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Our top choices for Illawong Beach hotels

A beach with a sandy shore and calm water.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a balcony.
A large sign for Beachside Boutique Motel Mackay with a contact phone number.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, and a sink. There is a dining area with wicker chairs and a small table.

1. Beachside Boutique Motel Mackay

Beachside Boutique Motel Mackay
East Mackay, 1.6 km from Illawong Beach
Australia
Justin
NZ$231
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Beachside Boutique Motel Mackay
A bar area with shelves of wine bottles and a rack of wine glasses.
A modern hotel with a prominent 'HOTEL' sign, a covered entrance, and a visible 'Mark' sign in the background.
A modern bar area with a bar counter, stools, and a television screen displaying sports.
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a pergola, surrounded by a white fence and a clear sky.

2. ibis Mackay

ibis Mackay
South Mackay, 1.4 km from Illawong Beach
Australia
gail
NZ$205
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct
ibis Mackay
A view from a window overlooking a body of water with distant landforms, surrounded by lush greenery.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a television, a chair, and a view of the outdoors.
An outdoor pool area with seating and tables, surrounded by glass walls and a wooden deck.
A spacious dining area with large windows, wicker chairs, and tables set for dining.

3. Ocean International

Ocean International
East Mackay, 1.5 km from Illawong Beach
Australia
Joel
NZ$229
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Ocean International
A multi-story hotel with balconies, large windows, and a prominent sign.
A modern hotel room with a large window, a sofa, a desk, a chair, a small table, and a TV.
A swimming pool with a covered area and a sunset in the background.
A modern kitchen with dark cabinets, a wooden dining table, and a city view through large windows.

4. Quest Mackay on Gordon

Quest Mackay on Gordon
City Centre, 3.9 km from Illawong Beach
Australia
Veronica
NZ$227
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Quest Mackay on Gordon
A resort with a pool, palm trees, and a gazebo.
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.
A bartender pouring a drink into a glass at a bar with a drinks menu sign in the background.

5. Shamrock Gardens Motel

Shamrock Gardens Motel
West Mackay, 3.9 km from Illawong Beach
Australia
Stephen
NZ$197
includes taxes & fees
2 Oct - 3 Oct
Shamrock Gardens Motel
A two-story building with a pool and outdoor seating area.
A pool area with a sign for the Shakespeare Motel and a restaurant named Romeo & Juliet's.
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.

6. Shakespeare Motel

Shakespeare Motel
3.8 km from Illawong Beach
Australia
Joanne
NZ$160
includes taxes & fees
2 Oct - 3 Oct
Shakespeare Motel
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 hotel with a covered driveway, a large arched window, and a sign indicating a night bell.

7. Mackay Resort Motel

Mackay Resort Motel
West Mackay, 4 km from Illawong Beach
Australia
Melanie
NZ$169
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Mackay Resort Motel
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.

8. Alara Motor Inn

Alara Motor Inn
West Mackay, 4 km from Illawong Beach
Australia
Gabriele
NZ$193
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Alara Motor Inn
A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a nightstand, and a window with curtains.
A kitchen with a stone backsplash, wooden counter, and a ceiling fan.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel sink, and a granite countertop.
A swimming pool with a metal ladder, surrounded by a fence and various plants.

9. Country Plaza Motor Inn

Country Plaza Motor Inn
West Mackay, 4.1 km from Illawong Beach
Australia
Maree
NZ$150
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
Country Plaza Motor Inn
A modern hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a clear blue sky.
A hotel room with a bed, desk, and a view of greenery outside.
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.

10. Mackay Oceanside Central Hotel

Mackay Oceanside Central Hotel
East Mackay, 3.5 km from Illawong Beach
Australia
Jacinta
NZ$155
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
Mackay Oceanside Central Hotel
A hotel room with a bed, bedside lamps, a chair, and artwork on the wall.
A reception desk with a large mirror, framed certificates, and a small plant.
A hotel reception area with a counter, framed pictures on the wall, and a carpeted hallway.
An exterior of the International Lodge Motel with a reception area, a number 40 sign, and outdoor seating.

