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Our top choices for Ooralea hotels

A beach with a sandy shore and calm water.

1. Beachside Boutique Motel Mackay

Beachside Boutique Motel Mackay
3.0 star property
East Mackay, 5.7 km from Ooralea
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (177 reviews)
"Great stay"
Australia
Pamela
The price is €108
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Beachside Boutique Motel Mackay
A bar area with shelves of wine bottles and a rack of wine glasses.

2. ibis Mackay

ibis Mackay
4.0 star property
South Mackay, 3.9 km from Ooralea
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (616 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 €89
includes taxes & fees
11 Dec - 12 Dec
ibis Mackay
A restaurant with a wooden bar, multiple tables, and chairs.

3. Boomerang Motor Hotel

Boomerang Motor Hotel
3.0 star property
West Mackay, 2.1 km from Ooralea
7.0 out of 10, Good, (210 reviews)
"Staff were very helpful- food was great - parking great"
Australia
Joanne
The price is €62
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
Boomerang Motor Hotel
A two-story building with a pool and outdoor seating area.

4. Shakespeare Motel

Shakespeare Motel
4.0 star property
5.3 km from Ooralea
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (440 reviews)
"Clean, spacious, quiet.parking was good."
Australia
Frank
The price is €86
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Shakespeare Motel
A swimming pool with a tiled deck, surrounded by palm trees and a building with balconies.

5. Mackay Resort Motel

Mackay Resort Motel
4.0 star property
West Mackay, 3.6 km from Ooralea
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"Great location and comfortable rooms"
Australia
Craig
The price is €92
includes taxes & fees
19 Nov - 20 Nov
Mackay Resort Motel
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.

6. White Lace Motor Inn

White Lace Motor Inn
4.0 star property
West Mackay, 4.1 km from Ooralea
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Nice property for a one night stop."
Australia
Desmond
The price is €80
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
White Lace Motor Inn
A swimming pool area with lounge chairs and a covered patio.

7. Alara Motor Inn

Alara Motor Inn
3.5 star property
West Mackay, 4.3 km from Ooralea
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (395 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
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Alara Motor Inn
A hotel room with a large bed, two smaller beds, a desk with a computer, and a ceiling fan.

8. Tropic Coast Motel

Tropic Coast Motel
3.5 star property
West Mackay, 3.6 km from Ooralea
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (390 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 €79
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Tropic Coast Motel
A covered outdoor area with a metal railing, a grassy lawn, and a view of a body of water and trees.

9. Mid City Motor Inn

Mid City Motor Inn
3.5 star property
City Centre, 6.3 km from Ooralea
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (756 reviews)
"Good value, good location, lovely bloke running it."
Australia
John
The price is €71
includes taxes & fees
11 Dec - 12 Dec
Mid City Motor Inn
A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a nightstand, and a window with curtains.

10. Country Plaza Motor Inn

Country Plaza Motor Inn
4.0 star property
West Mackay, 4.4 km from Ooralea
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (338 reviews)
"Ideal location"
Australia
Maree
The price is €83
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Country Plaza Motor Inn
A two-story building with a pool, outdoor seating, and palm trees.

11. Casa Nostra Motel Mackay

Casa Nostra Motel Mackay
4.0 star property
West Mackay, 4.5 km from Ooralea
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (122 reviews)
"Exceptionally clean and comfortable bed."
Australia
Jenni
The price is €73
includes taxes & fees
25 Nov - 26 Nov
Casa Nostra Motel Mackay
A view from a window overlooking a body of water with distant landforms, surrounded by lush greenery.

12. Ocean International

Ocean International
3.0 star property
East Mackay, 5.7 km from Ooralea
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (309 reviews)
"Good place good location good service"
Australia
Joel
The price is €98
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Ocean International
A hotel entrance with a sign reading "The Marco Polo Hotel," a flag, and a well-maintained lawn.

13. The Marco Polo

The Marco Polo
4.0 star property
West Mackay, 4.3 km from Ooralea
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (725 reviews)
"This place was great! The staff were very helpful"
Australia
Casey
The price is €95
includes taxes & fees
20 Nov - 21 Nov
The Marco Polo
A two-story motel with a red roof and a signboard advertising the motel.

14. Motel Northview Mackay

Motel Northview Mackay
3.5 star property
Mount Pleasant, 6.9 km from Ooralea
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (137 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
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Motel Northview Mackay
A spacious dining area with multiple tables and chairs, large windows, and hanging plants.

