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Our top choices for Great Barrier Reef Arena hotels

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Ocean International

Ocean International
3.0 star property
East Mackay, 1.3 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (300 reviews)
"Amazing staff and always a clean spotless room"
Australia
Hayley
The price is €110
includes taxes & fees
3 Apr - 4 Apr
Ocean International
Lake

Quest Mackay on Gordon

Quest Mackay on Gordon
4.5 star property
City Centre, 1.8 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (458 reviews)
"Great place to stay, very quiet and clean"
Australia
Bevan
The price is €106
includes taxes & fees
26 Apr - 27 Apr
Quest Mackay on Gordon
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Shamrock Gardens Motel

Shamrock Gardens Motel
3.5 star property
West Mackay, 2.2 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (265 reviews)
"Clean, lovely, friendly staff, nice pool, great spot "
Australia
Greg
The price is €96
includes taxes & fees
19 Apr - 20 Apr
Shamrock Gardens Motel
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International Lodge

International Lodge
3.5 star property
City Centre, 2 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (361 reviews)
"Nice clean room easy keysafe access"
Australia
Tangimetua
The price is €84
includes taxes & fees
21 Apr - 22 Apr
International Lodge
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Mackay Resort Motel

Mackay Resort Motel
4.0 star property
West Mackay, 2.1 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (997 reviews)
"The room was clean, close to everything."
Australia
Neville
The price is €86
includes taxes & fees
22 Apr - 23 Apr
Mackay Resort Motel
Pub, al fresco dining, open daily

ibis Mackay

ibis Mackay
4.0 star property
South Mackay, 2 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (575 reviews)
"Friendly staff, great location nice breakfast!"
Australia
Pia
The price is €90
includes taxes & fees
17 Apr - 18 Apr
ibis Mackay
Beach

Riviera Mackay

Riviera Mackay
4.0 star property
City Centre, 2.3 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (452 reviews)
"As always i enjoy my stay here. "
South Africa
Guy
The price is €117
includes taxes & fees
19 Apr - 20 Apr
Riviera Mackay
Restaurant

Coral Cay Resort

Coral Cay Resort
4.5 star property
West Mackay, 1.9 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (960 reviews)
"My husban and I have stayed here a few times before and is always a great stay. Staff are fantastic and friendly. Coral Cay resort is our go to for when we need an overnight stay while travelling. "
Australia
Jacqueline
The price is €87
includes taxes & fees
17 Apr - 18 Apr
Coral Cay Resort
Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Country Plaza Motor Inn

Country Plaza Motor Inn
4.0 star property
West Mackay, 1.9 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (319 reviews)
"Clean but noisy guests during the night."
Australia
Samantha
The price is €72
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr
Country Plaza Motor Inn
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The Marco Polo

The Marco Polo
4.0 star property
West Mackay, 1.9 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (710 reviews)
"Staff courteous room clean very spacious "
Australia
Nicole
The price is €85
includes taxes & fees
17 Apr - 18 Apr
The Marco Polo
Front of property

White Lace Motor Inn

White Lace Motor Inn
4.0 star property
West Mackay, 1.9 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (970 reviews)
"parking was easy"
Australia
Douglas
The price is €76
includes taxes & fees
19 Apr - 20 Apr
White Lace Motor Inn
Outdoor dining

MainStay Suites Mackay

MainStay Suites Mackay
4.5 star property
City Centre, 2 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (203 reviews)
"Great amenities close to everything. Great staff"
Australia
Anne
The price is €137
includes taxes & fees
17 Apr - 18 Apr
MainStay Suites Mackay
Family Room

Tropic Coast Motel

Tropic Coast Motel
3.5 star property
West Mackay, 2.1 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (373 reviews)
"Yes. The whole room was spot on. Staff very very friendly "
Australia
Michael
The price is €77
includes taxes & fees
5 Apr - 6 Apr
Tropic Coast Motel
King Standard with Bath

Coral Sands Motel

Coral Sands Motel
3.5 star property
City Centre, 1.9 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (565 reviews)
"Room was spotless and host was very friendly and courteous Close to all types of eating venues Enjoyed our stay"
Australia
Karen
The price is €82
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr
Coral Sands Motel
Standard King | View from room

