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Our top choices for Dolphin Heads hotels

3 outdoor pools, open 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

The Resort @ Dolphin Heads

The Resort @ Dolphin Heads
3.5 star property
Dolphin Heads
7.4 out of 10, Good, (510 reviews)
"Beautiful position lovely staff but very dated"
Australia
Stephen
The price is AED 405
AED 446 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
The Resort @ Dolphin Heads
Dining

Boomerang Motor Hotel

Boomerang Motor Hotel
3.0 star property
West Mackay, 14.4 km from Dolphin Heads
6.8 out of 10, (201 reviews)
"Clean room, friendly staff"
Australia
Aaron
The price is AED 328
AED 362 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
Boomerang Motor Hotel
Exterior

Shamrock Gardens Motel

Shamrock Gardens Motel
3.5 star property
West Mackay, 13.3 km from Dolphin Heads
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (270 reviews)
"Clean, lovely, friendly staff, nice pool, great spot "
Australia
Greg
The price is AED 394
AED 436 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Jul - 31 Jul
Shamrock Gardens Motel
Dining

Reef Resort Motel

Reef Resort Motel
4.0 star property
West Mackay, 13.2 km from Dolphin Heads
7.6 out of 10, Good, (322 reviews)
"Friendly staff and clean room"
Australia
Dean
The price is AED 405
AED 448 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
Reef Resort Motel
Outdoor pool

Mackay Rose Motel

Mackay Rose Motel
3.0 star property
West Mackay, 13.1 km from Dolphin Heads
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (179 reviews)
"Very good,friendly staff"
Australia
Vivie
The price is AED 304
AED 335 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Aug - 9 Aug
Mackay Rose Motel
Family Room | Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Tropic Coast Motel

Tropic Coast Motel
3.5 star property
West Mackay, 13.1 km from Dolphin Heads
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (380 reviews)
"This was a great place to stop for a night as we were travelling through. Would stay again."
Australia
Dennis
The price is AED 296
AED 325 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Jul - 29 Jul
Tropic Coast Motel
Exterior

Mackay Resort Motel

Mackay Resort Motel
4.0 star property
West Mackay, 13.1 km from Dolphin Heads
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"An excellent place to stop after a long journey. Friendly staff, lovely room, comfy bed and convenient location. "
Australia
Richard
The price is AED 315
AED 349 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Mackay Resort Motel
Pub, alfresco dining, open daily

ibis Mackay

ibis Mackay
4.0 star property
South Mackay, 15.4 km from Dolphin Heads
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (597 reviews)
"Great location to be so close to airport - good services available"
Australia
Melissa
The price is AED 304
AED 334 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Aug - 15 Aug
ibis Mackay
Front of property

White Lace Motor Inn

White Lace Motor Inn
4.0 star property
West Mackay, 12.7 km from Dolphin Heads
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Easy parking."
Australia
Raymond
The price is AED 309
AED 341 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
White Lace Motor Inn
2 Bedroom Corporate Unit, Garden View | Laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)

Miners Lodge Motor Inn

Miners Lodge Motor Inn
3.5 star property
West Mackay, 12.5 km from Dolphin Heads
7.8 out of 10, Good, (355 reviews)
"A real decent place to stay in in the heart of Mackay witch is super handy and very reasonably priced "
Australia
Clayton
The price is AED 274
AED 301 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
Miners Lodge Motor Inn
Children's play area - outdoor

Alara Motor Inn

Alara Motor Inn
3.5 star property
West Mackay, 12.5 km from Dolphin Heads
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (388 reviews)
"We liked the spacious room and that it was pet friendly and the staff were nice. It was very cold at night, an extra blanket would have been nice. But all in all a great place to stay."
Australia
Gabriele
The price is AED 326
AED 358 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Aug - 9 Aug
Alara Motor Inn
Front of property

The Marco Polo

The Marco Polo
4.0 star property
West Mackay, 12.4 km from Dolphin Heads
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (716 reviews)
"Friendly staff, late check-in is available. Room was clean and spacious. Free car park. Would stay again if in the area! Good value."
Australia
Lawrence
The price is AED 314
AED 345 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Aug - 13 Aug
The Marco Polo
Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)

Country Plaza Motor Inn

Country Plaza Motor Inn
4.0 star property
West Mackay, 12.4 km from Dolphin Heads
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (333 reviews)
"Ideal location"
Australia
Maree
The price is AED 283
AED 311 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
Country Plaza Motor Inn
View from property

