South Mackay Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit South Mackay
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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.
Our pick of the best South Mackay Hotel Deals
ibis Mackay
"Couldn't order diner because the kitchen closed early, and the male staff member was very rude and unprofessional about it. He then closed the bar early, even while there was a line of people still checking in, and waiting to order. Then to top off the rude and unprofessional staff member, the bed ..."
Reviewed on 10 June 2026
Charming Coastal Home in South Mackay
Mackay Oceanside Central Hotel
"Been here many times and is consistently clean and fresh looking. Comfy bed. Value for money."
Reviewed on 22 June 2026
Country Plaza Motor Inn
"Very clean , manager was on the phone when we arrived so busy passed me the key that was it . Didn’t see him again. The place was nice and quiet and clean."
Reviewed on 6 June 2026
Mackay Resort Motel
"Everything was amazing"
Reviewed on 15 June 2026
Quest Mackay on Gordon
Our guide on where to stay in South Mackay
Mackay Harbour
Mackay Harbour is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Mackay Marina Village & Shipyard and Floodway Conservation Area.
City Centre
While visiting City Centre, you might make a stop by sights like Bluewater Lagoon and Caneland Central.
Blacks Beach
Visitors to Blacks Beach enjoy its beaches, and if you want to do some exploring, Blacks Beach Park is worth a stop.
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.
North Mackay
Travellers like the shopping in North Mackay, and Mackay Regional Botanical Gardens is a top attraction you might want to visit.
