Mackay Region Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Where to stay in Mackay Region

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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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South Mackay

South Mackay is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Great Barrier Reef Arena and Illawong Beach.

South Mackay
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North Mackay

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

North Mackay
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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.

West Mackay
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Blacks Beach

Visitors to Blacks Beach enjoy its beaches, and if you want to do some exploring, Blacks Beach Park is worth a stop.

Blacks Beach
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Dolphin Heads

The restaurants and gardens are a few reasons travellers visit Dolphin Heads. Want to see more of the surrounding area? Eimeo Beach and Bucasia Beach are a few top sights nearby.

Dolphin Heads
White Lace Motor Inn
White Lace Motor Inn
4 out of 5
73 Nebo Rd, West Mackay, QLD
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! (884 reviews)
"Dated but clean and comfortable, very handy to nearby bowling club( 10% motel discount on food and drinks)"

Reviewed on 3 Jul 2025

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White Lace Motor Inn
The Marco Polo
The Marco Polo
4 out of 5
46 Nebo Road, West Mackay, QLD
The price is Rp1.466.508 per night from 24 Jul to 25 Jul
Rp1.466.508
Rp1.613.159 total
24 Jul - 25 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Mackay. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and dry cleaning or laundry services. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (666 reviews)
"Clean, quiet and comfortable."

Reviewed on 6 Jul 2025

The Marco Polo
Coral Cay Resort
Coral Cay Resort
4.5 out of 5
14-18 Nebo Rd, West Mackay, QLD
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! (910 reviews)
"Wonderful rooms"

Reviewed on 7 Jul 2025

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Coral Cay Resort
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Riviera Mackay
Riviera Mackay
4 out of 5
5 - 7 Nelson St, Mackay, QLD
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Mackay. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the property condition ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (432 reviews)
Great location and wonderful room
"We had a large spacious suite with an extensive balcony area. The staff were very nice and an issue with a tripped fuse was fixed quickly. However over the six nights the room was serviced once and we had to ask for supplies."

Reviewed on 7 Jul 2025

Riviera Mackay
Pacific Sands Apartments
Pacific Sands Apartments
4.5 out of 5
3 Kirribilli Avenue, East Mackay, QLD
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Mackay. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (425 reviews)
"Apartment was fine, heavily used though and some things were wornout or broken ( no knob on the ceiling fan switch, one window wouldn't close properly). But the staff were very friendly and the area was very quiet."

Reviewed on 2 Apr 2025

Pacific Sands Apartments
Lanai Riverside Apartments
Lanai Riverside Apartments
4.5 out of 5
20 River Street, Mackay, QLD
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Mackay. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (437 reviews)
"Amazing as usual we always stay here when we are in Mackay."

Reviewed on 18 Jun 2025

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Popular places to visit

Finch Hatton Gorge

Finch Hatton Gorge

Explore the great outdoors at Finch Hatton Gorge, a lovely green space in Finch Hatton. Discover the area's mountain views and sunsets.

Finch Hatton Gorge
Lamberts Beach

Lamberts Beach

4.5/5(4 reviews)

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Lamberts Beach during your travels in Mackay?

Lamberts Beach

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

3/5(3 reviews)

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

5/5(3 reviews)

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

Things to do

Mackay: Finch Hatton Gorge Hike, Swim & Platypus Adventure

Mackay: Finch Hatton Gorge Hike, Swim & Platypus Adventure

Rp1.798.735
per adult
Mackay: Finch Hatton Gorge Hike, Swim & Platypus Adventure
Sarina: Guided Tour of the Sarina Sugar Shed with Tasting

Sarina: Guided Tour of the Sarina Sugar Shed with Tasting

Rp319.302
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Sarina: Guided Tour of the Sarina Sugar Shed with Tasting
Adrenaline Jet Boat Rides in Pioneer River Mackay

Adrenaline Jet Boat Rides in Pioneer River Mackay

Rp947.263
per adult
Adrenaline Jet Boat Rides in Pioneer River Mackay
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Cities near Mackay Region

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