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A beach with a sandy shore and calm water.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a balcony.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, and a sink. There is a dining area with wicker chairs and a small table.

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

1. Beachside Boutique Motel Mackay

East Mackay, 1.3 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena

Justin

AU$175

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A resort with a pool, palm trees, and a gazebo.

A person holding a plate with food and a chalkboard menu listing specials.

A hotel lobby with a patterned carpet, a reception desk with a plant and water bottles, an ATM sign, and a digital screen displaying a welcome message.

An outdoor patio area with a covered seating area, tables, and chairs, surrounded by greenery and plants.

2. Shamrock Gardens Motel

West Mackay, 2.2 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena

Stephen

AU$159

includes taxes & fees

26 Sept - 27 Sept

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

A modern kitchen with dark cabinets, a wooden dining table, and a city view through large windows.

A multi-story hotel with balconies, a sign for 'Quest', and a 'Family Dental' clinic at the ground level.

A modern hotel room with a large window, a sofa, a desk, a chair, a small table, and a TV.

3. Quest Mackay on Gordon

City Centre, 1.8 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena

Veronica

AU$183

includes taxes & fees

24 Oct - 25 Oct

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

A swimming pool with a water slide, surrounded by palm trees and a multi-story hotel building.

A wooden boardwalk through a dense forest with large trees and lush greenery.

A balcony with a round table and yellow chairs, overlooking a body of water and a bridge.

4. Riviera Mackay

City Centre, 2.3 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena

Colin

AU$252

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a brick wall.

A pool area with a sign for the Shakespeare Motel and a restaurant named Romeo & Juliet's.

A two-story building with a brick facade, large windows with decorative grills, outdoor seating with umbrellas, and a garden area with flowers and shrubs.

5. Shakespeare Motel

1.5 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena

Joanne

AU$132

includes taxes & fees

24 Oct - 25 Oct

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

A balcony with a table and chairs, overlooking a red-roofed building and palm trees.

A hotel with a covered driveway, a large arched window, and a sign indicating a night bell.

6. Mackay Resort Motel

West Mackay, 2.1 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena

Melanie

AU$136

includes taxes & fees

24 Oct - 25 Oct

A swimming pool area with lounge chairs and a covered patio.

A covered outdoor seating area with a white table and black chairs, a wall covered with climbing plants, and a tiled floor.

A neatly made bed with a tray holding a glass vase with a plant, a teapot, and a cup of tea.

An open patio with a dining area, a ceiling fan, and a view into the kitchen.

7. Alara Motor Inn

West Mackay, 1.9 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena

Gabriele

AU$155

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

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

A reception desk with a large mirror, framed certificates, and a small plant.

An International Lodge Motel building with a sign indicating a vacancy.

A hotel reception area with a counter, framed pictures on the wall, and a carpeted hallway.

8. International Lodge

City Centre, 2 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena

Anonymous traveller

AU$161

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A bar area with shelves of wine bottles and a rack of wine glasses.

A modern bar area with a bar counter, stools, and a television screen displaying sports.

A modern hotel with a prominent 'HOTEL' sign, a covered entrance, and a visible 'Mark' sign in the background.

A modern lounge area with a sofa, armchairs, and a coffee table. There is a large digital display on the wall and a view of the outside through large windows.

9. ibis Mackay

South Mackay, 2 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena

gail

AU$165

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

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

A parking area with a white van, a building entrance with a sign, and a small kiosk.

An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, a covered walkway, and a pool in the background.

A modern building with a covered walkway, outdoor seating area, and a parking lot.

10. Mackay Oceanside Central Hotel

East Mackay, 2.2 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena

Jacinta

AU$135

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

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

A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel sink, and a granite countertop.

A room with a brick wall, a ceiling fan, a minibar, and a DVD player.

A kitchen with a stone backsplash, wooden counter, and a ceiling fan.

11. Country Plaza Motor Inn

West Mackay, 1.9 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena

Maree

AU$122

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A view from a window overlooking a body of water with distant landforms, surrounded by lush greenery.

An outdoor pool area with seating and tables, surrounded by glass walls and a wooden deck.

A spacious dining area with large windows, wicker chairs, and tables set for dining.

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

12. Ocean International

East Mackay, 1.3 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena

Joel

AU$185

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

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

A hotel lobby with a staircase, a reception desk, and a view of the interior.

A bar area with a wooden counter, bar stools, and a seating area with a sofa and cushions.

A modern hotel with a covered entrance, palm trees, and a signboard.

13. Coral Cay Resort

West Mackay, 1.9 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena

Angela

AU$140

includes taxes & fees

24 Oct - 25 Oct

A modern living room with brown leather sofas, a wooden coffee table, and a kitchen in the background.

A poolside area with a lounge chair and a buffet table with snacks.

14. Lanai Riverside Apartments

City Centre, 2.3 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena

Karen

AU$286

includes taxes & fees

10 Oct - 11 Oct

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

A clear blue swimming pool with a white lounge chair and metal ladder.

A modern hotel entrance with a sign reading "The Marcopolo Hotel".

A hotel room with two beds, a bedside table with a lamp, a wall-mounted shelf, and a window with curtains.

15. The Marco Polo

West Mackay, 1.9 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena

Marcus

AU$153

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

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

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, and a dining table with fruit.

