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Our top choices for Dolphin Heads hotels

A resort with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a bar area.

1. The Resort @ Dolphin Heads

The Resort @ Dolphin Heads
3.5 star property
Dolphin Heads
7.4 out of 10, Good, (518 reviews)
"We really had one amazing stay would really recommend this place to everyone as grate priced for the amazing views"
Australia
Stephen
The price is Rp1.758.068
Rp1.933.875 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
The Resort @ Dolphin Heads
A well-maintained grassy area with palm trees, sun loungers, and a view of the ocean at sunset.

2. Comfort Resort Blue Pacific

Comfort Resort Blue Pacific
3.5 star property
Blacks Beach, 1.5 km from Dolphin Heads
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (123 reviews)
"Great location and hotel."
Australia
Ben
The price is Rp2.512.015
Rp2.763.216 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Comfort Resort Blue Pacific
A swimming pool with a water feature, surrounded by palm trees and lounge chairs.

3. Mantra Mackay

Mantra Mackay
4.0 star property
Mackay Harbour, 9.1 km from Dolphin Heads
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (878 reviews)
"Very good stay."
Canada
Laurie
The price is Rp2.266.979
Rp2.493.677 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Mantra Mackay
A wooden deck with a lounge chair and a table, a book, and a bottle of wine.

4. BIG4 Mackay Blacks Beach Holiday Park

BIG4 Mackay Blacks Beach Holiday Park
4.0 star property
Blacks Beach, 1.6 km from Dolphin Heads
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (47 reviews)
"Great location. Kids loved the pool"
Australia
Emily
The price is Rp2.820.364
Rp3.102.338 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
BIG4 Mackay Blacks Beach Holiday Park
A multi-story hotel with balconies, large windows, and a prominent sign.

5. Quest Mackay on Gordon

Quest Mackay on Gordon
4.5 star property
City Centre, 11.7 km from Dolphin Heads
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (494 reviews)
"Value for money. Good place to stay."
Australia
Veronica
The price is Rp2.178.602
Rp2.396.462 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
Quest Mackay on Gordon
A cafe with wooden tables and stools, a bar area, and shelves with potted plants.

6. Rydges Mackay Suites

Rydges Mackay Suites
4.0 star property
City Centre, 11.5 km from Dolphin Heads
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 Rp2.203.151
Rp2.423.466 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Rydges Mackay Suites
An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a ceiling fan, and string lights.

7. Windmill Motel and Events Centre

Windmill Motel and Events Centre
4.0 star property
Mount Pleasant, 10.1 km from Dolphin Heads
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (772 reviews)
"Great place to stay, well thought out menu"
Australia
Gerard
The price is Rp2.055.285
Rp2.260.813 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Windmill Motel and Events Centre
A modern outdoor swimming pool with clear blue water, a tiled deck, and a minimalist architectural design.

8. Oaks Mackay Rivermarque Hotel

Oaks Mackay Rivermarque Hotel
4.0 star property
City Centre, 11.1 km from Dolphin Heads
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (591 reviews)
"Great location, amenities including gym were excellent and the cafe/restaurant was fantastic."
Australia
Phil
The price is Rp2.386.414
Rp2.625.055 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Oaks Mackay Rivermarque Hotel
A modern hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a clear blue sky.

9. Mackay Oceanside Central Hotel

Mackay Oceanside Central Hotel
4.0 star property
East Mackay, 12.3 km from Dolphin Heads
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (772 reviews)
"Love staying here. Lovely owners and great surroundings"
Australia
Jacinta
The price is Rp1.571.774
Rp1.571.774 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
Mackay Oceanside Central Hotel
A bar area with shelves of wine bottles and a rack of wine glasses.

10. ibis Mackay

ibis Mackay
4.0 star property
South Mackay, 15.4 km from Dolphin Heads
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (611 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 Rp1.887.436
Rp2.076.180 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct
ibis Mackay
A view from a window overlooking a body of water with distant landforms, surrounded by lush greenery.

11. Ocean International

Ocean International
3.0 star property
East Mackay, 14 km from Dolphin Heads
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (308 reviews)
"Good place good location good service"
Australia
Joel
The price is Rp2.112.353
Rp2.323.613 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Ocean International
A beach with a sandy shore and calm water.

12. Beachside Boutique Motel Mackay

Beachside Boutique Motel Mackay
3.0 star property
East Mackay, 14 km from Dolphin Heads
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (172 reviews)
"Lovely motel in great location run by some very kind people!"
Australia
Justin
The price is Rp1.497.537
Rp2.199.897 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Beachside Boutique Motel Mackay
A couple fishing on a beach during sunset.

