Find hotels near Great Barrier Reef Arena, Mackay from AED 316

Start date: Check-in selected.
To Date
End date: Check-out

  • Change your mind

    Book hotels with free cancellation

  • Treat yourself

    Sign in to save 10% or more on thousands of hotels
    Sign in

  • Be picky

    Search almost a million properties worldwide

Check prices for these dates

Tonight
10 Dec - 11 Dec
Tomorrow
11 Dec - 12 Dec
This weekend
12 Dec - 14 Dec
Next weekend
19 Dec - 21 Dec

Filter by

Guest rating
Guest rating
Star rating

Our top choices for Great Barrier Reef Arena hotels

Beach nearby
Beachside Boutique Motel Mackay

Beachside Boutique Motel Mackay

Beachside Boutique Motel Mackay
3.0 star property
East Mackay, 1.3 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (134)
"Fantastic motel, would definitely stay here again."
United Kingdom
Jane
The price is AED 332
AED 365 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
Beachside Boutique Motel Mackay
Spa
Quest Mackay on Gordon

Quest Mackay on Gordon

Quest Mackay on Gordon
4.5 star property
City Centre, 1.8 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (440)
"Great room Good pool area Close to main area"
Australia
Nick
The price is AED 443
AED 488 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Dec - 21 Dec
Quest Mackay on Gordon
Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Shakespeare Motel

Shakespeare Motel

Shakespeare Motel
4.0 star property
1.5 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (385)
"Great place to stay."
Australia
Carl
The price is AED 289
AED 318 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Dec - 12 Dec
Shakespeare Motel
View from property
Ocean International

Ocean International

Ocean International
3.0 star property
East Mackay, 1.3 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (298)
"Great food in the restaurant"
Australia
Jodie
The price is AED 387
AED 426 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Ocean International
Exterior
Shamrock Gardens Motel

Shamrock Gardens Motel

Shamrock Gardens Motel
3.5 star property
West Mackay, 2.2 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (259)
"Was a joy to stay here clean tidy great meals staff friendly and helpful definitely will stay again "
Australia
Tracey
The price is AED 333
AED 367 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Shamrock Gardens Motel
Children's activities
Alara Motor Inn

Alara Motor Inn

Alara Motor Inn
3.5 star property
West Mackay, 1.9 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (378)
"Good "
Australia
John
The price is AED 291
AED 320 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Jan - 4 January 2026
Alara Motor Inn
Front of property
International Lodge

International Lodge

International Lodge
3.5 star property
City Centre, 2 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (357)
"Great place to stay. Close to everything around Mackay. Thank you."
Australia
Carl
The price is AED 303
AED 333 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
International Lodge
Breakfast served, local and international cuisine, pool views
Mackay Resort Motel

Mackay Resort Motel

Mackay Resort Motel
4.0 star property
West Mackay, 2.1 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (978)
"Great facilities withbpool and bar/restaurant. Has everything a motel needs. Will wtay again on my return to Mackay next year."
Australia
James
The price is AED 318
AED 354 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Dec - 18 Dec
Mackay Resort Motel
Beach
Riviera Mackay

Riviera Mackay

Riviera Mackay
4.0 star property
City Centre, 2.3 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (448)
"Was a nice and quiet room and very spacious"
Australia
Paris
The price is AED 541
AED 541 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Riviera Mackay
Outdoor pool, sun loungers
ibis Mackay

ibis Mackay

ibis Mackay
4.0 star property
South Mackay, 2 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (556)
"Staff were very courteous and the hotel was clean and cool. "
United States
Karla
The price is AED 317
AED 348 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Jan - 3 January 2026
ibis Mackay
King Balcony | View from room
Coral Cay Resort

Coral Cay Resort

Coral Cay Resort
4.5 star property
West Mackay, 1.9 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (941)
"Great place to stay "
Australia
kristian
The price is AED 306
AED 339 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Dec - 18 Dec
Coral Cay Resort
Budget Room | Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Country Plaza Motor Inn

