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Our top choices for Great Barrier Reef Arena hotels

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

1. Beachside Boutique Motel Mackay

Beachside Boutique Motel Mackay
3.0 star property
East Mackay, 1.3 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (175 reviews)
"Great stay"
Australia
Pamela
The price is SAR 312
SAR 458 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Beachside Boutique Motel Mackay
A multi-story hotel with balconies, large windows, and a prominent sign.

2. Quest Mackay on Gordon

Quest Mackay on Gordon
4.5 star property
City Centre, 1.8 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (498 reviews)
"First time there … was excellent location and great service :)"
Australia
Peter
The price is SAR 426
SAR 472 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Nov - 21 Nov
Quest Mackay on Gordon
A resort with a pool, palm trees, and a gazebo.

3. Shamrock Gardens Motel

Shamrock Gardens Motel
3.5 star property
West Mackay, 2.2 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (273 reviews)
"Great location and large rooms."
Australia
Stephen
The price is SAR 396
SAR 437 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Shamrock Gardens Motel
A balcony with a round table and yellow chairs, overlooking a body of water and a bridge.

4. Riviera Mackay

Riviera Mackay
4.0 star property
City Centre, 2.3 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (470 reviews)
"Nice location and good accommodation!"
New Zealand
Colin
The price is SAR 593
SAR 593 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Nov - 20 Nov
Riviera Mackay
A two-story building with a pool and outdoor seating area.

5. Shakespeare Motel

Shakespeare Motel
4.0 star property
1.5 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (440 reviews)
"Clean, spacious, quiet.parking was good."
Australia
Frank
The price is SAR 327
SAR 360 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Dec - 6 Dec
Shakespeare Motel
A swimming pool with a tiled deck, surrounded by palm trees and a building with balconies.

6. Mackay Resort Motel

Mackay Resort Motel
4.0 star property
West Mackay, 2.1 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"Great location and comfortable rooms"
Australia
Craig
The price is SAR 305
SAR 335 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Mackay Resort Motel
A swimming pool area with lounge chairs and a covered patio.

7. Alara Motor Inn

Alara Motor Inn
3.5 star property
West Mackay, 1.9 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (394 reviews)
"We liked the spacious room and that it was pet friendly and the staff were nice. It was very cold at night, an extra blanket would have been nice. But all in all a great place to stay."
Australia
Gabriele
The price is SAR 332
SAR 365 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Nov - 21 Nov
Alara Motor Inn
A hotel room with a bed, bedside lamps, a chair, and artwork on the wall.

8. International Lodge

International Lodge
3.5 star property
City Centre, 2 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (380 reviews)
"Staff were friendly, room was clean and spotless. Would visit again :)"
Australia
Anonymous traveler
The price is SAR 426
SAR 426 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
International Lodge
A modern hotel with a prominent 'HOTEL' sign, a covered entrance, and a visible 'Mark' sign in the background.

9. ibis Mackay

ibis Mackay
4.0 star property
South Mackay, 2 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (615 reviews)
"Great place to stay! Clean ,right beside airport and staff were so helpful! Good restsurant that did room delivery!all you need after a long day travelling!"
Australia
gail
The price is SAR 343
SAR 377 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Nov - 21 Nov
ibis Mackay
A view from a window overlooking a body of water with distant landforms, surrounded by lush greenery.

10. Ocean International

Ocean International
3.0 star property
East Mackay, 1.3 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (308 reviews)
"Good place good location good service"
Australia
Joel
The price is SAR 383
SAR 422 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Dec - 5 Dec
Ocean International
A modern hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a clear blue sky.

11. Mackay Oceanside Central Hotel

Mackay Oceanside Central Hotel
4.0 star property
East Mackay, 2.2 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (775 reviews)
"Friendly staff and clean room"
Australia
Elena-Lea
The price is SAR 353
SAR 353 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Nov - 27 Nov
Mackay Oceanside Central Hotel
A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a nightstand, and a window with curtains.

12. Country Plaza Motor Inn

Country Plaza Motor Inn
4.0 star property
West Mackay, 1.9 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (338 reviews)
"Ideal location"
Australia
Maree
The price is SAR 312
SAR 344 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
Country Plaza Motor Inn
A modern building with a pool area.

13. Lanai Riverside Apartments

Lanai Riverside Apartments
4.5 star property
City Centre, 2.3 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (456 reviews)
"The apartment was clean and tidy. Easy to check in."
Australia
Karen
The price is SAR 789
SAR 789 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Dec - 6 Dec
Lanai Riverside Apartments
A swimming pool with a curved edge, surrounded by palm trees and a building with a covered patio area.

