What's it like in City Centre?

Travellers will be sure to enjoy their time in Mackay's City Centre neighbourhood. Make sure that you visit Bluewater Lagoon and Caneland Central as part of your City Centre travel plans.

Where is the best hotel for a stay in City Centre?

Based on our traveller data, Quest Mackay on Gordon is one of the top choices for your stay in City Centre. This hotel offers an outdoor pool and private balconies. Other good choices for your stay in the area include Oaks Mackay Rivermarque Hotel and Rydges Mackay Suites .

How many hotels will I be able to find in the City Centre area?

With 19 Expedia hotels and other accommodation options in City Centre to choose from, this is a good starting point for exploring the greater Mackay area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in City Centre, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel bookings are refundable if you cancel before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get top deals in City Centre.

What are the top things to see and do in City Centre?

Spend some time exploring the natural setting of City Centre with a visit to Bluewater Lagoon and Jubilee Park. Caneland Central and Artspace Mackay are also a couple of places to visit in the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around City Centre include Ken Burgess Orchid House, Great Barrier Reef Arena and Mackay Basketball Stadium. While you're out sightseeing, BB Print Stadium and Town Beach are a couple of additional sights to visit in Mackay.

The Best Hotels in City Centre, Mackay - 2026 Updated Prices

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Our top choices for City Centre hotels

A hotel room with a bed, bedside lamps, a chair, and artwork on the wall.

1. International Lodge

City Centre

Anonymous traveller

฿3,821 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Sept - 26 Sept

A cafe with wooden tables and stools, a bar area, and shelves with potted plants.

2. Rydges Mackay Suites

City Centre

Sam

฿5,593 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A covered outdoor area with a metal railing, a grassy lawn, and a view of a body of water and trees.

3. Mid City Motor Inn

City Centre

John

฿3,202 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Sept - 15 Sept

A beach with clear blue water, sandy shore, and dense green foliage.

4. Riviera Mackay

City Centre

Colin

฿4,988 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A balcony with a table, chairs, and a vase with white flowers.

5. Oaks Mackay Rivermarque Hotel

City Centre

฿4,483 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

6. Lanai Riverside Apartments

City Centre

Karen

฿7,305 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Sept - 19 Sept

A multi-story hotel with balconies, large windows, and a prominent sign.

7. Quest Mackay on Gordon

City Centre

Shuk Fun

฿4,333 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, umbrellas, and a view of the city at night.

8. MainStay Suites Mackay

City Centre

Jillian

฿4,975 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Sept - 26 Sept

A backyard with palm trees, a wooden play structure, and a white building in the background.

9. Paradise Lodge Motel

City Centre

Francis

฿2,736 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A bar area with a digital screen displaying a score of 77, a brick wall with greenery, and a bar counter with stools.

10. The Metropolitan Hotel

City Centre

Shelley

฿3,543 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Sept - 18 Sept

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a painting on the wall.

11. Coral Sands Motel

City Centre

Graham

12. Oaks Mackay Carlyle Suites

City Centre

Victoria

฿5,202 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A two-story building with a pool and outdoor seating area.

13. Shakespeare Motel

0.6 km from City Centre

Joanne

฿3,301 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Sept - 24 Sept

A two-story hotel with a white facade, balconies, and a sign indicating a motor inn with free fast check-in and 24-hour check-in.

14. White Lace Motor Inn

West Mackay, 1.8 km from City Centre

Dale

฿2,883 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A spacious dining area with multiple tables and chairs, large windows, and hanging plants.

15. Coral Cay Resort

West Mackay, 1.3 km from City Centre

Angela

฿3,458 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A modern hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a clear blue sky.

16. Mackay Oceanside Central Hotel

East Mackay, 2.1 km from City Centre

Jacinta

฿3,211 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a nightstand, and a window with curtains.

17. Country Plaza Motor Inn

West Mackay, 1.6 km from City Centre

Maree

฿3,095 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A swimming pool with a hot tub, surrounded by a fenced patio area.

18. Sun Plaza Motel Mackay

West Mackay, 1.5 km from City Centre

david

฿2,609 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A hotel entrance with a sign reading "The Marco Polo Hotel," a flag, and a well-maintained lawn.

19. The Marco Polo

West Mackay, 1.6 km from City Centre

Marcus

฿3,442 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Sept - 22 Sept

A swimming pool with a tiled deck, surrounded by palm trees and a building with balconies.

20. Mackay Resort Motel

West Mackay, 2.3 km from City Centre

Melanie

฿3,377 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

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Compare popular hotels in City Centre

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Quest Mackay on Gordon	4.5 star property	9.2 Wonderful 491 reviews	View
Riviera Mackay	4.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 463 reviews	View
International Lodge	3.5 star property	9.0 Wonderful 372 reviews	View
Lanai Riverside Apartments	4.5 star property	8.8 Excellent 453 reviews	View
Rydges Mackay Suites	4.0 star property	8.6 Excellent 1,000 reviews	View

Where to stay in City Centre

Find the best City Centre areas for the activities you enjoy most.

A sunset over a coastal industrial area with silos and cranes.

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.

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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 BB Print Stadium and Great Barrier Reef Arena.

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A beach with palm trees, a small island, and a clear blue sky.

North Mackay

North Mackay is well liked for its shopping. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Mackay area, you might plan a trip to Bluewater Lagoon or Caneland Central.

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A coastal landscape with a large island surrounded by calm blue waters, featuring rocky outcrops and dense greenery.

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.

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A beach at sunset with a clear sky, ocean waves, and palm trees.

Blacks Beach

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

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Top City Centre Hotel Reviews

ibis Mackay

10/10 Excellent

"Quick overnight stay at the Airport hotel. Quite peaceful and didn’t even hear the planes dispite being next to the airport . Staff were very friendly and helpful."