North Mackay Travel Guide

Mackay

A beach with palm trees, a small island, and a clear blue sky.
A yellow and brown orchid with green leaves.
A coastal landscape with a sandy beach, clear turquoise waters, and rocky outcrops.
A close-up of orchids with yellow and green striped petals.

Stay near popular North Mackay attractions

Mackay Regional Botanical Gardens

8.4/10 (18 reviews)
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.
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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

Rp370.442
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

Rp246.961
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

Rp1.728.728
per adult
Adrenaline Jet Boat Rides in Pioneer River Mackay
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Top hotels in North Mackay

Kooyong Hotel

Kooyong Hotel

2.5 out of 5
1 Harbour Road North Mackay QLD
The price is Rp960.820 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
Rp960.820
Rp1.056.953 total
2 Aug - 3 Aug
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 ...
6.8/10 (229 reviews)
"Clean Room Kind helpful staff!"

Reviewed on 5 Jul 2026

Kooyong Hotel
Central Tourist Park

Central Tourist Park

2.5 out of 5
15 Malcomson Street North Mackay QLD
The price is Rp1.373.209 per night from 8 Aug to 9 Aug
Rp1.373.209
Rp1.373.209 total
8 Aug - 9 Aug
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 ...
6.4/10 (109 reviews)
"When I told the staff member that I had lost power in my room due to the electric skillet shorting out the system she was rude, hung up on me and then wouldn't pick up. The power was restored but the skillet was not replaced. I have stayed there before and was in for 5 nights this time"

Reviewed on 29 May 2026

Central Tourist Park
Mackay Oceanside Central Hotel

Mackay Oceanside Central Hotel

4 out of 5
2C East Gordon Street East Mackay QLD
The price is Rp1.684.833 per night from 12 Jul to 13 Jul
Rp1.684.833
Rp1.684.833 total
12 Jul - 13 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Mackay. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (755 reviews)
"Sraff were lovely, bed was comfy, great water pressure and continental breakfast was spot on"

Reviewed on 25 Jun 2026

Mackay Oceanside Central Hotel
ibis Mackay

ibis Mackay

4 out of 5
Christensen Crescent South Mackay QLD
The price is Rp1.610.595 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
Rp1.610.595
Rp1.771.654 total
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Mackay. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (594 reviews)
"It was a good stay for a night while in transit. Handy location next to airport terminal. Deep fryer was out of action so restaurant had limited options. Would stay again."

Reviewed on 6 Jul 2026

ibis Mackay
Mackay Resort Motel

Mackay Resort Motel

4 out of 5
154 Nebo Road West Mackay QLD
The price is Rp1.647.085 per night from 26 Jul to 27 Jul
Rp1.647.085
Rp1.811.793 total
26 Jul - 27 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly motel in Mackay. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"Very pleasant surroundings, staff very helpful. Rooms nice & roomy"

Reviewed on 3 Jul 2026

Mackay Resort Motel
Mid City Motor Inn

Mid City Motor Inn

3.5 out of 5
2 Macalister St Mackay QLD
The price is Rp1.441.231 per night from 13 Jul to 14 Jul
Rp1.441.231
Rp1.585.303 total
13 Jul - 14 Jul
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! (737 reviews)
"Clean and tidy. Close to and walking distance to centre of town. Great riverside boardwalk and cafes"

Reviewed on 8 Jul 2026

Mid City Motor Inn
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Where to stay in North Mackay

Find the best North Mackay 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 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 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.

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.

North Mackay Travel Guide