South Mackay
Mackay
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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.
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 Base Hospital
If Mackay Base Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Mackay.
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.
Things to do
Mackay: Finch Hatton Gorge Hike, Swim & Platypus Adventure
Sarina: Sarina Sugar Shed Guided Tour with Tastings
Sarina: Rum Distillery Guided Tour and Tasting 30 mins
Top hotels in South Mackay
ibis Mackay
Friendly staff, great location nice breakfast!
Reviewed on 26 Dec 2025
White Lace Motor Inn
Room was clean and tidy. Check in process was good. Continental breakfast was easy. The mattresses were a bit uncomfortable but other than that, everything was seamless
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Coral Cay Resort
Room was spacious but normal side of the road motel furniture and bathroom
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026
Rydges Mackay Suites
Great location, lovely reception staff, close to bars and shops. Housekeeping service and cleaning left a little to be desired.
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
Quest Mackay on Gordon
Always a pleasure to stay at quest. Great service and the amenities are always great.
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
The Marco Polo
Noisy as in flight path, but bearable
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around South Mackay
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.
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 Mackay Regional Botanic Gardens and Pioneer Valley.
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.
Ooralea
Ooralea might not have many top sights, but Mackay Leisure Centre and Ooralea Racecourse are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
