Mackay Region Travel Guide
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Where to stay in Mackay Region
Mackay Harbour
Mackay Harbour is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Mackay Marina Village & Shipyard and Water Bird Habitat Conservation Area.
North Mackay
Travellers like the shopping in North Mackay, and Mackay Regional Botanical Gardens 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 Mackay Basketball Stadium.
City Centre
While visiting City Centre, you might make a stop by sights 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 Pioneer Valley and Mackay Regional Botanic Gardens.
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.
Mackay Oceanside Central Hotel
Excellent
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
ibis Mackay
We stayed here for a night to stop off on the way up coast. It was perfect for what we wanted, just a place to sleep for the night before heading off in the morning. The room was clean and perfect for the night. It had free parking for guests and right next to the airport for those travelling by ...
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Mid City Motor Inn
Good customer service, ease of check in and nice clean room. Great location close to everything I needed.
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Riviera Mackay
Great apartment, Weird smell. Customer service not up to scratch
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Pacific Sands Apartments
I would never stay here again. The room stunk of smoke, there were marks on the carpet & walls. Dead bugs on the window sill. Tv remote didn't work. The bed was the worst I've slept in for a long time. Two singles pushed together which is standard in a lot of places these days but if u lay on one ...
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Monterey Moranbah
Staff were friendly. Communication was excellent. Bed and lounge need to be updated. Lounge is sunken in the middle and the bed felt like one side had broken slats. We stay at Monterey often and this was the worst nights sleep we have ever had.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
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.
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.
Northern Beaches Bowls Club
You can take time to visit Northern Beaches Bowls Club during your travels to Mackay. 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 theme park in Mackay. Wander around the gardens in this relaxing area or simply enjoy its cafes.
Caneland Central
During your trip to Mackay, you can do some window-shopping at Caneland Central. Stroll along this family-friendly area's marina or simply enjoy its cafes.
Finch Hatton Gorge
Explore the great outdoors at Finch Hatton Gorge, a lovely green space in Finch Hatton. Discover the area's mountain views and sunsets.
- Mackay Base Hospital
- Harrup Park
- Mackay Marina Village & Shipyard
- Northern Beaches Bowls Club
- Bluewater Lagoon
- Caneland Central
- Eimeo Beach
- Mount Pleasant Shopping Centre
- Brampton Beach
- Great Barrier Reef Arena
- Mackay Enertainment and Convention Centre
- Mackay Regional Botanic Gardens
- Blacks Beach Park
- Northern Beaches Central Shopping Centre
- Ooralea Racecourse
- Midge Point Park
- Mackay Regional Botanical Gardens
- Ken Burgess Orchid House
- Sarina Golf Course
- Mackay Leisure Centre
- Broken River Platypus Viewing Area
- Laguna Marina