11. International Lodge

International Lodge
City Centre, 4.3 km from Illawong Beach
Australia
Anonymous traveller
NZ$200
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct
International Lodge
A spacious dining area with multiple tables and chairs, large windows, and hanging plants.
A bar area with a wooden counter, bar stools, and a seating area with a sofa and cushions.
A swimming pool with a curved edge, surrounded by palm trees and a building with a covered patio area.
A modern hotel with a covered entrance, palm trees, and a signboard.

12. Coral Cay Resort

Coral Cay Resort
West Mackay, 4.1 km from Illawong Beach
Australia
Angela
NZ$173
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct
Coral Cay Resort
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.

13. The Marco Polo

The Marco Polo
West Mackay, 4.1 km from Illawong Beach
Australia
Marcus
NZ$173
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
The Marco Polo
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 two-story building with a covered entrance, large windows, and a red-tiled roof.

14. Tropic Coast Motel

Tropic Coast Motel
West Mackay, 4 km from Illawong Beach
United Kingdom
louise
NZ$154
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Tropic Coast Motel
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 balcony with a round table and yellow chairs, overlooking a body of water and a bridge.
A swimming pool with a water slide, surrounded by palm trees and a multi-story hotel building.

15. Riviera Mackay

Riviera Mackay
City Centre, 4.6 km from Illawong Beach
New Zealand
Colin
NZ$312
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Riviera Mackay
A swimming pool with a water feature, surrounded by palm trees and lounge chairs.
A modern dining area with wooden tables, chairs, and potted plants.
A modern hotel lobby with wooden furniture, large windows, and indoor plants.
A bar area with wooden bar counter and stools, shelves with bottles, and hanging pendant lights.

16. Mantra Mackay

Mantra Mackay
Mackay Harbour, 7.9 km from Illawong Beach
Canada
Laurie
NZ$246
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Mantra Mackay
A cafe with wooden tables and stools, a bar area, and shelves with potted plants.
A hotel room with a large window, a sofa, a dining table, and a TV.
A room with a large window, a view of a parking lot and buildings, and a vase with flowers on a table.
A modern reception area with a black reception desk, white tiled floors, and potted plants.

17. Rydges Mackay Suites

Rydges Mackay Suites
City Centre, 4.1 km from Illawong Beach
Australia
meghan
NZ$239
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Rydges Mackay Suites
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 teal sofa, a wooden coffee table, a dining area with chairs, and a kitchen area.
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 green sofa, a dining table, and a painting of a sunset.

18. White Lace Motor Inn

White Lace Motor Inn
West Mackay, 4 km from Illawong Beach
Australia
Paul
NZ$150
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
White Lace Motor Inn
An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a ceiling fan, and string lights.
A bar area with wooden cabinets, shelves of bottles, and a coffee machine.
A swimming pool with a tiled deck, palm trees, and a covered walkway.
A hotel with a prominent windmill, a curved roof, and a sign that reads "The Mill."

19. Windmill Motel and Events Centre

Windmill Motel and Events Centre
Mount Pleasant, 7 km from Illawong Beach
Australia
Tammara
NZ$193
includes taxes & fees
3 Oct - 4 Oct
Windmill Motel and Events Centre
A two-story building with a pool, outdoor seating, and palm trees.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a countertop, and a view of the street.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, a coffee maker, and a dishwasher.
A small kitchenette with a microwave, kettle, and a TV mounted on the wall. There are three white chairs and a wooden cabinet.

