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Our top choices for Great Barrier Reef Arena hotels

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a television, a ceiling fan, and a view of the outdoors.

1. Beachside Boutique Motel Mackay

Beachside Boutique Motel Mackay
3.0 star property
East Mackay, 1.3 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (175 reviews)
"Great stay"
Australia
Pamela
The price is ฿2,814
฿4,134 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Beachside Boutique Motel Mackay
A balcony with a round table and yellow chairs, overlooking a body of water and a bridge.

2. Riviera Mackay

Riviera Mackay
4.0 star property
City Centre, 2.3 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (470 reviews)
"Nice location and good accommodation!"
New Zealand
Colin
The price is ฿5,335
฿5,335 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Riviera Mackay
A multi-story hotel with balconies, large windows, and a prominent sign.

3. Quest Mackay on Gordon

Quest Mackay on Gordon
4.5 star property
City Centre, 1.8 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (498 reviews)
"First time there … was excellent location and great service :)"
Australia
Peter
The price is ฿4,094
฿4,503 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Nov - 28 Nov
Quest Mackay on Gordon
A resort with a pool, palm trees, and a gazebo.

4. Shamrock Gardens Motel

Shamrock Gardens Motel
3.5 star property
West Mackay, 2.2 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (273 reviews)
"Great location and large rooms."
Australia
Stephen
The price is ฿3,540
฿3,894 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Shamrock Gardens Motel
A swimming pool with a tiled deck, surrounded by palm trees and a building with balconies.

5. Mackay Resort Motel

Mackay Resort Motel
4.0 star property
West Mackay, 2.1 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"Great location and comfortable rooms"
Australia
Craig
The price is ฿3,007
฿3,308 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Mackay Resort Motel
A two-story building with a pool and outdoor seating area.

6. Shakespeare Motel

Shakespeare Motel
4.0 star property
1.5 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (440 reviews)
"Clean, spacious, quiet.parking was good."
Australia
Frank
The price is ฿2,903
฿3,193 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov
Shakespeare Motel
A swimming pool area with lounge chairs and a covered patio.

7. Alara Motor Inn

Alara Motor Inn
3.5 star property
West Mackay, 1.9 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (394 reviews)
"We liked the spacious room and that it was pet friendly and the staff were nice. It was very cold at night, an extra blanket would have been nice. But all in all a great place to stay."
Australia
Gabriele
The price is ฿2,988
฿3,287 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Alara Motor Inn
A hotel room with a bed, bedside lamps, a chair, and artwork on the wall.

8. International Lodge

International Lodge
3.5 star property
City Centre, 2 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (380 reviews)
"Staff were friendly, room was clean and spotless. Would visit again :)"
Australia
Anonymous traveller
The price is ฿3,832
฿3,832 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
International Lodge
A modern hotel with a prominent 'HOTEL' sign, a covered entrance, and a visible 'Mark' sign in the background.

9. ibis Mackay

ibis Mackay
4.0 star property
South Mackay, 2 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (615 reviews)
"Great place to stay! Clean ,right beside airport and staff were so helpful! Good restsurant that did room delivery!all you need after a long day travelling!"
Australia
gail
The price is ฿3,072
฿3,379 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Nov - 21 Nov
ibis Mackay
A modern hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a clear blue sky.

10. Mackay Oceanside Central Hotel

Mackay Oceanside Central Hotel
4.0 star property
East Mackay, 2.2 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (774 reviews)
"Friendly staff and clean room"
Australia
Elena-Lea
The price is ฿3,185
฿3,185 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Nov - 27 Nov
Mackay Oceanside Central Hotel
A view from a window overlooking a body of water with distant landforms, surrounded by lush greenery.

11. Ocean International

Ocean International
3.0 star property
East Mackay, 1.3 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (308 reviews)
"Good place good location good service"
Australia
Joel
The price is ฿3,464
฿3,810 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Ocean International
A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a nightstand, and a window with curtains.

12. Country Plaza Motor Inn

Country Plaza Motor Inn
4.0 star property
West Mackay, 1.9 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (338 reviews)
"Ideal location"
Australia
Maree
The price is ฿2,867
฿3,154 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Nov - 27 Nov
Country Plaza Motor Inn
A modern building with a pool area.

13. Lanai Riverside Apartments

Lanai Riverside Apartments
4.5 star property
City Centre, 2.3 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (456 reviews)
"The apartment was clean and tidy. Easy to check in."
Australia
Karen
The price is ฿7,244
฿7,244 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov
Lanai Riverside Apartments
A swimming pool with a curved edge, surrounded by palm trees and a building with a covered patio area.

