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.
Mackay Leisure Centre
Bring your family to Mackay Leisure Centre and have a fun-filled day at this amusement park 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.
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.
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.
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
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 Paget
Illawong Beach Resort
Very close to beach, but price was a bit on the high side for age and condition of unit we had.
Reviewed on Oct 4, 2023
White Lace Motor Inn
Fridge was turned off & door open with a wet towel on the floor
Reviewed on Dec 12, 2025
Coral Cay Resort
Awesome
Reviewed on Dec 14, 2025
ibis Mackay
Room was clean.
Reviewed on Dec 20, 2025
Mid City Motor Inn
Functional, clean and met its purpose. Bed very comfort.
Reviewed on Dec 11, 2025
Quest Mackay on Gordon
The room was comfortable. The pool was nice and the staff were all exceptional. Thanks for the great stay!
Reviewed on Dec 10, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Paget
Bakers Creek
Travelers like the golf courses in Bakers Creek, and Black Springs Golf Club is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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.
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.
East Mackay
Unique features of East Mackay include the restaurants and beaches. Make a stop by Town Beach or Ken Burgess Orchid House while you're exploring the area.
City Centre
If you're spending some time in City Centre, Bluewater Lagoon and Caneland Central are top sights worth seeing.
Foulden
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Foulden and surrounding area, you can visit Mount Pleasant Shopping Centre and Mackay Regional Botanic Gardens.
