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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, (150 reviews)
"Always a great stay. Always clean, always welcoming, always so nice to know we will get a good night sleep here. "
Australia
George R
The price is RM332
RM489 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Jul - 12 Jul
Beachside Boutique Motel Mackay
Exterior

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, (471 reviews)
"Beautiful property, couldn't fault anything"
Australia
Ann
The price is RM469
RM516 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul
Quest Mackay on Gordon
View from property

Ocean International

Ocean International
3.0 star property
East Mackay, 1.3 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (302 reviews)
"Amazing staff and always a clean spotless room"
Australia
Hayley
The price is RM475
RM522 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Jul - 9 Jul
Ocean International
Exterior

Shakespeare Motel

Shakespeare Motel
4.0 star property
1.5 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (421 reviews)
"Nice property."
Australia
Joanne
The price is RM347
RM382 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Jul - 10 Jul
Shakespeare Motel
Exterior

Shamrock Gardens Motel

Shamrock Gardens Motel
3.5 star property
West Mackay, 2.2 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (269 reviews)
"Clean, lovely, friendly staff, nice pool, great spot "
Australia
Greg
The price is RM436
RM480 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Jul - 13 Jul
Shamrock Gardens Motel
Children’s play area – outdoor

Alara Motor Inn

Alara Motor Inn
3.5 star property
West Mackay, 1.9 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (384 reviews)
"Good for a one-night stay. "
Australia
Sonika
The price is RM338
RM372 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul
Alara Motor Inn
Beach

Riviera Mackay

Riviera Mackay
4.0 star property
City Centre, 2.3 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (461 reviews)
"Excellent room Staff extremely helpful and pleasant"
Australia
Craig
The price is RM520
RM520 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
Riviera Mackay
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, (365 reviews)
"Well appointed and very clean. "
Australia
U
The price is RM280
RM280 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Jul - 26 Jul
International Lodge
Exterior

Mackay Resort Motel

Mackay Resort Motel
4.0 star property
West Mackay, 2.1 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"An excellent place to stop after a long journey. Friendly staff, lovely room, comfy bed and convenient location. "
Australia
Richard
The price is RM370
RM407 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul
Mackay Resort Motel
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, (592 reviews)
"Very convenient location. Well kept rooms."
Australia
Nicole
The price is RM434
RM477 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jul - 5 Jul
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, (753 reviews)
"Staff are always helpful and the room is clean and bed extremely comfortable. Would highly recommend"
Australia
Maureen
The price is RM408
RM408 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Jul - 7 Jul
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, (978 reviews)
"Great location"
Australia
Katie
The price is RM374
RM412 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Jul - 18 Jul
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, (330 reviews)
"Very clean and comfortable. Easy and roomy parking. The flight path overhead was interesting but acceptable. "
Australia
Shane
The price is RM312
RM343 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Jul - 10 Jul
Country Plaza Motor Inn
Front of property

The Marco Polo

The Marco Polo
4.0 star property
West Mackay, 1.9 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (715 reviews)
"Friendly staff, late check-in is available. Room was clean and spacious. Free car park. Would stay again if in the area! Good value."
Australia
Lawrence
The price is RM363
RM399 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Jul - 17 Jul
The Marco Polo
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 RM564
RM564 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Jul - 18 Jul
MainStay Suites Mackay
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, (996 reviews)
"Easy parking."
Australia
Raymond
The price is RM316
RM347 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jul - 6 Jul
White Lace Motor Inn
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, (379 reviews)
"Needed the floor moped. It was extremely dirty. Every thing else was fine"
Australia
Jaimie
The price is RM329
RM362 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jul - 5 Jul
Tropic Coast Motel
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Lanai Riverside Apartments

Lanai Riverside Apartments
4.5 star property
City Centre, 2.3 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (451 reviews)
"A good stay very convenient."
Australia
Nigel
The price is RM869
RM869 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Jul - 16 Jul
Lanai Riverside Apartments
Bar (on property)

Rydges Mackay Suites

Rydges Mackay Suites
4.0 star property
City Centre, 1.9 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Was great"
Australia
Andrew
The price is RM474
RM521 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
Rydges Mackay Suites
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, (113 reviews)
"updated"
Australia
Julian
The price is RM312
RM343 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Jul - 11 Jul
Casa Nostra Motel Mackay
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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
150 reviews
View
Exterior
Quest Mackay on Gordon
4.5 star property
9.2
Wonderful
471 reviews
View
View from property
Ocean International
3.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
302 reviews
View
Exterior
Shakespeare Motel
4.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
421 reviews
View
Exterior
Shamrock Gardens Motel
3.5 star property
9.2
Wonderful
269 reviews
View

Top Great Barrier Reef Arena Hotel Reviews

Coral Cay Resort

Coral Cay Resort

10/10 Excellent
"The rooms are very spacious and clean, the staff are very friendly and helpful and the food is amazing"
Micheal 4-night trip
Posted 6 hours ago
Coral Cay Resort

Hotels near other Great Barrier Reef Arena attractions

Harrup Park

8.8/10 (154 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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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 13 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
Where is the best place to stay close to Great Barrier Reef Arena?
Ibis Mackay is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. It's located 1.3 mi (2 km) from Great Barrier Reef Arena. Other good choices within a few miles include Mackay Oceanside Central Hotel and Mackay Resort Motel.
How many hotels can I expect to find near Great Barrier Reef Arena?
Expedia has 13 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, Mackay Regional Botanic Gardens or Jubilee Park 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.