Mackay

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A turquoise coastal bay surrounded by green hills.
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A kangaroo in a barren landscape.
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A clear turquoise sea with a sandy beach and a forested hill in the background.

Where to stay in Mackay

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Mackay Harbour

Mackay Harbour is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Mackay Marina Village & Shipyard and Floodway Conservation Area.

A swimming pool surrounded by palm trees and modern buildings.

City Centre

If you're spending some time in City Centre, Bluewater Lagoon and Caneland Central are top sights worth seeing.

A coastal landscape with a beach, ocean, and distant industrial structures.

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.

A beach with palm trees, a small island, and a clear blue sky.

North Mackay

North Mackay is well-liked for its shopping. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Mackay area, you might plan a trip to Bluewater Lagoon or Caneland Central.

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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.

Coral Cay Resort

Coral Cay Resort

4.5 out of 5
14-18 Nebo Rd West Mackay QLD
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ibis Mackay

ibis Mackay

4 out of 5
Christensen Crescent South Mackay QLD
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Mackay Resort Motel

Mackay Resort Motel

4 out of 5
154 Nebo Road West Mackay QLD
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Pacific Sands Apartments

Pacific Sands Apartments

4.5 out of 5
3 Kirribilli Avenue East Mackay QLD
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Riviera Mackay

Riviera Mackay

4 out of 5
5 - 7 Nelson St Mackay QLD
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Lanai Riverside Apartments

Lanai Riverside Apartments

4.5 out of 5
20 River Street Mackay QLD
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Stay near popular Mackay attractions

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Bluewater Lagoon

9.0/10 (267 reviews)
Bring your family to Bluewater Lagoon and have a fun-filled day at this amusement park in Mackay. Wander around the gardens in this relaxing area, or simply enjoy its cafes.
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Things to do

Mackay: Finch Hatton Gorge Hike, Swim & Platypus Adventure

Mackay: Finch Hatton Gorge Hike, Swim & Platypus Adventure

$119
per adult
Mackay: Finch Hatton Gorge Hike, Swim & Platypus Adventure
Sarina: Rum Distillery Guided Tour and Tasting

Sarina: Rum Distillery Guided Tour and Tasting 30 mins

$14
per adult
Sarina: Rum Distillery Guided Tour and Tasting 30 mins
Sarina: Guided Tour of the Sarina Sugar Shed with Tasting

Sarina: Sarina Sugar Shed Guided Tour with Tastings

$23
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Sarina: Sarina Sugar Shed Guided Tour with Tastings
Chasing Waterfalls at Finch Hatton Gorge

Eungella Platypus Tour

$119
per adult
Eungella Platypus Tour
Adrenaline Jet Boat Rides in Pioneer River Mackay

Adrenaline Jet Boat Rides in Pioneer River Mackay

$100
per adult
Adrenaline Jet Boat Rides in Pioneer River Mackay
Whitsunday Shore Excursions : Kangaroo's at Sunrise Encounter

Whitsunday Private Shore Excursion : Kangaroo's at Sunrise

$1,228
per traveler
Whitsunday Private Shore Excursion : Kangaroo's at Sunrise
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