West Mackay Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
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 Regional Botanic Gardens
Explore the great outdoors at Mackay Regional Botanic Gardens, a lovely green space in Mackay. Stroll along this relaxing area's marina or simply enjoy its cafes.
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.
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.
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.
Mount Pleasant Shopping Centre
You can enjoy retail therapy at Mount Pleasant Shopping Centre during your visit to Mackay. Stroll along this relaxing area's marina or simply enjoy its cafes.
Things to do

Mackay: Finch Hatton Gorge Hike, Swim & Platypus Adventure

Sarina: Sarina Sugar Shed Guided Tour with Tastings

Adrenaline Jet Boat Rides in Pioneer River Mackay
Top hotels in West Mackay

Coral Cay Resort
All good
Reviewed on 29 Oct 2025

White Lace Motor Inn
Always great, friendly staff, great location
Reviewed on 7 Nov 2025

Sun Plaza Motel Mackay
The rooms are always clean and tidy, the receptionist/s are the nicest people you will meet, always go above and beyond to make sure your stay is wonderful. Ample parking, comfy beds, hot showers.
Reviewed on 4 Nov 2025

The Marco Polo
Friendly staff, clean, combfortable & quiet. I'll be staying here again. Cheers, Josh
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025

Mackay Resort Motel
Great rooms.
Reviewed on 4 Nov 2025

Country Plaza Motor Inn
I really enjoyed my stay at this motel. The room was exceptionally clean and well-maintained. It’s conveniently located — just a short drive to nearby shops, which made things easy. I didn’t get a chance to use the pool because of the storm, but it looked amazing. Overall, I’d definitely recommend ...
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around West Mackay

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

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.

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

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.

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

East Mackay
Unique features of East Mackay include the restaurants and beaches. Make a stop by Ken Burgess Orchid House or Town Beach while you're exploring the area.
