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

Mackay Hotel Guide. Hotels in South Mackay, Mackay, Australia

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Our top choices for South Mackay hotels

A bar area with shelves of wine bottles and a rack of wine glasses.

1. ibis Mackay

ibis Mackay
4.0 star property
South Mackay
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (614 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 €103
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
ibis Mackay
A beach with a sandy shore and calm water.

2. Beachside Boutique Motel Mackay

Beachside Boutique Motel Mackay
3.0 star property
East Mackay, 1.5 km from South Mackay
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (174 reviews)
"Lovely motel in great location run by some very kind people!"
Australia
Justin
The price is €87
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
Beachside Boutique Motel Mackay
A swimming pool with a tiled deck, surrounded by palm trees and a building with balconies.

3. Mackay Resort Motel

Mackay Resort Motel
4.0 star property
West Mackay, 1.9 km from South Mackay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Nice motel. Clean, quiet and we had a restful few nights stay on Mackay."
Australia
Steven
The price is €77
includes taxes & fees
17 Oct - 18 Oct
Mackay Resort Motel
A two-story building with a pool and outdoor seating area.

4. Shakespeare Motel

Shakespeare Motel
4.0 star property
1.9 km from South Mackay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (437 reviews)
"Nice property."
Australia
Joanne
The price is €87
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
Shakespeare 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.

5. White Lace Motor Inn

White Lace Motor Inn
4.0 star property
West Mackay, 1.8 km from South Mackay
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Nice property for a one night stop."
Australia
Desmond
The price is €81
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
White Lace Motor Inn
A spacious dining area with multiple tables and chairs, large windows, and hanging plants.

6. Coral Cay Resort

Coral Cay Resort
4.5 star property
West Mackay, 2 km from South Mackay
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (998 reviews)
"Great staff and clean room comfortable bed and pillows"
Australia
Angela
The price is €91
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Coral Cay Resort
A multi-story hotel with balconies, large windows, and a prominent sign.

7. Quest Mackay on Gordon

Quest Mackay on Gordon
4.5 star property
City Centre, 2.3 km from South Mackay
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (497 reviews)
"Value for money. Good place to stay."
Australia
Veronica
The price is €119
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Quest Mackay on Gordon
A resort with a pool, palm trees, and a gazebo.

8. Shamrock Gardens Motel

Shamrock Gardens Motel
3.5 star property
West Mackay, 1.9 km from South Mackay
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (273 reviews)
"Great location and large rooms."
Australia
Stephen
The price is €106
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
Shamrock Gardens Motel
A view from a window overlooking a body of water with distant landforms, surrounded by lush greenery.

9. Ocean International

Ocean International
3.0 star property
East Mackay, 1.5 km from South Mackay
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (308 reviews)
"Good place good location good service"
Australia
Joel
The price is €115
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
Ocean International
A hotel room with a large bed, two smaller beds, a desk with a computer, and a ceiling fan.

10. Tropic Coast Motel

Tropic Coast Motel
3.5 star property
West Mackay, 2 km from South Mackay
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (388 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 €80
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Tropic Coast Motel
A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a nightstand, and a window with curtains.

11. Country Plaza Motor Inn

Country Plaza Motor Inn
4.0 star property
West Mackay, 2 km from South Mackay
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (338 reviews)
"Ideal location"
Australia
Maree
The price is €90
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Country Plaza Motor Inn
A hotel entrance with a sign reading "The Marco Polo Hotel," a flag, and a well-maintained lawn.

12. The Marco Polo

The Marco Polo
4.0 star property
West Mackay, 2 km from South Mackay
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (724 reviews)
"This place was great! The staff were very helpful"
Australia
Casey
The price is €90
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
The Marco Polo
A modern hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a clear blue sky.

13. Mackay Oceanside Central Hotel

Mackay Oceanside Central Hotel
4.0 star property
East Mackay, 2.8 km from South Mackay
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (773 reviews)
"Beautiful view."
Australia
Katelyn
The price is €79
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Mackay Oceanside Central Hotel
An outdoor patio area with a covered seating area, a table, and chairs.

