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A bar area with shelves of wine bottles and a rack of wine glasses.

1. ibis Mackay

ibis Mackay
4.0 star property
South Mackay
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (610 reviews)
"Great place to stay! Clean ,right beside airport and staff were so helpful! Good restsurant that did room delivery!all you need after a long day travelling!"
Australia
gail
The price is ₩139,501
₩153,451 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 18 - Sep 19
ibis Mackay
A two-story hotel with a white facade, balconies, and a sign indicating a motor inn with free fast check-in and 24-hour check-in.

2. White Lace Motor Inn

White Lace Motor Inn
4.0 star property
West Mackay, 1.8 km from South Mackay
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Great location. Manager is extremely helpful and one of the few places we’ve stayed that have gluten free items for breakfast."
Australia
Dale
The price is ₩106,644
₩117,308 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
White Lace Motor Inn
A swimming pool with a tiled deck, surrounded by palm trees and a building with balconies.

3. Mackay Resort Motel

Mackay Resort Motel
4.0 star property
West Mackay, 1.9 km from South Mackay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"The bed was amazing and far exceeded my expectations!! I look forward to staying again. Particularly when the restaurant reopens. Great location near the IGA and the hospital is an easy walk."
Australia
Melanie
The price is ₩125,108
₩137,624 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Mackay Resort Motel
A resort with a pool, palm trees, and a gazebo.

4. Shamrock Gardens Motel

Shamrock Gardens Motel
3.5 star property
West Mackay, 1.9 km from South Mackay
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (271 reviews)
"Great location and large rooms."
Australia
Stephen
The price is ₩149,361
₩164,297 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Shamrock Gardens Motel
A beach with a sandy shore and calm water.

5. Beachside Boutique Motel Mackay

Beachside Boutique Motel Mackay
3.0 star property
East Mackay, 1.5 km from South Mackay
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (167 reviews)
"Lovely motel in great location run by some very kind people!"
Australia
Justin
The price is ₩112,660
₩166,453 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Beachside Boutique Motel Mackay
A swimming pool area with lounge chairs and a covered patio.

6. Alara Motor Inn

Alara Motor Inn
3.5 star property
West Mackay, 1.9 km from South Mackay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (391 reviews)
"We liked the spacious room and that it was pet friendly and the staff were nice. It was very cold at night, an extra blanket would have been nice. But all in all a great place to stay."
Australia
Gabriele
The price is ₩122,769
₩135,043 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 25 - Sep 26
Alara Motor Inn
A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a nightstand, and a window with curtains.

7. Country Plaza Motor Inn

Country Plaza Motor Inn
4.0 star property
West Mackay, 2 km from South Mackay
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (338 reviews)
"Ideal location"
Australia
Maree
The price is ₩114,657
₩126,123 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Country Plaza Motor Inn
A hotel entrance with a sign reading "The Marco Polo Hotel," a flag, and a well-maintained lawn.

8. The Marco Polo

The Marco Polo
4.0 star property
West Mackay, 2 km from South Mackay
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (722 reviews)
"Perfect…be aware you are near the airport."
Australia
Marcus
The price is ₩127,309
₩140,040 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
The Marco Polo
A two-story building with a pool and outdoor seating area.

9. Shakespeare Motel

Shakespeare Motel
4.0 star property
1.9 km from South Mackay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (433 reviews)
"Nice property."
Australia
Joanne
The price is ₩122,287
₩134,516 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 15 - Sep 16
Shakespeare Motel
A spacious dining area with multiple tables and chairs, large windows, and hanging plants.

10. Coral Cay Resort

Coral Cay Resort
4.5 star property
West Mackay, 2 km from South Mackay
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (989 reviews)
"Great staff and clean room comfortable bed and pillows"
Australia
Angela
The price is ₩128,094
₩140,900 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Coral Cay Resort
A hotel room with a large bed, two smaller beds, a desk with a computer, and a ceiling fan.

11. Tropic Coast Motel

Tropic Coast Motel
3.5 star property
West Mackay, 2 km from South Mackay
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (386 reviews)
"We had a average short stop here. It was an easy check in, and the hotel was helpful in leaving us a key as we arrived after reception had closed. The room was great, just want we needed. It was well equipped and we parked right outside our room. Excellent."
United Kingdom
louise
The price is ₩112,680
₩123,948 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 14 - Sep 15
Tropic Coast Motel
A covered outdoor area with a metal railing, a grassy lawn, and a view of a body of water and trees.

12. Mid City Motor Inn

Mid City Motor Inn
3.5 star property
City Centre, 2.8 km from South Mackay
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (750 reviews)
"Good value, good location, lovely bloke running it."
Australia
John
The price is ₩118,604
₩130,462 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 14 - Sep 15
Mid City Motor Inn
A two-story building with a pool, outdoor seating, and palm trees.

