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
Whitsunday Shore Excursions : Kangaroo's at Sunrise Encounter

Whitsunday Private Shore Excursion : Kangaroo's at Sunrise

Rp22.078.654
per traveller
Whitsunday Private Shore Excursion : Kangaroo's at Sunrise
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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 Rp2.120.381 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
Rp2.120.381
Rp2.332.419 total
13 Sept - 14 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 Rp2.611.237 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
Rp2.611.237
Rp2.872.309 total
13 Sept - 14 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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Excellent accommodation ..."

Reviewed on 28 Aug 2026

Rydges Mackay Suites
Oaks Mackay Rivermarque Hotel

Oaks Mackay Rivermarque Hotel

4 out of 5
55-63 River Street Mackay QLD
The price is Rp2.302.113 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
Rp2.302.113
Rp2.532.324 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 Rp1.561.643 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
Rp1.561.643
Rp1.717.781 total
30 Aug - 31 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! (747 reviews)
"We found the Manager Areef was very efficient. He was very prompt to attain any thing we asked for. Rooms were reasonably clean. We would advise to provide wash basin in the kitchenette in the first room."

Reviewed on 27 Aug 2026

Mid City Motor Inn
Riviera Mackay

Riviera Mackay

4 out of 5
5 - 7 Nelson St Mackay QLD
The price is Rp2.193.497 per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
Rp2.193.497
Rp2.412.847 total
27 Sept - 28 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 Rp2.657.706 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
Rp2.657.706
Rp2.923.502 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 BB Print Stadium and Great Barrier Reef Arena.

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 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 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.

City Centre Travel Guide