City Centre Travel Guide

Mackay

A swimming pool surrounded by palm trees and modern buildings.
A beach with a sailboat anchored near the shore, surrounded by calm waters and a sunset sky.
A historic building with arched windows and columns, a roundabout, and palm trees.
A clock tower with a red brick facade and a clear blue sky in the background.
A sunset over a cityscape with buildings and palm trees.

Stay near popular City Centre attractions

Bluewater Lagoon

9.0/10 (267 reviews)
Bring your family to Bluewater Lagoon and have a fun-filled day at this theme park in Mackay. Wander around the gardens in this relaxing area or simply enjoy its cafes.
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Things to do

Sarina: Rum Distillery Guided Tour and Tasting

Sarina: Rum Distillery Guided Tour and Tasting 30 mins

฿471
per adult
Sarina: Rum Distillery Guided Tour and Tasting 30 mins
Sarina: Guided Tour of the Sarina Sugar Shed with Tasting

Sarina: Sarina Sugar Shed Guided Tour with Tastings

฿777
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Sarina: Sarina Sugar Shed Guided Tour with Tastings
Mackay: Finch Hatton Gorge Hike, Swim & Platypus Adventure

Mackay: Finch Hatton Gorge Hike, Swim & Platypus Adventure

฿3,979
per adult
Mackay: Finch Hatton Gorge Hike, Swim & Platypus Adventure
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Top hotels in City Centre

Quest Mackay on Gordon

Quest Mackay on Gordon

4.5 out of 5
27 Gordon Street Mackay QLD
The price is ฿4,070 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
฿4,070
฿4,477 total
11 Oct - 12 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Mackay. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (494 reviews)
"Stayed at The Quest quite a few times now and will continue to do so when visiting Mackay. Central to all our needs. Very comfortable stay."

Reviewed on 21 Sept 2026

Quest Mackay on Gordon
Rydges Mackay Suites

Rydges Mackay Suites

4 out of 5
9 Gregory Street Mackay QLD
The price is ฿4,389 per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
฿4,389
฿4,828 total
27 Sept - 28 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Mackay. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Artspace Mackay and Jubilee Park ...
Rydges Mackay Suites
Oaks Mackay Rivermarque Hotel

Oaks Mackay Rivermarque Hotel

4 out of 5
55-63 River Street Mackay QLD
The price is ฿4,458 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
฿4,458
฿4,904 total
4 Oct - 5 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Mackay. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Popular attractions Bluewater Lagoon and Artspace Mackay are located ...
8.4/10 Very good! (591 reviews)
"The staff were superb - professional and knowledgeable. The hotel is in a wonderful place for travel, food and views. We sat on the balcony and enjoyed the sunset and then the sunrise the next morning - quite gorgeous. We would be pleased to visit this hotel again"

Reviewed on 23 Sept 2026

Oaks Mackay Rivermarque Hotel
Mid City Motor Inn

Mid City Motor Inn

3.5 out of 5
2 Macalister St Mackay QLD
The price is ฿2,879 per night from 30 Sept to 1 Oct
฿2,879
฿3,167 total
30 Sept - 1 Oct
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! (752 reviews)
"Looked very run down."

Reviewed on 22 Sept 2026

Mid City Motor Inn
Riviera Mackay

Riviera Mackay

4 out of 5
5 - 7 Nelson St Mackay QLD
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿5,322 per night from 15 Oct to 16 Oct
฿5,322
฿5,322 total
15 Oct - 16 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Mackay. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the property condition in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (464 reviews)
"All good, we just had a one night stop over on our travels but it was perfect for that."

Reviewed on 21 Sept 2026

Riviera Mackay
International Lodge

International Lodge

3.5 out of 5
40 Macalister Street Mackay QLD
The price is ฿3,402 per night from 9 Oct to 10 Oct
฿3,402
฿3,402 total
9 Oct - 10 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly motel in Mackay. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Artspace Mackay and Jubilee Park ...
International Lodge
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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.
Photo by Holly Webb
Open Photo by Holly Webb

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 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.

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.

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.

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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