14. Mackay Rose Motel

Mackay Rose Motel
3.0 star property
West Mackay, 2 km from South Mackay
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (187 reviews)
"Very clean rooms..pool area excellent & great parking space"
Australia
Dwayne
The price is €90
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Mackay Rose Motel
A covered outdoor area with a metal railing, a grassy lawn, and a view of a body of water and trees.

15. Mid City Motor Inn

Mid City Motor Inn
3.5 star property
City Centre, 2.8 km from South Mackay
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (754 reviews)
"Good value, good location, lovely bloke running it."
Australia
John
The price is €84
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Mid City Motor Inn
A two-story building with a pool, outdoor seating, and palm trees.

16. Casa Nostra Motel Mackay

Casa Nostra Motel Mackay
4.0 star property
West Mackay, 2 km from South Mackay
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (118 reviews)
"All good for our stay. Convenient for our purpose. Reasonable tariff for a big sporting weekend in Mackay."
Australia
Ross
The price is €74
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Casa Nostra Motel Mackay
A swimming pool area with lounge chairs and a covered patio.

17. Alara Motor Inn

Alara Motor Inn
3.5 star property
West Mackay, 1.9 km from South Mackay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (393 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 €87
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Alara Motor Inn
A hotel room with two beds, a sitting area, a painting on the wall, and an air conditioning unit.

18. Miners Lodge Motor Inn

Miners Lodge Motor Inn
3.5 star property
West Mackay, 1.9 km from South Mackay
7.8 out of 10, Good, (365 reviews)
"Staff were friendley"
Australia
David
The price is €74
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Miners Lodge Motor Inn
A bar area with a digital screen displaying a score of 77, a brick wall with greenery, and a bar counter with stools.

19. The Metropolitan Hotel

The Metropolitan Hotel
3.0 star property
City Centre, 2.4 km from South Mackay
7.8 out of 10, Good, (124 reviews)
"Very friendly helpful staff"
Australia
Shelley
The price is €84
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
The Metropolitan Hotel
A modern kitchen with a central island, a dining area with chairs, and a view of the outdoors.

20. Pacific Sands Apartments

Pacific Sands Apartments
4.5 star property
East Mackay, 2.8 km from South Mackay
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (482 reviews)
"Great location for a beach walk and good undercover parking =)"
Australia
Sam
The price is €107
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Pacific Sands Apartments
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Where to stay in South Mackay

Find the best South Mackay areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about South Mackay
Learn more about South Mackay
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 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.

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 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 South Mackay Hotel Reviews

White Lace Motor Inn

White Lace Motor Inn

10/10 Excellent
"Room very clean and staff welcoming upon arrival. Even though motel is on main highway, did not hear any traffic noise from room. Great breakfast provided (continental). Many convenience foods and hotels nearby."
Rebecca 2-night trip
Posted 22 hours ago
White Lace Motor Inn

Frequently asked questions

What is South Mackay like?
South Mackay is a welcoming neighbourhood that travellers like for its beaches. Are you looking for South Mackay travel tips? Make sure that you visit Great Barrier Reef Arena and BB Print Stadium while you're in the neighbourhood.
Where is the best place to stay in South Mackay?
Based on our traveller data, ibis Mackay is one of the top choices for your stay in South Mackay. This hotel offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. Other good options for your stay in the neighbourhood include Ocean Breeze - The Perfect Getaway and Charming Coastal Home in South Mackay.
How many hotels will I be able to find in South Mackay?
When you want to find places to stay in Mackay, start by booking one of Expedia's 5 hotels and other accommodation options in South Mackay.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in South Mackay, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most room reservations are refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your arrival date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review top deals in South Mackay.
What is there to do in this Mackay neighbourhood?
Great Barrier Reef Arena, BB Print Stadium and Mackay Basketball Stadium are just a few attractions to check out in South Mackay. A visit to Illawong Beach is also worth the trip while you're discovering the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around South Mackay include Far Beach, Town Beach and Artspace Mackay. While you're out sightseeing, Ken Burgess Orchid House and Mackay Regional Botanic Gardens are a couple of additional sights to visit in Mackay.

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