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A beach with a sandy shore and calm water.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a television, a ceiling fan, and a view of the outdoors.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, and a sink. There is a dining area with wicker chairs and a small table.

A large sign for Beachside Boutique Motel Mackay with a contact phone number.

1. Beachside Boutique Motel Mackay

East Mackay, 0.8 mi from Great Barrier Reef Arena

Justin

£92

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

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 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.

2. Quest Mackay on Gordon

City Centre, 1.1 mi from Great Barrier Reef Arena

Veronica

£94

includes taxes & fees

24 Oct - 25 Oct

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

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.

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

A bartender pouring a drink into a glass at a bar with a drinks menu sign in the background.

3. Shamrock Gardens Motel

West Mackay, 1.3 mi from Great Barrier Reef Arena

Stephen

£85

includes taxes & fees

17 Oct - 18 Oct

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

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

A wooden boardwalk through a dense forest with large trees and lush greenery.

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

4. Riviera Mackay

City Centre, 1.4 mi from Great Barrier Reef Arena

Colin

£110

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 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 pool area with a sign for the Shakespeare Motel and a restaurant named Romeo & Juliet's.

A modern living room with a brick wall, a sofa, a coffee table, and a TV.

5. Shakespeare Motel

0.9 mi from Great Barrier Reef Arena

Joanne

£68

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

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

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

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

6. Mackay Resort Motel

West Mackay, 1.3 mi from Great Barrier Reef Arena

Steven

£73

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

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.

A modern building with a covered entrance, a signboard for 'Alara Motor Inn', and a reception area.

7. Alara Motor Inn

West Mackay, 1.2 mi from Great Barrier Reef Arena

Gabriele

£73

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

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.

8. International Lodge

City Centre, 1.2 mi from Great Barrier Reef Arena

Anonymous traveller

£88

includes taxes & fees

10 Oct - 11 Oct

A bar area with shelves of wine bottles and a rack of wine glasses.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a pergola, surrounded by a white fence and a clear sky.

A modern bar area with a bar counter, stools, and a television screen displaying sports.

A modern lounge area with a sofa, armchairs, and a coffee table. There is a large digital display on the wall and a view of the outside through large windows.

9. ibis Mackay

South Mackay, 1.3 mi from Great Barrier Reef Arena

gail

£87

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

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

East Mackay, 1.4 mi from Great Barrier Reef Arena

Jacinta

£66

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

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.

11. Country Plaza Motor Inn

West Mackay, 1.2 mi from Great Barrier Reef Arena

Maree

£63

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A view from a window overlooking a body of water with distant landforms, surrounded by lush greenery.

A coastal landscape with dense tropical vegetation and a clear view of the ocean.

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.

12. Ocean International

East Mackay, 0.8 mi from Great Barrier Reef Arena

Joel

£97

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

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

A modern living room with brown leather sofas, a wooden coffee table, and a kitchen in the background.

13. Lanai Riverside Apartments

City Centre, 1.5 mi from Great Barrier Reef Arena

Karen

£154

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

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

A swimming pool with a curved edge, surrounded by palm trees and a building with a covered patio area.

14. Coral Cay Resort

West Mackay, 1.2 mi from Great Barrier Reef Arena

Angela

£71

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

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

A modern hotel entrance with a sign reading "The Marcopolo Hotel".

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

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

15. The Marco Polo

West Mackay, 1.2 mi from Great Barrier Reef Arena

Casey

£76

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

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

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.

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

16. Tropic Coast Motel

West Mackay, 1.3 mi from Great Barrier Reef Arena

louise

£63

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 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.

17. MainStay Suites Mackay

City Centre, 1.2 mi from Great Barrier Reef Arena

Anne

£110

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

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

A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a TV, and artwork on the walls.

18. White Lace Motor Inn

West Mackay, 1.2 mi from Great Barrier Reef Arena

Paul

£67

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

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

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

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

A hotel room with a large window, a sofa, a dining table, and a TV.

19. Rydges Mackay Suites

City Centre, 1.2 mi from Great Barrier Reef Arena

meghan

£112

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, a coffee maker, and a dishwasher.

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.

