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A beach with a sandy shore and calm water.

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

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

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

Justin

AED 304

AED 447 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

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

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.

A modern hotel room with a large window, a sofa, a desk, a chair, a small table, and a TV.

2. Quest Mackay on Gordon

City Centre, 1.8 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena

Veronica

AED 376

AED 420 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Nov - 8 Nov

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

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

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.

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, 2.2 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena

Stephen

AED 392

AED 434 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

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

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

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.

4. Riviera Mackay

City Centre, 2.3 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena

Colin

AED 579

AED 579 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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 hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a brick wall.

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

5. Shakespeare Motel

1.5 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena

Joanne

AED 316

AED 348 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Oct - 25 Oct

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

A hotel with a covered driveway, a large arched window, and a sign indicating a night bell.

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

6. Mackay Resort Motel

West Mackay, 2.1 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena

Darryl

AED 325

AED 358 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Oct - 25 Oct

A swimming pool area with lounge chairs and a covered patio.

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.

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

AED 324

AED 357 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

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

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

A reception desk with a large mirror, framed certificates, and a small plant.

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 traveler

AED 332

AED 332 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

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

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

A modern hotel with a prominent 'HOTEL' sign, a covered entrance, and a visible 'Mark' sign in the background.

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

9. ibis Mackay

South Mackay, 2 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena

gail

AED 333

AED 367 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 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.

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

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

10. Ocean International

East Mackay, 1.3 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena

Joel

AED 353

AED 391 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A modern hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a clear blue sky.

An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, a covered walkway, and a pool in the background.

A modern building with a covered walkway, outdoor seating area, and a parking lot.

A parking area with a white van, a building entrance with a sign, and a small kiosk.

11. Mackay Oceanside Central Hotel

East Mackay, 2.2 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena

Katelyn

AED 321

AED 321 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Nov - 7 Nov

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a nightstand, and a window with curtains.

A kitchen with a stone backsplash, wooden counter, and a ceiling fan.

A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel sink, and a granite countertop.

A room with a brick wall, a ceiling fan, a minibar, and a DVD player.

12. Country Plaza Motor Inn

West Mackay, 1.9 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena

Maree

AED 301

AED 332 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

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

AED 723

AED 723 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

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 hotel lobby with a staircase, a reception desk, and a view of the interior.

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

AED 287

AED 321 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Nov - 8 Nov

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

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

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".

15. The Marco Polo

West Mackay, 1.9 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena

Casey

AED 336

AED 369 total

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 fenced backyard with a playground, including a slide and a swing set.

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

A two-story building with a covered entrance, large windows, and a red-tiled roof.

16. Tropic Coast Motel

West Mackay, 2.1 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena

louise

AED 278

AED 307 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

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

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a microwave.

A modern kitchen with a dining area, a microwave, a coffee maker, and a sink.

A modern kitchen with a built-in refrigerator, microwave, and stove. There is a dining area with a table and chairs, and a sofa in the living area.

17. MainStay Suites Mackay

City Centre, 2 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena

Anne

AED 488

AED 513 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Nov - 15 Nov

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 sofa, a TV, and artwork on the walls.

18. White Lace Motor Inn

West Mackay, 1.9 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena

Desmond

AED 277

AED 307 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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

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

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

19. Rydges Mackay Suites

City Centre, 1.9 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena

meghan

AED 488

AED 537 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a television, and a small kitchenette.

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, 1.9 km from Great Barrier Reef Arena

Ross

AED 276

AED 304 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 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 497 reviews	View
Shamrock Gardens Motel	9.2 Wonderful 273 reviews	View
Riviera Mackay	9.2 Wonderful 468 reviews	View
Shakespeare Motel	9.0 Wonderful 437 reviews	View

Top Great Barrier Reef Arena Hotel Reviews

Mackay Resort Motel

10/10 Excellent

"Clean and tidy"

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."

Riviera Mackay

10/10 Excellent

"Advertising pool on site. There is no pool on site."

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."

Oaks Mackay Rivermarque Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Highly recommended, my go to in Mackay"

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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.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Great Barrier Reef Arena?

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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. Mackay Oceanside Central Hotel

12. Country Plaza Motor Inn

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

Mackay Resort Motel

Coral Cay Resort

White Lace Motor Inn

Riviera Mackay

Mackay Oceanside Central Hotel

Beachside Boutique Motel Mackay

Quest Mackay on Gordon

Oaks Mackay Rivermarque Hotel

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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