Federal
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

Sunshine Coast: Amaze World All-Day Entry Ticket
Federal Hotel Deals

RACV Noosa Resort
Fantastic
Reviewed on May 3, 2026

Royal Mail Hotel
Very clean and tidy, extras like cereal and chocolate complimentary. Great food and staff
Reviewed on May 2, 2026

Peppers Noosa Resort and Villas
Great villa Would definitely return
Reviewed on Apr 23, 2026

The Islander Noosa Resort
Older style resort. Some things in the room didnt work. Kids enjoyed the pool and spas. Central location to river and cafes and shops.
Reviewed on May 4, 2026

Coolum Budget Accommodation
Clean good location very comfortable bed
Reviewed on May 10, 2026

Elysium Noosa Resort - MGallery Collection
Beautiful property close to the beach and other attractions. The room was very nicely appointed and very comfortable bed. They made a mistake at check out trying to charge me a consumption I had not made from the mini bar but they solved it quickly and apologized.
Reviewed on May 5, 2026
Other neighborhoods around Federal

Noosaville
Noosaville is known for its stunning river views, and you can see some sights in the area like Keyser Island Conservation Park and Lake Weyba.

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 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 Noosa National Park and Laguna Lookout.

Sunshine Beach
Sunshine Beach is known for its beaches, and you can plan a trip to Sunshine Beach Village Shops and Noosa National Park while you're in town.

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.

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.


