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Highest rated hotelRydges Mackay Suites, an EVT Hotel – 5
Cheapest month to bookMay
Average 4 star hotel price$144 per night

Your guide to finding the best hotels in Mackay, Australia

Make the most of your time in Mackay by finding a hotel that matches your style. Discover our favorite hotels that cater to every taste and budget, from luxurious to modest hotels.

Best time to visit Mackay

Mackay is an interesting travel destination year-round, but what you hope to do (or avoid) during your vacation should be considered while making plans, such as weather and price. Low and high season in Mackay

Busiest month(s): With August being the peak visitor season in Mackay, the average nightly price increases to $158. If you're visiting Mackay during this time, anticipate relatively higher costs than during the slower times of year, which offer average nightly prices of $146.

Quietest month(s): The cheapest time to travel is usually October, when the average room rate per night is $146. Compared with the busier times of the year, the savings add up.

Mackay is a perfect place if you want to experience moderate rainfall and more temperate weather.

If you are looking to avoid the rainy season in February, visit Mackay in September when you're least likely to run into wet weather.

The priciest month in Mackay is August, when you can expect to spend around $158 on hotels. Weekend rates typically increase, averaging around $140 per night throughout the year, while Tuesday bookings cost the most at the best hotels in Mackay. You'll find savings on Saturday, which is the cheapest day of the week to book a room on average.

Where to stay in Mackay

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Popular hotels in Mackay

These are some other popular hotels in Mackay:

The 3-star Econo Lodge Beachside offers a relaxing stay in the middle of Mackay. The hotel offers a free Wi-Fi, outdoor pool, fitness center, and spa.

The Casa Nostra Motel Mackay is also a wonderful choice for comfort and an affordable price point. With a 3-star rating, this hotel provides restaurant, bar, gym, and spa options.

Rated as a 4-star hotel, the Mackay Oceanside Central combines comfort with modern amenities including a free breakfast, fitness center, indoor pool and free parking.

The Mackay Resort Motel is a 4-star hotel with plenty to offer you. The hotel features a breakfast, Fitness center, pool, and free Wi-Fi for you to enjoy.

Featuring a modern and comfortable design, the Country Plaza Motor Inn is a 4-star hotel that provides pool, fitness center, free breakfast, and free Wi-Fi.

Things to do in Mackay

In the middle of the city, you can find well-known attractions and things to do like the Orchid Display House, Caneland Central Shopping Centre, and Bluewater Lagoon. If you love food, you'll find a smorgasbord of great places to eat, like Romeo & Juliet's Restaurant, Jamaica Blue cafe Mackay, Rice Buffet, JIM-ME Kitchen Pty Ltd, and Coolmango Salad Bar.

Finding cheap hotels in Mackay: FAQs

In Mackay, the expected average temperature in March is 26°C. The warmest month is typically February, which averages 29°C. The coolest month is July, with temperatures averaging 16°C. The rainiest month is February, and the driest month is September.
You can always cancel or amend your hotel reservation if you need to, but look out for hotels in Mackay with free cancellation or flexible booking options if you want to protect your money. Some hotels allow you to cancel and get your money back if your plans change.
Of course - the cheapest hotel deal we found within the next seven days is $84 per night. If you need somewhere in the next 24 hours, we've found you somewhere to stay for $96 per night.
The average price of a hotel during the week is $175 per night, and the average price on weekends is $157. Overall, it looks like the cheapest day to stay in Mackay could be Sunday.
The nearest airport to Mackay is Mackay Airport (MKY), which is 3.5km from the city centre.
We crunched some numbers on our calendar and found that Sunday is the cheapest day to stay in Mackay. And the most expensive day seems to be Thursday
The average price of a 3-star hotel in Mackay is currently around $133 per night. And the cheapest 3-star hotel we found is $78 per night.
The average price of a 4-star hotel in Mackay is currently around $148 per night. And the cheapest 4-star hotel we found is $100 per night.
If you're hitting up Mackay with kids in tow, try Central Tourist Park, Shamrock Gardens Motel and The Metropolitan Hotel.