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

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a pergola, surrounded by a white fence and a clear sky.

A modern hotel with a prominent 'HOTEL' sign, a covered entrance, and a visible 'Mark' sign in the background.

A modern lounge area with a sofa, armchairs, and a coffee table. There is a large digital display on the wall and a view of the outside through large windows.

1. ibis Mackay

South Mackay

P6,593

P7,253 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 9 - Oct 10

A playground with slides and climbing structures, surrounded by grass and trees.

A large sign for Beachside Boutique Motel Mackay with a contact phone number.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, and a sink. There is a dining area with wicker chairs and a small table.

A beach with a sandy shore and calm water.

2. Beachside Boutique Motel Mackay

East Mackay

P5,231

P7,685 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

An outdoor dining area with a view of the marina, palm trees, and a grassy landscape.

A swimming pool with a water feature, surrounded by palm trees and lounge chairs.

A balcony with a view of the ocean and palm trees, a wooden table, and a chair.

A bar area with wooden bar counter and stools, shelves with bottles, and hanging pendant lights.

3. Mantra Mackay

Mackay Harbour

Waterfront family resort in Mackay Harbor offers exceptional pool fun and marine adventures just steps from the beach.

P7,919

P8,711 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A cafe with wooden tables and stools, a bar area, and shelves with potted plants.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a black countertop, and a view of the city through large windows.

A modern reception area with a black reception desk, white tiled floors, and potted plants.

A hotel room with a large window, a sofa, a dining table, and a TV.

4. Rydges Mackay Suites

City Centre

P8,759

P9,635 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A view from a window overlooking a body of water with distant landforms, surrounded by lush greenery.

A coastal landscape with dense tropical vegetation and a clear view of the ocean.

An outdoor pool area with seating and tables, surrounded by glass walls and a wooden deck.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a bathroom with a sink and mirror, and a view of the outdoors.

5. Ocean International

East Mackay

Family-friendly ocean escape offers a beachside pool, spacious rooms with stunning views, and easy access to activities for all ages.

P7,379

P8,117 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

A swimming pool with a tiled deck, surrounded by palm trees and a building with balconies.

A hotel with a covered driveway, a large arched window, and a sign indicating a night bell.

A balcony with a table and chairs, overlooking a red-roofed building and palm trees.

A modern bathroom with a freestanding bathtub, a glass-enclosed shower, and a granite countertop with a sink.

6. Mackay Resort Motel

West Mackay

P5,591

P6,150 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, umbrellas, and a view of the city at night.

A modern hotel room with a dining area, kitchenette, and a bed.

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, and a dining table with fruit.

A modern kitchen with a dining area, a microwave, a coffee maker, and a sink.

7. MainStay Suites Mackay

City Centre

Beachside family adventures await at this luxury hotel with a serene pool, fitness center, and modern amenities.

P8,764

P9,203 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 16 - Oct 17

A swimming pool with a hot tub, surrounded by palm trees and a covered area with tables and chairs.

An aerial view of a resort with multiple buildings, a swimming pool, and a beach.

A beach view with palm trees and a railing in the foreground.

A wooden table and chairs under a pergola with a view of a grassy area and palm trees.

8. The Resort @ Dolphin Heads

Dolphin Heads

P6,141

P6,756 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 7 - Oct 8

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

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a pergola, surrounded by a white fence and a clear sky.

A modern hotel with a prominent 'HOTEL' sign, a covered entrance, and a visible 'Mark' sign in the background.

A modern lounge area with a sofa, armchairs, and a coffee table. There is a large digital display on the wall and a view of the outside through large windows.

ibis Mackay

South Mackay

P6,593

P7,253 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 9 - Oct 10

A swimming pool with a water feature, surrounded by palm trees and lounge chairs.

An outdoor dining area with a view of the marina, palm trees, and a grassy landscape.

A modern hotel lobby with wooden furniture, large windows, and indoor plants.

A bar area with wooden bar counter and stools, shelves with bottles, and hanging pendant lights.

