Mackay

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Cape Hillsborough National Park showing cuddly or friendly animals and a sunset
Cape Hillsborough National Park featuring a sunset and general coastal views as well as a couple
Cape Hillsborough National Park showing a sandy beach, general coastal views and landscape views
Cape Hillsborough National Park showing cuddly or friendly animals

Where to stay in Mackay

Out on the southern break wall over looking the sugar stacks as the sun sets.

Mackay Harbour

Mackay Harbour is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Mackay Marina Village & Shipyard and Harbour Beach.

Mackay Harbour
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Dolphin Heads

Dolphin Heads is well-liked for its restaurants and gardens. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, Eimeo Beach and Bucasia Beach are some interesting sights nearby to check out.

Dolphin Heads
Looking out from the Illawong beach resort. One of many beach resorts in the area

South Mackay

South Mackay is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Harrup Park and BB Print Stadium.

South Mackay
The magnificent orchid

North Mackay

Travelers like the shopping in North Mackay, and Mackay Regional Botanical Gardens is a top attraction you might want to visit.

North Mackay
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Blacks Beach

Visitors to Blacks Beach enjoy its beaches, and if you want to do some exploring, Blacks Beach Park is worth a stop.

Blacks Beach
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West Mackay

West Mackay is noteworthy for its bars, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Pioneer Valley and Mackay Regional Botanic Gardens.

West Mackay
Mackay Oceanside Central Hotel
Mackay Oceanside Central Hotel
4 out of 5
2C East Gordon Street, East Mackay, QLD
The price is SAR 285 per night from Dec 29 to Dec 30
SAR 285
SAR 285 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Dec - 30 Dec
Stay at this 4-star motel in Mackay. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (616 reviews)
"Clean, spacious , smooth late check in."

Reviewed on 24 December 2024

Mackay Oceanside Central Hotel
The Marco Polo
The Marco Polo
4 out of 5
46 Nebo Road, West Mackay, QLD
The price is SAR 289 per night from Jan 5 to Jan 6
SAR 289
SAR 318 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 January 2025
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Mackay. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and dry cleaning or laundry services. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (598 reviews)
"I normally stay at the Oaks or Mantra but i will be back to the Marco Polo it was very roomy and felt homely. It was queit with easy parking and value for money"

Reviewed on 22 December 2024

The Marco Polo
Quest Mackay on Gordon
Quest Mackay on Gordon
4.5 out of 5
27 Gordon Street, Mackay, QLD
The price is SAR 371 per night from Dec 29 to Dec 30
SAR 371
SAR 411 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Dec - 30 Dec
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Mackay. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (371 reviews)
Excellent stay in great central location
"Excellent stay. Great, quick check-in. Secure parking available. Room and bathroom both spacious and clean. Bed was very comfortable. Very quiet and good sleep. Room safe. Kitchen with oven top, microwave, fridge, toaster, saucepans etc. Tea and coffee. Shower had good hot water and pressure. Great ..."

Reviewed on 22 December 2024

Quest Mackay on Gordon
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Property Vine - Pacific Sands
Property Vine - Pacific Sands
4.5 out of 5
3 Kirribilli Avenue, East Mackay, QLD
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Mackay. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (420 reviews)
"Everything was fine"

Reviewed on 25 October 2024

Property Vine - Pacific Sands
Lanai Riverside Apartments
Lanai Riverside Apartments
4.5 out of 5
20 River Street, Mackay, QLD
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Mackay. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (419 reviews)
All good
"Clean and comfy - what was needed..."

Reviewed on 17 December 2024

Lanai Riverside Apartments
Riviera Mackay
Riviera Mackay
4 out of 5
5 - 7 Nelson St, Mackay, QLD
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Mackay. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the property condition ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (421 reviews)
"There was a bad smell in main Bathroom, very strong, The main Bedroom A/C didn’t get cold. The other rooms a/c good. Stain on floor & wall. The picture of the kitchen they show with IPad not true & bathroom amenities with L’occitane Not true. Other then that close to Canland shopping centre & eateries ..."

Reviewed on 8 December 2024

Riviera Mackay
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Popular places to visit

Mackay Base Hospital

Though Mackay Base Hospital might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of Mackay while you are here.

Mackay Base Hospital

Harrup Park

4/5(1 review)

Explore the great outdoors at Harrup Park, a lovely green space in Mackay. Stroll along this relaxing area's marina, or simply enjoy its cafes.

Harrup Park

Mackay Marina Village & Shipyard

4/5(3 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Mackay with a trip to Mackay Marina Village & Shipyard. While in this relaxing area, you can enjoy the cafes.

Mackay Marina Village & Shipyard

Bluewater Lagoon

4.5/5(4 reviews)

Bring your family to Bluewater Lagoon and have a fun-filled day at this amusement park in Mackay. Wander around the gardens in this relaxing area, or simply enjoy its cafes.

Bluewater Lagoon

Caneland Central

4.5/5(3 reviews)

During your trip to Mackay, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Caneland Central. Stroll along this family-friendly area's marina, or simply enjoy its cafes.

Caneland Central

Mount Pleasant Shopping Centre

4.5/5(6 reviews)

You can enjoy retail therapy at Mount Pleasant Shopping Centre during your visit to Mackay. Stroll along this relaxing area's marina, or simply enjoy its cafes.

Mount Pleasant Shopping Centre

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