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
Sunshine Coast: Mooloolaba River Sunset Cruise
The Ginger Factory Play, Taste & Discover Bundle Experience
Mooloolaba: Sunshine Coast Sunset Canal Cruise
Top hotels in Marcoola
Ramada By Wyndham Marcoola Beach
staff very helpful. Room comfortable. View excellent. Atmosphere very relaxing.
Reviewed on 13 Nov, 2025
Sand Dunes Resort
Excellent for the price. Ground floor was perfect for my elderly parents Every plate and cup had a chip in it which was a little disappointing and there was the expected Sunshine Coast mould on the back of the curtains but but the pool so so nice a touch warmer for those of us that are used to heated ...
Reviewed on 4 Nov, 2025
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sunshine Coast by IHG
Good size room and very nice fit out,
Reviewed on 14 Nov, 2025
Mercure Sunshine Coast Kawana Waters
Clean unit, great staff good food close to Mooloolaba where the surf club and beach located
Reviewed on 17 Nov, 2025
Novotel Sunshine Coast Resort
Amazing resort with great amenities! The location is stunning.
Reviewed on 13 Nov, 2025
Nightcap at Kawana Waters Hotel
Room was clean, spacious & a good firm mattress. Location is great for shopping as your across the road from Kawana shopping centre.
Reviewed on 5 Nov, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Marcoola
Mudjimba
Mudjimba is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Yaroomba Beach and Maroochy River Conservation Park.
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 Coolum Beach or Peregian 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.