15. Coral Cay Resort

Coral Cay Resort
4.5 star property
West Mackay, 4.7 km from Ooralea
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"A nice room to stay in for work"
Australia
Adrien
The price is €90
includes taxes & fees
11 Dec - 12 Dec
Coral Cay Resort
A bar area with a digital screen displaying a score of 77, a brick wall with greenery, and a bar counter with stools.

16. The Metropolitan Hotel

The Metropolitan Hotel
3.0 star property
City Centre, 6.3 km from Ooralea
7.8 out of 10, Good, (126 reviews)
"Very friendly helpful staff"
Australia
Shelley
The price is €84
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
The Metropolitan Hotel
A resort with a pool, palm trees, and a gazebo.

17. Shamrock Gardens Motel

Shamrock Gardens Motel
3.5 star property
West Mackay, 3.4 km from Ooralea
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (273 reviews)
"Great location and large rooms."
Australia
Stephen
The price is €105
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Shamrock Gardens Motel
A modern hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a clear blue sky.

18. Mackay Oceanside Central Hotel

Mackay Oceanside Central Hotel
4.0 star property
East Mackay, 7.1 km from Ooralea
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (777 reviews)
"Friendly staff and clean room"
Australia
Elena-Lea
The price is €80
includes taxes & fees
4 Dec - 5 Dec
Mackay Oceanside Central Hotel
A modern kitchen with a central island, a dining area with chairs, and a view of the outdoors.

19. Pacific Sands Apartments

Pacific Sands Apartments
4.5 star property
East Mackay, 7.1 km from Ooralea
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (484 reviews)
"Great location for a beach walk and good undercover parking =)"
Australia
Sam
The price is €100
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Pacific Sands Apartments
An outdoor patio area with a covered seating area, a table, and chairs.

20. Mackay Rose Motel

Mackay Rose Motel
3.0 star property
West Mackay, 3.5 km from Ooralea
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (187 reviews)
"Very clean rooms..pool area excellent & great parking space"
Australia
Dwayne
The price is €89
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Mackay Rose Motel
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Compare popular hotels in Ooralea

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A beach with a sandy shore and calm water.
Beachside Boutique Motel Mackay
3.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
177 reviews
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A bar area with shelves of wine bottles and a rack of wine glasses.
ibis Mackay
4.0 star property
8.8
Excellent
616 reviews
View
A two-story building with a pool and outdoor seating area.
Shakespeare Motel
4.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
440 reviews
View
A swimming pool with a tiled deck, surrounded by palm trees and a building with balconies.
Mackay Resort Motel
4.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,004 reviews
View
A resort with a pool, palm trees, and a gazebo.
Shamrock Gardens Motel
3.5 star property
9.2
Wonderful
273 reviews
View

Where to stay in Ooralea

Find the best Ooralea areas 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 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 Great Barrier Reef Arena and BB Print Stadium.

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, clear blue sea, and lush greenery.

Dolphin Heads

The restaurants and gardens are a few reasons travellers visit Dolphin Heads. Want to see more of the surrounding area? Eimeo Beach and Bucasia Beach are a few top sights nearby.

A coastal landscape with a sandy beach, ocean waves, and a sunset sky.
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 Ooralea Hotel Reviews

Mackay Oceanside Central Hotel

Mackay Oceanside Central Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Enjoyed it and was really impressed with it"
Jale 2-night trip
Posted 12 hours ago
Mackay Oceanside Central Hotel

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Ooralea?
Travellers will be sure to find plenty to entertain them in Mackay's Ooralea neighbourhood. Consider a visit to Ooralea Racecourse as part of your Ooralea travel plans.
Where is the best place to stay in Ooralea?
Based on our traveller data, Beautiful & Peaceful Room in Ooralea – Private Queen Room is one of the top choices for your stay in Ooralea. This B&B offers a fitness centre and laundry facilities. Other good choices for your stay in the neighbourhood include Family Friendly Holiday Home 2 night min and Family-friendly holiday home.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Ooralea, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 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 a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review top deals in Ooralea.
What are the top things to see and do in Ooralea?
Ooralea Racecourse is an attraction you might want to check out while you're in Ooralea. Mackay Leisure Centre and Mackay Regional Botanic Gardens are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Mackay.