East Mackay
Mackay
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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.
Ken Burgess Orchid House
Enjoy an outing to Ken Burgess Orchid House during your stay in Mackay. Stroll along this relaxing area's marina, or simply enjoy its cafes.
Mackay Base Hospital
Though Mackay Base Hospital might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of Mackay while you are here.
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Sarina: Rum Distillery Guided Tour and Tasting 30 mins
Sarina: Sarina Sugar Shed Guided Tour with Tastings
Mackay: Finch Hatton Gorge Hike, Swim & Platypus Adventure
Top hotels in East Mackay
Pacific Sands Apartments
Great place to stay but the experience is let down by terrible WiFi
Reviewed on Jan 7, 2026
Mackay Oceanside Central Hotel
Clean room lovely bathroom great value and very friendly staff👍
Reviewed on Feb 2, 2026
Beachside Boutique Motel Mackay
Great accomodation! Clean rooms and friendly staff to deal with.
Reviewed on Jan 21, 2026
Ocean International
The Restaurant's evening meals were delicious!!!
Reviewed on Dec 18, 2025
Rydges Mackay Suites
Very clean
Reviewed on Jan 23, 2026
Quest Mackay on Gordon
Room was spotless, staff were courteous and accommodating. The only issue or concern was the exit to the parking seemed to be left open which raised concerns for safety. Would definitely stay there again.
Reviewed on Jan 23, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around East Mackay
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.
City Centre
If you're spending some time in City Centre, Bluewater Lagoon and Caneland Central are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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.
North Mackay
Travelers like the shopping in North Mackay, and Mackay Regional Botanical Gardens is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Paget
Travelers like the theme parks in Paget, and Mackay Leisure Centre is a top attraction you might want to visit.