Mid City Motor Inn

Mid City Motor Inn
3.5 star property
City Centre, 2.3 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (721 reviews)
"yes"
Australia
Ron
The price is €70
includes taxes & fees
4 Apr - 5 Apr
Mid City Motor Inn
Outdoor pool

Mackay Rose Motel

Mackay Rose Motel
3.0 star property
West Mackay, 2.2 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (173 reviews)
"Location was very central. Room was very basic but clean "
Australia
Barb
The price is €81
includes taxes & fees
27 Apr - 28 Apr
Mackay Rose Motel
Lunch and dinner served

The Metropolitan Hotel

The Metropolitan Hotel
3.0 star property
City Centre, 1.8 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena
7.8 out of 10, Good, (110 reviews)
"The staff were excellent. Spoke to the girls at the bar and they went out of their way to help. Top service, well done."
Australia
Andrew
The price is €82
includes taxes & fees
26 Apr - 27 Apr
The Metropolitan Hotel
2 Bedroom Corporate Unit, Garden View

Miners Lodge Motor Inn

Miners Lodge Motor Inn
3.5 star property
West Mackay, 1.9 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena
7.8 out of 10, Good, (343 reviews)
"It felt like home!"
Australia
Doug
The price is €64
includes taxes & fees
4 Apr - 5 Apr
Miners Lodge Motor Inn
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Sun Plaza Motel Mackay

Sun Plaza Motel Mackay
3.0 star property
West Mackay, 1.9 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena
7.6 out of 10, Good, (410 reviews)
"Staff excellent, clean, nice pool"
Australia
Alan
The price is €66
includes taxes & fees
10 Apr - 11 Apr
Sun Plaza Motel Mackay
BBQ/picnic Area

Paradise Lodge Motel

Paradise Lodge Motel
2.5 star property
City Centre, 2 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena
7.0 out of 10, Good, (72 reviews)
"Clean room, amazing mattress and pillows, close parking for trailer, great staff, close to shops. "
Australia
Adam
The price is €77
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr
Paradise Lodge Motel
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Compare popular hotels close to Great Barrier Reef Arena

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
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Ocean International
3.0 star property
8.8
Excellent
300 reviews
View
Lake
Quest Mackay on Gordon
4.5 star property
9.2
Wonderful
458 reviews
View
Exterior
Shamrock Gardens Motel
3.5 star property
9.2
Wonderful
265 reviews
View
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International Lodge
3.5 star property
9.0
Wonderful
361 reviews
View
Exterior
Mackay Resort Motel
4.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
997 reviews
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Top Great Barrier Reef Arena Hotel Reviews

Mid City Motor Inn

Mid City Motor Inn

6/10 Okay
"Breakfast was good Our room needed some renovations in the bathroom Needed to ask for soap and toilet paper "
Sandra 5-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Mid City Motor Inn

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4.4/5 (154 reviews)
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Mackay Basketball Stadium

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Great Barrier Reef Arena?
Great Barrier Reef Arena is located in Mackay. Travellers like this welcoming area for its beaches. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 14 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
Where is the best place to stay close to Great Barrier Reef Arena?
Located a short 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Great Barrier Reef Arena, Shakespeare Motel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data. Other good choices within a few miles include Mackay Oceanside Central Hotel and Coral Cay Resort.
How many hotels can I expect to find near Great Barrier Reef Arena?
Expedia has 14 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Great Barrier Reef Arena.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Great Barrier Reef Arena, will I receive a refund?
Yes, you'll find most hotel bookings are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before check in. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view the top deals on offer near Great Barrier Reef Arena.
What can I see and do near Great Barrier Reef Arena?
You can wander around Ken Burgess Orchid House, Jubilee Park or Mackay Regional Botanic Gardens if you want a dose of fresh air. Dip your toes in the water at Far Beach, Town Beach and Illawong Beach. Create some family memories at Bluewater Lagoon and Mackay Leisure Centre.