North Mackay Travel Guide

Mackay

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Popular places to visit

Mackay Regional Botanical Gardens

You can find out about the history of Mackay with a visit to Mackay Regional Botanical Gardens. Stroll along this relaxing area's marina or simply enjoy its cafes.

Mackay Regional Botanical Gardens

Mackay Base Hospital

If Mackay Base Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Mackay.

Mackay Base Hospital

Mackay Marina Village & Shipyard

Explore the waterfront in Mackay with a trip to Mackay Marina Village & Shipyard. While in this relaxing area, you can enjoy the cafes.

Mackay Marina Village & Shipyard

Harrup Park

Harrup Park is just one of the places to see in Mackay, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along this relaxing area's marina or simply enjoy its cafes.

Harrup Park

Caneland Central

During your trip to Mackay, you can do some window-shopping at Caneland Central. Stroll along this family-friendly area's marina or simply enjoy its cafes.

Caneland Central

Bucasia Beach

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Bucasia Beach during your travels in Shoal Point?

Bucasia Beach

Things to do

Mackay: Finch Hatton Gorge Hike, Swim & Platypus Adventure

Mackay: Finch Hatton Gorge Hike, Swim & Platypus Adventure

Rp1.842.111
per adult
Mackay: Finch Hatton Gorge Hike, Swim & Platypus Adventure
Adrenaline Jet Boat Rides in Pioneer River Mackay

Adrenaline Jet Boat Rides in Pioneer River Mackay

Rp1.308.008
per adult
Adrenaline Jet Boat Rides in Pioneer River Mackay
Sarina: Rum Distillery Guided Tour and Tasting

Sarina: Rum Distillery Guided Tour and Tasting

Rp218.001
per adult
Sarina: Rum Distillery Guided Tour and Tasting
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Top hotels in North Mackay

Central Tourist Park

Central Tourist Park

2.5 out of 5
15 Malcomson Street, North Mackay, QLD
The price is Rp1.149.738 per night from 29 Sept to 30 Sept
Rp1.149.738
Rp1.149.738 total
29 Sept - 30 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this holiday park in Mackay. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Mackay Regional Botanical Gardens and Bluewater ...
6.2/10 (102 reviews)
"Shower was unusable. Reported to management when leaving & was told previous tenants did not report"

Reviewed on 24 Aug 2025

Central Tourist Park
Kooyong Hotel

Kooyong Hotel

2.5 out of 5
1 Harbour Road, North Mackay, QLD
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp1.045.217 per night from 30 Sept to 1 Oct
Rp1.045.217
Rp1.149.739 total
30 Sept - 1 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Mackay. Enjoy free parking, a pool table and an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions Bluewater Lagoon and Mackay Regional Botanical ...
6.6/10 (202 reviews)
"It was easy to find and the staff were great. Parking right outside the room is so good. Unfortunately there was no crockery or cutlery except for coffee/tea making facilities. Also the towel rail fell off the wall."

Reviewed on 29 Aug 2025

Kooyong Hotel
Coral Cay Resort

Coral Cay Resort

4.5 out of 5
14-18 Nebo Rd, West Mackay, QLD
The price is Rp1.612.590 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
Rp1.612.590
Rp1.773.882 total
5 Oct - 6 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star business-friendly motel in Mackay. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (925 reviews)
"Close to everything"

Reviewed on 24 Sept 2025

Coral Cay Resort
Mackay Oceanside Central Hotel

Mackay Oceanside Central Hotel

4 out of 5
2C East Gordon Street, East Mackay, QLD
The price is Rp1.401.257 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
Rp1.401.257
Rp1.401.257 total
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star motel in Mackay. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (692 reviews)
"Room was clean and quite, Cafe could of offered better choices for breakfast but was ok ."

Reviewed on 18 Sept 2025

Mackay Oceanside Central Hotel
ibis Mackay

ibis Mackay

4 out of 5
Christensen Crescent, Mackay Airport, South Mackay, QLD
The price is Rp1.424.381 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
Rp1.424.381
Rp1.566.819 total
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Mackay. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (538 reviews)
Highly recommend
"The service was good class and the front office nanager at check in was engaging, professional and provided a warm welcome. The only issue, which is really a personal option, the matress on the bed was very soft and provided little support."

Reviewed on 18 Sept 2025

ibis Mackay
White Lace Motor Inn

White Lace Motor Inn

4 out of 5
73 Nebo Rd, West Mackay, QLD
The price is Rp1.421.495 per night from 1 Oct to 2 Oct
Rp1.421.495
Rp1.563.644 total
1 Oct - 2 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly motel in Mackay. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (910 reviews)
"You get what you pay for, outside looks great, inside rooms are from the 80's needs a good update, was clean and tidy, new air conditioning, good pillow, rest is like a typical b grade 80's movie"

Reviewed on 23 Sept 2025

White Lace Motor Inn
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Other neighbourhoods around North Mackay

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Cremorne

While Cremorne isn't home to many top sights, Bluewater Lagoon and Caneland Central are some notable places to visit nearby.

Cremorne
Mackay featuring a bay or harbour, landscape views and general coastal views

City Centre

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

City Centre
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Mount Pleasant

Visitors to Mount Pleasant enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Mount Pleasant Shopping Centre is worth a stop.

Mount Pleasant
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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.

Mackay Harbour
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Andergrove

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Andergrove and surrounding area, you can visit Mackay Regional Botanical Gardens and Mount Pleasant Shopping Centre.

Andergrove
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Beaconsfield

While there might not be top attractions in Beaconsfield, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Northern Beaches Bowls Club and Northern Beaches Central Shopping Centre.

Beaconsfield

North Mackay Travel Guide