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Our top choices for South Mackay hotels

A bar area with shelves of wine bottles and a rack of wine glasses.

1. ibis Mackay

ibis Mackay
4.0 star property
South Mackay
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 378 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
ibis Mackay
A swimming pool with a tiled deck, surrounded by palm trees and a building with balconies.

2. Mackay Resort Motel

Mackay Resort Motel
4.0 star property
West Mackay, 1.9 km from South Mackay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Tidy rooms, helpful staff, nice breakfast and good coffee."
Australia
Darryl
The price is SAR 335
SAR 369 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Oct - 24 Oct
Mackay Resort Motel
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.

3. White Lace Motor Inn

White Lace Motor Inn
4.0 star property
West Mackay, 1.8 km from South Mackay
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Nice property for a one night stop."
Australia
Desmond
The price is SAR 287
SAR 318 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
White Lace Motor Inn
A cafe with wooden tables and stools, a bar area, and shelves with potted plants.

4. Rydges Mackay Suites

Rydges Mackay Suites
4.0 star property
City Centre, 2.4 km from South Mackay
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Second time staying here. Great location easy parking room big and always neat and tidy. Great options for dinning. The only thing I can say that’s negative is the rooms need new carpet. Other than that it’s great would 100% stay again"
Australia
meghan
The price is SAR 421
SAR 463 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Oct - 24 Oct
Rydges Mackay Suites
A beach with a sandy shore and calm water.

5. Beachside Boutique Motel Mackay

Beachside Boutique Motel Mackay
3.0 star property
East Mackay, 1.5 km from South Mackay
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (174 reviews)
"Lovely motel in great location run by some very kind people!"
Australia
Justin
The price is SAR 314
SAR 461 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
Beachside Boutique Motel Mackay
A multi-story hotel with balconies, large windows, and a prominent sign.

6. Quest Mackay on Gordon

Quest Mackay on Gordon
4.5 star property
City Centre, 2.3 km from South Mackay
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (497 reviews)
"Value for money. Good place to stay."
Australia
Veronica
The price is SAR 420
SAR 466 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Quest Mackay on Gordon
A hotel entrance with a sign reading "The Marco Polo Hotel," a flag, and a well-maintained lawn.

7. The Marco Polo

The Marco Polo
4.0 star property
West Mackay, 2 km from South Mackay
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (725 reviews)
"This place was great! The staff were very helpful"
Australia
Casey
The price is SAR 356
SAR 392 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
The Marco Polo
A two-story building with a pool and outdoor seating area.

8. Shakespeare Motel

Shakespeare Motel
4.0 star property
1.9 km from South Mackay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (438 reviews)
"Clean, spacious, quiet.parking was good."
Australia
Frank
The price is SAR 303
SAR 337 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Shakespeare Motel
A sunset over a calm sea with gentle waves, a clear sky, and a distant shoreline.

9. Oaks Mackay Carlyle Suites

Oaks Mackay Carlyle Suites
4.0 star property
City Centre, 2.1 km from South Mackay
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 491
SAR 540 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Oaks Mackay Carlyle Suites
An outdoor patio area with a covered seating area, a table, and chairs.

10. Mackay Rose Motel

Mackay Rose Motel
3.0 star property
West Mackay, 2 km from South Mackay
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (187 reviews)
"Very clean rooms..pool area excellent & great parking space"
Australia
Dwayne
The price is SAR 334
SAR 370 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Mackay Rose Motel
A resort with a pool, palm trees, and a gazebo.

11. Shamrock Gardens Motel

Shamrock Gardens Motel
3.5 star property
West Mackay, 1.9 km from South Mackay
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (273 reviews)
"Great location and large rooms."
Australia
Stephen
The price is SAR 401
SAR 444 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Oct - 25 Oct
Shamrock Gardens Motel
A covered outdoor area with a metal railing, a grassy lawn, and a view of a body of water and trees.

12. Mid City Motor Inn

Mid City Motor Inn
3.5 star property
City Centre, 2.8 km from South Mackay
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (754 reviews)
"Good value, good location, lovely bloke running it."
Australia
John
The price is SAR 281
SAR 311 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Mid City Motor Inn
A spacious dining area with multiple tables and chairs, large windows, and hanging plants.

13. Coral Cay Resort

Coral Cay Resort
4.5 star property
West Mackay, 2 km from South Mackay
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (999 reviews)
"Great staff and clean room comfortable bed and pillows"
Australia
Angela
The price is SAR 311
SAR 346 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov
Coral Cay Resort
A view from a window overlooking a body of water with distant landforms, surrounded by lush greenery.

14. Ocean International

Ocean International
3.0 star property
East Mackay, 1.5 km from South Mackay
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (308 reviews)
"Good place good location good service"
Australia
Joel
The price is SAR 365
SAR 404 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Ocean International
A swimming pool area with lounge chairs and a covered patio.

15. Alara Motor Inn

Alara Motor Inn
3.5 star property
West Mackay, 1.9 km from South Mackay
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 334
SAR 367 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Alara Motor Inn
A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a nightstand, and a window with curtains.

