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Our top choices for Great Barrier Reef Arena hotels

Beach nearby

Beachside Boutique Motel Mackay

Beachside Boutique Motel Mackay
3.0 star property
East Mackay, 1.3 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (144 reviews)
"Lovely place to stay"
Australia
John
The price is RM380
RM418 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Apr - 14 Apr
Beachside Boutique Motel Mackay
Lake

Quest Mackay on Gordon

Quest Mackay on Gordon
4.5 star property
City Centre, 1.8 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (458 reviews)
"Great place to stay, very quiet and clean"
Australia
Bevan
The price is RM447
RM491 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Apr - 27 Apr
Quest Mackay on Gordon
View from room

International Lodge

International Lodge
3.5 star property
City Centre, 2 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (361 reviews)
"Nice clean room easy keysafe access"
Australia
Tangimetua
The price is RM390
RM390 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Apr - 25 Apr
International Lodge
Pub, al fresco dining, open daily

ibis Mackay

ibis Mackay
4.0 star property
South Mackay, 2 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (575 reviews)
"Friendly staff, great location nice breakfast!"
Australia
Pia
The price is RM379
RM417 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Apr - 25 Apr
ibis Mackay
Outdoor pool, pool loungers

Mackay Oceanside Central Hotel

Mackay Oceanside Central Hotel
4.0 star property
East Mackay, 2.2 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (730 reviews)
"Great place to stay. Staff are friendly and helpful. Room clean comfy bed and spotless bathroom. Would highly recommend "
Australia
Maureen
The price is RM333
RM333 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Apr - 27 Apr
Mackay Oceanside Central Hotel
Restaurant

Coral Cay Resort

Coral Cay Resort
4.5 star property
West Mackay, 1.9 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (960 reviews)
"My husban and I have stayed here a few times before and is always a great stay. Staff are fantastic and friendly. Coral Cay resort is our go to for when we need an overnight stay while travelling. "
Australia
Jacqueline
The price is RM366
RM403 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Apr - 10 Apr
Coral Cay Resort
Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Country Plaza Motor Inn

Country Plaza Motor Inn
4.0 star property
West Mackay, 1.9 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (319 reviews)
"Clean but noisy guests during the night."
Australia
Samantha
The price is RM301
RM331 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Apr - 6 Apr
Country Plaza Motor Inn
Outdoor pool

Galaxy Mackay Motor Inn

Galaxy Mackay Motor Inn
3.5 star property
West Mackay, 2.3 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (108 reviews)
"Rooms were spacious and clean, staff friendly and polite. "
Australia
Tammy
The price is RM351
RM386 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Apr - 2 Apr
Galaxy Mackay Motor Inn
Front of property

White Lace Motor Inn

White Lace Motor Inn
4.0 star property
West Mackay, 1.9 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (970 reviews)
"parking was easy"
Australia
Douglas
The price is RM319
RM351 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Apr - 20 Apr
White Lace Motor Inn
Outdoor dining

MainStay Suites Mackay

MainStay Suites Mackay
4.5 star property
City Centre, 2 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (203 reviews)
"Great amenities close to everything. Great staff"
Australia
Anne
The price is RM633
RM633 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Apr - 21 Apr
MainStay Suites Mackay
Premium bedding, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Tropic Coast Motel

Tropic Coast Motel
3.5 star property
West Mackay, 2.1 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (373 reviews)
"Yes. The whole room was spot on. Staff very very friendly "
Australia
Michael
The price is RM322
RM354 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Apr - 2 Apr
Tropic Coast Motel
Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Coral Sands Motel

Coral Sands Motel
3.5 star property
City Centre, 1.9 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (565 reviews)
"Room was spotless and host was very friendly and courteous Close to all types of eating venues Enjoyed our stay"
Australia
Karen
The price is RM344
RM378 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Apr - 5 Apr
Coral Sands Motel
Garden

Casa Nostra Motel Mackay

Casa Nostra Motel Mackay
4.0 star property
West Mackay, 1.9 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (111 reviews)
"Very nice stay 😃 "
Australia
Tammy
The price is RM336
RM370 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Apr - 27 Apr
Casa Nostra Motel Mackay
View from room

