Hotels in Mackay, Australia

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Mackay, QLD, Australia
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Popular hotels in Mackay

Discover well-known properties in Mackay that are favoured by visitors more than others. There are 158 hotels in Mackay and price data was last updated on 19 March 2024. The average price for a hotel in Mackay is $170/night.
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14-18 Nebo Road, Mackay, QLD, Australia
This modern resort in Mackay provides complimentary wireless internet, as well as a sauna and an outdoor pool. It is conveniently positioned for those wishing to discover the area's attractions.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
8.0
Excellent
797 reviews
Location
1.2 km from city centre
9 Gregory Street, Mackay, QLD, Australia
Situated in Mackay, Rydges Mackay Suites is an easy drive from Greenmount and features an indoor pool. It also offers free public parking on site and is a 10-minute drive from Flat Top Island Light and Stadium Mackay.
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
7.8
Good
1027 reviews
Location
0.2 km from city centre
Mackay Harbour, Mackay, QLD, Australia
This comfortable hotel in Mackay provides complimentary Wi-Fi, as well as an outdoor pool and a Jacuzzi. A short walk from Pine Islet Light, it offers comfortable rooms equipped with a private balcony, a coffee maker and a kitchenette.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
8.3
Excellent
885 reviews
Location
5.4 km from city centre
3 Kirribilli Avenue, Mackay, QLD, Australia
Boasting an outdoor pool, Direct Hotels - Pacific Sands is situated in Mackay and provides comfortable accommodation. There is also a fitness centre with a swimming pool.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
7.5
Good
1680 reviews
Location
2.3 km from city centre
2c East Gordon Street, Mackay, QLD, Australia
Located in Mackay, Mackay Oceanside Central Hotel is a short drive from Pine Islet Light and provides free private parking on site. It has a fitness centre, as well as an express check-in and check-out feature, babysitting/child services and an outdoor pool.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
7.9
Good
1179 reviews
Location
2.2 km from city centre
73 Nebo Road, Mackay, QLD, Australia
This comfortable inn in Mackay offers free wireless internet, as well as an outdoor pool and a kids pool. It also provides free public parking on site and is within a 10-minute drive of Flat Top Island Light, the Forgan Bridge and Stadium Mackay.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
8.1
Excellent
1548 reviews
Location
1.8 km from city centre
154 Nebo Road, Mackay, QLD, Australia
Situated in Mackay, the motel is within a 10-minute drive of Stadium Mackay and provides free private parking on site. It also offers an express check-in and check-out feature, an outdoor pool and meeting rooms.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
8.3
Excellent
973 reviews
Location
2.2 km from city centre
46 Nebo Road, Mackay, QLD, Australia
Boasting an outdoor pool, a sauna and a Jacuzzi, The Marco Polo is situated in Mackay and offers comfortable accommodation. It also provides an express check-in and check-out feature, babysitting/child services and meeting rooms.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
8.5
Excellent
437 reviews
Location
1.5 km from city centre
52 Nebo Road, Mackay, QLD, Australia
Boasting an outdoor pool and a Jacuzzi, Alara Motor Inn is located in Mackay and offers comfortable accommodation. It also provides an express check-in and check-out feature, meeting rooms and a kids pool.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
8.7
Excellent
1195 reviews
Location
1.5 km from city centre
60-62 Nebo Road, Mackay, QLD, Australia
This comfortable motel in Mackay provides complimentary Wi-Fi, as well as a swimming pool and an outdoor pool. It features comfortable rooms with an en suite bathroom and a kitchenette.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
6.9
Good
518 reviews
Location
1.6 km from city centre

Tips for booking hotels in Mackay

Gain useful insights and advice for booking the perfect stay in Mackay. Price data is based on averages over the past 12 months and was last updated on 19 March 2024.
Cheapest month:October
Most expensive month:September
Average price in Mackay:$170/night
Cheapest price found:$17/night
Cheapest day:Sunday
Most expensive day:Monday
$156 - $206
Average price per night / 3-star hotel. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.
$143 - $201
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Top-rated Mackay hotels

