A prominent motel in the heart of Caloundra is set to reopen with a fresh, new look and sustainable attributes.
Motel Caloundra, which aims to be the Sunshine Coast’s first net-zero energy hotel, will reopen on September 29, after a complete reimagining of the property.
Hotel developers and designers Andrew and Lucy Pink, in partnership with Maeva Hospitality’s Scott Armstrong, are creating the new-look hotel opposite The Events Centre and the site of the planned new Sunshine Coast Regional Gallery.
The nine-room motel is in a prime location but it had seen better days when the Pinks and Mr Armstrong started their modernisation of the property.
Rooms and bathrooms were stripped back to concrete and redesigned, new double-glazed windows were installed for soundproofing and insulation, and deluxe interiors including king beds and smart TVs were installed.
Superior king rooms also have a private outdoor balcony and dedicated car parking space.
As part of the redevelopment, a family room and apartment were added. Both offer two bedrooms, living areas, private balconies and car spaces, and the apartment also includes a fully equipped kitchen.
Guests will have access to bikes to discover Caloundra’s cycle trails, and the motel is close to restaurants, cafes, bars and the renowned street art trail.
A rooftop bank of 47 solar panels was installed, which will produce 19.5kw of power during the day, along with batteries that will produce a further 23kw of power during the evening, allowing the hotel to operate for most of the time without the need for external energy sources.
Work is still being done on the exterior of the motel, ahead of its reopening.
The motel is a short walk from Kings Beach, where the Caloundra Music Festival will be held on September 29.
Mr Pink said he and Mr Armstrong had been drawn to the property by its central location and the potential for it to play an important role in Caloundra’s future development.
“There’s no doubt that we are right in the heart of Caloundra’s future development plans, which are very exciting,” he said.
“To be just a short walk from Caloundra’s beaches and across the road from The Events Centre and the future regional gallery makes it even more important for visitors to have access to high-quality accommodation.
“We will also work closely with The Events Centre to facilitate their requirements for VIP accommodation for performers and delegates.
“Scott and I have gone out of our way to make the hotel a model of sustainability, given the Sunshine Coast’s commitment to sustainability and its UNESCO biosphere status.”
Visit Sunshine Coast CEO Matt Stoeckel welcomed the imminent launch of the revamped motel and its investment in state-of-the-art energy sustainability technology.
“Caloundra is fortunate to have some of the Sunshine Coast’s most attractive beaches as well as having the Glass House Mountains nearby, and this commitment to sustainability highlights our tourism operators’ support for our natural environment,” he said.
“Caloundra plays a vital role in our tourism economy, not just as an enviable holiday playground but also as a premium destination for major events, conferences, art and culture, and sport, and the relaunch of Motel Caloundra will contribute significantly to the town’s future tourism development.”
The Pinks’ newest hotel transformation follows two highly successful restorations over the past three years.
Their first Sunshine Coast venture was the conversion of Riverpark Maroochy Motel into the ‘Insta-famous’ Loea Boutique Hotel, followed by the heritage Maleny Lodge in the Sunshine Coast hinterland.
Rates for Motel Caloundra will range from $180 to $280. Bookings and further information via Motel Caloundra.
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