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Mid City Motor Inn

3.5 star property
Motel in Mackay with free breakfast and an outdoor pool

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Family Room (Standard) | 1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
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Mid City Motor Inn combines convenience with family fun near the boardwalk. Travelers cool off in the outdoor pool, children enjoy the playground, and everyone appreciates the garden setting. The free in-room WiFi keeps guests connected throughout their stay.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included

Room options

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1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Standard King

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive King | 1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Executive King

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
6 bedrooms
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 40 sq m
  • 6 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Room | 1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Superior Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 4 Twin Beds

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Twin King

7.6 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Budget King

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(22 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Room, Pool View

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed

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Family Room (Standard) | 1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Family Room (Standard)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Electric kettle
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Executive Spa Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Electric kettle
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Deluxe Family Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Map
2 Macalister St, Mackay, QLD, 4740

What's nearby

  • Bluewater Lagoon - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Caneland Central - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Mackay Enertainment and Convention Centre - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Harrup Park - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Mackay Base Hospital - 5 min drive - 2.6 miles

Getting around

  • Mackay Station - 10 min drive
  • Mackay, QLD (MKY) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hungry Jack's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Austral Hotel - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Noodle Paradise - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Mojos - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Mid City Motor Inn

Motel located in City Centre
Free continental breakfast, a garden, and a playground are just a few of the amenities provided at Mid City Motor Inn. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as dry cleaning/laundry services and a snack bar/deli.
Other perks include:
  • An outdoor pool and a children's pool, along with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • RV/bus/truck parking, smoke-free premises, and tour/ticket assistance
  • Beach towels, a banquet hall, and a vending machine
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Mid City Motor Inn have perks such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and free bottled water.
Extra amenities include:
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • 42-inch LCD TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, refrigerators, and microwaves

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • Children's pool
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Pool gate
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

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

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch LCD TV with premium digital channels

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out fee: AUD 35.00

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Friday (7:30 AM - 7:00 PM) and Saturday - Sunday (8:30 AM - 7:00 PM)
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; 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
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
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 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

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

Optional extras

  • Late check-out fee: AUD 35.00
  • 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Mid City Motor Inn
Mid City Motor Inn Mackay
Mid City Motor Mackay
Mid City Motor Hotel Mackay
Mid City Motor Inn Motel
Mid City Motor Inn Mackay
Mid City Motor Inn Motel Mackay

Frequently asked questions

Does Mid City Motor Inn have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Is Mid City Motor Inn pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Mid City Motor Inn?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Mid City Motor Inn?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Mid City Motor Inn?

Check-out is at 10 AM. Late check-out is available for AUD 35.00.

Where is Mid City Motor Inn located?

Located in City Centre, this motel is within a 5-minute walk of Bluewater Lagoon and Caneland Central. Artspace Mackay and Jubilee Park are also within 15 minutes.

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Reviews

Mid City Motor Inn Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.4

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

8.8

Staff & service

7.6

Eco-friendliness

7.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 283 out of 699 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 280 out of 699 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 88 out of 699 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 26 out of 699 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 22 out of 699 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alistair

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location on the river a short walk to shops and restaurants
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

NICOLAS

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
The hotel is fine for a short stay of one or two nights. It’s comfortable and conveniently located, with easy access to supermarkets and places of interest. However, the cleanliness needs improvement — we found several cockroaches in the room, which was disappointing.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Humbert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was OK for the price.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Terence

Good service
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Bruna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great location, close to restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and quiet. Lovely clean ammenities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Geoffrey

Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Continental breakfast was included in the price. No room set up for this. Had to go to reception to advise them what you wanted to eat then take to your room(which was upstairs) to eat.We didn't bother. The TV turned off every 30 minutes. It shared a plug with the fridge. Staff at reception were fine. Comfortable bed. Room was clean & spacious but dated.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Brent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Convenient position
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was easy to get to and rooms were clean and laid out nicely
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Cherise

Tbh the pwners made me feel uncomfortable. Felt like i was being looked down upon.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

mark

Liked: Amenities
Good value
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Basic, Neat and clean if you happen to be passing through Mackay. Very close to restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elsa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
I love watching TV. I couldn’t watch my favourite show.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location was walking distance to the shopping centre and to the town centre. Bed was comfortable and room was clean. Fridge leaked through a seal that needs to be replaced and the hotel not as modern as some but for a good bed close to CBD highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Paul

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
room lit up from porch lights can’t turn off nor can staff. power points not working in room just hand written note not to use. no secure parking.no restaurant . no room service. not the best but not the worst.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

C

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly couple from Bangladesh is working here with their baby. They working hard together knowing what hospitality is. Breakfast is poor but oké, only the peanutbutter was over date en no jam… Room, bathroom are simple but clean, everything you need is there.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Simone

Liked: Amenities
It was cheap and you get what you pay for. It did the job
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ray

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Have used this motel before and been very happy with this facility.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Only place to stay in my opinion
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Mark

Liked: Room comfort
The room was okay for a budget hotel but there was an overwhelming smell of air freshener. However, I did feel comfortable in the motel and quite enjoyed my stay. I did find the reception staff member/manager - short, abrupt, unfriendly and impatient to be frank. Something which would be a reason why I wouldn't stay here again. The location was excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hridi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Not much to do around
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good size rooms and great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Was a little bit run down to what we were expecting, however the bed was just amazing and we had the best sleep in a long time.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Top place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

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