Ooralea
Mackay
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.
Ooralea Racecourse
You can take time to visit Ooralea Racecourse during your travels to Mackay. Discover the area's museums and shops.
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 Ooralea
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
ibis Mackay
the room was clean and the staff were exemplary
Reviewed on Jan 25, 2026
Pacific Sands Apartments
Great place to stay but the experience is let down by terrible WiFi
Reviewed on Jan 7, 2026
Coral Cay Resort
Very friendly staff clean comfortable will come dinner was very good
Reviewed on Jan 14, 2026
Mackay Resort Motel
The room was clean, close to everything.
Reviewed on Jan 25, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Ooralea
Paget
Travelers like the theme parks in Paget, and Mackay Leisure Centre is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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.
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.
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.
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.
