South Mackay Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit South Mackay
Stay near popular South Mackay attractions
Activities
Mackay: Finch Hatton Gorge Hike, Swim & Platypus Adventure
NZ$205
per adult
Sarina: Sarina Sugar Shed Guided Tour with Tastings
NZ$36
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Adrenaline Jet Boat Rides in Pioneer River Mackay
NZ$170
per adult
Our pick of the best South Mackay Hotel Deals
ibis Mackay
Christensen Crescent South Mackay QLD
The price is NZ$165 per night from 5 July to 6 July
NZ$165
per night
5 July - 6 July
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Mackay. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (591 reviews)
"Couldn't order diner because the kitchen closed early, and the male staff member was very rude and unprofessional about it. He then closed the bar early, even while there was a line of people still checking in, and waiting to order. Then to top off the rude and unprofessional staff member, the bed ..."
Reviewed on 10 June 2026
Charming Coastal Home in South Mackay
South Mackay QLD
Stay at this holiday home in Mackay. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Great Barrier Reef Arena and Harrup Park are located ...
Mackay Oceanside Central Hotel
2C East Gordon Street East Mackay QLD
The price is NZ$175 per night from 6 July to 7 July
NZ$175
per night
6 July - 7 July
Stay at this motel in Mackay. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (753 reviews)
"Sraff were lovely, bed was comfy, great water pressure and continental breakfast was spot on"
Reviewed on 25 June 2026
Mackay Resort Motel
154 Nebo Road West Mackay QLD
The price is NZ$183 per night from 13 July to 14 July
NZ$183
per night
13 July - 14 July
Stay at this business-friendly motel in Mackay. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"Stayed 5 nights. Hotel was handy walk to my daughter's house, botanical gardens, city centre... So really handy. In general it is a lovely place. Quiet, clean, nice pool and very friendly helpful reception staff. Room was huge and pretty comfortable. Now the downside - the bed, while soft to sit ..."
Reviewed on 1 July 2026
Mid City Motor Inn
2 Macalister St Mackay QLD
The price is NZ$154 per night from 25 July to 26 July
NZ$154
per night
25 July - 26 July
Stay at this business-friendly motel in Mackay. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very good! (733 reviews)
"Although the room was clean, I don't think that the room was cleaned during my stay. The toilet did not flush properly. I could not find the free to air channels on the TV. The shower had nowhere to put soap or toiletries I could not sleep the first night because of roadworks nearby and my room was ..."
Reviewed on 1 July 2026
Quest Mackay on Gordon
27 Gordon Street Mackay QLD
The price is NZ$249 per night from 5 July to 6 July
NZ$249
per night
5 July - 6 July
Stay at this luxury hotel in Mackay. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Our guide on where to stay in South Mackay
Find the best South Mackay areas for the activities you enjoy most.
Photo by Mark Fitz
Open Photo by Mark Fitz
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.
City Centre
While visiting City Centre, you might make a stop by sights like Bluewater Lagoon and Caneland Central.
North Mackay
Travellers like the shopping in North Mackay, and Mackay Regional Botanical Gardens is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Photo by Mark Fitz
Open Photo by Mark Fitz
Blacks Beach
Visitors to Blacks Beach enjoy its beaches, and if you want to do some exploring, Blacks Beach Park is worth a stop.
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.
