Maroochy River Travel Guide
Sunshine Coast
Visit Maroochy River
Popular places to visit
Hastings Street
Located in the heart of Noosa Heads, this beachside street is a chic enclave of cosmopolitan cafés, resort-style accommodation and designer shopping.
Noosa Beach
Pristine white-sand shores, calm waters and lush forest alongside cosmopolitan shopping and dining await in this fashionable beachside town.
Mooloolaba Esplanade
Walk along the waterfront, have a barbecue on the grassy parklands, let the kids enjoy the playground and shop in the boutique shops after a swim in the ocean.
Mooloolaba Beach
Cool off in the water, stroll along the coastal esplanade and scuba dive among military shipwrecks.
Bulcock Beach
Clear ocean waters, a dazzling stretch of sandy shore, warm paddling pools and a beachside boardwalk combine to make this a classic seaside getaway.
SEA LIFE Sunshine Coast Aquarium
Watch seals play with their trainers, sharks swim above your head and dolphins jump out of the water at this award-winning marine park.
Things to do
The Sunshine Coast: The Ginger Factory Tour & Tasting
SEA LIFE Sunshine Coast General Admission
Sunshine Coast: Amaze World All-Day Entry Ticket
Eumundi Markets Bus Transfer: Mooloolaba Sunshine Coast & Noosa
Mooloolaba: Canal Cruise with Commentary
Ginger Factory and Nutworks Return Bus Transfer: Sunshine Coast
Top hotels in Maroochy River
Mercure Sunshine Coast Kawana Waters
Great place. Tv conection was an issue
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
Ramada By Wyndham Marcoola Beach
Better than we expected, beautiful big apartment. Well stocked with plates and beach towels. Beautiful view and pool and great beach access.
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sunshine Coast by IHG
Lovely breakfast. Parking was easy in the carpark across the road. Staff were extremely helpful. Easily accessible to nearby restaurants (walking distance). The only criticism- the bed was very firm. Other than that it was exceptional value for money and we wouldn’t hesitate to stay there again.
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Mantra Mooloolaba Beach
Clean room, perfect location and friendly staff
Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026
Novotel Sunshine Coast Resort
Great food, reasonable price and clean room
Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026
RACV Noosa Resort
We had a great time at the resort. The accommodation was clean, aesthetically pleasing and comfortable. The staff were all helpful and kind. The pool is sweet with a little beach entry. My son found it a little young for him (age 11) as there were so many younger kids but may have been the time of ...
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Maroochy River
Marcoola
The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Marcoola. A stop by Marcoola Beach or Mount Coolum National Park might round out your trip.
Mount Coolum
You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Mount Coolum. You might want to make time for a stop at Mt Coolum Golf Club or Mount Coolum National Park.
Coolum Beach
The beaches and seaside views are top of the list for many visitors to Coolum Beach. A stop by Aqua Fun Park or Coolum Beach might round out your trip.
Maroochydore
Maroochydore is known for its beaches, and you can plan a trip to Maroochydore Beach and Sunshine Plaza while you're in town.
Cotton Tree
When in Cotton Tree, you can plan a visit to Maroochydore Beach and Sunshine Plaza, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Buderim
Buderim is noteworthy for its spas, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Buderim Forest Park Nature Refuge and Foote Sanctuary of Buderim.
