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By Sarah Bristow
If you’ve found yourself tempted by the soft sands and pristine beaches nudging Noosa, you’re not alone. This resort town is the jewel in the crown of the Sunshine Coast and has become one of Queensland’s most popular holiday destinations - visitors congregate at this stylish beachside village to relax and recharge, to seek adventure, and indulge in the finer things in life.
No matter whether you’re on a romantic weekender or a family reunion, you’ll find somewhere to stay with this Noosa accommodation guide.
If you fancy a splurge you’ll find no shortage of offerings in this Noosa accommodation guide. The Sofitel Noosa Pacific Resort leads the charge when it comes to Noosa luxury accommodation, with the expansive venue not only conveniently placed on restaurant-heavy Hastings Street but overflowing with amenities.
A gathering of fellow well-known resort brands resides nearby, like The Sebel Noosa, boasting balconies perched above the waterway. Or the Netanya Noosa, a beloved beachfront option well-versed in laidback luxury which has been one of the region’s most popular places to stay since it opened in 1984.
Perhaps you have a family reunion on the cards? An array of family-focused places to stay form a part of this Noosa accommodation guide. Peppers Noosa Resort & Villas, perched on the hill off Hastings Street, has long been a failsafe option for those with tots in tow. You’ll have a variety of self-contained abodes, from studios to multi-bedrooms, to choose from, all in walking distance to the main drag.
Then there’s the Fairshore Noosa, a gathering of beachfront apartments with direct beach access, as well as a games room. Or Noosa Lakes Resort nudging Noosa Marina, a venue surrounded by water and boasting two-bedroom dual townhouses for larger groups to enjoy.
If you’ve found yourself unable to part with your faithful hound, fret not. While pet-friendly accommodation in Noosa isn’t particularly plentiful, you’ll find options when it comes to resting your head on the outskirts of town.
Horizons at Peregian, tucked into a surf town just 15 minutes south of Hastings Street is an easy option for those travelling with their pooch The cluster of self-contained apartments also resides conveniently close to a popular dog-friendly beach.
Though you may prefer the hinterland - Noosa Avalon Farm Cottages sits in Pomona, a gathering of quaint cottages settled on 30 private acres within arm’s reach of Lake Cootharaba.
Immerse yourself amongst the great outdoors with a stay on the lakefront of the pristine Noosa Everglades. Habitat Noosa is one of the best eco-friendly accommodation options in Noosa, a cluster of camping, glamping and cabins sitting amongst 65 acres of natural bushland and serene waterways. Not only is this place settled deep within the natural world, but particularly green-focused, having recently installed regenerative native vegetation, swales for water drainage and removing fences endangering native wildlife.
Alternatively, in Noosa Hinterland, you'll find Mayan Farm Luxe Villas which offers environmentally friendly, sustainable accommodation currently comprising two “rammed earth” luxury villas with sweeping views of the surrounding farmland and countryside.
YHA Noosa Heads
This Noosa accommodation guide isn’t devoid of budget options if you’re eager to save your pennies. Particularly when it comes to backpackers, thanks to the region being popular for those travelling and working on gap years.
Noosa Heads YHA and Nomads Noosa (formerly Koala Backpackers) are two of the most popular options for those seeking like-minded travellers, with the latter also home to a popular (and rather rowdy) bar.
If you boast a penchant for pitching a tent you won’t be disappointed by the camping options in this Noosa accommodation guide, powered sites included. You’ll be basing yourself a little further afield of course, but who cares when you find yourself sleeping under the stars, perched on the edge of one of the region’s web of waterways.
Have a 4WD? Make way for Noosa North Shore Beach Campground on the Cooloola Coast, a destination popular with those who surf, fish, and bushwalk. Or Boreen Point Campground, a rugged retreat tucked into the shores of Lake Cootharaba, which has a reputation for its sailing and fishing potential.
Now that you have somewhere to lay your head, it's time to plan some activities. Here are 11 of the best things to do in Noosa.