20. Casa Nostra Motel Mackay

Casa Nostra Motel Mackay
West Mackay, 4.1 km from Illawong Beach
Australia
Ross
NZ$148
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Casa Nostra Motel Mackay
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Compare popular hotels close to Illawong Beach

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A beach with a sandy shore and calm water.
Beachside Boutique Motel Mackay
9.6
Exceptional
172 reviews
View
A bar area with shelves of wine bottles and a rack of wine glasses.
ibis Mackay
8.8
Excellent
611 reviews
View
A view from a window overlooking a body of water with distant landforms, surrounded by lush greenery.
Ocean International
8.8
Excellent
308 reviews
View
A multi-story hotel with balconies, large windows, and a prominent sign.
Quest Mackay on Gordon
9.2
Wonderful
494 reviews
View
A resort with a pool, palm trees, and a gazebo.
Shamrock Gardens Motel
9.2
Wonderful
272 reviews
View

Top Illawong Beach Hotel Reviews

Beachside Boutique Motel Mackay

Beachside Boutique Motel Mackay

10/10 Excellent
"This is a lovely motel in a peaceful location next to the beach. A particular mention must go to the staff who were all very helpful, nothing was ever too much trouble. The room was very clean and spacious and was cleaned daily. We have family in Mackay and will definitely stay at this motel again when we are visiting them."
Nicola 7-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Beachside Boutique Motel Mackay
Rydges Mackay Suites

Rydges Mackay Suites

10/10 Excellent
"Second time staying here. Great location easy parking room big and always neat and tidy. Great options for dinning. The only thing I can say that’s negative is the rooms need new carpet. Other than that it’s great would 100% stay again"
meghan 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Rydges Mackay Suites
Shakespeare Motel

Shakespeare Motel

10/10 Excellent
"Great spot to stop for the night and reset. The beds were comfortable and the room was very neat and tidy for the price. The Bowls club nearby had great dinner options!"
Patrick 1-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Shakespeare Motel
Oaks Mackay Carlyle Suites

Oaks Mackay Carlyle Suites

10/10 Excellent
"certainly, would recommend staying here as the location was very central to all the Mackay CBD easy walking to the local pubs for Counter meals or even for the adventurous a short and safe walk into the CBD to the local specialty restaurants or for the eat on the run addicts Dominos , MacDonalds and the local "Best Fish Shop " in Mackay, Vellas are all with in a 2 block radius"
Joseph 2-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Oaks Mackay Carlyle Suites
Oaks Mackay Rivermarque Hotel

Oaks Mackay Rivermarque Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"The staff were superb - professional and knowledgeable. The hotel is in a wonderful place for travel, food and views. We sat on the balcony and enjoyed the sunset and then the sunrise the next morning - quite gorgeous. We would be pleased to visit this hotel again"
Ralph 1-night trip
Posted 5 days ago
Oaks Mackay Rivermarque Hotel
Quest Mackay on Gordon

Quest Mackay on Gordon

10/10 Excellent
"Stayed at The Quest quite a few times now and will continue to do so when visiting Mackay. Central to all our needs. Very comfortable stay."
Eric 3-night trip
Posted 7 days ago
Quest Mackay on Gordon
Riviera Mackay

Riviera Mackay

10/10 Excellent
"All good, we just had a one night stop over on our travels but it was perfect for that."
TIM 1-night trip
Posted 7 days ago
Riviera Mackay
Mackay Resort Motel

Mackay Resort Motel

8/10 Good
"Good sized room and nice and clean"
Garry 2-night trip
Posted 10 days ago
Mackay Resort Motel
White Lace Motor Inn

White Lace Motor Inn

10/10 Excellent
"Nice big room very helpful guys.Def stay again"
STEPHEN 1-night trip
Posted 10 days ago
White Lace Motor Inn

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Illawong Beach?
Illawong Beach is located in Mackay. Travellers like the surrounding area for its gardens. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 8 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
Where is the best place to stay near Illawong Beach?
Ibis Mackay is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. It's located just a short 0.8 mi (1.4 km) from Illawong Beach. Another good choice is Beachside Boutique Motel Mackay, located just 1 mi (1.6 km) away.
How many hotels can I expect to find near Illawong Beach?
Expedia has 8 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Illawong Beach.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Illawong Beach, will I receive a refund?
Yes! Most hotel reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of check in. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best options available near Illawong Beach.
What can I see and do near Illawong Beach?
Consider spending a leisurely afternoon outside at Mackay Regional Botanic Gardens, Ken Burgess Orchid House or Jubilee Park. Lounge by the water at Town Beach and Harbour Beach. Create some family memories at Mackay Leisure Centre and Bluewater Lagoon.