16. Country Plaza Motor Inn

Country Plaza Motor Inn
4.0 star property
West Mackay, 2 km from South Mackay
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (338 reviews)
"Ideal location"
Australia
Maree
The price is SAR 292
SAR 324 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Country Plaza Motor Inn
A two-story building with a pool, outdoor seating, and palm trees.

17. Casa Nostra Motel Mackay

Casa Nostra Motel Mackay
4.0 star property
West Mackay, 2 km from South Mackay
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (119 reviews)
"All good for our stay. Convenient for our purpose. Reasonable tariff for a big sporting weekend in Mackay."
Australia
Ross
The price is SAR 284
SAR 313 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Oct - 25 Oct
Casa Nostra Motel Mackay
A modern hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a clear blue sky.

18. Mackay Oceanside Central Hotel

Mackay Oceanside Central Hotel
4.0 star property
East Mackay, 2.8 km from South Mackay
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (773 reviews)
"Beautiful view."
Australia
Katelyn
The price is SAR 332
SAR 332 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov
Mackay Oceanside Central Hotel
A modern outdoor swimming pool with clear blue water, a tiled deck, and a minimalist architectural design.

19. Oaks Mackay Rivermarque Hotel

Oaks Mackay Rivermarque Hotel
4.0 star property
City Centre, 2.8 km from South Mackay
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (593 reviews)
"Great location, amenities including gym were excellent and the cafe/restaurant was fantastic."
Australia
Phil
The price is SAR 476
SAR 523 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Oct - 24 Oct
Oaks Mackay Rivermarque Hotel
A hotel room with two beds, a sitting area, a painting on the wall, and an air conditioning unit.

20. Miners Lodge Motor Inn

Miners Lodge Motor Inn
3.5 star property
West Mackay, 1.9 km from South Mackay
7.8 out of 10, Good, (371 reviews)
"Staff were friendley"
Australia
David
The price is SAR 267
SAR 296 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Miners Lodge Motor Inn
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Compare popular hotels in South Mackay

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet friendly
WiFi included
A bar area with shelves of wine bottles and a rack of wine glasses.
ibis Mackay
4.0 star property
8.8
Excellent
615 reviews
View
A swimming pool with a tiled deck, surrounded by palm trees and a building with balconies.
Mackay Resort Motel
4.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,002 reviews
View
A beach with a sandy shore and calm water.
Beachside Boutique Motel Mackay
3.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
174 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
497 reviews
View
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.
White Lace Motor Inn
4.0 star property
8.4
Very good
1,000 reviews
View

Where to stay in South Mackay

Find the best South Mackay areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
A sunset over a coastal industrial area with silos and cranes.
Photo by Holly Webb
Open Photo by Holly Webb

Mackay Harbour

Mackay Harbour is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Mackay Marina Village & Shipyard and Floodway Conservation Area.

A swimming pool surrounded by palm trees and modern buildings.

City Centre

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

A coastal landscape with a beach, clear blue sea, and lush greenery.

Dolphin Heads

Dolphin Heads is well-liked for its restaurants and gardens. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, Eimeo Beach and Bucasia Beach are some interesting sights nearby to check out.

A coastal landscape with a sandy beach, ocean waves, and a sunset sky.
Photo by Mark Fitz
Open Photo by Mark Fitz

Blacks Beach

Visitors to Blacks Beach enjoy its beaches, and if you want to do some exploring, Blacks Beach Park is worth a stop.

A beach with palm trees, a small island, and a clear blue sky.

North Mackay

North Mackay is well-liked for its shopping. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Mackay area, you might plan a trip to Bluewater Lagoon or Caneland Central.

Top South Mackay Hotel Reviews

Coral Cay Resort

Coral Cay Resort

10/10 Excellent
"Clean"
Ivan 1-night trip
Posted 6 days ago
Coral Cay Resort

Frequently asked questions

What is South Mackay like?
South Mackay is a welcoming neighborhood that travelers like for its beaches. Are you looking for South Mackay travel tips? Be sure to check out Great Barrier Reef Arena and BB Print Stadium while you're in the neighborhood.
Where is the best place to stay in South Mackay?
Based on our traveler data, ibis Mackay is one of the top choices for your stay in South Mackay. This hotel offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. Other good options for your stay in the neighborhood include Ocean Breeze - The Perfect Getaway and Charming Coastal Home in South Mackay.
How many hotels will I find in South Mackay?
When you want to find places to stay in Mackay, start by booking one of Expedia's 5 hotels and other accommodations in South Mackay.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in South Mackay, will I receive a refund?
Yes, the majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best deals in South Mackay.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to South Mackay?
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What is there to do in this Mackay neighborhood?
Great Barrier Reef Arena, BB Print Stadium, and Mackay Basketball Stadium are just a few attractions to check out in South Mackay. A visit to Illawong Beach is also worth the trip while you're discovering the neighborhood. A few places to visit in the area around South Mackay include Far Beach, Town Beach, and Artspace Mackay. While you're out sightseeing, Ken Burgess Orchid House and Mackay Regional Botanic Gardens are a couple of additional sights to visit in Mackay.