13. Mackay Seabreeze Apartments

Mackay Seabreeze Apartments
4.0 star property
Slade Point, 6 km from Dolphin Heads
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (524 reviews)
"Great staff, very helpful!"
Australia
Justin
The price is Rp1.875.653
Rp2.063.218 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Mackay Seabreeze Apartments
A covered outdoor area with a metal railing, a grassy lawn, and a view of a body of water and trees.

14. Mid City Motor Inn

Mid City Motor Inn
3.5 star property
City Centre, 11.1 km from Dolphin Heads
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (753 reviews)
"Good value, good location, lovely bloke running it."
Australia
John
The price is Rp1.541.372
Rp1.695.484 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Mid City Motor Inn
A swimming pool with a tiled deck, surrounded by palm trees and a building with balconies.

15. Mackay Resort Motel

Mackay Resort Motel
4.0 star property
West Mackay, 13.1 km from Dolphin Heads
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Nice motel. Clean, quiet and we had a restful few nights stay on Mackay."
Australia
Steven
The price is Rp1.600.553
Rp1.760.608 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Mackay Resort Motel
A modern building with a pool area.

16. Lanai Riverside Apartments

Lanai Riverside Apartments
4.5 star property
City Centre, 11.1 km from Dolphin Heads
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (455 reviews)
"The apartment was clean and tidy. Easy to check in."
Australia
Karen
The price is Rp3.868.502
Rp3.868.502 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Oct - 4 Oct
Lanai Riverside Apartments
A modern kitchen with a central island, a dining area with chairs, and a view of the outdoors.

17. Pacific Sands Apartments

Pacific Sands Apartments
4.5 star property
East Mackay, 12.4 km from Dolphin Heads
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (481 reviews)
"Great location for a beach walk and good undercover parking =)"
Australia
Sam
The price is Rp1.874.420
Rp2.206.303 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Pacific Sands Apartments
A modern hotel with multiple floors, large windows, and a well-lit entrance.

18. Oaks Mackay Carlyle Suites

Oaks Mackay Carlyle Suites
4.0 star property
City Centre, 11.9 km from Dolphin Heads
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 Rp2.728.927
Rp3.001.857 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Oaks Mackay Carlyle Suites
A beach with clear blue water, sandy shore, and dense green foliage.

19. Riviera Mackay

Riviera Mackay
4.0 star property
City Centre, 11.1 km from Dolphin Heads
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (464 reviews)
"Nice location and good accommodation!"
New Zealand
Colin
The price is Rp2.848.624
Rp2.848.624 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Riviera Mackay
A spacious dining area with multiple tables and chairs, large windows, and hanging plants.

20. Coral Cay Resort

Coral Cay Resort
4.5 star property
West Mackay, 12.2 km from Dolphin Heads
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (994 reviews)
"Great staff and clean room comfortable bed and pillows"
Australia
Angela
The price is Rp1.664.712
Rp1.831.133 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Coral Cay Resort
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Where to stay in Dolphin Heads

Find the best Dolphin Heads areas 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 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 swimming pool surrounded by palm trees and modern buildings.

City Centre

While visiting City Centre, you might make a stop by sights like Bluewater Lagoon and Caneland Central.

A coastal landscape with a beach, ocean, and distant industrial structures.

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.

A coastal landscape with a large island surrounded by calm blue waters, featuring rocky outcrops and dense greenery.

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.

Top Dolphin Heads Hotel Reviews

International Lodge

International Lodge

8/10 Good
"Saff was very welcoming and helpful. Any issues was sorted quickly. Very comfortable for our short stay."
Michael 1-night trip
Posted 4 hours ago
International Lodge

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Dolphin Heads?
Dolphin Heads is a neighbourhood that travellers like for its seaside, gardens and restaurants.
How many hotels will I find in the Dolphin Heads area?
When you want to find places to stay in Mackay, start by booking one of Expedia's 8 hotels and other accommodation options in Dolphin Heads.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Dolphin Heads, will I receive a refund?
Yes! The majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view the top deals on offer in Dolphin Heads.
What is there to do in this Mackay neighbourhood?
A few places to visit in the area around Dolphin Heads include Eimeo Beach, Bucasia Beach and Hibiscus Shopping Centre. Blacks Beach Park and Northern Beaches Central Shopping Centre are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Mackay.