10 Best Hotels & Accommodation Closest to Bluewater Lagoon in Mackay from NZ$146

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A multi-story hotel with balconies, large windows, and a prominent sign.

A modern kitchen with dark cabinets, a wooden dining table, and a city view through large windows.

A swimming pool with a covered area and a sunset in the background.

A multi-story hotel with balconies, a sign for 'Quest', and a 'Family Dental' clinic at the ground level.

1. Quest Mackay on Gordon

City Centre, 1 km from Bluewater Lagoon

Shuk Fun

NZ$232

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A beach with clear blue water, sandy shore, and dense green foliage.

A modern hotel room with a bed, a bedside table with a lamp, and two framed artworks on the wall.

A swimming pool with a water slide, surrounded by palm trees and a multi-story hotel building.

A balcony with a round table and yellow chairs, overlooking a body of water and a bridge.

2. Riviera Mackay

City Centre, 0.2 km from Bluewater Lagoon

Colin

NZ$309

includes taxes & fees

8 Sept - 9 Sept

A resort with a pool, palm trees, and a gazebo.

An outdoor patio area with a covered seating area, tables, and chairs, surrounded by greenery and plants.

A person holding a plate with food and a chalkboard menu listing specials.

A hotel lobby with a patterned carpet, a reception desk with a plant and water bottles, an ATM sign, and a digital screen displaying a welcome message.

3. Shamrock Gardens Motel

West Mackay, 2.7 km from Bluewater Lagoon

Stephen

NZ$193

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A swimming pool with a tiled deck, surrounded by palm trees and a building with balconies.

A balcony with a table and chairs, overlooking a red-roofed building and palm trees.

A pathway leading to a house surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

A hotel with a covered driveway, a large arched window, and a sign indicating a night bell.

4. Mackay Resort Motel

West Mackay, 2.5 km from Bluewater Lagoon

Melanie

NZ$169

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

A two-story building with a pool and outdoor seating area.

A two-story building with a brick facade, large windows with decorative grills, outdoor seating with umbrellas, and a garden area with flowers and shrubs.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a brick wall.

A pool area with a sign for the Shakespeare Motel and a restaurant named Romeo & Juliet's.

5. Shakespeare Motel

1 km from Bluewater Lagoon

Joanne

NZ$165

includes taxes & fees

18 Sept - 19 Sept

A hotel room with a bed, bedside lamps, a chair, and artwork on the wall.

A hotel reception area with a counter, framed pictures on the wall, and a carpeted hallway.

A reception desk with a large mirror, framed certificates, and a small plant.

An International Lodge Motel building with a sign indicating a vacancy.

6. International Lodge

City Centre, 0.4 km from Bluewater Lagoon

Nicholas

NZ$219

includes taxes & fees

9 Sept - 10 Sept

A swimming pool area with lounge chairs and a covered patio.

A neatly made bed with a tray holding a glass vase with a plant, a teapot, and a cup of tea.

A covered outdoor seating area with a white table and black chairs, a wall covered with climbing plants, and a tiled floor.

An open patio with a dining area, a ceiling fan, and a view into the kitchen.

7. Alara Motor Inn

West Mackay, 1.8 km from Bluewater Lagoon

Gabriele

NZ$180

includes taxes & fees

11 Sept - 12 Sept

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a nightstand, and a window with curtains.

A swimming pool with a metal ladder, surrounded by a fence and various plants.

A room with a brick wall, a ceiling fan, a minibar, and a DVD player.

A kitchen with a stone backsplash, wooden counter, and a ceiling fan.

8. Country Plaza Motor Inn

West Mackay, 1.7 km from Bluewater Lagoon

Maree

NZ$152

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

A modern hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a clear blue sky.

A parking area with a white van, a building entrance with a sign, and a small kiosk.

An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, a covered walkway, and a pool in the background.

A modern building with a covered walkway, outdoor seating area, and a parking lot.

9. Mackay Oceanside Central Hotel

East Mackay, 2.5 km from Bluewater Lagoon

Jacinta

NZ$168

includes taxes & fees

3 Oct - 4 Oct

A poolside area with a lounge chair and a buffet table with snacks.

A modern kitchen with a central island, stainless steel appliances, and three wicker bar stools.

10. Lanai Riverside Apartments

City Centre, 0.2 km from Bluewater Lagoon

Karen

NZ$351

includes taxes & fees

10 Sept - 11 Sept

A spacious dining area with multiple tables and chairs, large windows, and hanging plants.

A hotel lobby with a staircase, a reception desk, and a view of the interior.

