Mackay Region

Travel Guide

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Where to stay in Mackay Region

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 Floodway Conservation Area.

Mackay Harbour
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 BB Print Stadium and Great Barrier Reef Arena.

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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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
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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
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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
Coral Cay Resort

Coral Cay Resort

4.5 out of 5
14-18 Nebo Rd, West Mackay, QLD
The price is ₩111,856 per night from Aug 10 to Aug 11
₩111,856
₩123,045 total
Aug 10 - Aug 11
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star business-friendly motel in Mackay. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (916 reviews)
"Great place to stay"

Reviewed on Jul 31, 2025

Coral Cay Resort
The Marco Polo

The Marco Polo

4 out of 5
46 Nebo Road, West Mackay, QLD
The price is ₩104,319 per night from Aug 28 to Aug 29
₩104,319
₩114,751 total
Aug 28 - Aug 29
includes taxes & fees
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! (677 reviews)
"Great overnight stay. The Itslian restaurant on site is booked way in advance , book ahead or you are eating in town . The room was great value for what I paid. Staff were awesome."

Reviewed on Jul 27, 2025

The Marco Polo
ibis Mackay

ibis Mackay

4 out of 5
Christensen Crescent, Mackay Airport, South Mackay, QLD
The price is ₩117,002 per night from Aug 30 to Aug 31
₩117,002
₩128,702 total
Aug 30 - Aug 31
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Mackay. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (527 reviews)
"You need to fix up how you have to drive through the airport to go round to the back of the parking cause it’s a pain when you have to drive through when people are getting dropped off or picked up from the airport"

Reviewed on Jul 7, 2025

ibis Mackay
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Pacific Sands Apartments

Pacific Sands Apartments

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! (426 reviews)
"Apartment was fine, heavily used though and some things were wornout or broken ( no knob on the ceiling fan switch, one window wouldn't close properly). But the staff were very friendly and the area was very quiet."

Reviewed on Apr 2, 2025

Pacific Sands 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! (434 reviews)
Great location and wonderful room
"We had a large spacious suite with an extensive balcony area. The staff were very nice and an issue with a tripped fuse was fixed quickly. However over the six nights the room was serviced once and we had to ask for supplies."

Reviewed on Jul 7, 2025

Riviera Mackay
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! (438 reviews)
"Amazing as usual we always stay here when we are in Mackay."

Reviewed on Jun 18, 2025

Lanai Riverside Apartments
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Popular places to visit

Finch Hatton Gorge waterfall - iPhone Xs max

Finch Hatton Gorge

Explore the great outdoors at Finch Hatton Gorge, a lovely green space in Finch Hatton. Discover the area's mountain views and sunsets.

Finch Hatton Gorge
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Lamberts Beach

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Lamberts Beach during your travels in Mackay?

Lamberts Beach

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

Mackay Marina Village & Shipyard

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

Harrup Park

Harrup Park is just one of the places to see in Mackay, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along this relaxing area's marina, or simply enjoy its cafes.

Harrup Park

Caneland Central

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

Cities near Mackay Region

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