Parklands
Sunshine Coast
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
SEA LIFE Sunshine Coast General Admission
The Sunshine Coast: The Ginger Factory Tour & Tasting
Mooloolaba: Sunshine Coast Sunset Canal Cruise
Byron Bay Gold Coast Brisbane Noosa Hop-On Hop-Off Pass
Parklands Hotel Deals
Ramada By Wyndham Marcoola Beach
"Bed was comfortable. Room was not as clean as it could be. Light from the common areas was a problem and remained on all night. Curtains were not able to keep all light out which made for a poor sleep. The restaurant was really good and the wait staff were all lovely."
Reviewed on Jun 1, 2026
Oaks Sunshine Coast Oasis Resort
"Holes in the sun shade curtains,no shower curtain, Rusty toilet paper holder,no microwave and the door had a gap that funneled the wind right under the door. Ordered the executive garden apartment and I got a room with no garden. As far as I was concerned that I had actually ordered the room with ..."
Reviewed on May 29, 2026
Holiday Inn & Suites Sunshine Coast by IHG
"Great accommodation. Clean room, easy breakfast and dinner. Front desk were great and super helpful."
Reviewed on May 31, 2026
Mercure Sunshine Coast Kawana Waters
"Dinner was dreadful, buffet breakfast was ice cold at 7.30am, there was no hot water for a shower in the morning and the pillows were very lumpy and uncomfortable. Very disappointing. Will not stay here again. The only positive was the staff were very helpful."
Reviewed on Jun 1, 2026
Mantra Mooloolaba Beach
"Close to beach and variety of cafes and restaurants"
Reviewed on May 31, 2026
RACV Noosa Resort
"We had a great stay, very clean, great amenities."
Reviewed on May 31, 2026
Other neighborhoods around Parklands
Marcoola
The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Marcoola. A stop by Marcoola Beach or Yaroomba Beach 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 Yaroomba Beach.
Twin Waters
Twin Waters is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Twin Waters Golf Club and Yaroomba Beach while you're in town.
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.
Buderim
Buderim is noteworthy for its spas, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Buderim Forest Park Nature Refuge and Headland Golf Club.
Maroochydore
Travelers come to Maroochydore for its beaches, and you can see top attractions like Maroochydore Beach and Sunshine Plaza while you're in town.
