Popular places to visit
Water Bird Habitat Conservation Area
Explore the great outdoors at Water Bird Habitat Conservation Area, a lovely green space in Mackay. Stroll along the area's marina or simply enjoy its restaurants.
Mackay Leisure Centre
Bring the children to Mackay Leisure Centre and have a fun-filled day at this theme park in Mackay. Stroll along this relaxing area's marina or simply enjoy its cafes.
Mackay Base Hospital
If Mackay Base Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Mackay.
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.
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.
Caneland Central
During your trip to Mackay, you can do some window-shopping at Caneland Central. Stroll along this family-friendly area's marina or simply enjoy its cafes.
Things to do
Mackay: Finch Hatton Gorge Hike, Swim & Platypus Adventure
Top hotels in Paget
Illawong Beach Resort
Very close to beach, but price was a bit on the high side for age and condition of unit we had.
Reviewed on 4 Oct 2023
White Lace Motor Inn
Fridge was turned off & door open with a wet towel on the floor
Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025
Coral Cay Resort
Awesome
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
Mid City Motor Inn
Location.
Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025
ibis Mackay
Great staff and amenities
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025
Quest Mackay on Gordon
The room was comfortable. The pool was nice and the staff were all exceptional. Thanks for the great stay!
Reviewed on 10 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Paget
Bakers Creek
Travellers like the golf courses in Bakers Creek, and Black Springs Golf Club is a top attraction you might want to visit.
South Mackay
South Mackay is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Mackay Basketball Stadium and Great Barrier Reef Arena.
Ooralea
Ooralea might not have many top sights, but Mackay Leisure Centre and Ooralea Racecourse are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
West Mackay
West Mackay is noteworthy for its bars, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Mackay Regional Botanic Gardens and Pioneer Valley.
East Mackay
Unique features of East Mackay include the restaurants and beaches. Make a stop by Town Beach or Ken Burgess Orchid House while you're exploring the area.
City Centre
While visiting City Centre, you might make a stop by sights like Bluewater Lagoon and Caneland Central.
