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.
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.
Noosa Beach
Pristine white-sand shores, calm waters and lush forest alongside cosmopolitan shopping and dining await in this fashionable beachside town.
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
SEA LIFE Sunshine Coast General Admission
Sunshine Coast: Amaze World All-Day Entry Ticket
Ginger Factory and Nutworks Return Bus Transfer: Sunshine Coast
The Sunshine Coast: The Ginger Factory Tour & Tasting
Top hotels in Marcoola
Ramada By Wyndham Marcoola Beach
This was out first time staying here and everything was perfect. Restaurant was close and all the facilities were amazing. We will be back.
Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025
Sand Dunes Resort
Had a great stay in this amazing clean apartment. Thank you.
Reviewed on 8 Oct 2025
Novotel Sunshine Coast Resort
The property in general is very nice. Lobby looks sleek and aesthetically pleasing. There are activities available to do for the whole family. The room however that we stayed in is quite dated, and can use some much-needed renovation. Other rooms or units are quite nice and looks new.
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sunshine Coast by IHG
Stayed here for the night with my friend, room was small but perfect for the both of us, we were both amazed with the bathroom set up! We’ve never seen a bathroom like it before, ventilation in the bathroom was amazing also, air con was nice and cold, bed was comfortable, room was bright and well ...
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025
Mercure Sunshine Coast Kawana Waters
Very convenient location especially for SCUH. Stafg were very friendly and check in/out was easy. Car park was tight but was able to find a park. Would recommend and I would stay again.
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025
Oaks Sunshine Coast Oasis Resort
We had an amazing experience overall and enjoyed our stay.
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Marcoola
Twin Waters
Twin Waters is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Twin Waters Golf Club and Yaroomba Beach while in the area.
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.
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.
Alexandra Headland
Travellers to Alexandra Headland praise its stunning beaches. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Alex Beach and Mooloolaba Esplanade.
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.
