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: Guided Tour of the Sarina Sugar Shed with Tasting

Sarina: Sarina Sugar Shed Guided Tour with Tastings

฿696
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Sarina: Sarina Sugar Shed Guided Tour with Tastings
Sarina: Rum Distillery Guided Tour and Tasting

Sarina: Rum Distillery Guided Tour and Tasting 30 mins

฿464
per adult
Sarina: Rum Distillery Guided Tour and Tasting 30 mins
Mackay: Finch Hatton Gorge Hike, Swim & Platypus Adventure

Mackay: Finch Hatton Gorge Hike, Swim & Platypus Adventure

฿3,920
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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿4,564 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
฿4,564
฿5,021 total
17 Aug - 18 Aug
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! (480 reviews)
"We don’t review a lot of places we stay in unless they are something special . This hotel is a special place and an amazing building and hotel . Like a self contained mini city . We had a large one beddy apartment and it would have to be the best laid out space on the market . Everything worked so ..."

Reviewed on 27 Jul 2026

Quest Mackay on Gordon
Rydges Mackay Suites

Rydges Mackay Suites

4 out of 5
9 Gregory Street Mackay QLD
The price is ฿5,163 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
฿5,163
฿5,679 total
2 Aug - 3 Aug
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 ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,000 reviews)
"We had a very enjoyable stay. The room was clean, tidy, and well-presented, with comfortable beds and everything we needed. The staff were friendly, welcoming, and happy to help whenever we had questions. There was plenty of convenient parking, which made coming and going easy. Overall, the motel ..."

Reviewed on 24 Jul 2026

Rydges Mackay Suites
Mid City Motor Inn

Mid City Motor Inn

3.5 out of 5
2 Macalister St Mackay QLD
The price is ฿2,865 per night from 11 Aug to 12 Aug
฿2,865
฿3,151 total
11 Aug - 12 Aug
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! (739 reviews)
"Over priced for something that’s a bit run down"

Reviewed on 28 Jul 2026

Mid City Motor Inn
Riviera Mackay

Riviera Mackay

4 out of 5
5 - 7 Nelson St Mackay QLD
The price is ฿4,928 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
฿4,928
฿4,928 total
9 Aug - 10 Aug
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! (461 reviews)
"Great location"

Reviewed on 10 Jun 2026

Riviera Mackay
Oaks Mackay Rivermarque Hotel

Oaks Mackay Rivermarque Hotel

4 out of 5
55-63 River Street Mackay QLD
The price is ฿4,245 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
฿4,245
฿4,670 total
30 Aug - 31 Aug
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 ...
Oaks Mackay Rivermarque Hotel
The Metropolitan Hotel

The Metropolitan Hotel

3 out of 5
17 Gordon Street Mackay QLD
The price is ฿3,130 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
฿3,130
฿3,442 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Mackay. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Popular attractions Ken Burgess Orchid House and Artspace Mackay are located ...
The Metropolitan Hotel
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Where to stay in City Centre

Find the best City Centre areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A beach with waves at sunset, rocks, and a colorful sky.
Photo by Mark Fitz
Open Photo by Mark Fitz

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 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 Great Barrier Reef Arena and BB Print Stadium.

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 river with clear blue water, surrounded by rocks and greenery.

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.

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

North Mackay

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

City Centre Travel Guide