South Mackay Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Popular places to visit

Harrup Park

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.

Harrup Park

Great Barrier Reef Arena

Catch an event at Great Barrier Reef Arena during your trip to Mackay. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.

Great Barrier Reef Arena

BB Print Stadium

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

BB Print Stadium

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.

Mackay Basketball Stadium

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

Mackay Marina Village & Shipyard

Explore the waterfront in Mackay with a trip to Mackay Marina Village & Shipyard. While in this relaxing area, you can enjoy the cafes.

Mackay Marina Village & Shipyard

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 South Mackay Hotel Deals

ibis Mackay

ibis Mackay

4 out of 5
Christensen Crescent, Mackay Airport, South Mackay, QLD
The price is AU$143 per night from 24 Oct to 25 Oct
AU$143
24 Oct - 25 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 helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (538 reviews)
Highly recommend
"The service was good class and the front office nanager at check in was engaging, professional and provided a warm welcome. The only issue, which is really a personal option, the matress on the bed was very soft and provided little support."

Reviewed on 18 Sept 2025

ibis Mackay
Cottage in South Mackay

Cottage in South Mackay

South Mackay
Stay at this cottage in Mackay. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and air conditioning. Popular attractions Jubilee Park and Great Barrier Reef Arena are ...
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Cottage in South Mackay
Compact single level home with pool and huge fenced yard

Compact single level home with pool and huge fenced yard

South Mackay
Stay at this vacation home in Mackay. Enjoy private pools, a water park, and a garden. Popular attractions Harrup Park and BB Print Stadium are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (70 reviews)
"Perfect place for me and my kids. House is super kid friendly and had everything we needed"

Reviewed on 10 Mar 2025

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Compact single level home with pool and huge fenced yard
Mackay Oceanside Central Hotel

Mackay Oceanside Central Hotel

4 out of 5
2C East Gordon Street, East Mackay, QLD
The price is AU$137 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
AU$137
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star motel in Mackay. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (692 reviews)
"Room was clean and quite, Cafe could of offered better choices for breakfast but was ok ."

Reviewed on 18 Sept 2025

Mackay Oceanside Central Hotel
Coral Cay Resort

Coral Cay Resort

4.5 out of 5
14-18 Nebo Rd, West Mackay, QLD
The price is AU$133 per night from 2 Oct to 3 Oct
AU$133
2 Oct - 3 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star business-friendly motel in Mackay. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (925 reviews)
"Close to everything"

Reviewed on 24 Sept 2025

Coral Cay Resort
White Lace Motor Inn

White Lace Motor Inn

4 out of 5
73 Nebo Rd, West Mackay, QLD
The price is AU$119 per night from 2 Oct to 3 Oct
AU$119
2 Oct - 3 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly motel in Mackay. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (910 reviews)
"You get what you pay for, outside looks great, inside rooms are from the 80's needs a good update, was clean and tidy, new air conditioning, good pillow, rest is like a typical b grade 80's movie"

Reviewed on 23 Sept 2025

White Lace Motor Inn
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Other neighbourhoods around South Mackay

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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
Mackay featuring a bay or harbour, general coastal views and landscape views

City Centre

While visiting City Centre, you might make a stop by sights like Bluewater Lagoon and Caneland Central.

City Centre
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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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Paget

Travellers like the theme parks in Paget, and Mackay Leisure Centre is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Paget
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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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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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