Queensland's Best Accommodation

Noosa Heads

On my recent travels, I went back to Noosa Heads.  This is my favourite beach resort in Queensland, if not Australia (with Mooloolaba second and Manly in Sydney third.)

There are great restaurants on Hastings Street, including some overlooking the beach.  (Bistro C is my favourite.)  The beach is not too large, the water is warm, and the waves are perfect.  In the afternoon, we boat or paddle on the Noosa River, or walk in Noosa National Park.

Whatever you do, look first at accommodation on Hastings Street.  Otherwise, you may be too far from the beach and restaurants.  (Take care - the new Outrigger is on Little Hastings Street, which is not Hastings Street.)   I recommend speaking with an independent agent, such as Richardson & Wrench on Hastings Street.  They have a bunch of places on their books, and only deal with quality properties.

My favourite is an apartment on Lagana on Hastings (same complex as Sebel Noosa), overlooking the river.  See below.  I have stayed twice, and each time has been a perfect vacation.  Recently, they have upgraded the TVs, so that there are now two flat screens (living room and bedroom), plus free wireless Internet.  And a heated pool and a spa.

Mooloolaba Beachfront Accommodation

I recently travelled around South East Queensland, and on my trip I stayed at Oceans Mooloolaba.  This is a private apartment complex, located on Mooloolaba Esplanade.  All apartments have ocean views.  There are two bedroom and three bedroom apartments.  It is a luxury building, and all apartments have lavish furniture.  There is a beautiful pool, gym and wireless internet.  A short walk to the surfing beach, and all the best places to eat are just downstairs.  It is the only five star resort in this area.  I strongly recommend Oceans Mooloolaba.