Browse through properties in Mackay that have received the highest ratings from guests. There are currently 158 properties in Mackay and data was last updated on 19 March 2024.
Our users rated these hotels as some of the best places to stay in Mackay. Narrow down your search by reading user reviews, hotel descriptions, and amenities.
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55-63 River Street, Mackay, QLD, Australia
0.4 km from city centre
$165
Avg. per night
Christensen Crescent, Mackay, QLD, Australia
3.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$116
Avg. per night
309 Shakespeare Street, Mackay, QLD, Australia
0.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$123
Avg. per night
166-170 Nebo Road, Mackay, QLD, Australia
2.4 km from city centre
Parking
$122
Avg. per night
19 Peel Street, Mackay, QLD, Australia
0.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Airport shuttle
$93
Avg. per night

Cheapest hotels in Mackay, Australia

Discover affordable stays in Mackay that provide a quality experience without breaking the bank. Hotels in Mackay can be found for as low as $90 per night. There is currently one property in Mackay that can be booked for this price. Mcguire's CBD Hotel is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in Mackay. Price data was last updated on 19 March 2024
These Mackay properties charge the lowest price per night of those we've come across. Prices can differ depending on the dates selected, so use the search form to browse more options if you have flexibility.
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17 Wood Street, Mackay, QLD, Australia
0.5 km from city centre
$90
Avg. per night
35 Nebo Road, Mackay, QLD, Australia
1.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$91
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6 Beach Road, Mackay, QLD, Australia
11.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$98
Avg. per night
1 Harbour Road, Mackay, QLD, Australia
1.8 km from city centre
Parking
Air conditioning
$99
Avg. per night
4 Nebo Road, Mackay, QLD, Australia
1.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$109
Avg. per night
164 Nebo Road, Mackay, QLD, Australia
2.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$111
Avg. per night
2 Macalister Street, Mackay, QLD, Australia
0.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$113
Avg. per night
44 Macalister Street, Mackay, QLD, Australia
0.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$113
Avg. per night

Hotel prices in Mackay

Get a sense of the average price and most popular properties to stay in Mackay to help you budget for your trip accordingly. Hotels that are booked the most in each class receive the “Most popular” badge. Hotels with the “Best value” badge are the most popular hotels in Mackay at attractive prices. Price data was last updated on 19 March 2024.
Hotels located in the Mackay area sorted by price and hotel class. We've highlighted the most popular properties according to our users as well as the best value within each hotel class.
2 stars
2 stars and under
4 Nebo Road, Mackay, QLD, Australia
17 Wood Street, Mackay, QLD, Australia
3 stars
3 stars
2 Macalister Street, Mackay, QLD, Australia
44 Macalister Street, Mackay, QLD, Australia
35 Nebo Road, Mackay, QLD, Australia
4 stars
4 stars +
Christensen Crescent, Mackay, QLD, Australia
14-18 Nebo Road, Mackay, QLD, Australia
2c East Gordon Street, Mackay, QLD, Australia

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Other accommodations in Mackay

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5 - 7 Nelson Street, Mackay, QLD, Australia
0.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$219
Avg. per night
34 Sydney Street, Mackay, QLD, Australia
0.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
$32
Avg. per night

Where to stay in Mackay

Explore different neighbourhoods and areas within Mackay to find the perfect location for your stay. Map data was last updated on 19 March 2024.
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About Mackay

A subtropical city near the Great Barrier Reef, Mackay boasts an array of offshore islands and colourful reefs that are perfect for snorkelling or scuba diving. The Pioneer River meanders past the city’s Art Deco architecture, palm-tree lined streets and quaint waterfront cafes.

Things to do in Mackay

If you’re on a family Mackay holiday, take the kids to Bluewater Lagoon, a water park with a splash zone, multiple pools and thrilling waterslides. Town Beach is ideal for swimming, kiteboarding or taking an afternoon walk on the soft sands. Along with its majestic sunrises, Town Beach backs onto Iluka Park, which has picnic spots and a playground.

Head across Forgan Smith Bridge to North Mackay and grab a lunch of fresh seafood and cocktails while admiring million-dollar yachts at Mackay Marina. From the marina, you can organise Great Barrier Reef sightseeing and fishing cruises. If you prefer to stay on land, venture over to Harbour Beach and grab a beer at the Mackay Surf Lifesaving Club, which overlooks the Coral Sea.

