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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, (135)
"Fantastic motel, would definitely stay here again."
United Kingdom
Jane
The price is Rp1.524.942
Rp1.677.436 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
Beachside Boutique Motel Mackay

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, (440)
"The room was comfortable. The pool was nice and the staff were all exceptional. Thanks for the great stay!"
Canada
Mia
The price is Rp2.013.524
Rp2.214.876 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
Quest Mackay on Gordon

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, (260)
"Spacious room, friendly staff. Nice pool area. "
Australia
Diego
The price is Rp1.661.157
Rp1.827.273 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
Shamrock Gardens Motel

Riviera Mackay

Riviera Mackay
4.0 star property
City Centre, 2.3 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (448)
"Was a nice and quiet room and very spacious"
Australia
Paris
The price is Rp2.553.198
Rp2.553.198 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Jan - 3 Jan 2026
Riviera Mackay

Shakespeare Motel

Shakespeare Motel
4.0 star property
1.5 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (386)
"A great place to stay in Mackay."
Australia
Lars
The price is Rp1.295.702
Rp1.425.272 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
Shakespeare Motel

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, (379)
"Good "
Australia
John
The price is Rp1.467.798
Rp1.614.534 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Jan - 4 Jan 2026
Alara Motor Inn

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, (984)
"Great facilities withbpool and bar/restaurant. Has everything a motel needs. Will wtay again on my return to Mackay next year."
Australia
James
The price is Rp1.495.041
Rp1.644.545 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Mackay Resort Motel

International Lodge

International Lodge
3.5 star property
City Centre, 2 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (358)
"Great place to stay. Close to everything around Mackay. Thank you."
Australia
Carl
The price is Rp1.308.327
Rp1.439.116 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
International Lodge

Ocean International

Ocean International
3.0 star property
East Mackay, 1.3 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (299)
"The Restaurant's evening meals were delicious!!!"
Australia
ANTHONY
The price is Rp1.761.823
Rp1.938.017 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
Ocean International

ibis Mackay

ibis Mackay
4.0 star property
South Mackay, 2 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (559)
"Staff were very courteous and the hotel was clean and cool. "
United States
Karla
The price is Rp1.404.433
Rp1.544.876 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
ibis Mackay

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, (709)
"Clean and comfortable Staff always nice to deal with "
Australia
Tracey
The price is Rp1.347.531
Rp1.347.531 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec
Mackay Oceanside Central Hotel

Galaxy Mackay Motor Inn

Galaxy Mackay Motor Inn
3.5 star property
West Mackay, 2.3 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (108)
"Very clean and comfortable rooms"
Australia
Sarah
The price is Rp1.409.436
Rp1.550.413 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
Galaxy Mackay Motor Inn

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, (446)
"A good stay very convenient."
Australia
Nigel
The price is Rp2.958.188
Rp2.958.188 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
Lanai Riverside Apartments

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, (943)
"Great place to stay "
Australia
kristian
The price is Rp1.467.798
Rp1.614.534 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
Coral Cay Resort

Rydges Mackay Suites

Rydges Mackay Suites
4.0 star property
City Centre, 1.9 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"Overall a nice stay but the furniture was a little tired."
United States
Christopher
The price is Rp2.102.118
Rp2.312.330 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec
Rydges Mackay Suites

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, (700)
"Beautiful place and lovely workers, close and convenient"
United States
Georga
The price is Rp1.630.943
Rp1.794.037 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
The Marco Polo

Country Plaza Motor Inn

Country Plaza Motor Inn
4.0 star property
West Mackay, 1.9 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (313)
"Room was clean and tidy."
Canada
Kevin
The price is Rp1.341.007
Rp1.475.108 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Dec - 30 Dec
Country Plaza Motor Inn

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, (203)
"Located above a Greek restaurant with yummy food, and close to other restaurants, a few mins from the shopping mall and Dan Murphy. Staff were very friendly. "
Australia
Suzy
The price is Rp3.171.260
Rp3.488.430 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec
MainStay Suites Mackay

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, (369)
"This was a great place to stop for a night as we were travelling through. Would stay again."
Australia
Dennis
The price is Rp1.510.143
Rp1.661.157 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Dec - 30 Dec
Tropic Coast Motel

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, (943)
"Noisy room, the staff help me copy a paper ne thats it. No friendly place."
Australia
margaretha
The price is Rp1.594.711
Rp1.754.182 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Dec - 1 Jan 2026
White Lace Motor Inn
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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. Travellers like this welcoming area for its beaches. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 12 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
Where is the best place to stay close to Great Barrier Reef Arena?
Located a short 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Great Barrier Reef Arena, Shakespeare Motel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data. Other good choices within a few miles include White Lace Motor Inn and Coral Cay Resort.
How many hotels can I expect to find near Great Barrier Reef Arena?
Expedia has 12 hotels and other accommodation options 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, you'll find most hotel bookings are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before check in. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view the top deals on offer near Great Barrier Reef Arena.
What can I see and do near Great Barrier Reef Arena?
You can wander around Mackay Regional Botanic Gardens, Ken Burgess Orchid House 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.