South Mackay
Mackay
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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.
Water Bird Habitat Conservation Area
Explore the great outdoors at Water Bird Habitat Conservation Area, a lovely green space in Mackay. Stroll along the area's marina or simply enjoy its restaurants.
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Sarina: Sarina Sugar Shed Guided Tour with Tastings
Sarina: Rum Distillery Guided Tour and Tasting 30 mins
Top hotels in South Mackay
ibis Mackay
"We stayed here for a night to stop off on the way up coast. It was perfect for what we wanted, just a place to sleep for the night before heading off in the morning. The room was clean and perfect for the night. It had free parking for guests and right next to the airport for those travelling by ..."
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Mackay Oceanside Central Hotel
"Pretty good. For the price. TV on the fritz!"
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Mackay Resort Motel
"Best place to stay in Mackay wicked rooms amazing pool with a total resort feel really good rate can’t go wrong here"
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Mid City Motor Inn
"Beds feel like you are sleeping on clouds , felt very welcomed.. beautiful BBQ area nice and relaxing to even just sit at , definitely will book again"
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Quest Mackay on Gordon
"n/a"
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Riviera Mackay
"Unable to use some of the appliances as we’re out of order. Very disrespectful people in other apartments on the last night . With doors slamming and music way to loud ."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around South Mackay
East Mackay
Unique features of East Mackay include the restaurants and beaches. Make a stop by Town Beach or Ken Burgess Orchid House while you're exploring the area.
City Centre
While visiting City Centre, you might make a stop by sights like Bluewater Lagoon and Caneland Central.
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.
Paget
Travellers like the theme parks in Paget, and Mackay Leisure Centre is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Cremorne
While Cremorne isn't home to many top sights, Bluewater Lagoon and Caneland Central are some notable places to visit nearby.
North Mackay
Travellers like the shopping in North Mackay, and Mackay Regional Botanical Gardens is a top attraction you might want to visit.