Wander around Mackay’s historic city centre and admire the heritage facades that now house award-winning restaurants, family-owned boutiques and cosy cafes. Coco Cubano Mackay treats you to Cuban-style cuisine in a bar-lounge setting with leather lounges and a funky soundtrack.

Do you have time for a day trip? Make sure you drive to Eungella National Park, about 1.5 hours away. It’s one of the best spots in Australia for seeing platypus in the wild, but also offers Indigenous heritage, peaceful hiking trails and scenic lookouts with beautiful countryside views.

Getting around Mackay

You can easily walk around Mackay’s compact city centre, but it’s best to use taxis or the local Mackay Transit Coaches bus services to visit the northern beaches and harbour. If you plan on exploring more of the region outside the city, hire a car from Mackay Airport, about 10 minutes from the CBD.

Facts about staying in Mackay

Find useful tips and insights about staying in Mackay to help you make the most of your experience. FAQs were last updated on 19 March 2024.
  • What is the best place in Mackay for bars and restaurants?

    If you’re looking to book hotels in Mackay, you can find some great deals through HotelsCombined, especially when it comes to hotels that are close to all the best eateries in town. Check out Quest Mackay on Gordon, a stylish 4-star hotel, or for those on a budget, there’s Gecko’s Rest; both of these are located in the centre of Mackay, close to some great restaurants. You’ll be able to walk to the highly regarded Fusion128, a steakhouse and fusion restaurant that is a favourite amongst locals and tourists alike, while Sorbello’s Italian Restaurant is just down the road and has some great reviews. You can find these places and more around Gordon Street and Victoria Street, close to the south bank of the Pioneer River.

  • What is the best place for a family holiday in Mackay?

    When it comes to planning a holiday in Australia for the family, Mackay in Queensland is a great place to consider. Mackay hotels that are family friendly and great places to stay in the area include Mackay Oceanside Central Hotel and Coral Cay Resort. Mackay accommodation like this frequently has families stay, with child-friendly swimming pool facilities, family rooms and kids’ menus available. The city itself has a wide range of areas that are fit to stay in, with central areas as well as the east coast side being very suitable. Museums such as Art Space are great for both adults and children, while the Bluewater Lagoon near the banks of Pioneer River is a great place for children, with multiple pools and waterslides for hours of fun in the sun. Of course, the area itself has some popular beaches, such as the city’s Harbour Beach.

  • What are the best things to do and see in Mackay?

    If you’re wondering about the best things to do in Mackay, you’ll realise very quickly it’s a great place to explore beaches, local nature spots, the ocean and, of course, the Great Barrier Reef. There are, in fact, 31 different beaches in the area, so you’re spoilt for choice on that front, while the city itself has plenty of Art Deco buildings to admire and museums, cafes and restaurants to try out. It doesn’t stop there, with nearby rainforests filled with local wildlife. If you’re looking to do a bit of everything, accommodation in Mackay like that of the Direct Hotel – Pacific Sands is a great option, being close to the coast but not far from the central areas of the city.

  • What are the best places to stay in Mackay for beaches?

    You’ll see that one of the best things to see in Mackay is its array of impressive beaches, and with so many to pick from, you won’t get tired of visiting a different one each day. There are many hotels you can check out through HotelsCombined that can accommodate the combination of a comfortable stay with the proximity to scenic beaches. In particular, one should check out Econo Lodge Beachside, in the south area of the city. Just outside the city, in the north, you can find hotels like Mantra Mackay, in the Mackay Harbour area; even further north, Dolphin Heads Resort and Ocean View Resort Apartments are located in the area of Dolphin Heads.

  • What are the best hotels in Mackay?

    Ibis Mackay is a very popular hotel in Mackay, with a score of 8.2 from 1,503 reviews. Cool Palms Motel (8.0 from 990 reviews) and Coral Sands Motel (7.9 from 1,188 reviews) are also highly rated Mackay hotels based on recent feedback from HotelsCombined users.

  • How much do hotels in Mackay cost?

    Hotels in Mackay cost an average of $177/night, according to HotelsCombined data in the last 72 hours.

  • How much is a cheap hotel in Mackay?

    HotelsCombined users have found cheap hotels in Mackay starting from $87 per night in the last 3 days.

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