Mackay Region

Travel Guide

Mackay region and Whitsundays aerial drone image with blue water and rivers over sand banks
Step off the plane and straight into the crystal clear waters of Keswick Island! You can literally snorkel just off the end of the runway with some of the most vibrant coral we've ever seen on an inner reef! ☀️🌴🐟😀
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Those magical Mackay skies! 🌅🌴🐠😀
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Perfect morning at Cape Hillsborough! ☀️🌴
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Where to stay in Mackay Region

Mackay Harbour sunrise 🌅🐟🌴
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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
Lambert Beach Lookout at Slade Point Mackay QLD Australia on Saturday 6 June 2020

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.

South Mackay
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City Centre

If you're spending some time in City Centre, Bluewater Lagoon and Caneland Central are top sights worth seeing.

City Centre
Shoal Point Beach north of Mackay, Australia.

North Mackay

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

North Mackay
Panoramic view of Cape Hillsborough with Wedge Island and reef in Cape Hillsborough National Park in Australia.

Dolphin Heads

Dolphin Heads is well-liked for its restaurants and gardens. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, Eimeo Beach and Bucasia Beach are some interesting sights nearby to check out.

Dolphin Heads
Beautiful Pioneer River at Marian looking East.

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.

East Mackay
ibis Mackay

ibis Mackay

4 out of 5
Christensen Crescent South Mackay QLD
The price is ¥14,635 per night from Apr 10 to Apr 11
¥14,635
¥16,098 total
Apr 10 - Apr 11
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Mackay. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (575 reviews)
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Reviewed on Mar 17, 2026

ibis Mackay
Coral Cay Resort

Coral Cay Resort

4.5 out of 5
14-18 Nebo Rd West Mackay QLD
The price is ¥13,535 per night from Mar 21 to Mar 22
¥13,535
¥15,022 total
Mar 21 - Mar 22
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly motel in Mackay. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (960 reviews)
Big rooms , comfy beds, clean and tidy and food is amazing even when room service

Reviewed on Mar 6, 2026

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 ¥14,418 per night from Apr 19 to Apr 20
¥14,418
¥14,418 total
Apr 19 - Apr 20
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Mackay. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (726 reviews)
Great place to stay. Staff are friendly and helpful. Room clean comfy bed and spotless bathroom. Would highly recommend

Reviewed on Mar 6, 2026

Mackay Oceanside Central Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Pacific Sands Apartments

Pacific Sands Apartments

4.5 out of 5
3 Kirribilli Avenue East Mackay QLD
Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in Mackay. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
Pacific Sands Apartments
Riviera Mackay

Riviera Mackay

4 out of 5
5 - 7 Nelson St Mackay QLD
Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Mackay. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the property condition ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (452 reviews)
Excellent room Staff extremely helpful and pleasant

Reviewed on Feb 17, 2026

Riviera Mackay
Monterey Moranbah

Monterey Moranbah

4 out of 5
15 Bacon Street Moranbah QLD
Stay at this aparthotel in Moranbah. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Moranbah Fair and Lions Park are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (114 reviews)
Property has great facilities and location. Why the poor review? cleaning is terrible. Fix the cleaning and it would be great

Reviewed on Feb 24, 2026

Monterey Moranbah
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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