The 10 best hotels in Noosa

Tucked away on a quiet hilltop beneath lush rainforest canopy, this beautifully restored 1880s guest house is a relaxed base for solo travellers, friends and families alike. The heritage-listed lodge features light-filled dorms sleeping up to six guests, complete with a shared kitchen, bathrooms, laundry facilities and a breezy communal lounge that opens onto a spacious timber deck. For those seeking privacy, the one- and two-bedroom suites serve up pure beachside nostalgia. In your downtime, jump into ping-pong tournaments, play a round of pool, roll out a mat for morning yoga, or spend your evenings at the bar listening to vinyl records. Keep in mind it can get noisy on Friday and Saturday nights!  

Address: 2 Halse Ln, Noosa Heads

Elysium Noosa has brought a new era of coastal luxury to this famed coastal town. Formerly the Sofitel, the newly renovated five-star retreat now offers 176 beautifully refreshed rooms and suites just steps from the golden sands of Main Beach. Inside, contemporary coastal design meets laid-back elegance, with floor-to-ceiling windows, sun-bleached timber and soft palettes inspired by the sea and sky. Guests can start the day with an exceptional buffet breakfast and then ease into holiday mode at the swim-up bar. Adding to the buzz, acclaimed new trattoria Cibaria Noosa (sister to Sydney's Cibaria Manly) by the Pavoni family brings its signature Italian flair to the resort. 

Address: 14-16 Hastings St, Noosa

Seahaven is home to one- and two-bedroom apartments, studios and suites, so whether you’re travelling as honeymooners or family holidayers, there’s accommodation to suit your style. If you’re really in the mood for luxury, the penthouse apartments have private rooftops and heated spas overlooking the beach. This boutique hotel is so close to the beach that the only thing separating you from the sand is a tiny strip of grass. Did we mention the pool overlooks the sea?

Address: 15 Hastings St, Noosa Heads

Relax in an apartment with a fully equipped kitchen right by the sand of Laguna Bay. Living up to its name, the beachfront and beachview apartments at On The Beach have azure views from private balconies. With modern kitchens and living areas, they might just become your home away from home. Although with easy access to Hastings Street’s smorgasbord of cuisines, you might prize the resort more highly for its fabulous location than its kitchen.

Address: 49 Hastings St, Noosa Heads

When you can’t decide between a beach day or a pool day, an infinity pool overlooking the beach might just be your happy compromise. The decor at Tingirana is Hamptons-inspired, so expect luxury in 50 shades of blue. For a fresh way to start the day, pop into the guest lounge for nibbles like pastries and fruit cups. Choose between studios looking over Hastings Street or one- and two-bedroom apartments with beach views.

Address: 25 Hastings St, Noosa Heads

This five-star resort is mega. The pool area is massive and boasts waterslides and a teeny tiny water park play area for tots. Breakfast is taken poolside at the buffet, and for lunch or dinner, chow down on pizzas from Dazza’s Bar. There is plenty to entertain you at the resort, including a day spa, tennis courts, gym and games room, but there’s also a free resort shuttle bus that runs into town every 30 minutes. 

Address: 94 Noosa Dr, Noosa Heads

Noosa is known for its crystal clear waters, but there’s a tropical wonderland to be discovered, too – and South Pacific Resort & Spa is all about celebrating the fact. The resort is set across two hectares of lush gardens and the timber apartments will remind you of tropical bungalows. The resort has four mighty lagoon-style pools, but there’s a shuttle bus that will cart you between the greenery and the beachfront. 

Address: 179 Weyba Rd, Noosaville

The Mantra has classic one- and two-bedroom rooms or newly refurbished deluxe one-, two- and three-bedroom options. There’s a lagoon pool lined by plenty of tropical palm trees, two heated spas and barbecues around for some summer soiree fun. There’s also the option to rent stand-up paddleboards for your journey to the beach, and with the Mantra being right across from Main Beach, you won’t have to carry them far. 

Address: 1 Halse Ln, Noosa Heads

For the more self-sufficient travellers, The Sebel’s one- and two-bedroom apartments are complete with fully equipped kitchens and laundry amenities. The resort’s pool is heated for endless dips, and there’s a wading pool for the little ones. When you’re not swimming, you can enjoy The Sebel's lush gardens, or take a super short stroll to Hastings Street’s main attractions.

Address: 32 Hastings St, Noosa Pde, Noosa Heads

This tier of two-, three- and four-bedroom apartments has sprawling views of both the tropical greenery and Noosa’s beautiful water thanks to its location back in the hinterland. The apartments have an open living space, barbecues and a jacuzzi or spa. You can level up by booking the four-bedroom penthouse that sleeps up to eight people, so you and your friends can enjoy the rooftop deck with its own jacuzzi, outdoor area and sun loungers. 

Address: 47 Picture Point Cres, Noosa Heads