City Centre

Mackay

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Popular places to visit

Water Bird Habitat Conservation Area

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.

Water Bird Habitat Conservation Area

Caneland Central

During your trip to Mackay, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Caneland Central. Stroll along this family-friendly area's marina, or simply enjoy its cafes.

Caneland Central

Bluewater Lagoon

Bring your family to Bluewater Lagoon and have a fun-filled day at this amusement park in Mackay. Wander around the gardens in this relaxing area, or simply enjoy its cafes.

Bluewater Lagoon

Mackay Enertainment and Convention Centre

Learn about the events happening at Mackay Enertainment and Convention Centre during your trip to Mackay. Wander the marina and gardens in this relaxing area.

Mackay Enertainment and Convention Centre

Artspace Mackay

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Artspace Mackay in Mackay. Wander the marina and gardens in the area.

Artspace Mackay

Jubilee Park

After visiting Jubilee Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Mackay. Wander the marina and gardens in this relaxing area.

Jubilee Park

Things to do

Mackay: Finch Hatton Gorge Hike, Swim & Platypus Adventure

Mackay: Finch Hatton Gorge Hike, Swim & Platypus Adventure

P6,275
per adult
Mackay: Finch Hatton Gorge Hike, Swim & Platypus Adventure
Sarina: Guided Tour of the Sarina Sugar Shed with Tasting

Sarina: Guided Tour of the Sarina Sugar Shed with Tasting

P1,114
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Sarina: Guided Tour of the Sarina Sugar Shed with Tasting
Adrenaline Jet Boat Rides in Pioneer River Mackay

Adrenaline Jet Boat Rides in Pioneer River Mackay

P3,305
per adult
Adrenaline Jet Boat Rides in Pioneer River Mackay
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Top hotels in City Centre

Quest Mackay on Gordon
Quest Mackay on Gordon
4.5 out of 5
27 Gordon Street, Mackay, QLD
The price is P7,094 per night from Jul 27 to Jul 28
P7,094
P7,803 total
Jul 27 - Jul 28
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Mackay. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (405 reviews)
"A great place to stay. Staff accommodated our request for a late check out. Highly recommended."

Reviewed on Jul 10, 2025

Quest Mackay on Gordon
Mid City Motor Inn
Mid City Motor Inn
3.5 out of 5
2 Macalister St, Mackay, QLD
The price is P4,324 per night from Jul 17 to Jul 18
P4,324
P4,756 total
Jul 17 - Jul 18
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly motel in Mackay. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (662 reviews)
"Good value"

Reviewed on Jun 9, 2025

Mid City Motor Inn
Oaks Mackay Rivermarque Hotel
Oaks Mackay Rivermarque Hotel
4 out of 5
55-63 River Street, Mackay, QLD
The price is P7,466 per night from Jul 27 to Jul 28
P7,466
P8,212 total
Jul 27 - Jul 28
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Mackay. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Popular attractions Bluewater Lagoon and Artspace Mackay are located ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (532 reviews)
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Reviewed on Jul 2, 2025

Oaks Mackay Rivermarque Hotel
Riviera Mackay
Riviera Mackay
4 out of 5
5 - 7 Nelson St, Mackay, QLD
The price is P7,525 per night from Jul 20 to Jul 21
P7,525
P7,525 total
Jul 20 - Jul 21
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Mackay. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the property condition ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (432 reviews)
Great location and wonderful room
"We had a large spacious suite with an extensive balcony area. The staff were very nice and an issue with a tripped fuse was fixed quickly. However over the six nights the room was serviced once and we had to ask for supplies."

Reviewed on Jul 7, 2025

Riviera Mackay
Rydges Mackay Suites
Rydges Mackay Suites
4 out of 5
9 Gregory Street, Mackay, QLD
The price is P8,815 per night from Jul 20 to Jul 21
P8,815
P9,697 total
Jul 20 - Jul 21
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Mackay. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the room service in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (997 reviews)
"Moss on Wood room service was great, large room and comfy, will stay again for sure"

Reviewed on Jul 3, 2025

Rydges Mackay Suites
Coral Sands Motel
Coral Sands Motel
3.5 out of 5
44 Macalister Street, Mackay, QLD
Stay at this 3.5-star motel in Mackay. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (522 reviews)
"While it is an ageing property, everything is extremely clean and just what is needed for a short stay in Mackay."

Reviewed on Jul 12, 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around City Centre

Sunset over the Pioneer River along the bike path.

Cremorne

Though Cremorne might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Bluewater Lagoon and Caneland Central.

Cremorne
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East Mackay

Unique features of East Mackay include the restaurants and beaches. Make a stop by Ken Burgess Orchid House or Town Beach while you're exploring the area.

East Mackay
Looking out from the Illawong beach resort. One of many beach resorts in the area

South Mackay

South Mackay is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Great Barrier Reef Arena and Illawong Beach.

South Mackay
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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.

West Mackay
The magnificent orchid

North Mackay

Travelers like the shopping in North Mackay, and Mackay Regional Botanical Gardens is a top attraction you might want to visit.

North Mackay
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Mount Pleasant

Visitors to Mount Pleasant enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Mount Pleasant Shopping Centre is worth a stop.

Mount Pleasant

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