South Mackay

Mackay

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Popular places to visit

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.

Harrup Park

Great Barrier Reef Arena

Catch an event at Great Barrier Reef Arena during your trip to Mackay. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.

Great Barrier Reef Arena

BB Print Stadium

Catch an event at BB Print Stadium during your trip to Mackay. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.

BB Print Stadium

Mackay Basketball Stadium

Catch an event at Mackay Basketball Stadium during your trip to Mackay. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.

Mackay Basketball Stadium

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.

Mackay Base Hospital

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.

Mackay Marina Village & Shipyard

Things to do

Mackay: Finch Hatton Gorge Hike, Swim & Platypus Adventure

Mackay: Finch Hatton Gorge Hike, Swim & Platypus Adventure

P6,344
per adult
Mackay: Finch Hatton Gorge Hike, Swim & Platypus Adventure
Sarina: Rum Distillery Guided Tour and Tasting

Sarina: Rum Distillery Guided Tour and Tasting

P751
per adult
Sarina: Rum Distillery Guided Tour and Tasting
Sarina: Guided Tour of the Sarina Sugar Shed with Tasting

Sarina: Guided Tour of the Sarina Sugar Shed with Tasting

P1,126
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Sarina: Guided Tour of the Sarina Sugar Shed with Tasting
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Top hotels in South Mackay

ibis Mackay

ibis Mackay

4 out of 5
Christensen Crescent, Mackay Airport, South Mackay, QLD
The price is P4,899 per night from Oct 17 to Oct 18
P4,899
P5,389 total
Oct 17 - Oct 18
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 helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (537 reviews)
Nice place
"Great staff, very accommodating and helpful, really appreciate that. Check in system was slow, not the staff- they were lovely- just the system they have to work with seems to be. Servicing of room was unfortunately well below average of usual places but maybe the staff are directed not to wipe benches, ..."

Reviewed on Sep 15, 2025

ibis Mackay
Mackay Oceanside Central Hotel

Mackay Oceanside Central Hotel

4 out of 5
2C East Gordon Street, East Mackay, QLD
The price is P5,012 per night from Sep 29 to Sep 30
P5,012
P5,012 total
Sep 29 - Sep 30
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star motel in Mackay. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (691 reviews)
"Room was clean and quite, Cafe could of offered better choices for breakfast but was ok ."

Reviewed on Sep 18, 2025

Mackay Oceanside Central Hotel
Coral Cay Resort

Coral Cay Resort

4.5 out of 5
14-18 Nebo Rd, West Mackay, QLD
The price is P5,204 per night from Sep 26 to Sep 27
P5,204
P5,724 total
Sep 26 - Sep 27
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star business-friendly motel in Mackay. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (924 reviews)
"Good clean easy place to stop in."

Reviewed on Sep 9, 2025

Coral Cay Resort
Mid City Motor Inn

Mid City Motor Inn

3.5 out of 5
2 Macalister St, Mackay, QLD
The price is P4,382 per night from Sep 24 to Sep 25
P4,382
P4,821 total
Sep 24 - Sep 25
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! (683 reviews)
"Good service"

Reviewed on Sep 14, 2025

Mid City Motor Inn
White Lace Motor Inn

White Lace Motor Inn

4 out of 5
73 Nebo Rd, West Mackay, QLD
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P5,122 per night from Sep 30 to Oct 1
P5,122
P5,634 total
Sep 30 - Oct 1
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly motel in Mackay. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (904 reviews)
"Great nights stay. Room clean with reviewed needed."

Reviewed on Aug 5, 2025

White Lace Motor Inn
The Marco Polo

The Marco Polo

4 out of 5
46 Nebo Road, West Mackay, QLD
The price is P5,152 per night from Sep 28 to Sep 29
P5,152
P5,667 total
Sep 28 - Sep 29
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Mackay. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and dry cleaning or laundry services. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (690 reviews)
"Beds are really comfortable. Room is clean on entry. Staff is wonderful & very considerate 😊 I'll continually choose to stay here because of it's location as well."

Reviewed on Sep 22, 2025

The Marco Polo
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Other neighbourhoods around South Mackay

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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
Mackay showing general coastal views, landscape views and a bay or harbor

City Centre

If you're spending some time in City Centre, Bluewater Lagoon and Caneland Central are top sights worth seeing.

City Centre
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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
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Paget

Travelers like the theme parks in Paget, and Mackay Leisure Centre is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Paget
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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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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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