Noosa Heads

Sunshine Coast
Noosa Heads featuring a beach and a sunset as well as a couple
Some of the east coast's best beaches, beautiful hinterland and stylish restaurants make this upmarket, ocean-front town one of Australia's favourite destinations.

Pack a beach towel, grab your sunglasses and head up to one of Australia’s best-known beach destinations. A fishing village until the mid 20th-century, its excellent beaches and the stunning Noosa River have seen it transformed into a popular holiday destination. Locals have made sure it hasn’t suffered too heavily from the development, though. More than 30 percent of the area is protected forest or parkland, and height restrictions have kept the skyline low. This is a place where you can park the car, walking is all the transport you will need.

Head to the beach to cool off in the waves. Main Beach is safe and perfect for kids, while the beaches around Noosa National Park are better for surfers. You can rent boards or book some lessons at places all around town. 

Go hiking in Noosa National Park at the southern end of the town. The trails are easy and wind through a cool forest, taking you past hidden beaches and coves and revealing some lovely views along the way. The national park is home to several rare native species. Keep your eyes open and look up, and you may be lucky enough to spot a koala or a black-cockatoo.

If you would like to see some of Australia’s rarer or more dangerous species, head to Australia Zoo, which is less than an hour to the south. Another trip worth the effort is a cruise along the Noosa River to admire more of the area’s stunning scenery. 

Fishing enthusiasts can either organise trips along the river or out to sea, or fish right from the beach. Shopping fans will enjoy Hastings Street, the main thoroughfare, which is lined with boutiques and upmarket stores. In the evenings, walk the streets and choose from a good range of restaurants, or just relax on a balcony and enjoy the view.


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Top hotels in Noosa Heads

10 Hastings Street Boutique Motel & Cafe
10 Hastings Street Boutique Motel & Cafe
4 out of 5
10 Hastings Street, Noosa Heads, QLD
The price is S$220 per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
S$220
per night
29 Mar - 30 Mar
Stay at this 4-star motel in Sunshine Coast. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and babysitting services. Popular attractions Hastings Street and Noosa Beach are located ...
7.2/10 Good! (319 reviews)
"Great location!"

Reviewed on 10 Mar,2024

10 Hastings Street Boutique Motel & Cafe
RACV Noosa Resort
RACV Noosa Resort
5 out of 5
94 Noosa Drive, Noosa Heads, QLD
The price is S$377 per night from 24 Apr to 25 Apr
S$377
per night
24 Apr - 25 Apr
Stay at this 5-star luxury aparthotel in Sunshine Coast. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,640 reviews)
"Great for families. Pool food ok but not amazing. Villa lovely and clean Spray and wipe and wiping cloths in the kitchen would have been really helpful. Bin corral was locked so we had to drop rubbish bags over the fence. Reception staff all absolutely lovely ❤️❤️"

Reviewed on 27 Mar,2024

RACV Noosa Resort
Sofitel Noosa Pacific Resort
Sofitel Noosa Pacific Resort
5 out of 5
14-16 Hastings Street, Noosa Heads, QLD
The price is S$465 per night from 28 Apr to 29 Apr
S$465
per night
28 Apr - 29 Apr
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Sunshine Coast. Enjoy a full-service spa, breakfast, and WiFi. Popular attractions Hastings Street and Noosa Beach are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (417 reviews)
"The service was excellent. Very pleased with unexpected bonus of bubbles on arrival and a free upgrade. Everything was well managed and made for such an easy and enjoyable weekend getaway. Lovely pool and so close to beach, restaurants and shopping. Will definitely return."

Reviewed on 19 Mar,2024

Sofitel Noosa Pacific Resort
The Sebel Noosa
The Sebel Noosa
4.5 out of 5
32 Hastings Street, Noosa Heads, QLD
The price is S$326 per night from 28 Apr to 29 Apr
S$326
per night
28 Apr - 29 Apr
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Sunshine Coast. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Hastings Street and Noosa ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,369 reviews)
"Amazing location.....and the pools....WOW!!"

Reviewed on 24 Mar,2024

The Sebel Noosa
Noosa Heads Motel
Noosa Heads Motel
3.5 out of 5
71 Noosa Drive, Noosa Heads, QLD
The price is S$254 per night from 8 Apr to 9 Apr
S$254
per night
8 Apr - 9 Apr
Stay at this 3.5-star motel in Sunshine Coast. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a terrace. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (996 reviews)
"Great location and great staff. Walking distance to many good dining options."

Reviewed on 18 Mar,2024

Noosa Heads Motel
Peppers Noosa Resort and Villas
Peppers Noosa Resort and Villas
4 out of 5
Little Hastings Street, Noosa Heads, QLD
The price is S$262 per night from 28 Apr to 29 Apr
S$262
per night
28 Apr - 29 Apr
Stay at this 4-star spa resort in Sunshine Coast. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (999 reviews)
"I felt like my room was in the middle of the rainforest - rather than in a large accommodation complex."

Reviewed on 17 Mar,2024

Peppers Noosa Resort and Villas
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Other neighbourhoods around Noosa Heads

Sunshine Beach which includes markets and street scenes as well as a large group of people

Sunshine Beach

Travellers come to Sunshine Beach for its beaches, and you can see top attractions like Sunshine Beach Village Shops and Ed Webb Park while you're in town.

Sunshine Beach
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Sunrise Beach

Sunrise Beach is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Caribbean Bushland Reserve and Sunshine Beach.

Sunrise Beach
Noosaville featuring general coastal views and a coastal town

Noosaville

Noosaville is known for its stunning river views, and you can see some sights area like Shorehaven Bushland Reserve and Keyser Island Conservation Park.

Noosaville
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Noosa North Shore

Travellers like the beaches in Noosa North Shore, and Noosa North Shore Nature Refuge is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Noosa North Shore
Tewantin showing general coastal views and a bay or harbour

Tewantin

Tewantin is noteworthy for its river views, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Noosa Marina and Tewantin Noosa Golf Club.

Tewantin
Peregian Beach which includes a sandy beach

Peregian Beach

Peregian Beach is popular for its beaches, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Peregian Beach or Lake Weyba.

Peregian Beach

Noosa Heads