14. Coral Cay Resort

Coral Cay Resort
4.5 star property
West Mackay, 1.9 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"A nice room to stay in for work"
Australia
Adrien
The price is SAR 322
SAR 357 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Nov - 21 Nov
Coral Cay Resort
A hotel entrance with a sign reading "The Marco Polo Hotel," a flag, and a well-maintained lawn.

15. The Marco Polo

The Marco Polo
4.0 star property
West Mackay, 1.9 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (725 reviews)
"This place was great! The staff were very helpful"
Australia
Casey
The price is SAR 385
SAR 424 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
The Marco Polo
A hotel room with a large bed, two smaller beds, a desk with a computer, and a ceiling fan.

16. Tropic Coast Motel

Tropic Coast Motel
3.5 star property
West Mackay, 2.1 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (390 reviews)
"We had a average short stop here. It was an easy check in, and the hotel was helpful in leaving us a key as we arrived after reception had closed. The room was great, just want we needed. It was well equipped and we parked right outside our room. Excellent."
United Kingdom
louise
The price is SAR 305
SAR 335 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov
Tropic Coast Motel
An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, umbrellas, and a view of the city at night.

17. MainStay Suites Mackay

MainStay Suites Mackay
4.5 star property
City Centre, 2 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (205 reviews)
"Great amenities close to everything. Great staff"
Australia
Anne
The price is SAR 500
SAR 526 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Nov - 28 Nov
MainStay Suites Mackay
A two-story hotel with a white facade, balconies, and a sign indicating a motor inn with free fast check-in and 24-hour check-in.

18. White Lace Motor Inn

White Lace Motor Inn
4.0 star property
West Mackay, 1.9 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (999 reviews)
"Nice property for a one night stop."
Australia
Desmond
The price is SAR 278
SAR 306 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
White Lace Motor Inn
A two-story building with a pool, outdoor seating, and palm trees.

19. Casa Nostra Motel Mackay

Casa Nostra Motel Mackay
4.0 star property
West Mackay, 1.9 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (122 reviews)
"Exceptionally clean and comfortable bed."
Australia
Jenni
The price is SAR 283
SAR 311 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Casa Nostra Motel Mackay
A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, a coffee table, a sofa, and a balcony with a view.

20. Oaks Mackay Carlyle Suites

Oaks Mackay Carlyle Suites
4.0 star property
City Centre, 1.5 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (380 reviews)
"The reception staff were so kind. The apartment was huge and we had a beautiful stay."
Australia
Victoria
The price is SAR 640
SAR 704 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov
Oaks Mackay Carlyle Suites
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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Compare popular hotels close to Great Barrier Reef Arena

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet friendly
WiFi included
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a television, a ceiling fan, and a view of the outdoors.
Beachside Boutique Motel Mackay
3.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
175 reviews
View
A multi-story hotel with balconies, large windows, and a prominent sign.
Quest Mackay on Gordon
4.5 star property
9.2
Wonderful
498 reviews
View
A resort with a pool, palm trees, and a gazebo.
Shamrock Gardens Motel
3.5 star property
9.2
Wonderful
273 reviews
View
A balcony with a round table and yellow chairs, overlooking a body of water and a bridge.
Riviera Mackay
4.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
470 reviews
View
A two-story building with a pool and outdoor seating area.
Shakespeare Motel
4.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
440 reviews
View

Top Great Barrier Reef Arena Hotel Reviews

Mackay Oceanside Central Hotel

Mackay Oceanside Central Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"The staff are so welcoming and friendly. The continental breakfast is fresh and plentiful"
Maureen 1-night trip
Posted 11 hours ago
Mackay Oceanside Central Hotel

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Great Barrier Reef Arena?
Great Barrier Reef Arena is located in Mackay. Travelers like this welcoming area for its beaches. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 15 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.
What's the best hotel to stay close to Great Barrier Reef Arena?
Located a short 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Great Barrier Reef Arena, Beachside Boutique Motel Mackay is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data. Other good choices within 5 miles include Coral Cay Resort and ibis Mackay.
How many hotels are there near Great Barrier Reef Arena?
Expedia has 15 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Great Barrier Reef Arena.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Great Barrier Reef Arena, will I receive a refund?
Yes! The majority of room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get top deals close to Great Barrier Reef Arena.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Great Barrier Reef Arena?
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What can I see and do near Great Barrier Reef Arena?
You can wander around Ken Burgess Orchid House, Mackay Regional Botanic Gardens, or Jubilee Park if you want a dose of fresh air. Dip your toes in the water at Far Beach, Town Beach, and Illawong Beach. Create some family memories at Bluewater Lagoon and Mackay Leisure Centre.