Country Plaza Motor Inn

Country Plaza Motor Inn
4.0 star property
West Mackay, 1.9 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (311)
"Very good "
Australia
Bryan
The price is AED 295
AED 325 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Dec - 12 Dec
Country Plaza Motor Inn
Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM, sun loungers
The Marco Polo

The Marco Polo

The Marco Polo
4.0 star property
West Mackay, 1.9 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (700)
"Beautiful place and lovely workers, close and convenient"
United States
Georga
The price is AED 330
AED 363 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Dec - 20 Dec
The Marco Polo
City view
Rydges Mackay Suites

Rydges Mackay Suites

Rydges Mackay Suites
4.0 star property
City Centre, 1.9 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"The hotel is very convenient to all of Mackay, enjoyed our mini break only small down is the very minimal range of equipment in the fitness centre. The breakfast was really great super selection, highly suggest booking breakfast when booking your room. Overall agreat stay as usual many thanks"
Australia
David
The price is AED 412
AED 453 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Rydges Mackay Suites
Outdoor pool
Galaxy Mackay Motor Inn

Galaxy Mackay Motor Inn

Galaxy Mackay Motor Inn
3.5 star property
West Mackay, 2.3 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (108)
"Very clean and comfortable rooms"
Australia
Sarah
The price is AED 310
AED 341 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Dec - 17 Dec
Galaxy Mackay Motor Inn
Outdoor pool, open 7:30 AM to 8:00 PM, sun loungers
White Lace Motor Inn

White Lace Motor Inn

White Lace Motor Inn
4.0 star property
West Mackay, 1.9 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (936)
"Noisy room, the staff help me copy a paper ne thats it. No friendly place."
Australia
margaretha
The price is AED 321
AED 353 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Dec - 12 Dec
White Lace Motor Inn
BBQ/picnic area
Tropic Coast Motel

Tropic Coast Motel

Tropic Coast Motel
3.5 star property
West Mackay, 2.1 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (367)
"This was a great place to stop for a night as we were travelling through. Would stay again."
Australia
Dennis
The price is AED 332
AED 365 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Dec - 21 Dec
Tropic Coast Motel
Exterior
Coral Sands Motel

Coral Sands Motel

Coral Sands Motel
3.5 star property
City Centre, 1.9 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (560)
"This is a really good place.. helpful staff. Close to the restaurant and cafes. "
Australia
mangesh
The price is AED 288
AED 316 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Dec - 12 Dec
Coral Sands Motel
Reception
Casa Nostra Motel Mackay

Casa Nostra Motel Mackay

Casa Nostra Motel Mackay
4.0 star property
West Mackay, 1.9 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (109)
"Top notch "
Australia
Mikey
The price is AED 295
AED 326 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Dec - 18 Dec
Casa Nostra Motel Mackay
Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Oaks Mackay Carlyle Suites

Oaks Mackay Carlyle Suites

Oaks Mackay Carlyle Suites
4.0 star property
City Centre, 1.5 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (357)
"Newly renovated, very clean apartments, very friendly and helpful staff. We will definitely stay here again."
Australia
Mercy
The price is AED 477
AED 524 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Dec - 14 Dec
Oaks Mackay Carlyle Suites
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.
View all properties

Top Great Barrier Reef Arena Hotel Reviews

Mackay Oceanside Central Hotel

Mackay Oceanside Central Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Rooms are fresh, great beds and check in with friendly staff. What more do you need?"
Lizl 1-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Mackay Oceanside Central Hotel

Hotels near other Great Barrier Reef Arena attractions

Harrup Park

4.4/5 (67 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.
See properties

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.
See properties

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 12 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 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Great Barrier Reef Arena, Shakespeare Motel 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 White Lace Motor Inn.
How many hotels are there near Great Barrier Reef Arena?
Expedia has 12 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.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Great Barrier Reef Arena?
To find more details about updating your stay near Great Barrier Reef Arena or cancelling it, click here.
What can I see and do near Great Barrier Reef Arena?
You can wander around Ken Burgess Orchid House, Jubilee Park, or Mackay Regional Botanic Gardens 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.

Explore a world of travel with Expedia