The Kin Kin Hotel

Just 35 minutes from Noosa, The Kin Kin Hotel is a beautifully restored heritage country pub that has become one of the Noosa hinterland’s standout destinations.

Home to a welcoming public bar, leafy beer garden, regular live music, creative workshops and exceptional paddock-to-plate dining, it’s the sort of place where a morning coffee effortlessly becomes a long lunch before drifting into afternoon cocktails.

In The Woodshed, Michelin-trained Head Chef Oscar Holgado cooks an entirely wood-fired seven-course degustation that has earned finalist status in the 2026 Gourmet Traveller Restaurant Awards for Best Destination Dining.

Whether you’re exploring the hinterland’s scenic drives and trails or simply settling in for an unforgettable meal, The Kin Kin Hotel is a destination well worth the detour.

WHY WE LOVE IT

1. Beautifully restored heritage pub that combines, design, hospitality and excellent local produce, it has become one of the Noosa Hinterland’s must-visit destinations.
2. Entirely wood-fired degustation by Michelin-trained Head Chef Oscar Holgado.
3. Open from 8am serving barista coffee and home-made bread, cakes and pastries from the in-house bakery.
4. It’s so much more than a pub. It’s made for lingering over long lunches and slow country afternoons, with creative workshops, live music and a calendar of events celebrating food, art and craftsmanship.
5. The perfect hinterland base for exploring scenic drives, walking trails, local makers, markets and the best of the Noosa region.