A modern hotel with a covered entrance, palm trees, and a signboard.

A bar area with a wooden counter, bar stools, and a seating area with a sofa and cushions.

11. Coral Cay Resort

West Mackay, 1.4 km from Bluewater Lagoon

Angela

NZ$178

includes taxes & fees

18 Sept - 19 Sept

A hotel entrance with a sign reading "The Marco Polo Hotel," a flag, and a well-maintained lawn.

A hotel room with two beds, a bedside table with a lamp, a wall-mounted shelf, and a window with curtains.

A clear blue swimming pool with a white lounge chair and metal ladder.

A kitchenette with a microwave, toaster, coffee maker, and a small refrigerator.

12. The Marco Polo

West Mackay, 1.7 km from Bluewater Lagoon

Marcus

NZ$187

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, umbrellas, and a view of the city at night.

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, and a dining table with fruit.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a built-in oven, and a coffee machine. There is a dining table with a laptop and a plant.

A modern hotel room with a dining area, kitchenette, and a bed.

13. MainStay Suites Mackay

City Centre, 0.5 km from Bluewater Lagoon

Jillian

NZ$257

includes taxes & fees

19 Sept - 20 Sept

A hotel room with a large bed, two smaller beds, a desk with a computer, and a ceiling fan.

A fenced backyard with a playground, including a slide and a swing set.

A motel with outdoor seating and a covered patio area.

A backyard with a swimming pool, a wooden bench, and a small table with chairs.

14. Tropic Coast Motel

West Mackay, 2.5 km from Bluewater Lagoon

Muhammad Zulkarnain

NZ$149

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

A cafe with wooden tables and stools, a bar area, and shelves with potted plants.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a black countertop, and a view of the city through large windows.

A modern reception area with a black reception desk, white tiled floors, and potted plants.

A room with a large window, a view of a parking lot and buildings, and a vase with flowers on a table.

15. Rydges Mackay Suites

City Centre, 0.6 km from Bluewater Lagoon

Sam

NZ$320

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a ceiling fan, and string lights.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a computer, a chair, a plant, and a painting on the wall.

A bar area with wooden cabinets, shelves of bottles, and a coffee machine.

A hotel with a prominent windmill, a curved roof, and a sign that reads "The Mill."

16. Windmill Motel and Events Centre

Mount Pleasant, 2.8 km from Bluewater Lagoon

Tammara

NZ$197

includes taxes & fees

11 Sept - 12 Sept

A balcony with a table, chairs, and a vase with white flowers.

A multi-story hotel with balconies, a ground-level restaurant, and a parking area.

A cafe with wooden walls, a chalkboard menu, and a bar area.

A beach with a sandy shore, a forested hill in the background, and ocean waves.

17. Oaks Mackay Rivermarque Hotel

City Centre, 0.2 km from Bluewater Lagoon

Phil

NZ$256

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A two-story hotel with a white facade, balconies, and a sign indicating a motor inn with free fast check-in and 24-hour check-in.

A hotel room with two beds, a green sofa, a dining table, and a painting of a sunset.

A pool area with a person on a float, a large vase with flowers, and a white fence.

A hotel room with two beds, a teal sofa, a wooden coffee table, a dining area with chairs, and a kitchen area.

18. White Lace Motor Inn

West Mackay, 2 km from Bluewater Lagoon

Dale

NZ$163

includes taxes & fees

10 Sept - 11 Sept

A two-story building with a pool, outdoor seating, and palm trees.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a television, and a small kitchenette.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a countertop, and a view of the street.

A small kitchenette with a microwave, kettle, and a TV mounted on the wall. There are three white chairs and a wooden cabinet.

19. Casa Nostra Motel Mackay

West Mackay, 1.5 km from Bluewater Lagoon

Ross

NZ$146

includes taxes & fees

14 Sept - 15 Sept

A covered outdoor area with a metal railing, a grassy lawn, and a view of a body of water and trees.

A balcony with a view of a swimming pool and palm trees, a small table with chairs, and a mounted TV.

A swimming pool with a tiled deck, surrounded by lounge chairs and a fenced lawn area.

A balcony overlooking a parking area with a white car, palm trees, and a view of a body of water.