Mantra Mackay

Mackay Harbour

P7,919

P8,711 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A swimming pool with a tiled deck, surrounded by palm trees and a building with balconies.

A hotel with a covered driveway, a large arched window, and a sign indicating a night bell.

A pathway leading to a house surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

Mackay Resort Motel

West Mackay

P5,591

P6,150 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A cafe with wooden tables and stools, a bar area, and shelves with potted plants.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a black countertop, and a view of the city through large windows.

A modern reception area with a black reception desk, white tiled floors, and potted plants.

A hotel room with a large window, a sofa, a dining table, and a TV.

Rydges Mackay Suites

City Centre

P8,759

P9,635 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, umbrellas, and a view of the city at night.

A modern hotel room with a dining area, kitchenette, and a bed.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a built-in oven, and a coffee machine. There is a dining table with a laptop and a plant.

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, and a dining table with fruit.

MainStay Suites Mackay

City Centre

P8,764

P9,203 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 16 - Oct 17

A well-maintained grassy area with palm trees, sun loungers, and a view of the ocean at sunset.

A beach with palm trees, a clear sky, and the ocean.

An aerial view of a coastal property with a swimming pool, two houses, and a beach.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel sink, a microwave, and an oven.

Comfort Resort Blue Pacific

Blacks Beach

P8,376

P9,214 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

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Family-friendly hotels with pools in Mackay

A swimming pool with a tiled deck, surrounded by palm trees and a building with balconies.

A hotel with a covered driveway, a large arched window, and a sign indicating a night bell.

A pathway leading to a house surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

Mackay Resort Motel

West Mackay

P5,591

P6,150 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A swimming pool with a water feature, surrounded by palm trees and lounge chairs.

An outdoor dining area with a view of the marina, palm trees, and a grassy landscape.

A modern hotel lobby with wooden furniture, large windows, and indoor plants.

A bar area with wooden bar counter and stools, shelves with bottles, and hanging pendant lights.

Mantra Mackay

Mackay Harbour

P7,919

P8,711 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A cafe with wooden tables and stools, a bar area, and shelves with potted plants.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a black countertop, and a view of the city through large windows.

A modern reception area with a black reception desk, white tiled floors, and potted plants.

A hotel room with a large window, a sofa, a dining table, and a TV.

Rydges Mackay Suites

City Centre

P8,759

P9,635 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A view from a window overlooking a body of water with distant landforms, surrounded by lush greenery.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a television, a chair, and a view of the outdoors.

An outdoor pool area with seating and tables, surrounded by glass walls and a wooden deck.

A coastal landscape with dense tropical vegetation and a clear view of the ocean.

Ocean International

East Mackay

P7,379

P8,117 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

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

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a pergola, surrounded by a white fence and a clear sky.

A modern hotel with a prominent 'HOTEL' sign, a covered entrance, and a visible 'Mark' sign in the background.

A modern lounge area with a sofa, armchairs, and a coffee table. There is a large digital display on the wall and a view of the outside through large windows.

ibis Mackay

South Mackay

P6,593

P7,253 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 9 - Oct 10

An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, umbrellas, and a view of the city at night.

A modern hotel room with a dining area, kitchenette, and a bed.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a built-in oven, and a coffee machine. There is a dining table with a laptop and a plant.

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, and a dining table with fruit.

MainStay Suites Mackay

City Centre

P8,764

P9,203 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 16 - Oct 17

A hotel room with a large bed, two smaller beds, a desk with a computer, and a ceiling fan.

A fenced backyard with a playground, including a slide and a swing set.

A motel with outdoor seating and a covered patio area.

A two-story building with a covered entrance, large windows, and a red-tiled roof.

Tropic Coast Motel

West Mackay

P5,116

P5,627 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

A resort with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a bar area.

An aerial view of a resort with multiple buildings, a swimming pool, and a beach.

