Mackay is surrounded by 31 white sandy beaches, some as close as five minutes from the town centre. There’s the popular Harbour Beach, which is patrolled year-round and Town, Eimeo and Blacks Beaches which are all perfect for swimming, fishing and walks.
The town of Mackay is full of interesting shopping, dining and entertainment options, colourful markets and a lively arts scene. See the Mackay Region Botanical Gardens, observe the rare and fascinating flora of the Central Queensland Coast and learn about local history and exciting projects on the horizon for the gardens.
The impressive Mackay Marina Village lies just five minutes drive north of the city centre.
A meal or drinks at one of a growing number of restaurants lining the marina esplanade is a must for anyone visiting the city. Dine alfresco to soak up the sunshine, whilst enjoying superb views across the marina and nearby islands.
Beyond Mackay
Beyond the city limits stretch the glorious coastlines of the Hibiscus Coast and Laguna to the north, and the Serenity Coast to the south – don’t miss sunset on the beach with the kangaroos at Cape Hillsborough! Enjoy swimming and boating in the warm tropical waters or sink a line in the superb fishing creeks and bays.
An hour west of Mackay, is Eungella National Park and Pioneer Valley, Australia’s longest, oldest stretch of sub-tropical rainforest, ranging over 51,700 hectares.
The Eungella National Park has 22 kilometres of bushwalking tracks, plus the Mackay Highlands Great Walk, which offer access with varying degrees of difficulty and breathtaking views. The Eungella area has self contained, cabin, motel, caravan sites and national park camping.
Mackay Accommodation
Mackay has many great hotels and resorts, perfect of a romantic getaway, weekend escape or family vacation. Click through the list below to check availability and pricing.
Lakeside Deck House
From $144
Family Friendly Holiday Home
From $220
Reef Resort Motel
From $68
Mackay Rose Motel
From $75
Seabreeze Hotel Mackay
From $75
White Lace Motor Inn
From $76
The Windmill Motel and Events Centre
From $76
Shakespeare Motel
From $76
Country Plaza Motor Inn
From $76
Ibis Mackay
From $77
Mackay Oceanside Central Hotel
From $83
Dolphin Heads Resort
From $85
Best Western Marco Polo Mackay
From $85
Mackay Resort Motel
From $95
Direct Hotels - Pacific Sands
From $95
Ocean View Resort Apartment Mackay
From $99
Alara Motor Inn
From $103
Mantra Mackay
From $105
Riviera Mackay
From $106
Oaks Carlyle
From $108
Mackay Motels and Accommodation
Accommodation in and around Mackay is as varied as this diverse region. There are many great places for you to stay on your holiday, from beachside units to quaint B&B’s, the options are endless.
Bel Air Motel
10 Nebo Rd Mackay QLD 4740
Telephone: (07) 4951 3658
Best Western Reef Resort
166 – 170 Nebo Rd Mackay QLD 4740
Telephone: (07) 4951 1555
Bona Vista Motel
Malcolmson Rd Mackay QLD 4740
Telephone: (07) 4942 2211
BreakFree Ko Huna Beach Resort
The Esplanade Bucasia Beach Mackay QLD 4740
Telephone: (07) 4969 7575
City Gates Motel
9 Broadsound Rd Mackay QLD 4740
Telephone: (07) 4952 1255
Cool Palms Motel
4 Nebo Rd Mackay QLD 4740
Telephone: (07) 4957 5477
Coral Sands Motel
44 Macalister St Mackay QLD 4740
Telephone: (07) 4951 1244
Country Plaza Motor Inn
40 Nebo Rd Mackay QLD 4740
Telephone: (07) 4957 6329
El Toro Motel
14 Nebo Rd Mackay QLD 4740
Telephone: (07) 4951 2722
Gorries Motel
186 Nebo Rd Mackay QLD 4740
Telephone: (07) 4952 2033
HiWay Motel Apartments
Nebo Rd Mackay QLD 4740
Telephone: (07) 4952 1800
International Lodge Motel
40 Macalister St Mackay QLD 4740
Telephone: (07) 4951 1022
Mackay Motor Inn
208 Nebo Rd Mackay QLD 4740
Telephone: (07) 4952 2822
Mia Mia Motel
191 Nebo Rd Mackay QLD 4740
Telephone: (07) 4952 1466
Mid City Motor Inn
2 Macalister St Mackay QLD 4740
Telephone: (07) 4951 1666
Milton Motel
Cnr Milton & George Sts Mackay QLD 4740
Telephone: (07) 4951 1377
Miners Lodge Motor Inn
60 Nebo Rd Mackay QLD 4740
Telephone: (07) 4951 1944
Northview Motel
Cnr Bruce Hwy & Phillips St Mackay QLD 4740
Telephone: (07) 4942 1077
Ocean International Hotel
1 Bridge Rd Illawong Beach Mackay QLD 4740
Telephone: (07) 4957 2044
Paradise Lodge Motel
19 Peel St Mackay QLD 4740
Telephone: (07) 4951 3644
Pioneer Villa Motel
30 Nebo Rd Mackay QLD 4740
Telephone: (07) 4951 1288
Shakespeare International
309 Shakespeare St Mackay QLD 4740
Telephone: (07) 4953 1111
Star Motel
175 Nebo Rd Mackay QLD 4740
Telephone: (07) 4952 2444
Sugar City Motel
66 Nebo Rd Mackay QLD 4740
Telephone: (07) 4951 2877
Sun Plaza Motel
35 Nebo Rd Mackay QLD 4740
Telephone: (07) 4951 2688
Victor Motel
158 Nebo Rd Mackay QLD 4740
Telephone: (07) 4951 1888
White Lace Motor Inn
73 Nebo Rd Mackay QLD 4740
Telephone: (07) 4951 4466
Boomerang Hotel
South Nebo Rd Mackay QLD 4740
Telephone: (07) 4952 1755
Metropolitan Hotel
Cnr Gordon & Carlyle Sts Mackay QLD 4740
Telephone: (07) 4957 2802
Whitsunday International Hotel
176 Victoria St Mackay QLD 4740
Telephone: (07) 4957 2811
Whitsunday Waters Resort
Beach Rd Dolphin Heads Mackay QLD 4740
Telephone: (07) 4954 9666
Cape Hillsborough Resort
Cape Hillsborough National Park Mackay QLD 4740
Telephone: (07) 4959 0152
Coral Cay Resort Motor Inn
16-18 Nebo Rd Mackay QLD 4740
Telephone: (07) 4957 7677
Halliday Bay Resort
Seaforth Mackay QLD 4740
Telephone: (07) 4959 0121
Palm Bay Whitsunday Hideaway
PMB 28 Long Island Mackay QLD 4740
Telephone: (07) 4946 9233
Mackay Caravan Parks
Camping and caravan parks offer the opportunity for you to stay in many great locations.
Premier Caravan Park
152 Nebo Rd Mackay QLD 4740
Telephone: (07) 4957 6976
Seawinds Caravan Park
Blacks Beach Mackay QLD 4740
Telephone: (07) 4954 9334
Andergrove Caravan Park
Beaconsfield Rd Mackay QLD 4740
Telephone: (07) 4942 4922
Beach Tourist Park
Petrie St Illawong Beach Mackay QLD 4740
Telephone: (07) 4957 4021
Bucasia Beachfront Caravan Park
Esplanade Bucasia Beach Mackay QLD 4740
Telephone: (07) 4954 6375
Central Caravan Park
15 Malcomson St Mackay QLD 4740
Telephone: (07) 4957 6141
