What is East Mackay like?

East Mackay is a welcoming neighbourhood that travellers like for its restaurants and cycling. Are you looking for East Mackay travel tips? Make sure that you visit Ken Burgess Orchid House and Town Beach while you're in the neighbourhood.

Where is the best place to stay in East Mackay?

Based on our traveller data, Pacific Sands Apartments is one of the top choices for your stay in East Mackay. This aparthotel offers an outdoor pool and free parking. Other good choices for your stay in the neighbourhood include Mackay Oceanside Central Hotel and Beachside Boutique Motel Mackay .

How many hotels will I find in the East Mackay area?

When you want to put your feet up after a day of exploring the sights in Mackay, you can choose from 11 Expedia hotels and other accommodation options in East Mackay.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in East Mackay, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel bookings are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view the best deals in East Mackay.

What is there to do around this Mackay neighbourhood?

A few attractions you might want to check out while you're in East Mackay are Ken Burgess Orchid House and Town Beach. When you're sightseeing in Mackay, Far Beach and Great Barrier Reef Arena are also worth a stop.

Top 10 East Mackay Hotels of 2026

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Our top choices for East Mackay hotels

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

1. Mackay Oceanside Central Hotel

East Mackay

Elena-Lea

RM362 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Nov - 25 Nov

A beach with a sandy shore and calm water.

2. Beachside Boutique Motel Mackay

East Mackay

Pamela

RM500 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Nov - 12 Nov

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

3. Ocean International

East Mackay

Joel

RM462 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

A modern kitchen with a central island, a dining area with chairs, and a view of the outdoors.

4. Pacific Sands Apartments

East Mackay

Sam

RM492 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

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

5. Quest Mackay on Gordon

City Centre, 1.8 km from East Mackay

Peter

RM544 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Nov - 21 Nov

A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, a coffee table, a sofa, and a balcony with a view.

6. Oaks Mackay Carlyle Suites

City Centre, 1.6 km from East Mackay

Victoria

RM768 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Nov - 7 Nov

A cafe with wooden tables and stools, a bar area, and shelves with potted plants.

7. Rydges Mackay Suites

City Centre, 2.2 km from East Mackay

meghan

RM585 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Nov - 7 Nov

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

8. ibis Mackay

South Mackay, 3.3 km from East Mackay

gail

RM410 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Nov - 7 Nov

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

9. International Lodge

City Centre, 2.4 km from East Mackay

Anonymous traveller

RM358 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A covered outdoor area with a metal railing, a grassy lawn, and a view of a body of water and trees.

10. Mid City Motor Inn

City Centre, 2.6 km from East Mackay

John

RM327 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Nov - 7 Nov

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.

11. White Lace Motor Inn

West Mackay, 3.4 km from East Mackay

Desmond

RM334 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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

12. MainStay Suites Mackay

City Centre, 2.4 km from East Mackay

Anne

RM574 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Nov - 21 Nov

A hotel room with two beds, a painting on the wall, and an air conditioning unit.

13. Shakespeare Motel

2.4 km from East Mackay

Frank

RM386 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Nov - 7 Nov

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

14. Coral Cay Resort

West Mackay, 3.1 km from East Mackay

Adrien

RM416 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Nov - 21 Nov

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

15. The Marco Polo

West Mackay, 3.4 km from East Mackay

Casey

RM462 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

16. Oaks Mackay Rivermarque Hotel

City Centre, 2.6 km from East Mackay

Gerard

RM653 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

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

17. Mackay Resort Motel

West Mackay, 3.8 km from East Mackay

Craig

RM400 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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

18. Riviera Mackay

City Centre, 2.7 km from East Mackay

Colin

RM647 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

A bar area with a digital screen displaying a score of 77, a brick wall with greenery, and a bar counter with stools.

19. The Metropolitan Hotel

City Centre, 1.7 km from East Mackay

Shelley

RM372 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A swimming pool with a water feature, surrounded by palm trees and lounge chairs.

20. Mantra Mackay

Mackay Harbour, 5.2 km from East Mackay

Allan

RM555 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Nov - 28 Nov

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Compare popular hotels in East Mackay

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Beachside Boutique Motel Mackay	3.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 174 reviews	View
Mackay Oceanside Central Hotel	4.0 star property	8.8 Excellent 774 reviews	View
Ocean International	3.0 star property	8.8 Excellent 308 reviews	View
Pacific Sands Apartments	4.5 star property	8.2 Very good 484 reviews	View
Quest Mackay on Gordon	4.5 star property	9.2 Wonderful 498 reviews	View

Where to stay in East Mackay

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A sunset over a coastal industrial area with silos and cranes.

Mackay Harbour

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A coastal landscape with a beach, ocean, and distant industrial structures.

South Mackay

South Mackay is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Great Barrier Reef Arena and BB Print Stadium.

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A swimming pool surrounded by palm trees and modern buildings.

City Centre

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A coastal landscape with a beach, clear blue sea, and lush greenery.

Dolphin Heads

The restaurants and gardens are a few reasons travellers visit Dolphin Heads. Want to see more of the surrounding area? Eimeo Beach and Bucasia Beach are a few top sights nearby.

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