City Centre Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Popular places to visit

Caneland Central

During your trip to Mackay, you can do some window-shopping at Caneland Central. Stroll along this family-friendly area's marina or simply enjoy its cafes.

Caneland Central

Bluewater Lagoon

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.

Bluewater Lagoon

Mackay Enertainment and Convention Centre

Learn about the events happening in Mackay Enertainment and Convention Centre during your trip to Mackay. Wander the marina and gardens in this relaxing area.

Mackay Enertainment and Convention Centre

Jubilee Park

After visiting Jubilee Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Mackay. Wander the marina and gardens in this relaxing area.

Jubilee Park

Artspace Mackay

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Artspace Mackay in Mackay. Wander the marina and gardens in the area.

Artspace Mackay

Mackay Base Hospital

If Mackay Base Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Mackay.

Mackay Base Hospital

Activities

Mackay: Finch Hatton Gorge Hike, Swim & Platypus Adventure

Mackay: Finch Hatton Gorge Hike, Swim & Platypus Adventure

AU$169
per adult
Mackay: Finch Hatton Gorge Hike, Swim & Platypus Adventure
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Our pick of the best City Centre Hotel Deals

Rydges Mackay Suites

Rydges Mackay Suites

4 out of 5
9 Gregory Street, Mackay, QLD
The price is AU$219 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
AU$219
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Mackay. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the room service in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (998 reviews)
"The hotel is very convenient to all of Mackay, enjoyed our mini break only small down is the very minimal range of equipment in the fitness centre. The breakfast was really great super selection, highly suggest booking breakfast when booking your room. Overall agreat stay as usual many thanks"

Reviewed on 15 Oct 2025

Rydges Mackay Suites
Quest Mackay on Gordon

Quest Mackay on Gordon

4.5 out of 5
27 Gordon Street, Mackay, QLD
The price is AU$189 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
AU$189
9 Nov - 10 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Mackay. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (427 reviews)
"Close to everything. Friendly staff. Good size room."

Reviewed on 5 Oct 2025

Quest Mackay on Gordon
Oaks Mackay Rivermarque Hotel

Oaks Mackay Rivermarque Hotel

4 out of 5
55-63 River Street, Mackay, QLD
The price is AU$215 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
AU$215
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Mackay. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Popular attractions Bluewater Lagoon and Artspace Mackay are located ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (549 reviews)
Chess
"Was great love the chess board on the roof clean bbq are greatt staff"

Reviewed on 15 Oct 2025

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 AU$128 per night from 24 Oct to 25 Oct
AU$128
24 Oct - 25 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly motel in Mackay. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (695 reviews)
"Staff could not have been more helpful."

Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025

Mid City Motor Inn
Coral Sands Motel

Coral Sands Motel

3.5 out of 5
44 Macalister Street, Mackay, QLD
The price is AU$130 per night from 20 Oct to 21 Oct
AU$130
20 Oct - 21 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star motel in Mackay. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (546 reviews)
"Nice place.. lots of opt Ions for dining"

Reviewed on 14 Oct 2025

Coral Sands Motel
Aligned Corporate Residences Mackay

Aligned Corporate Residences Mackay

4.5 out of 5
38 Macalister Street, Mackay, QLD
The price is AU$216 per night from 25 Oct to 26 Oct
AU$216
25 Oct - 26 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Mackay. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Artspace Mackay and Jubilee Park ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (202 reviews)
"Great amenities close to everything. Great staff"

Reviewed on 28 Sept 2025

Aligned Corporate Residences Mackay
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Other neighbourhoods around City Centre

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Cremorne

While Cremorne isn't home to many top sights, Bluewater Lagoon and Caneland Central are some notable places to visit nearby.

Cremorne
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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.

East Mackay
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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.

South Mackay
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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.

West Mackay
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North Mackay

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

North Mackay
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Mount Pleasant

Visitors to Mount Pleasant enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Mount Pleasant Shopping Centre is worth a stop.

Mount Pleasant

City Centre Travel Guide

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