Sun Plaza Motel Mackay

Sun Plaza Motel Mackay
3.0 star property
West Mackay, 12.4 km from Dolphin Heads
7.6 out of 10, Good, (424 reviews)
"Good location, clean room and very friendly staff."
Australia
Natalia
The price is AED 256
AED 282 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
Sun Plaza Motel Mackay
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Motel Northview Mackay

Motel Northview Mackay
3.5 star property
Mount Pleasant, 9.5 km from Dolphin Heads
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (135 reviews)
"Great stay. Staff were very friendly and welcoming. The room was clean and spacious. Would go again"
Australia
Anonymous traveler
The price is AED 289
AED 318 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Aug - 14 Aug
Motel Northview Mackay
Garden

Casa Nostra Motel Mackay

Casa Nostra Motel Mackay
4.0 star property
West Mackay, 12.3 km from Dolphin Heads
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (113 reviews)
"updated"
Australia
Julian
The price is AED 277
AED 305 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
Casa Nostra Motel Mackay
Breakfast and dinner served

Windmill Motel and Events Centre

Windmill Motel and Events Centre
4.0 star property
Mount Pleasant, 10.1 km from Dolphin Heads
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (765 reviews)
"Excellent stay - very clean"
Australia
Tammara
The price is AED 361
AED 398 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
Windmill Motel and Events Centre
Restaurant

Coral Cay Resort

Coral Cay Resort
4.5 star property
West Mackay, 12.2 km from Dolphin Heads
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (979 reviews)
"Great location"
Australia
Katie
The price is AED 292
AED 326 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Aug - 9 Aug
Coral Cay Resort
Exterior

Shakespeare Motel

Shakespeare Motel
4.0 star property
12 km from Dolphin Heads
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (426 reviews)
"Nice property."
Australia
Joanne
The price is AED 324
AED 357 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Jul - 29 Jul
Shakespeare Motel
BBQ/picnic area

Paradise Lodge Motel

Paradise Lodge Motel
2.5 star property
City Centre, 11.5 km from Dolphin Heads
7.0 out of 10, Good, (75 reviews)
"It did the job I needed it to do - overnight stay on a minimum budget"
Australia
Francis
The price is AED 268
AED 295 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
Paradise Lodge Motel
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Where to stay in Dolphin Heads

Find the best Dolphin Heads areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
A beach with waves at sunset, rocks, and a colorful sky.
Photo by Mark Fitz
Open Photo by Mark Fitz

Mackay Harbour

Mackay Harbour is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Mackay Marina Village & Shipyard and Floodway Conservation Area.

A swimming pool surrounded by palm trees and modern buildings.

City Centre

If you're spending some time in City Centre, Bluewater Lagoon and Caneland Central are top sights worth seeing.

A coastal landscape with a beach, ocean, and distant industrial structures.

South Mackay

South Mackay is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Great Barrier Reef Arena and BB Print Stadium.

West Mackay

West Mackay is noteworthy for its bars, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Pioneer Valley and Mackay Regional Botanic Gardens.

A beach with palm trees, a small island, and a clear blue sky.

North Mackay

Travelers like the shopping in North Mackay, and Mackay Regional Botanical Gardens is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Top Dolphin Heads Hotel Reviews

Mantra Mackay

Mantra Mackay

10/10 Excellent
"Rooms where amazing- the view was incredible"
Allan 4-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Mantra Mackay

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Dolphin Heads?
Dolphin Heads is a neighborhood that travelers like for its seaside, gardens, and restaurants.
What's a favorite hotel to stay in Dolphin Heads?
Based on our traveler data, The Resort @ Dolphin Heads is one of the top choices for your stay in Dolphin Heads. This hotel offers 3 outdoor pools and a restaurant. Other good options for your stay in the neighborhood include Beachfront Living and Luxury Beach Front Studio.
How many hotels are there in the Dolphin Heads area?
When you want to find places to stay in Mackay, start by booking one of Expedia's 7 hotels and other accommodations in Dolphin Heads.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Dolphin Heads, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most hotel reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review the best deals in Dolphin Heads.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Dolphin Heads?
For more details about picking new dates or cancelling your trip to Dolphin Heads, head over to our customer service page.
What is there to do in this Mackay neighborhood?
A few places to visit in the area around Dolphin Heads include Eimeo Beach, Bucasia Beach, and Hibiscus Shopping Centre. Blacks Beach Park and Northern Beaches Central Shopping Centre are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Mackay.