20. Mid City Motor Inn

City Centre, 0.3 km from Bluewater Lagoon

John

NZ$165

includes taxes & fees

8 Sept - 9 Sept

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Compare popular hotels close to Bluewater Lagoon

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Quest Mackay on Gordon	9.2 Wonderful 491 reviews	View
Riviera Mackay	9.2 Wonderful 463 reviews	View
Shamrock Gardens Motel	9.2 Wonderful 271 reviews	View
Mackay Resort Motel	9.0 Wonderful 1,003 reviews	View
Shakespeare Motel	9.0 Wonderful 432 reviews	View

Top Bluewater Lagoon Hotel Reviews

Quest Mackay on Gordon

10/10 Excellent

"1 Br apartment was very comfortable, with king bed. Front desk helpful and friendly. Secure undercover parking. We had one minor issue with the dryer, which was rectified straight away. Great location too."

Mackay Resort Motel

10/10 Excellent

"Great Motel, very clean and well maintained very quiet even though it is on a main road, staff were very friendly and helpful."

White Lace Motor Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Cleanest room. Staff so nice. Meals available right next door at bowls club."

Central Tourist Park

10/10 Excellent

"A"

ibis Mackay

10/10 Excellent

"Great place to stay! Clean ,right beside airport and staff were so helpful! Good restsurant that did room delivery!all you need after a long day travelling!"

Sun Plaza Motel Mackay

10/10 Excellent

"Just a convenient quiet place to spend a night"

International Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Enjoyed my stay, 10/10"

Miners Lodge Motor Inn

8/10 Good

"Clean room. Maybe higher fences around the pool so so public can not see in, more privacy."

The Marco Polo

8/10 Good

"Good hotel in Mackay. Clean and quiet despite being on a main road. Friendly staff. Meal facilities close by. Would stay again. Undercover car parking a bonus"

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Caneland Central

9.0/10 (677 reviews)

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.

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Artspace Mackay

8.4/10 (34 reviews)

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

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Jubilee Park

8.0/10 (51 reviews)

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.

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Mackay Enertainment and Convention Centre

8.8/10 (28 reviews)

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.

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Ken Burgess Orchid House

8.0/10 (3 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to Ken Burgess Orchid House during your stay in Mackay. Stroll along this relaxing area's marina or simply enjoy its cafes.

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Icon Cancer Centre Mackay

If Icon Cancer Centre Mackay is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Mackay.

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Great Barrier Reef Arena

Catch an event at Great Barrier Reef Arena during your trip to Mackay. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.

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Harrup Park

8.8/10 (154 reviews)

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Bluewater Lagoon?

Bluewater Lagoon is located in an area of Mackay that travellers like for its cafes. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 27 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay near Bluewater Lagoon?

Adjacent to Bluewater Lagoon, Oaks Mackay Rivermarque Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. Other good options within a short distance include Coral Cay Resort and Quest Mackay on Gordon.

How many hotels can I expect to find close to Bluewater Lagoon?

Expedia has 27 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Bluewater Lagoon.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Bluewater Lagoon, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel room reservations are refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review the best deals near Bluewater Lagoon.

What can I see and do near Bluewater Lagoon?

Spend some time wandering around Ken Burgess Orchid House, Mackay Regional Botanic Gardens and Jubilee Park. Dip your toes in the water at Town Beach, Far Beach and Illawong Beach. Enjoy nature at Floodway Conservation Area, Harbour Beach or Water Bird Habitat Conservation Area.

Top Hotels Near Bluewater Lagoon in Mackay from NZ$146

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Our top choices for Bluewater Lagoon hotels

1. Quest Mackay on Gordon

2. Riviera Mackay

3. Shamrock Gardens Motel

4. Mackay Resort Motel

5. Shakespeare Motel

6. International Lodge

7. Alara Motor Inn

8. Country Plaza Motor Inn

9. Mackay Oceanside Central Hotel

10. Lanai Riverside Apartments

11. Coral Cay Resort

12. The Marco Polo

13. MainStay Suites Mackay

14. Tropic Coast Motel

15. Rydges Mackay Suites

16. Windmill Motel and Events Centre

17. Oaks Mackay Rivermarque Hotel

18. White Lace Motor Inn

19. Casa Nostra Motel Mackay

20. Mid City Motor Inn

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Top Bluewater Lagoon Hotel Reviews

Quest Mackay on Gordon

Mackay Resort Motel

White Lace Motor Inn

Central Tourist Park

ibis Mackay

Sun Plaza Motel Mackay

International Lodge

Miners Lodge Motor Inn

The Marco Polo

Other attractions near Bluewater Lagoon

Caneland Central

Artspace Mackay

Jubilee Park

Mackay Enertainment and Convention Centre

Ken Burgess Orchid House

Icon Cancer Centre Mackay

Great Barrier Reef Arena

Harrup Park

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