Lake Macdonald
Sunshine Coast
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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
The Sunshine Coast: The Ginger Factory Tour & Tasting
$12
per adult
Surf Safari & Beach 4WD Day Tour (Noosa to Double Island Point)
$80
per adult
Noosa Ocean & Dolphin Adventures: on board Thriller
$60
per adult
Ginger Factory and Nutworks Return Bus Transfer: Sunshine Coast
$32
per adult
Lake Macdonald Hotel Deals
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sunshine Coast by IHG
42 First Avenue and Fairway Drive Maroochydore QLD
$104 nightly
The price is $115 total per night from Jan 26 to Jan 27
$115 total
Jan 26 - Jan 27
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sunshine Coast. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (903 reviews)
A reasonable express hotel. The free breakfast was good, top floor had good views, and top floor facilities such as the pool / fitness room / $2 laundry were much appreciated. WiFi issues were sorted quickly when asked. However, there was also some confusion from staff around the process for parking ...
Reviewed on Jan 6, 2026
RACV Noosa Resort
94 Noosa Drive Noosa Heads QLD
$190 nightly
The price is $208 total per night from Jan 28 to Jan 29
$208 total
Jan 28 - Jan 29
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this 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! (1,763 reviews)
Well setup for families with great pool area, games room, soft play etc. Buffet breakfast was nice, otherwise the food was average. King suite was comfy and spacious, but kitchen was too basic to cook in. Overall great for families and staff very friendly.
Reviewed on Dec 30, 2025
Novotel Sunshine Coast Resort
270 Ocean Drive, Sunshine Coast Twin Waters QLD
$125 nightly
The price is $137 total per night from Jan 28 to Jan 29
$137 total
Jan 28 - Jan 29
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this 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! (1,005 reviews)
Amazing amenities and great staff
Reviewed on Jan 4, 2026
Ramada By Wyndham Marcoola Beach
923 David Low Way Marcoola QLD
$121 nightly
The price is $134 total per night from Jan 22 to Jan 23
$134 total
Jan 22 - Jan 23
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this 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 ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,003 reviews)
Amazing grounds, huge pool and right on a beautiful beach. The area is not too crowded even at peak travel period so you get a lovely stretch of beach all to yourself. There are also some lovely cafes across the road as well as a decent restaurant on site. The rooms are fairly dated and a bit basic. ...
Reviewed on Jan 5, 2026
Noosa Lakes Resort
3 Hilton Terrace Tewantin QLD
$231 nightly
The price is $231 total per night from Jan 8 to Jan 9
$231 total
Jan 8 - Jan 9
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this aparthotel in Sunshine Coast. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,729 reviews)
Lovely resort, the bedroom upstairs was too hot to sleep in, we ended up sleeping on the lounge room. Nice pool with bbq facilities and short walk to Tewantin.
Reviewed on Dec 14, 2025
South Pacific Resort & Spa Noosa
179 Weyba Road Noosaville QLD
$182 nightly
The price is $182 total per night from Feb 1 to Feb 2
$182 total
Feb 1 - Feb 2
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this spa aparthotel in Sunshine Coast. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 4 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9/10 Wonderful! (995 reviews)
Stayed with family and we all had seperate apartments and loved that each place had a different vibe.
Reviewed on Jan 1, 2026
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 neighborhoods around Lake Macdonald
Noosaville
Noosaville is known for its stunning river views, and you can see some sights in the area like Shorehaven Bushland Reserve and Keyser Island Conservation Park.
Noosa North Shore
Travelers like the beaches in Noosa North Shore, and Beach Road Nature Reserve 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 Hastings Street and Noosa National Park.
Sunshine Beach
Sunshine Beach is known for its beaches, and you can plan a trip to Sunshine Beach Village Shops and Alexandria Bay Track Trailhead 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 Coolum Beach or Peregian Beach might round out your trip.
Lake Macdonald
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