Lake Macdonald
Sunshine Coast
Visit Lake Macdonald
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
Everglades Explorer - Noosa Everglades Tour
The Sunshine Coast: The Ginger Factory Tour & Tasting
Eumundi Markets Bus Transfer: Mooloolaba Sunshine Coast & Noosa
Ginger Factory and Nutworks Return Bus Transfer: Sunshine Coast
Surf Safari & Beach 4WD Day Tour (Noosa to Double Island Point)
Top hotels in Lake Macdonald
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sunshine Coast by IHG
They had a wield check in. The girl who checked us in was also mixing drinks at the attached bar. It made for a longer process than was necessary. I noticed later that more staff were present. The short term parking area was small and very busy. I drove around the block 3 times before getting a spot. ...
Reviewed on Jan 7, 2026
RACV Noosa Resort
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
Amazing amenities and great staff
Reviewed on Jan 4, 2026
Ramada By Wyndham Marcoola Beach
The amenities are exceptional
Reviewed on Jan 6, 2026
Noosa Lakes Resort
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
Great location, hotel amenities and room was well appointed and maintained. 4 pools meant not overcrowded even though resort had lots of guests. Good transport available to Noosa Heads. Supermarket and cafes, restaurants in walking distance. All staff were polite and helpful
Reviewed on Jan 5, 2026
Other neighbourhoods 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 Ed Webb 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 Coolum Beach or Peregian Beach might round out your trip.
