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

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

A beach with a sandy shore and calm water.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a balcony.

1. Beachside Boutique Motel Mackay

East Mackay, 1.3 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena

Pamela

CA $129

CA $143 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 26 - Nov 27

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

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

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.

2. Quest Mackay on Gordon

City Centre, 1.8 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena

Veronica

CA $161

CA $178 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 20 - Nov 21

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

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

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

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, 2.2 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena

Stephen

CA $150

CA $166 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 9 - Nov 10

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

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

4. Riviera Mackay

City Centre, 2.3 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena

Colin

CA $223

CA $223 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

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

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

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.

5. Shakespeare Motel

1.5 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena

Frank

CA $115

CA $127 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 9 - Nov 10

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.

6. Mackay Resort Motel

West Mackay, 2.1 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena

Darryl

CA $126

CA $138 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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, 1.9 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena

Gabriele

CA $125

CA $138 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

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

An exterior of the International Lodge Motel with a reception area, a number 40 sign, and outdoor seating.

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

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

8. International Lodge

City Centre, 2 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena

Anonymous traveller

CA $144

CA $144 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

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 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, 2 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena

gail

CA $129

CA $142 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 31 - Nov 1

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

A hotel room with two beds, a small kitchenette, and a dining area.

An outdoor pool area with seating and tables, surrounded by glass walls and a wooden deck.

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

10. Ocean International

East Mackay, 1.3 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena

Joel

CA $135

CA $149 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 31 - Nov 1

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 wooden cabinets, a stainless steel sink, and a granite countertop.

11. Country Plaza Motor Inn

West Mackay, 1.9 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena

Maree

CA $109

CA $121 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 9 - Nov 10

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.

12. Mackay Oceanside Central Hotel

East Mackay, 2.2 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena

Katelyn

CA $125

CA $125 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 4 - Nov 5

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

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

13. Lanai Riverside Apartments

City Centre, 2.3 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena

Karen

CA $297

CA $297 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

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

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

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.

14. Coral Cay Resort

West Mackay, 1.9 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena

Angela

CA $121

CA $135 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

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

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

15. The Marco Polo

West Mackay, 1.9 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena

Casey

CA $133

CA $147 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

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.

16. Tropic Coast Motel

West Mackay, 2.1 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena

louise

CA $108

CA $119 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 9 - Nov 10

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

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

A modern kitchen with built-in appliances and a dining area with a wooden table and chairs.

A rooftop swimming pool with a wooden deck, lounge chairs, and potted plants.

17. MainStay Suites Mackay

City Centre, 2 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena

Anne

CA $188

CA $198 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 13 - Nov 14

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 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.

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

18. White Lace Motor Inn

West Mackay, 1.9 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena

Desmond

CA $113

CA $124 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

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.

19. Casa Nostra Motel Mackay

West Mackay, 1.9 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena

Ross

CA $107

CA $117 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

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

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

20. Rydges Mackay Suites

City Centre, 1.9 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena

meghan

CA $163

CA $179 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 6 - Nov 7

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Compare top hotels near Great Barrier Reef Arena

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Top Great Barrier Reef Arena Hotel Reviews

Oaks Mackay Rivermarque Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Very nice one night stay"

Mackay Resort Motel

10/10 Excellent

"Staff very friendly. Room was clean and quite. Good parking."

Shakespeare Motel

8/10 Good

"Clean, spacious, quiet.parking was good."

Coral Cay Resort

10/10 Excellent

"Clean"

White Lace Motor Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Room very clean and staff welcoming upon arrival. Even though motel is on main highway, did not hear any traffic noise from room. Great breakfast provided (continental). Many convenience foods and hotels nearby."

Mackay Oceanside Central Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful view."

Beachside Boutique Motel Mackay

10/10 Excellent

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

Quest Mackay on Gordon

10/10 Excellent

"Amazing stay definitely stay there again."

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Harrup Park

8.8/10 (154 reviews)

Harrup Park is just one of the places to see in Mackay, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along this relaxing area's marina, or simply enjoy its cafes.

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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

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

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Mackay Enertainment and Convention Centre

8.8/10 (28 reviews)

Learn about the events happening at 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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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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Frequently asked questions

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

Great Barrier Reef Arena is located in Mackay. Travelers like this welcoming area for its beaches. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 15 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel 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 traveler data. Other good choices within 5 miles include Coral Cay Resort and ibis Mackay.

How many hotels are there near Great Barrier Reef Arena?

Expedia has 15 hotels and other accommodations 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! The majority of room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get top deals close to 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. Ocean International

11. Country Plaza Motor Inn

12. Mackay Oceanside Central Hotel

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. Casa Nostra Motel Mackay

20. Rydges Mackay Suites

Compare top hotels near Great Barrier Reef Arena

Beachside Boutique Motel Mackay

Quest Mackay on Gordon

Shamrock Gardens Motel

Riviera Mackay

Shakespeare Motel

Top Great Barrier Reef Arena Hotel Reviews

Oaks Mackay Rivermarque Hotel

Mackay Resort Motel

Shakespeare Motel

Coral Cay Resort

White Lace Motor Inn

Mackay Oceanside Central Hotel

Beachside Boutique Motel Mackay

Quest Mackay on Gordon

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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