Sunshine Beach

Sunshine Coast

Sunshine Beach featuring street scenes and markets as well as a large group of people
Sunshine Beach showing general coastal views
Sunshine Beach
Sunshine Beach featuring a sandy beach, landscape views and rocky coastline
Sunshine Beach which includes general coastal views as well as an individual male

Open-air bars and cafés meet golden sands at this laid-back beach just a short distance from the stunning Noosa National Park. 

The gorgeous Sunshine Beach is renowned for its blue-green waters and perfect surfing spots. Enjoy Sunshine Beach’s cosmopolitan waterfront, with stylish boutiques, cafés and restaurants. Take a walk on the beach and explore the bush trails within the rocky northeast headland of Noosa National Park.

Stroll through the national park, one of Australia’s most visited parks. The wild coastline is an important refuge for native wildlife and contains wallum heaths, rainforest and kauri pine. It takes about 40 minutes to walk to Alexandria Bay and 1 hour to walk to Noosa’s Laguna Bay. Explore the scenic Noosa Heads along a selection of five trails, ranging from 0.6 to 3 miles (1 to 5 kilometers) each way and catering to all fitness levels.

Stretch out on the golden sands of Sunshine Beach and relax with a good book. The northern part of the beach is friendly to dogs watch locals bringing their pooches to enjoy the sunshine and salty air. Enjoy an uncrowded surfing session at the open coastline. If you’re a beginner, arrange a lesson with the experts at the local surf school.

Head to the local beach bar and find a spot on the deck for a delicious meal or cool drink. Stroll along the shady main street, enjoy a coffee or browse the clothing boutiques. If you are at Sunshine Beach on a Sunday, head to the Sunshine Beach Surf Club for Sunday Sessions. These afternoon live-music events are a hit with locals and visitors alike. Enjoy the music with a backdrop of uninterrupted ocean views.

Sunshine Beach is on the southern side of Noosa National Park, located between Noosa and Coolum. The beach is only a 5-minute drive from Noosa Heads. The laid-back atmosphere and picturesque sights of Sunshine Beach make it the perfect place to relax and enjoy nature.


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Sunshine Beach Hotel Deals

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sunshine Coast by IHG
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sunshine Coast by IHG
4 out of 5
42 First Avenue and Fairway Drive, Maroochydore, QLD
The price is CA $136 per night from Jun 26 to Jun 27
CA $136
CA $150 total
Jun 26 - Jun 27
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Sunshine Coast. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (684 reviews)
"Excellent facility but the parking is an issue. As a guest we shouldn’t have to pay. If we had to go out numerous times it would add up as well as the $12.50 per night. To enter the hotel was chaotic as Google maps directed us to another street due to construction. It wasn’t easy to find."

Reviewed on May 29, 2025

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sunshine Coast by IHG
Ramada By Wyndham Marcoola Beach
Ramada By Wyndham Marcoola Beach
4 out of 5
923 David Low Way, Marcoola, QLD
The price is CA $144 per night from Jun 17 to Jun 18
CA $144
CA $159 total
Jun 17 - Jun 18
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Sunshine Coast. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,006 reviews)
"Great atmosphere very clean rooms"

Reviewed on May 30, 2025

Ramada By Wyndham Marcoola Beach
Novotel Sunshine Coast Resort
Novotel Sunshine Coast Resort
4 out of 5
270 Ocean Drive, Sunshine Coast, Twin Waters, QLD
The price is CA $166 per night from Jun 26 to Jun 27
CA $166
CA $183 total
Jun 26 - Jun 27
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Sunshine Coast. Enjoy free parking, a beach locale, and room service. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,001 reviews)
"Great clean room great atmosphere vibe and relaxing place to stau definitely be back. The only issue for us was the back door mat was so slippery i could of really hurt my self multiple times. Overall 9/10 guys"

Reviewed on May 25, 2025

Novotel Sunshine Coast Resort
Landmark Resort
Landmark Resort
4 out of 5
11 Mooloolaba Esplanade, Mooloolaba, QLD
Stay at this 4-star spa aparthotel in Sunshine Coast. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,996 reviews)
"This is our second stay at Landmark. Great position, within walking distance to the beach and restaurants"

Reviewed on May 31, 2025

Landmark Resort
Mantra Mooloolaba Beach
Mantra Mooloolaba Beach
4.5 out of 5
Cnr Mooloolaba Esplanade & Venning St, Mooloolaba, QLD
The price is CA $239 per night from Jun 8 to Jun 9
CA $239
CA $239 total
Jun 8 - Jun 9
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Sunshine Coast. Enjoy free parking, a fitness center, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,627 reviews)
"Staff and Management were excellent. Local dining and entertainment was excellent. Condition of room was very dated and carpet was lifting in places. There was mould around the A/ Con vents and dust on top of fixtures. Cutlery was not clean and had to be washed before using."

Reviewed on May 29, 2025

Mantra Mooloolaba Beach
RACV Noosa Resort
RACV Noosa Resort
5 out of 5
94 Noosa Drive, Noosa Heads, QLD
The price is CA $262 per night from Jun 16 to Jun 17
CA $262
CA $288 total
Jun 16 - Jun 17
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury aparthotel in Sunshine Coast. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,727 reviews)
"Perfecto"

Reviewed on Jun. 1, 2025

RACV Noosa Resort
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Other neighbourhoods around Sunshine Beach

Noosa Heads showing a sandy beach and tropical scenes

Noosa Heads

Travelers to Noosa Heads praise its stunning beaches. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to make a stop by Hastings Street and Noosa National Park.

Noosa Heads
Noosaville which includes general coastal views and a coastal town

Noosaville

Noosaville is known for its stunning river views, and you can see some sights in the area like Shorehaven Bushland Reserve and Lake Weyba.

Noosaville
Tewantin which includes a bay or harbor and general coastal views

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
Beautiful natural landscape.
#nature photo contest

Noosa North Shore

Travelers 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
Peregian Beach featuring a sandy beach

Peregian Beach

Peregian Beach is known for its pristine beaches, and you can make a stop by Peregian Beach and Lake Weyba while in the area.

Peregian Beach
Coolum Beach which includes a sandy beach and landscape views as well as a couple

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.

Coolum Beach

Sunshine Beach

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