunshine Coast with an outdoor pool
This smoke-free aparthotel features an outdoor pool and a banquet hall. Each apartment offers free WiFi, a Smart TV with digital channels and a hairdryer. Amenities also include an iron/ironing board and free toiletries.
Lowanna Beach Resort by Direct Collective offers 60 air-conditioned accommodations with a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. 50-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels. This Sunshine Coast aparthotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices). Cots/infant beds (surcharge) are also available.
Recreational amenities at the aparthotel include an outdoor pool.

Amenities

Pool
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 7:00 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 staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 30.0 per day.
Cots (infant beds) are available for AUD 15 per night

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Breakage deposit: AUD 150 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 15 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 30.0 per day

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

Frequently asked questions

Does Lowanna Beach Resort by Direct Collective have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Lowanna Beach Resort by Direct Collective?

As of 30 May 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lowanna Beach Resort by Direct Collective on 2 June 2025 start from NZ$194.23, 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 Lowanna Beach Resort by Direct Collective pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Lowanna Beach Resort by Direct Collective?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Lowanna Beach Resort by Direct Collective?

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Lowanna Beach Resort by Direct Collective?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lowanna Beach Resort by Direct Collective located?

Located in Buddina, this aparthotel is steps from Kawana Shoppingworld and 2.6 mi (4.1 km) from Mooloolaba Esplanade. Kawana Beach and Buddina Beach are also within 15 minutes.

Lowanna Beach Resort by Direct Collective Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 47 out of 75 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 75 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 75 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 75 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 75 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

8.8/10

Communication

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Justyna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Fabulous stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carla

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Brand new and welcoming, we really enjoyed our short stay and hope to return soon!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brittany

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We loved the stay here. Very clean, no noise, and the staff was super nice and attentive. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Good central location, clean and comfortable
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephan

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, communication
Great convenient location. Staff very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracey

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Lovely spacious apartments, close to beach and large shopping centre.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Brad

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
good location, clean and spacious
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a fantastic place to spend a holiday. We had a lovely 2 bedroom apartment that was incredibly spacious. The beach was a short walk and it was quite empty every day.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great position short walk to beach, very close t shopping centre and local pub & surf club
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

GARTH

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
great position everything close by great views
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anis

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Ver good property good value for money
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The apartments are brand new & set out beautifully. Designed smart & very spacious. Beds are super comfy. Everything that we needed for our stay was provided & even the skincare / toiletries provided are nice natural products with organic ingredients. Groceries & restaurants are very close & accessible. Looking forward to staying there again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carl

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very clean, lovely staff, great communication
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roberto

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Perfect location, great accomodation and service. On a selfish note would have been nice to have spa. But otherwise perfect in every way.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful unit, loved it!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Handy location to shops and bus stops. Nice staff. Fresh and new building, some minor teething problems but nothing that greatly affects the stay (eg. The dryer shorted when turned on so was unable to be used and the bathroom sink was a little slow draining. Would be more than happy to stay again and recommend to others.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dhamish

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Pros Property was close to shops/beach and driving/walking distance to eatery. Cons Swimming pool needs to be heated as it only get 1-2hrs of sun per day and is cold
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

zeljko

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

weekend break

Nice and clean but noisy because lot of work was done on the property. Ground floor without any view to speak off. Service, comfort and cleanliness well above average . Overall pleasant stay. My wife enjoyed the stay because shop were near by.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Issa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Liked the location. Liked the fact it is new. Swimming pool too cold, should be heated.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jodie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
New modem building offering all the amenities of home. Undercover parking max 1.3m. Swimming pool available to all guests. Kawana Shoppingworld across the road heading west with all the shops you need and the beach a short walk heading east.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brett

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Cl3an and very very fruendly sraff to help. Gr3at property. Will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Hayley

Liked: Room comfort, communication
Beautiful brand new units lovely pool toilet needed a better clean and there was the last guests bin so in the bin. We did ask for early check in but didn't expect to find this. Will go back to the place though. Awesome unit
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Ben

Disliked: Cleanliness, communication
Disorganized management not even a chair in the room TV not set up for any news channels or any other thing no Wi-Fi
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Koo

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Communication

Clean but customer service can be better

Property itself was very nice and clean cuz it’s brand new. However counter staff wasn’t that kind to Asian and I felt like I was treated with that stereotypical vibe, which I pretended I didn’t care at the time so that loses 1 star. Also they said wifi may not work due to still in construction stage and gave me an alternative way to connect, but that didn’t work either. Be prepared to use your own data
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Juan Renato

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Communication
The hotel is beautiful, clean, and very comfortable. Its location is excellent—close to the beach and a shopping centre. However, the service was disappointing. At check-in, the receptionist barely smiled, making us feel unwelcome. Later, some guests were smoking marijuana, and the smell forced us off our balcony while we were with our 12-year-old daughter. At 1:30 AM, we called reception because those same guests were playing loud music and shouting. The staff left us on hold and never even apologized. The next morning, after a sleepless night, we requested a late check-out, explaining the situation. The hotel was visibly empty, yet they asked us to leave on time without any acknowledgment or apology. The staff was not rude, but the service was far from acceptable. Disappointing experience.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025