Title: Lantern Motor Inn - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Lantern Motor Inn Travelers can dive into the refreshing outdoor pool during the day and gather around for evening barbecues beneath a canopy of stars ## Photo gallery for Lantern Motor Inn ![Lobby - Lantern Motor Inn (West Mackay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9626100/9626051/8d578073.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Front of property - Lantern Motor Inn (West Mackay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9626100/9626051/93c2c69e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor pool - Lantern Motor Inn (West Mackay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9626100/9626051/b9d6d23b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets - Lantern Motor Inn (West Mackay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9626100/9626051/9e264791.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Standard Room, Non Smoking (Special Offer) - Lantern Motor Inn (West Mackay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9626100/9626051/8d178f4d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Lantern Motor Inn provides a welcoming base in West Mackay. Guests appreciate the outdoor swimming pool and convenient dry cleaning and laundry services. The inn serves cooked-to-order breakfast options and offers free self-parking to enhance the stay. ## Reviews 8.8 Excellent ## Popular amenities - Pool - Parking included - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Breakfast available - Laundry ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Jan. 14 - Jan. 15](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-14&endDate=2026-01-15&selected=9626051&PinnedHotelID=9626051&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-14&endDate=2026-01-15&selected=9626051&PinnedHotelID=9626051&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Jan. 15 - Jan. 16](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-15&endDate=2026-01-16&selected=9626051&PinnedHotelID=9626051&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-15&endDate=2026-01-16&selected=9626051&PinnedHotelID=9626051&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Jan. 16 - Jan. 18](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-16&endDate=2026-01-18&selected=9626051&PinnedHotelID=9626051&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-16&endDate=2026-01-18&selected=9626051&PinnedHotelID=9626051&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Jan. 23 - Jan. 25](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-25&selected=9626051&PinnedHotelID=9626051&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-25&selected=9626051&PinnedHotelID=9626051&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 2 beds 1 bed 3+ beds Showing 3 of 3 rooms ### View all photos for Standard Room, Non Smoking (Twin Room) ![Standard Room, Non Smoking (Twin Room) | Coffee and/or coffee maker](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9626100/9626051/17fd61eb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room, Non Smoking (Twin Room) ### Highlights Air conditioning Refrigerator Flat-screen TV Private bathroom Hair dryer Microwave Coffee/tea maker Electric kettle - Sleeps 3 - 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed ### View all photos for Standard Room, Non Smoking (Queen Room) ![Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9626100/9626051/4462f728.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room, Non Smoking (Queen Room) 8.8 Excellent 3 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Refrigerator Flat-screen TV Private bathroom Hair dryer Microwave Coffee/tea maker Electric kettle - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ### View all photos for Family Room, Non Smoking ![Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9626100/9626051/4462f728.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Room, Non Smoking 10.0 Exceptional 2 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Refrigerator Flat-screen TV Private bathroom Hair dryer Microwave Coffee/tea maker Electric kettle - Sleeps 4 - 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. You'll also find perks like: - An outdoor pool - Free self parking - Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), barbecue grills, and luggage storage Room features All guestrooms at Lantern Motor Inn boast comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi. 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Pool - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant 8.8 Excellent 713 reviews CA $118 CA $118 total includes taxes & fees Jan 25 - Jan 26 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-25&endDate=2026-01-26&selected=9628300&PinnedHotelID=9628300&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Free self parking on site ### Food and drink - Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 6:30 AM to 8:30 AM for a fee: AUD 4 to 30 per person ### Things to do - Outdoor pool ### Family friendly - In-room microwave - In-room refrigerator - Laundry facilities - Outdoor pool ### Conveniences - Laundry facilities - Luggage storage ### Guest services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (daily) ### Outdoors - Barbecue grill ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Handrails in stairways - Upper floors accessible by stairs only - Well-lit path to entrance ### More - Designated smoking areas ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Private bathroom - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Flat-screen TV with cable channels ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Limited room service - Microwave - Refrigerator ### More - Air conditioning - Desk - Iron/ironing board ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM Early check-in subject to availability Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10 AM Contactless check-out available Late check-out subject to availability A late check-out fee will be charged ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open Monday - Friday (7 AM - 7:00 PM) and Saturday - Sunday (8:00 AM - 6:00 PM) Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees) ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available Cribs (infant beds) are not available ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Optional extras - Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately AUD 4 to 30 per person - Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability) The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards and cash Cashless transactions are available Safety features at this property include a smoke detector ### We should mention This property does not have elevators ### Property is also known as Lantern Motor Inn West Mackay Lantern Motor Inn Lantern Motor West Mackay Lantern Motor Inn Motel Lantern Motor