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MAP
GOOGLE MAP
( 07-5474 2811;
www.noosariverretreat.com
;
243 Weyba Rd; studios from $120; )
Your buck
goes a long way at this orderly complex with spick, span and spacious units. There's a
central barbecue and laundry, and the corner spots are almost entirely protected by small,
native gardens; traffic can be noisy in other units.
Noosa Sun Motel
MAP
( 07-5474 0477;
www.noosasunmotel.com.au
;
131 Gympie Tce, Noosaville; r $130-220; )
Unin-
spiring from the outside, but what lies within is most unexpected: modern, spacious and
surprisingly stylish apartments replete with kitchenettes, free wi-fi and water views
(cheaper units overlook the garden). Within walking distance of loads of eateries and
shops.
APARTMENT
$$
Noosa Parade Holiday Inn
MAP
APARTMENT
$$
GOOGLE MAP
( 07-5447 4177;
www.noosaparadeholidayinn.com
; 51 Noosa Pde; r from $110; )
The apartments
are looking a little faded, but they're clean and comfortable, and a mere stroll from the
treats of Hastings St.
Islander Noosa Resort
MAP
RESORT
$$$
GOOGLE MAP
(
07-5440 9200;
www.islandernoosa.com.au
; 187 Gympie Tce; 2-/3-bedroom villas $210/260;
)
Set on 4 acres of tropical gardens, with a central tropical pool and wooden boardwalks
meandering through the trees, this resort is excellent value. It's bright and cheerful and
packs a cocktail-swilling, island-resort ambience that sits well with poolside idlers and
families alike. The onsite Moondoggy's Cafe-Bar (open from 7am to 6pm) is famous for
its breakfasts.
Emerald
( 07-5449 6100;
www.emeraldnoosa.com.au
;
42 Hastings St; 2-bedroom apt from $270; )
The
stylish Emerald has indulgent rooms bathed in ethereal white and sunlight. Expect clean,
crisp edges and exquisite furnishings. All apartments are fully self-contained, but ask for a
balcony with a view.
APARTMENT
$$$