13. Casa Nostra Motel Mackay

Casa Nostra Motel Mackay
4.0 star property
West Mackay, 2 km from South Mackay
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (116 reviews)
"All good for our stay. Convenient for our purpose. Reasonable tariff for a big sporting weekend in Mackay."
Australia
Ross
The price is ₩104,553
₩115,008 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Casa Nostra Motel Mackay
An outdoor patio area with a covered seating area, a table, and chairs.

14. Mackay Rose Motel

Mackay Rose Motel
3.0 star property
West Mackay, 2 km from South Mackay
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (186 reviews)
"Very clean rooms..pool area excellent & great parking space"
Australia
Dwayne
The price is ₩118,611
₩130,472 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Mackay Rose Motel
A modern hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a clear blue sky.

15. Mackay Oceanside Central Hotel

Mackay Oceanside Central Hotel
4.0 star property
East Mackay, 2.8 km from South Mackay
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (770 reviews)
"Love staying here. Lovely owners and great surroundings"
Australia
Jacinta
The price is ₩130,655
₩130,655 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Mackay Oceanside Central Hotel
A swimming pool with a hot tub, surrounded by a fenced patio area.

16. Sun Plaza Motel Mackay

Sun Plaza Motel Mackay
3.0 star property
West Mackay, 2 km from South Mackay
7.6 out of 10, Good, (431 reviews)
"Cheap and clean hekpful staff"
Australia
david
The price is ₩96,646
₩106,311 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 12 - Sep 13
Sun Plaza Motel Mackay
A hotel room with a bed, bedside lamps, a chair, and artwork on the wall.

17. International Lodge

International Lodge
3.5 star property
City Centre, 2.5 km from South Mackay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (372 reviews)
"Staff were friendly, room was clean and spotless. Would visit again :)"
Australia
Anonymous traveler
The price is ₩155,697
₩155,697 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 14 - Sep 15
International Lodge
An outdoor cafe area with tables and chairs, large windows, and red pillars.

18. Reef Resort Motel

Reef Resort Motel
4.0 star property
West Mackay, 2 km from South Mackay
7.6 out of 10, Good, (322 reviews)
"Friendly staff and clean room"
Australia
Dean
The price is ₩144,968
₩159,465 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 12 - Sep 13
Reef Resort Motel
A view from a window overlooking a body of water with distant landforms, surrounded by lush greenery.

19. Ocean International

Ocean International
3.0 star property
East Mackay, 1.5 km from South Mackay
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (305 reviews)
"Good place good location good service"
Australia
Joel
The price is ₩162,539
₩178,795 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Ocean International
A hotel room with two beds, a sitting area, a painting on the wall, and an air conditioning unit.

20. Miners Lodge Motor Inn

Miners Lodge Motor Inn
3.5 star property
West Mackay, 1.9 km from South Mackay
7.8 out of 10, Good, (359 reviews)
"Great stay and excellent people! Would stay again!!"
United States
Rebecca
The price is ₩104,377
₩114,815 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 26 - Sep 27
Miners Lodge Motor Inn
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Where to stay in South Mackay

Find the best South Mackay areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
A sunset over a coastal industrial area with silos and cranes.
Photo by Holly Webb
Open Photo by Holly Webb

Mackay Harbour

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

A swimming pool surrounded by palm trees and modern buildings.

City Centre

If you're spending some time in City Centre, Bluewater Lagoon and Caneland Central are top sights worth seeing.

A beach with palm trees, a small island, and a clear blue sky.

North Mackay

North Mackay is well-liked for its shopping. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Mackay area, you might plan a trip to Bluewater Lagoon or Caneland Central.

A coastal landscape with a large island surrounded by calm blue waters, featuring rocky outcrops and dense greenery.

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.

A beach at sunset with a clear sky, ocean waves, and palm trees.
Photo by Mark Fitz
Open Photo by Mark Fitz

Blacks Beach

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

Top South Mackay Hotel Reviews

Miners Lodge Motor Inn

Miners Lodge Motor Inn

8/10 Good
"Motel was clean and comfortable. .Has everything you need for your stay."
Leeanne 1-night trip
Posted 5 hours ago
Miners Lodge Motor Inn

Frequently asked questions

What is South Mackay like?
South Mackay is a welcoming neighborhood that travelers like for its beaches. Are you looking for South Mackay travel tips? Be sure to check out BB Print Stadium and Great Barrier Reef Arena while you're in the neighborhood.
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When you want to find places to stay in Mackay, start by booking one of Expedia's 5 hotels and other accommodations in South Mackay.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in South Mackay, will I receive a refund?
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What is there to do in this Mackay neighborhood?
BB Print Stadium, Great Barrier Reef Arena, and Mackay Basketball Stadium are just a few attractions to check out in South Mackay. A visit to Illawong Beach is also worth the trip while you're discovering the neighborhood. A few places to visit in the area around South Mackay include Far Beach, Town Beach, and Artspace Mackay. While you're out sightseeing, Ken Burgess Orchid House and Mackay Regional Botanic Gardens are a couple of additional sights to visit in Mackay.