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Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; seafood, pool views
The Resort @ Dolphin Heads

The Resort @ Dolphin Heads

The Resort @ Dolphin Heads
3.5 star property
Dolphin Heads
7.4 out of 10, Good, (483)
"Spotless uncluttered room Easy check in Very obliging friendly hosts "
Australia
Robyn
The price is AU$155
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
The Resort @ Dolphin Heads
Outdoor pool
Cape Hillsborough Nature Tourist Park

Cape Hillsborough Nature Tourist Park

Cape Hillsborough Nature Tourist Park
2.0 star property
Cape Hillsborough
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (40)
"We lived our studio cabin. Very clean and stocked with everything we needed for our stay. The pool was very nice and you can’t beat the location for watching the animals at sunrise."
Australia
Karen
The price is AU$199
includes taxes & fees
19 Jan - 20 Jan 2026
Cape Hillsborough Nature Tourist Park
Spa
Quest Mackay on Gordon

Quest Mackay on Gordon

Quest Mackay on Gordon
4.5 star property
City Centre
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (440)
"The room was comfortable. The pool was nice and the staff were all exceptional. Thanks for the great stay!"
Canada
Mia
The price is AU$189
includes taxes & fees
8 Jan - 9 Jan 2026
Quest Mackay on Gordon
Family Room (Standard)
Mid City Motor Inn

Mid City Motor Inn

Mid City Motor Inn
3.5 star property
City Centre
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (707)
"Great location on the river a short walk to shops and restaurants "
Australia
Alistair
The price is AU$132
includes taxes & fees
26 Dec - 27 Dec
Mid City Motor Inn
King Balcony | View from room
Coral Cay Resort

Coral Cay Resort

Coral Cay Resort
4.5 star property
West Mackay
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (944)
"Great place to stay "
Australia
kristian
The price is AU$137
includes taxes & fees
30 Dec - 31 Dec
Coral Cay Resort
Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM, pool loungers
The Marco Polo

The Marco Polo

The Marco Polo
4.0 star property
West Mackay
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (701)
"Beautiful place and lovely workers, close and convenient"
United States
Georga
The price is AU$155
includes taxes & fees
25 Dec - 26 Dec
The Marco Polo
Outdoor pool, pool loungers
ibis Mackay

ibis Mackay

ibis Mackay
4.0 star property
South Mackay
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (559)
"Staff were very courteous and the hotel was clean and cool. "
United States
Karla
The price is AU$135
includes taxes & fees
16 Jan - 17 Jan 2026
ibis Mackay
Reception
Casa Nostra Motel Mackay

Casa Nostra Motel Mackay

Casa Nostra Motel Mackay
4.0 star property
West Mackay
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (109)
"Top notch "
Australia
Mikey
The price is AU$128
includes taxes & fees
30 Dec - 31 Dec
Casa Nostra Motel Mackay
Outdoor pool, open 7:30 AM to 8:00 PM, pool loungers
White Lace Motor Inn

White Lace Motor Inn

White Lace Motor Inn
4.0 star property
West Mackay
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (943)
"Excellent bistro @ Bowl Club a block away; receive 10 % off when you show your room key. Older motel right on main highway. Value priced "
Canada
Gloria
The price is AU$129
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
White Lace Motor Inn
Property grounds
Comfort Resort Blue Pacific

Comfort Resort Blue Pacific

Comfort Resort Blue Pacific
3.5 star property
Blacks Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (117)
"Great service, lovely accommodation and beautiful location."
Australia
Carl
The price is AU$190
includes taxes & fees
7 Jan - 8 Jan 2026
Comfort Resort Blue Pacific
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Scoping out the transportation options in Dolphin Heads can help keep you on budget. The closest airport is 9.5 mi (15.3 km) away from the centre in Mackay, QLD (MKY). Dolphin Heads might not have many public transport choices so a rental car could be an economical alternative to explore more of the area.

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