City Centre Travel Guide

Mackay

A swimming pool surrounded by palm trees and modern buildings.
A beach with a sailboat anchored near the shore, surrounded by calm waters and a sunset sky.
A historic building with arched windows and columns, a roundabout, and palm trees.
A clock tower with a red brick facade and a clear blue sky in the background.
A sunset over a cityscape with buildings and palm trees.

Stay near popular City Centre attractions

Bluewater Lagoon

9.0/10 (267 reviews)
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.
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Things to do

Sarina: Guided Tour of the Sarina Sugar Shed with Tasting

Sarina: Sarina Sugar Shed Guided Tour with Tastings

Rp416.340
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Sarina: Sarina Sugar Shed Guided Tour with Tastings
Sarina: Rum Distillery Guided Tour and Tasting

Sarina: Rum Distillery Guided Tour and Tasting 30 mins

Rp252.327
per adult
Sarina: Rum Distillery Guided Tour and Tasting 30 mins
Adrenaline Jet Boat Rides in Pioneer River Mackay

Adrenaline Jet Boat Rides in Pioneer River Mackay

Rp1.766.292
per adult
Adrenaline Jet Boat Rides in Pioneer River Mackay
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Top hotels in City Centre

Quest Mackay on Gordon

Quest Mackay on Gordon

4.5 out of 5
27 Gordon Street Mackay QLD
The price is Rp2.101.520 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
Rp2.101.520
Rp2.311.672 total
6 Sept - 7 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Mackay. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
Quest Mackay on Gordon
Rydges Mackay Suites

Rydges Mackay Suites

4 out of 5
9 Gregory Street Mackay QLD
The price is Rp2.506.014 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
Rp2.506.014
Rp2.756.640 total
6 Sept - 7 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Mackay. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Artspace Mackay and Jubilee Park ...
Rydges Mackay Suites
Oaks Mackay Rivermarque Hotel

Oaks Mackay Rivermarque Hotel

4 out of 5
55-63 River Street Mackay QLD
The price is Rp2.289.012 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
Rp2.289.012
Rp2.517.913 total
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Mackay. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Popular attractions Bluewater Lagoon and Artspace Mackay are located ...
Oaks Mackay Rivermarque Hotel
Mid City Motor Inn

Mid City Motor Inn

3.5 out of 5
2 Macalister St Mackay QLD
The price is Rp1.552.755 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
Rp1.552.755
Rp1.708.006 total
25 Aug - 26 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly motel in Mackay. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very good! (741 reviews)
"Good value, good location, lovely bloke running it."

Reviewed on 15 Aug 2026

Mid City Motor Inn
Riviera Mackay

Riviera Mackay

4 out of 5
5 - 7 Nelson St Mackay QLD
The price is Rp2.391.385 per night from 3 Sept to 4 Sept
Rp2.391.385
Rp2.630.523 total
3 Sept - 4 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Mackay. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the property condition in ...
Riviera Mackay
Oaks Mackay Carlyle Suites

Oaks Mackay Carlyle Suites

4 out of 5
23 Alfred Street Mackay QLD
The price is Rp2.634.066 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
Rp2.634.066
Rp2.897.498 total
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Mackay. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and dry cleaning or laundry services. Popular attractions Ken Burgess Orchid House and Artspace ...
Oaks Mackay Carlyle Suites
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Where to stay in City Centre

Find the best City Centre areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A beach with waves at sunset, rocks, and a colorful sky.
Photo by Mark Fitz
Open Photo by Mark Fitz

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 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.

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

North Mackay

Travellers like the shopping in North Mackay, and Mackay Regional Botanical Gardens is a top attraction you might want to visit.

A river with clear blue water, surrounded by rocks and greenery.

East Mackay

Unique features of East Mackay include the restaurants and beaches. Make a stop by Town Beach or Ken Burgess Orchid House while you're exploring the area.

City Centre Travel Guide