A spacious restaurant with high ceilings, white walls, and a tiled floor. Tables and chairs are arranged for dining, and there are potted plants and flowers on the tables.

A wooden table and chairs under a pergola with a view of a grassy area and palm trees.

The Resort @ Dolphin Heads

Dolphin Heads

P6,141

P6,756 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 7 - Oct 8

A couple fishing on a beach during sunset.

A spacious indoor venue with multiple round tables set for dining, large windows offering views of the outdoors, and hanging lights.

A swimming pool with a blue and white swan float.

A bar area with a sign reading "THE BOATHOUSE" and various beer taps.

Mackay Seabreeze Apartments

Slade Point

P6,552

P7,207 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 22 - Oct 23

A well-maintained grassy area with palm trees, sun loungers, and a view of the ocean at sunset.

A beach with palm trees, a clear sky, and the ocean.

An aerial view of a coastal property with a swimming pool, two houses, and a beach.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel sink, a microwave, and an oven.

Comfort Resort Blue Pacific

Blacks Beach

P8,376

P9,214 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Top Mackay Hotel Reviews

Beachside Boutique Motel Mackay

Beachside Boutique Motel Mackay

10/10 Excellent

"This is a lovely motel in a peaceful location next to the beach. A particular mention must go to the staff who were all very helpful, nothing was ever too much trouble. The room was very clean and spacious and was cleaned daily. We have family in Mackay and will definitely stay at this motel again when we are visiting them."

Rydges Mackay Suites

Rydges Mackay Suites

10/10 Excellent

"Second time staying here. Great location easy parking room big and always neat and tidy. Great options for dinning. The only thing I can say that’s negative is the rooms need new carpet. Other than that it’s great would 100% stay again"

The Resort @ Dolphin Heads

The Resort @ Dolphin Heads

10/10 Excellent

"Absolutely loved staying here. So incredibly relaxing, view stunning and staff very helpful, going above and beyond any expectation. Can’t wait to stay again soon"

Quest Mackay on Gordon

Quest Mackay on Gordon

10/10 Excellent

"Stayed at The Quest quite a few times now and will continue to do so when visiting Mackay. Central to all our needs. Very comfortable stay."

Riviera Mackay

Riviera Mackay

10/10 Excellent

"All good, we just had a one night stop over on our travels but it was perfect for that."

Mackay Resort Motel

Mackay Resort Motel

8/10 Good

"Good sized room and nice and clean"

Mantra Mackay

Mantra Mackay

10/10 Excellent

"We have now stayed several times while at the marina. Need I say more"

Frequently asked questions

What's Mackay like for family-friendly vacations?

If you've been thinking about a trip with your kids, the culturally rich destination of Mackay is a good choice. The exciting theme parks, island setting, and parks are just some of the things that make this a good place for family vacations. Fly into Mackay, QLD (MKY), which is located 2.4 mi (3.8 km) from the city center.

What's the best place to stay for a family vacation to Mackay?

Mantra Mackay is a hotel with an outdoor pool and a restaurant, and it's a top choice on Expedia for families. Other good options to stay with the kids include MainStay Suites Mackay and Pratt Holiday Home.

How many family-friendly hotels are there in Mackay?

Expedia has 5 family-friendly hotels and other accommodations in Mackay.

When's the best time to book a family-friendly vacation in Mackay?

The hottest months are usually January and February with an average temp of 79°F, while the coldest months are July and August with an average of 67°F. The rainiest months in Mackay are March, January, February, and December, with each month seeing an average of 10 inches of rainfall.

What's there to see and do with your family in Mackay?

Bluewater Lagoon, Caneland Central, and Great Barrier Reef Arena are interesting attractions you and your family will enjoy exploring while you are staying in Mackay. Make sure you have lots of time for activities like Mount Pleasant Shopping Centre and Mackay Marina Village & Shipyard.

What's the best way for us to get around Mackay?

If you want to explore the larger area, hop aboard a train at Mackay Station. Mackay might not have very many public transit options so consider a car rental to maximize your time.

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