Parklands Travel Guide
Sunshine Coast
Popular places to visit
Hastings Street
During your visit to Sunshine Coast, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Hastings Street. Amble around this romantic area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Noosa Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Noosa Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Sunshine Coast. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Mooloolaba Esplanade
During your visit to Sunshine Coast, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Mooloolaba Esplanade. Wander the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area.
Mooloolaba Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Mooloolaba Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Sunshine Coast. Stroll along the seaside or visit the spas in this family-friendly area.
Bulcock Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Bulcock Beach during your travels in Sunshine Coast? Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
SEA LIFE Sunshine Coast Aquarium
Make time to visit the sea life at SEA LIFE Sunshine Coast Aquarium during your holiday to Sunshine Coast. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Top hotels in Parklands
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sunshine Coast by IHG
Great location. A short walk to shops and Sunshine Plaza. Paid $20.00 for on site overnight parking. Staff friendly and helpful. Breakfast provided was a great start for the day :)
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Ramada By Wyndham Marcoola Beach
Friendly staff, gym, beautiful pool area, restaurant on site. Only complaints were broken hair dryer and no complimentary coffee.
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
Novotel Sunshine Coast Resort
Everyone and everything excellent
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Mercure Sunshine Coast Kawana Waters
Shower drain couldn't keep up with water and flooded the bathroom. Had to use towels to stop water exiting bathroom floor onto carpet.
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
Oaks Sunshine Coast Oasis Resort
Water park was fun for the kids. Pool area was relaxing. Buffet breakfast and dinners were also a highlight.
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Landmark Resort
Great room - clean tidy and all amenities needed Checkin was quick and easy The position was perfect and central to everything xx We will be regulars ❤️❤️
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Parklands
Marcoola
The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Marcoola. A stop by Marcoola Beach or Yaroomba Beach might round out your trip.
Mount Coolum
You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Mount Coolum. You might want to make time for a stop at Mt Coolum Golf Club or Mount Coolum National Park.
Twin Waters
Twin Waters is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Twin Waters Golf Club and Yaroomba Beach 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.
Buderim
Buderim is noteworthy for its spas, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Buderim Forest Park Nature Refuge and Buderim Pines Bushland Conservation Reserve.
Maroochydore
Maroochydore is known for its beaches, and you can plan a trip to Maroochydore Beach and Sunshine Plaza while you're in town.
