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Mackay Hotel Guide. Hotels in Dolphin Heads, Mackay, Australia

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Our top choices for Dolphin Heads hotels

A resort with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a bar area.

1. The Resort @ Dolphin Heads

The Resort @ Dolphin Heads
3.5 star property
Dolphin Heads
7.4 out of 10, Good, (512 reviews)
"Beautiful position lovely staff but very dated"
Australia
Stephen
The price is €95
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
The Resort @ Dolphin Heads
A well-maintained grassy area with palm trees, sun loungers, and a view of the ocean at sunset.

2. Comfort Resort Blue Pacific

Comfort Resort Blue Pacific
3.5 star property
Blacks Beach, 1.5 km from Dolphin Heads
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (122 reviews)
"Great location and hotel."
Australia
Ben
The price is €127
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Comfort Resort Blue Pacific
A wooden deck with a lounge chair and a table, a book, and a bottle of wine.

3. BIG4 Mackay Blacks Beach Holiday Park

BIG4 Mackay Blacks Beach Holiday Park
4.0 star property
Blacks Beach, 1.6 km from Dolphin Heads
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (47 reviews)
"Great location. Kids loved the pool"
Australia
Emily
The price is €152
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
BIG4 Mackay Blacks Beach Holiday Park
A couple fishing on a beach during sunset.

4. Mackay Seabreeze Apartments

Mackay Seabreeze Apartments
4.0 star property
Slade Point, 6 km from Dolphin Heads
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (523 reviews)
"Great staff, very helpful!"
Australia
Justin
The price is €101
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Mackay Seabreeze Apartments
A swimming pool with a water feature, surrounded by palm trees and lounge chairs.

5. Mantra Mackay

Mantra Mackay
4.0 star property
Mackay Harbour, 9.1 km from Dolphin Heads
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (876 reviews)
"It was a lovely location overlooking the harbour with a few restaurants within easy walking distance. Downtown Mackay was a simple short drive away. The room was a good size, spacious and clean. Having a little kitchenette was ideal. I would stay here again."
Australia
Andrea Christine
The price is €104
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Mantra Mackay
An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a ceiling fan, and string lights.

6. Windmill Motel and Events Centre

Windmill Motel and Events Centre
4.0 star property
Mount Pleasant, 10.1 km from Dolphin Heads
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (767 reviews)
"Excellent stay - very clean"
Australia
Tammara
The price is €106
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Windmill Motel and Events Centre
A water park with a central fountain, multiple water jets, and a child playing.

7. Discovery Parks - Mackay

Discovery Parks - Mackay
2.5 star property
Mackay Harbour, 8.6 km from Dolphin Heads
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (227 reviews)
"Love everything about our stay. Perfect location and we were able to have our furbaby Tuggy with us. Can't wait to come back again soon"
Australia
Katrina
The price is €88
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Discovery Parks - Mackay
A two-story motel with a red roof and a signboard advertising the motel.

8. Motel Northview Mackay

Motel Northview Mackay
3.5 star property
Mount Pleasant, 9.5 km from Dolphin Heads
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (136 reviews)
"Great stay. Staff were very friendly and welcoming. The room was clean and spacious. Would go again"
Australia
Anonymous traveller
The price is €77
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Motel Northview Mackay
A beach with a sandy shore and calm water.

9. Beachside Boutique Motel Mackay

Beachside Boutique Motel Mackay
3.0 star property
East Mackay, 14 km from Dolphin Heads
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (164 reviews)
"Had a comfy relaxing stay 🙂"
Australia
Derek
The price is €115
includes taxes & fees
10 Sept - 11 Sept
Beachside Boutique Motel Mackay
A multi-story hotel with balconies, large windows, and a prominent sign.

10. Quest Mackay on Gordon

Quest Mackay on Gordon
4.5 star property
City Centre, 11.7 km from Dolphin Heads
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (490 reviews)
"It was delightful to stay afterall"
Australia
Shuk Fun
The price is €113
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Quest Mackay on Gordon
A covered outdoor area with a metal railing, a grassy lawn, and a view of a body of water and trees.

11. Mid City Motor Inn

Mid City Motor Inn
3.5 star property
City Centre, 11.1 km from Dolphin Heads
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (747 reviews)
"Good value, good location, lovely bloke running it."
Australia
John
The price is €83
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Mid City Motor Inn
A modern hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a clear blue sky.

12. Mackay Oceanside Central Hotel

Mackay Oceanside Central Hotel
4.0 star property
East Mackay, 12.3 km from Dolphin Heads
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (767 reviews)
"Love staying here. Lovely owners and great surroundings"
Australia
Jacinta
The price is €78
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Mackay Oceanside Central Hotel
A swimming pool surrounded by palm trees and a clear sky.