14. Coral Cay Resort

Coral Cay Resort
4.5 star property
West Mackay, 1.9 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"A nice room to stay in for work"
Australia
Adrien
The price is ฿3,128
฿3,441 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Nov - 21 Nov
Coral Cay Resort
A hotel entrance with a sign reading "The Marco Polo Hotel," a flag, and a well-maintained lawn.

15. The Marco Polo

The Marco Polo
4.0 star property
West Mackay, 1.9 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (725 reviews)
"This place was great! The staff were very helpful"
Australia
Casey
The price is ฿3,464
฿3,810 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
The Marco Polo
A hotel room with a large bed, two smaller beds, a desk with a computer, and a ceiling fan.

16. Tropic Coast Motel

Tropic Coast Motel
3.5 star property
West Mackay, 2.1 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (390 reviews)
"We had a average short stop here. It was an easy check in, and the hotel was helpful in leaving us a key as we arrived after reception had closed. The room was great, just want we needed. It was well equipped and we parked right outside our room. Excellent."
United Kingdom
louise
The price is ฿2,742
฿3,017 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Nov - 27 Nov
Tropic Coast Motel
An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, umbrellas, and a view of the city at night.

17. MainStay Suites Mackay

MainStay Suites Mackay
4.5 star property
City Centre, 2 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (205 reviews)
"Great amenities close to everything. Great staff"
Australia
Anne
The price is ฿4,498
฿4,734 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Dec - 6 Dec
MainStay Suites Mackay
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.

18. White Lace Motor Inn

White Lace Motor Inn
4.0 star property
West Mackay, 1.9 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (999 reviews)
"Nice property for a one night stop."
Australia
Desmond
The price is ฿2,511
฿2,762 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
White Lace Motor Inn
A two-story building with a pool, outdoor seating, and palm trees.

19. Casa Nostra Motel Mackay

Casa Nostra Motel Mackay
4.0 star property
West Mackay, 1.9 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (122 reviews)
"Exceptionally clean and comfortable bed."
Australia
Jenni
The price is ฿2,545
฿2,799 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Nov - 26 Nov
Casa Nostra Motel Mackay
A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, a coffee table, a sofa, and a balcony with a view.

20. Oaks Mackay Carlyle Suites

Oaks Mackay Carlyle Suites
4.0 star property
City Centre, 1.5 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (380 reviews)
"The reception staff were so kind. The apartment was huge and we had a beautiful stay."
Australia
Victoria
The price is ฿5,752
฿6,327 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Nov - 8 Nov
Oaks Mackay Carlyle Suites
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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Compare popular hotels close to Great Barrier Reef Arena

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a television, a ceiling fan, and a view of the outdoors.
Beachside Boutique Motel Mackay
3.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
175 reviews
View
A balcony with a round table and yellow chairs, overlooking a body of water and a bridge.
Riviera Mackay
4.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
470 reviews
View
A multi-story hotel with balconies, large windows, and a prominent sign.
Quest Mackay on Gordon
4.5 star property
9.2
Wonderful
498 reviews
View
A resort with a pool, palm trees, and a gazebo.
Shamrock Gardens Motel
3.5 star property
9.2
Wonderful
273 reviews
View
A swimming pool with a tiled deck, surrounded by palm trees and a building with balconies.
Mackay Resort Motel
4.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,004 reviews
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Top Great Barrier Reef Arena Hotel Reviews

Miners Lodge Motor Inn

Miners Lodge Motor Inn

8/10 Good
"Though not new. It was quality in its own way. Thought of everything that was needed and cost was great"
Theresa 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Miners Lodge Motor Inn

Other attractions near Great Barrier Reef Arena

Harrup Park

8.8/10 (154 reviews)
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.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Great Barrier Reef Arena?
Great Barrier Reef Arena is located in Mackay. Travellers like this welcoming area for its beaches. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 15 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
Where is the best place to stay close to Great Barrier Reef Arena?
Located a short 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Great Barrier Reef Arena, Beachside Boutique Motel Mackay is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data. Other good choices within a few miles include Coral Cay Resort and ibis Mackay.
How many hotels can I expect to find near Great Barrier Reef Arena?
Expedia has 15 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Great Barrier Reef Arena.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Great Barrier Reef Arena, will I receive a refund?
Yes, you'll find most hotel bookings are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before check in. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view the top deals on offer near Great Barrier Reef Arena.
What can I see and do near Great Barrier Reef Arena?
You can wander around Ken Burgess Orchid House, Mackay Regional Botanic Gardens or Jubilee Park if you want a dose of fresh air. Dip your toes in the water at Far Beach, Town Beach and Illawong Beach. Create some family memories at Bluewater Lagoon and Mackay Leisure Centre.