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Coral Sands Motel

3.5 star property
Motel with free parking, 6-minute walk to Mackay Enertainment and Convention Centre

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Exterior
Lounge
King Standard with Bath | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Front of property
Located near Mackay Entertainment Centre, Coral Sands Motel offers an outdoor pool, garden sun loungers, and free WiFi. Enjoy cooked-to-order meals at the restaurant and unwind at the bar. Helpful staff provide luggage storage.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Room service
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping

Room options

Available filters for rooms
Showing 7 of 7 rooms

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Queen or twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Room (Dollar Saver)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Apartment, 3 Bedrooms | Living area | TV

Apartment, 3 Bedrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Bed and 3 Twin Beds

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Standard Family Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Family Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Economy Upgrade

Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Upgrade

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for King Standard with Bath

King Standard with Bath | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

King Standard with Bath

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Executive Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Executive Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
44 Macalister Street, Mackay, QLD, 4740

What's nearby

  • Mackay Enertainment and Convention Centre - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Bluewater Lagoon - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Caneland Central - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Harrup Park - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Mackay Base Hospital - 5 min drive - 2.3 miles

Getting around

  • Mackay Station - 7 min drive
  • Mackay, QLD (MKY) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Austral Hotel - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Zambrero - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Noodle Paradise - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Jamaica Blue - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Coral Sands Motel

Motel near Harrup Park
Located close to Mackay Enertainment and Convention Centre and Bluewater Lagoon, Coral Sands Motel provides a terrace, a garden, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a bar and a restaurant.
You'll also find perks like:
  • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), express check-out, and express check-in
  • Smoke-free premises, luggage storage, and tour/ticket assistance
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Coral Sands Motel feature comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • TVs with premium channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and electric kettles

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee: AUD 10 to 50 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 2 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with premium channels

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7:30 PM
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Friday (7:00 AM - 7:30 PM) and Saturday - Sunday (8 AM - 7:00 PM)
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk, key retrieval, private entrance

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 15.0 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are available for AUD 10.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: AUD 50 per accommodation, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately AUD 10.00 to 50 per person
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 10.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 15.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Parking height restrictions apply
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

National rating

This property has been awarded a star rating from the Australian Star Ratings Agency, Star Ratings Australia.

Property is also known as

Coral Sands Mackay
Coral Sands Motel Mackay
Coral Sands Motel Motel
Coral Sands Motel Mackay
Coral Sands Motel Motel Mackay

Frequently asked questions

Does Coral Sands Motel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Coral Sands Motel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Coral Sands Motel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Coral Sands Motel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Coral Sands Motel?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Coral Sands Motel located?

Located in City Centre, this motel is within a 10-minute walk of Mackay Enertainment and Convention Centre, Bluewater Lagoon, and Caneland Central. Harrup Park and Mackay Base Hospital are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

Coral Sands Motel Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.6

Cleanliness

8.4

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.0

Eco-friendliness

7.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 221 out of 550 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 231 out of 550 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 71 out of 550 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 550 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 550 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Jem Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Migma

Right for the price
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very happy overall,
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Gordon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location. Reasonably quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Dianne

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
it was a basic facility but met our needs for 1 night
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

TONI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location is perfect for a night out on the town in Mackay, very central. Room was perfect for a family of 4. staff friendly and bed/pillows were comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was comfortable and clean. Staff were polite, helpful and friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I loved staying here, and I will definitely be back. The staff are extremely friendly and helpful. It was centrally located for what I needed.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable and suitable for stop over

10/10 Excellent

Rodney

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good for the price, friendly manager, Thumbs up from me
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location, Location, Location
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I originally booked for 2 nights but stayed for 6. So close to bars and shopping. Room was clean and staff fantastic and friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean & large and bed comfortable. Hot Work restaurant downstairs has awesome food. Highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness
Dated but ok for a convenient one night stay with choice of numerous restaurants nearby. After seven years in boarding school and two years in the Army, I am not the fussiest person around so for me as a solo traveller this trip, it happily sufficed but doubtful that I would bring the bride of 54 yrs along. Can’t speak for other rooms though.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lance

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice central location, easy walk to numerous eateries and shops. Off the main road so no traffic keeping you awake. Staff are friendly and welcoming. Daisy the dog is so lovable, give her a big pat.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Renae

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Was clean & tidy. Chinese restaurant was good.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Brad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great staff, value and location. Sadly a few minor things to note: The shower barely got hot enough, You couldnt close the bathroom louvres so it got quite cold it there and the queen side bed is pretty well worn out and sags in the middle.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Shanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice, clean room. Friendly staff. Shower was good - which is important. Window banged in the wind and parking was only easy in my small car.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Graeme

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beware that Travelocity's website is in US dollars. We got caught out thinking it was in AU dollars. The motel was good and although the bed mattress was dated, it was still OK. The motel is very central.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

4/10 Poor

Ingrid

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Would not stay again. Bed was so hard and uncomfortable. No hot water
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Plenty of eating options within walking distance plus very quick check in
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

mangesh

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice place.. lots of opt Ions for dining
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff helpful and friendly
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Leith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good property, center of town. Good amenities.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

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