13. Central Tourist Park

Central Tourist Park
2.5 star property
North Mackay, 9.5 km from Dolphin Heads
6.2 out of 10, (115 reviews)
"The property was good looking and amenities need to increase like at least one small handwash and one small soap can be provided to the Visitors. Staff needs to be very responding and quick in services."
Australia
Md Bahar
The price is €68
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Central Tourist Park
A hotel with outdoor seating and a sign for Great Northern Brewing Co.

14. Kooyong Hotel

Kooyong Hotel
2.5 star property
North Mackay, 9.9 km from Dolphin Heads
6.8 out of 10, (230 reviews)
"Clean Room Kind helpful staff!"
Australia
Vaughn
The price is €58
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Kooyong Hotel
A balcony with a table, chairs, and a vase with white flowers.

15. Oaks Mackay Rivermarque Hotel

Oaks Mackay Rivermarque Hotel
4.0 star property
City Centre, 11.1 km from Dolphin Heads
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (588 reviews)
"“Great stay overall. The room was very clean and tidy, the staff were friendly and helpful, and the breakfast was good with plenty of options. The kitchen facilities were handy and everything was well maintained. Would definitely stay again.”"
Australia
DAVID
The price is €123
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Oaks Mackay Rivermarque Hotel
A bar area with shelves of wine bottles and a rack of wine glasses.

16. ibis Mackay

ibis Mackay
4.0 star property
South Mackay, 15.4 km from Dolphin Heads
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (607 reviews)
"Great location to be so close to airport - good services available"
Australia
Melissa
The price is €96
includes taxes & fees
12 Sept - 13 Sept
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.

17. White Lace Motor Inn

White Lace Motor Inn
4.0 star property
West Mackay, 12.7 km from Dolphin Heads
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (999 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 €81
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
White Lace Motor Inn
A swimming pool area with lounge chairs and a covered patio.

18. Alara Motor Inn

Alara Motor Inn
3.5 star property
West Mackay, 12.5 km from Dolphin Heads
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (390 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 €86
includes taxes & fees
12 Sept - 13 Sept
Alara Motor Inn
A swimming pool with a tiled deck, surrounded by palm trees and a building with balconies.

19. Mackay Resort Motel

Mackay Resort Motel
4.0 star property
West Mackay, 13.1 km from Dolphin Heads
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,008 reviews)
"Great room, quiet, comfortable and clean. We couldn't rate the staff as we didn't see them on our one night stay, but we had everything we needed."
Australia
Ron
The price is €79
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Mackay Resort Motel
A hotel entrance with a sign reading "The Marco Polo Hotel," a flag, and a well-maintained lawn.

20. The Marco Polo

The Marco Polo
4.0 star property
West Mackay, 12.4 km from Dolphin Heads
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (722 reviews)
"Perfect…be aware you are near the airport."
Australia
Marcus
The price is €87
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept
The Marco Polo
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Where to stay in Dolphin Heads

Find the best Dolphin Heads areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A beach with waves at sunset, rocks, and a colorful sky.
Photo by Mark Fitz
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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

While visiting City Centre, you might make a stop by sights like Bluewater Lagoon and Caneland Central.

A coastal landscape with a beach, ocean, and distant industrial structures.

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.

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.

Top Dolphin Heads Hotel Reviews

Mackay Resort Motel

Mackay Resort Motel

10/10 Excellent
"Amazingly fitted out smoking area. Rarely find 1 with chairs, let alone comfy chairs, thank you!!"
Jo 1-night trip
Posted 18 hours ago
Mackay Resort Motel

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Dolphin Heads?
Dolphin Heads is a neighbourhood that travellers like for its seaside, gardens and restaurants.
What's a favourite place to stay in Dolphin Heads?
Based on our traveller data, The Resort @ Dolphin Heads is one of the top choices for your stay in Dolphin Heads. This hotel offers 3 outdoor pools and a restaurant. Other good options for your stay in the neighbourhood include Beachfront Living and Luxury Beach Front Studio.
How many hotels will I find in the Dolphin Heads area?
When you want to find places to stay in Mackay, start by booking one of Expedia's 7 hotels and other accommodation options in Dolphin Heads.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Dolphin Heads, will I receive a refund?
Yes! The majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view the top deals on offer in Dolphin Heads.
What is there to do in this Mackay neighbourhood?
A few places to visit in the area around Dolphin Heads include Eimeo Beach, Bucasia Beach and Hibiscus Shopping Centre. Blacks Beach Park and Northern Beaches Central Shopping Centre are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Mackay.

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