Mid City Motor Inn

Mid City Motor Inn
3.5 star property
City Centre, 2.3 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (720 reviews)
"yes"
Australia
Ron
The price is RM316
RM347 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Apr - 12 Apr
Mid City Motor Inn
Outdoor pool

Mackay Rose Motel

Mackay Rose Motel
3.0 star property
West Mackay, 2.2 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (173 reviews)
"Location was very central. Room was very basic but clean "
Australia
Barb
The price is RM338
RM372 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Apr - 14 Apr
Mackay Rose Motel
Private kitchen

Pacific Sands Apartments

Pacific Sands Apartments
4.5 star property
East Mackay, 2.3 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (462 reviews)
"Staff where amazing "
Australia
John
The price is RM359
RM395 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Apr - 27 Apr
Pacific Sands Apartments
Lunch and dinner served

The Metropolitan Hotel

The Metropolitan Hotel
3.0 star property
City Centre, 1.8 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena
7.8 out of 10, Good, (110 reviews)
"The staff were excellent. Spoke to the girls at the bar and they went out of their way to help. Top service, well done."
Australia
Andrew
The price is RM312
RM343 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Apr - 3 Apr
The Metropolitan Hotel
Laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Miners Lodge Motor Inn

Miners Lodge Motor Inn
3.5 star property
West Mackay, 1.9 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena
7.8 out of 10, Good, (343 reviews)
"It felt like home!"
Australia
Doug
The price is RM298
RM328 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Apr - 2 Apr
Miners Lodge Motor Inn
View from property

Sun Plaza Motel Mackay

Sun Plaza Motel Mackay
3.0 star property
West Mackay, 1.9 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena
"Just a nice reasonable place to stay a night or two i always stay here when visiting Mackay which is often "
Australia
Vincent
The price is RM276
RM303 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Apr - 2 Apr
Sun Plaza Motel Mackay
Dining

Reef Resort Motel

Reef Resort Motel
4.0 star property
West Mackay, 2.2 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena
7.6 out of 10, Good, (322 reviews)
"The botanic gardens was a close walk away, same as a 24/7 IGA -Cole’s. Close to the airport "
Australia
Brooke
The price is RM339
RM373 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Apr - 5 Apr
Reef Resort Motel
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Compare popular hotels close to Great Barrier Reef Arena

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Beach nearby
Beachside Boutique Motel Mackay
3.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
144 reviews
View
Lake
Quest Mackay on Gordon
4.5 star property
9.2
Wonderful
458 reviews
View
View from room
International Lodge
3.5 star property
9.0
Wonderful
361 reviews
View
Pub, al fresco dining, open daily
ibis Mackay
4.0 star property
8.8
Excellent
575 reviews
View
Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Mackay Oceanside Central Hotel
4.0 star property
8.8
Excellent
730 reviews
View

Top Great Barrier Reef Arena Hotel Reviews

Rydges Mackay Suites

Rydges Mackay Suites

8/10 Good
"Rydges Mackay Suites 7/10 1. Desk/usable table (close to power points) ✔️ 2. Free Wifi ✔️ 3. Occasional Chair or couch ✔️ 4. Coffee Facilities (pod machine) ✖️ 5. Luggage Stand (for suitcase) ✔️ 6. Iron and Ironing Board ✔️ 7. Walk-in shower (not a shower in a tub or disabled bathroom) ✔️ 8. Mini bar ✖️ 9. Room Service (not Uber Eats) ✖️ 10. Good lighting ✖️ 11. Queen Bed (not 2 singles pushed together as a King) ✔️ 12. Soap (bar of soap) ✔️ 13. Full-length mirror ✔️ The apartment had washed dryer combo and cooking facilities."
Trevor 1-night trip
Posted 15 hours ago
Rydges Mackay Suites

Hotels near other Great Barrier Reef Arena attractions

Harrup Park

4.4/5 (67 reviews)
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.
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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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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 14 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 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Great Barrier Reef Arena, Shakespeare Motel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data. Other good choices within a few miles include Mackay Oceanside Central Hotel and Coral Cay Resort.
How many hotels can I expect to find near Great Barrier Reef Arena?
Expedia has 14 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 Ken Burgess Orchid House, Jubilee Park or Mackay Regional Botanic Gardens 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.