Inn West Mackay Lantern Motor Inn Motel West Mackay ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Lantern Motor Inn have a pool? ### Is Lantern Motor Inn pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Lantern Motor Inn? ### What time is check-out at Lantern Motor Inn? ### Where is Lantern Motor Inn located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Lantern Motor Inn Reviews 8.8 ### Excellent All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.2 Cleanliness ### 8.6 Location ### 9.2 Staff & service ### 8.4 Eco-friendliness ### 8.6 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 81 8 - Good 57 6 - Okay 12 4 - Poor 3 2 - Terrible 1 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Paul Jul 8, 2022 Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Very relaxing and homey Great staff very friendly Overall a great place to stay ##### Paul Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mitch Mar 23, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Good comfortable accommodation ##### Mitch Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gerard Sep 17, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great staff, clean and fairly priced ##### Gerard Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gordon Dec 21, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Friendly staff Clean rooms and facilities ##### Gordon ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mark Oct 21, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Great stop over. I found the unit very clean with plenty of facilities for my stay. Would highly recommend this Motor Inn for your stay in Mackay. ##### Mark Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Don Oct 15, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities great service from staff with well maintained rooms ##### Don Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lynette May 27, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Loved how clean the room was n nice a quite for me to have a good night sleep. ##### Lynette Stayed 1 night in May 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### ELIZABETH Dec 15, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Slept well, so I say it was great ##### ELIZABETH Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alicia Jul 28, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The staff were very friendly to deal with at all times. We were running behind on our road trip and they were very accommodating and understanding, arranging a later check-in for us. We really appreciated this. ##### Alicia Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Jasmin Mar 24, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Clean, tidy. Perfect for a short stop. ##### Jasmin Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Karyn Jul 27, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Staff were very friendly. Initially we were going to be overcharged but the staff member fixed it. Room was clean and comfortable. ##### Karyn Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mike Aug 30, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities . ##### Mike Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Darren May 27, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Dated room but clean and decent size with small couch. Room also had toaster, kettle and microwave along with a couple of dishes and plates with cutlery. A good size fridge and big comfy bed and smart tv with netflix. Great shower head providing a decent amount of water too! 24hr IGA supermarket around corner along with 2 service stations next door, chemist and multiple food options including tavern with restaurant, pizza hut, noodles and cafe within 5 minute walk. Friendly staff and i dont believe you will get better value for your money and i think this will be my new go to stay when in town. ##### Darren Stayed 2 nights in May 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Carole May 6, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities It was fine, everything worked well. The traffic noise didn’t intrude. It was simple accommodation, nothing flash, but it did the job well. I’d be happy to stay there again, ##### Carole Stayed 1 night in May 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### John Jan 19, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service Staff member was excellent and was available for my check-in after the late flight into town. She couldn't have done more. The motel is very clean and tidy, but dated and a bit tired. You get what you pay for and this motel was more than adequate for my purposes. For an overnight stay on your way through - thoroughly recommend. ##### John Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Michael Oct 5, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Quick clean close to everything great staff👍👍👍👍👍 ##### Michael Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021 ### 8/10 Good #### Kelly Sep 30, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Was not able to be supplied a key to the front door of the room, hence could not leave the room to go out for dinner etc. Reception had unpleasant smell of cigarette on arrival. ##### Kelly Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021 ### 8/10 Good #### Kursten Sep 25, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities Affordable and clean motel. Very friendly and helpful reception staff. ##### Kursten Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sharna Sep 25, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Jill was helpful and polite. Easy booking system from online, to desk to room ##### Sharna Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021 ### 8/10 Good #### Candace Sep 24, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Close to food etc. ##### Candace Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gary, Emerald Sep 15, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Good location and the rooms are quiet ##### Gary Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021 ### 4/10 Poor #### Catherine Sep 12, 2021 Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities It was alright to look at ,but there were no shower accessories in the bathroom ,the noise from outside was loud ,dissatisfied ##### Catherine Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Sep 3, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Excellent stay. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021 ### 8/10 Good #### frederik Rudolf Aug 24, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Very clean! Pleasure to be there!! ##### frederik Rudolf Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller Aug 15, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Property was conveniently located and met our expectations. It was excellent value for the price ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021