20. Casa Nostra Motel Mackay

West Mackay, 1.2 mi from Great Barrier Reef Arena

Ross

£63

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Great Barrier Reef Arena

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Beachside Boutique Motel Mackay	9.6 Exceptional 174 reviews	View
Quest Mackay on Gordon	9.2 Wonderful 496 reviews	View
Shamrock Gardens Motel	9.2 Wonderful 273 reviews	View
Riviera Mackay	9.2 Wonderful 465 reviews	View
Shakespeare Motel	9.0 Wonderful 437 reviews	View

Top Great Barrier Reef Arena Hotel Reviews

White Lace Motor Inn

8/10 Good

"Nice property for a one night stop."

Mackay Resort Motel

10/10 Excellent

"This motel had a nice feel when you drove into the complex. Our room was spacious and clean with a separate area where the 2 single beds were. There was a little bit of noise from other guests, but we all slept well & the beds were comfortable. Undercover parking available for our car also. We arrived after hours, check in was easy via the lockbox and the staff were friendly when we checked out. We would stay here again if ever in Mackay."

Beachside Boutique Motel Mackay

10/10 Excellent

"Quiet location, very clean and well looked after property. I’d definitely stay here again!"

Coral Cay Resort

8/10 Good

"The room was clean tidy and comfortable for our stay"

Rydges Mackay Suites

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent accommodation"

Quest Mackay on Gordon

10/10 Excellent

"Amazing stay definitely stay there again."

Oaks Mackay Rivermarque Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Highly recommended, my go to in Mackay"

Tropic Coast Motel

10/10 Excellent

"Perfect for our Mackay stopover"

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"

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Harrup Park

8.8/10 (154 reviews)

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Mackay Basketball Stadium

Catch an event at Mackay Basketball Stadium during your trip to Mackay. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.

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BB Print Stadium

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Mackay Enertainment and Convention Centre

8.8/10 (28 reviews)

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Ken Burgess Orchid House

8.0/10 (3 reviews)

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Jubilee Park

8.0/10 (51 reviews)

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Great Barrier Reef Arena?

Great Barrier Reef Arena is located in Mackay. Travellers like this welcoming area for its beaches. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 15 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay close to Great Barrier Reef Arena?

Located a short 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Great Barrier Reef Arena, Beachside Boutique Motel Mackay is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data. Other good choices within a few miles include Coral Cay Resort and ibis Mackay.

How many hotels can I expect to find near Great Barrier Reef Arena?

Expedia has 15 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Great Barrier Reef Arena.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Great Barrier Reef Arena, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel bookings are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before check in. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view the top deals on offer near Great Barrier Reef Arena.

What can I see and do near Great Barrier Reef Arena?

You can wander around Ken Burgess Orchid House, Mackay Regional Botanic Gardens or Jubilee Park if you want a dose of fresh air. Dip your toes in the water at Far Beach, Town Beach and Illawong Beach. Create some family memories at Bluewater Lagoon and Mackay Leisure Centre.

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Our top choices for Great Barrier Reef Arena hotels

1. Beachside Boutique Motel Mackay

2. Quest Mackay on Gordon

3. Shamrock Gardens Motel

4. Riviera Mackay

5. Shakespeare Motel

6. Mackay Resort Motel

7. Alara Motor Inn

8. International Lodge

9. ibis Mackay

10. Mackay Oceanside Central Hotel

11. Country Plaza Motor Inn

12. Ocean International

13. Lanai Riverside Apartments

14. Coral Cay Resort

15. The Marco Polo

16. Tropic Coast Motel

17. MainStay Suites Mackay

18. White Lace Motor Inn

19. Rydges Mackay Suites

20. Casa Nostra Motel Mackay

Compare popular hotels close to Great Barrier Reef Arena

Top Great Barrier Reef Arena Hotel Reviews

White Lace Motor Inn

Mackay Resort Motel

Beachside Boutique Motel Mackay

Coral Cay Resort

Rydges Mackay Suites

Quest Mackay on Gordon

Oaks Mackay Rivermarque Hotel

Tropic Coast Motel

Oaks Mackay Carlyle Suites

Other attractions near Great Barrier Reef Arena

Harrup Park

Mackay Basketball Stadium

BB Print Stadium

Mackay Enertainment and Convention Centre

Ken Burgess Orchid House

Jubilee Park

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