A modern hotel room with a dining area, kitchenette, and a bed.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a built-in oven, and a coffee machine. There is a dining table with a laptop and a plant.

16. MainStay Suites Mackay

City Centre, 2 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena

Jillian

AU$210

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

A hotel room with a large bed, two smaller beds, a desk with a computer, and a ceiling fan.

A fenced backyard with a playground, including a slide and a swing set.

A backyard with a swimming pool, a wooden bench, and a small table with chairs.

A two-story building with a covered entrance, large windows, and a red-tiled roof.

17. Tropic Coast Motel

West Mackay, 2.1 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena

louise

AU$123

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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.

A hotel room with two beds, a green sofa, a dining table, and a painting of a sunset.

A hotel room with two beds, a teal sofa, a wooden coffee table, a dining area with chairs, and a kitchen area.

A pool area with a person on a float, a large vase with flowers, and a white fence.

18. White Lace Motor Inn

West Mackay, 1.9 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena

Paul

AU$127

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A hotel room with a balcony, a bed, a desk, and a chair.

A modern outdoor swimming pool with clear blue water, a tiled deck, and a minimalist architectural design.

An aerial view of a cityscape with a prominent multi-story building, a marina, and a clear sky.

19. Oaks Mackay Rivermarque Hotel

City Centre, 2.3 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena

Phil

AU$209

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A two-story building with a pool, outdoor seating, and palm trees.

A small kitchenette with a microwave, kettle, and a TV mounted on the wall. There are three white chairs and a wooden cabinet.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a countertop, and a view of the street.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a television, and a small kitchenette.

20. Casa Nostra Motel Mackay

West Mackay, 1.9 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena

Ross

AU$119

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Great Barrier Reef Arena

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Beachside Boutique Motel Mackay	9.6 Exceptional 170 reviews	View
Shamrock Gardens Motel	9.2 Wonderful 271 reviews	View
Quest Mackay on Gordon	9.2 Wonderful 494 reviews	View
Riviera Mackay	9.2 Wonderful 464 reviews	View
Shakespeare Motel	9.0 Wonderful 436 reviews	View

Top Great Barrier Reef Arena Hotel Reviews

Shakespeare Motel

10/10 Excellent

"Great spot to stop for the night and reset. The beds were comfortable and the room was very neat and tidy for the price. The Bowls club nearby had great dinner options!"

Oaks Mackay Carlyle Suites

10/10 Excellent

"certainly, would recommend staying here as the location was very central to all the Mackay CBD easy walking to the local pubs for Counter meals or even for the adventurous a short and safe walk into the CBD to the local specialty restaurants or for the eat on the run addicts Dominos , MacDonalds and the local "Best Fish Shop " in Mackay, Vellas are all with in a 2 block radius"

Coral Cay Resort

10/10 Excellent

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Oaks Mackay Rivermarque Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"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"

Quest Mackay on Gordon

10/10 Excellent

"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."

Riviera Mackay

10/10 Excellent

"All good, we just had a one night stop over on our travels but it was perfect for that."

Mackay Resort Motel

8/10 Good

"Good sized room and nice and clean"

White Lace Motor Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Nice big room very helpful guys.Def stay again"

Beachside Boutique Motel Mackay

10/10 Excellent

"Top spot, friendly staff"

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Harrup Park

8.8/10 (154 reviews)

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Mackay Basketball Stadium

Catch an event at Mackay Basketball Stadium during your trip to Mackay. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.

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BB Print Stadium

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Mackay Enertainment and Convention Centre

8.8/10 (28 reviews)

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Ken Burgess Orchid House

8.0/10 (3 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to Ken Burgess Orchid House during your stay in Mackay. Stroll along this relaxing area's marina or simply enjoy its cafes.

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Jubilee Park

8.0/10 (51 reviews)

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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 16 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 16 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 Jubilee Park, Mackay Regional Botanic Gardens or Ken Burgess Orchid House 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.

Top Hotels Near Great Barrier Reef Arena in Mackay from AU$119

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Our top choices for Great Barrier Reef Arena hotels

1. Beachside Boutique Motel Mackay

2. Shamrock Gardens Motel

3. Quest Mackay on Gordon

4. Riviera Mackay

5. Shakespeare Motel

6. Mackay Resort Motel

7. Alara Motor Inn

8. International Lodge

9. ibis Mackay

10. Mackay Oceanside Central Hotel

11. Country Plaza Motor Inn

12. Ocean International

13. Coral Cay Resort

14. Lanai Riverside Apartments

15. The Marco Polo

16. MainStay Suites Mackay

17. Tropic Coast Motel

18. White Lace Motor Inn

19. Oaks Mackay Rivermarque Hotel

20. Casa Nostra Motel Mackay

Compare popular hotels close to Great Barrier Reef Arena

Top Great Barrier Reef Arena Hotel Reviews

Shakespeare Motel

Oaks Mackay Carlyle Suites

Coral Cay Resort

Oaks Mackay Rivermarque Hotel

Quest Mackay on Gordon

Riviera Mackay

Mackay Resort Motel

White Lace Motor Inn

Beachside Boutique Motel Mackay

Other attractions near Great Barrier Reef Arena

Harrup Park

Mackay Basketball Stadium

BB Print Stadium

Mackay Enertainment and Convention Centre

Ken Burgess Orchid House

Jubilee Park

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