City Centre

Mackay

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Popular places to visit

Caneland Central

During your trip to Mackay, you can do some window-shopping at Caneland Central. Stroll along this family-friendly area's marina or simply enjoy its cafes.

Caneland Central

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.

Bluewater Lagoon

Mackay Enertainment and Convention Centre

Learn about the events happening in Mackay Enertainment and Convention Centre during your trip to Mackay. Wander the marina and gardens in this relaxing area.

Mackay Enertainment and Convention Centre

Jubilee Park

After visiting Jubilee Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Mackay. Wander the marina and gardens in this relaxing area.

Jubilee Park

Artspace Mackay

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Artspace Mackay in Mackay. Wander the marina and gardens in the area.

Artspace Mackay

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 Base Hospital

Things to do

Sarina: Guided Tour of the Sarina Sugar Shed with Tasting

Sarina: Guided Tour of the Sarina Sugar Shed with Tasting

RM83
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Sarina: Guided Tour of the Sarina Sugar Shed with Tasting
Sarina: Rum Distillery Guided Tour and Tasting

Sarina: Rum Distillery Guided Tour and Tasting

RM55
per adult
Sarina: Rum Distillery Guided Tour and Tasting
Mackay: Finch Hatton Gorge Hike, Swim & Platypus Adventure

Mackay: Finch Hatton Gorge Hike, Swim & Platypus Adventure

RM468
per adult
Mackay: Finch Hatton Gorge Hike, Swim & Platypus Adventure
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Top hotels in City Centre

Rydges Mackay Suites

Rydges Mackay Suites

4 out of 5
9 Gregory Street, Mackay, QLD
The price is RM519 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
RM519
RM571 total
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Mackay. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the room service in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (997 reviews)
"Excellent location and helpful friendly staff. Loved our stay."

Reviewed on 2 Aug 2025

Rydges Mackay Suites
Oaks Mackay Rivermarque Hotel

Oaks Mackay Rivermarque Hotel

4 out of 5
55-63 River Street, Mackay, QLD
The price is RM534 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
RM534
RM588 total
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Mackay. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Popular attractions Bluewater Lagoon and Artspace Mackay are located ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (548 reviews)
"The breakfast being included was great. The cafe did a really nice breakfast."

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025

Oaks Mackay Rivermarque Hotel
Quest Mackay on Gordon

Quest Mackay on Gordon

4.5 out of 5
27 Gordon Street, Mackay, QLD
The price is RM505 per night from 17 Oct to 18 Oct
RM505
RM555 total
17 Oct - 18 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Mackay. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (426 reviews)
"Close to everything. Friendly staff. Good size room."

Reviewed on 5 Oct 2025

Quest Mackay on Gordon
Mid City Motor Inn

Mid City Motor Inn

3.5 out of 5
2 Macalister St, Mackay, QLD
The price is RM318 per night from 16 Oct to 17 Oct
RM318
RM350 total
16 Oct - 17 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly motel in Mackay. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (690 reviews)
"Close to town, cheap"

Reviewed on 21 Sept 2025

Mid City Motor Inn
Coral Sands Motel

Coral Sands Motel

3.5 out of 5
44 Macalister Street, Mackay, QLD
The price is RM323 per night from 14 Oct to 15 Oct
RM323
RM355 total
14 Oct - 15 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star motel in Mackay. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (545 reviews)
"Staff helpful and friendly"

Reviewed on 5 Oct 2025

Coral Sands Motel
Riviera Mackay

Riviera Mackay

4 out of 5
5 - 7 Nelson St, Mackay, QLD
The price is RM642 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
RM642
RM642 total
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Mackay. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the property condition ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (442 reviews)
"Clean room, but had Clean the room sign out for three days. ( Not done) ended up asking cleaner for clean towels. A little disappointing"

Reviewed on 7 Oct 2025

Riviera Mackay
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Other neighbourhoods around City Centre

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Cremorne

While Cremorne isn't home to many top sights, Bluewater Lagoon and Caneland Central are some notable places to visit nearby.

Cremorne
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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.

East Mackay
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South Mackay

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

South Mackay
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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.

West Mackay
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North Mackay

Travellers like the shopping in North Mackay, and Mackay Regional Botanical Gardens is a top attraction you might want to visit.

North Mackay
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Mount Pleasant

Visitors to Mount Pleasant enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Mount Pleasant Shopping Centre is worth a stop.

Mount Pleasant

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