The Best Family Hotels in Mackay from NT$3,109 in 2026 | Expedia

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Our top choices for Mackay family-friendly hotels

Pub, alfresco dining, open daily

Front of property - evening/night

Pub, alfresco dining, open daily

Breakfast, lunch, dinner and brunch served

1. ibis Mackay

South Mackay

NT$3,195

NT$3,514 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 28 - Aug 29

Restaurant

Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM, sun loungers

Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub | Balcony view

Restaurant

2. Mantra Mackay

Mackay Harbour

Waterfront family resort in Mackay Harbor offers exceptional pool fun and marine adventures just steps from the beach.

NT$3,900

NT$4,290 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 27 - Aug 28

Exterior

Luxury King Spa Suite | In-room dining

Luxury King Spa Suite | Bathroom | Eco-friendly toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Garden view

3. Mackay Resort Motel

West Mackay

NT$2,908

NT$3,199 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

Bar (on property)

Dining room

City view

Coffee/tea maker, fridge, electric kettle

4. Rydges Mackay Suites

City Centre

NT$4,475

NT$4,922 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

Outdoor dining

Outdoor pool, sun loungers

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Efficiency) | Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, desk

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Efficiency) | Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, desk

5. MainStay Suites Mackay

City Centre

Beachside family adventures await at this luxury hotel with a serene pool, fitness center, and modern amenities.

NT$4,533

NT$4,760 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 4 - Sep 5

BBQ/picnic area

Exterior

Superior Queen Room | Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Beach nearby

6. Beachside Boutique Motel Mackay

East Mackay

NT$2,645

NT$3,908 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 10 - Sep 11

View from property

View from property

Breakfast, lunch and dinner served

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed | View from room

7. Ocean International

East Mackay

Family-friendly ocean escape offers a beachside pool, spacious rooms with stunning views, and easy access to activities for all ages.

NT$3,817

NT$4,198 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 18 - Aug 19

Property amenity

Exterior

Standard Room, Non Smoking (2 Queen Beds, 2 Single Beds) | Desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free), alarm clocks

Desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free), alarm clocks

8. Comfort Resort Blue Pacific

Blacks Beach

NT$4,539

NT$4,993 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 25 - Aug 26

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Choose what matters most at family-friendly hotels in Mackay

Breakfast included

Pool

All-inclusive

4 stars

5 stars

Family-friendly hotels with free breakfast in Mackay

Pub, alfresco dining, open daily

Front of property - evening/night

Pub, alfresco dining, open daily

Breakfast, lunch, dinner and brunch served

ibis Mackay

South Mackay

NT$3,195

NT$3,514 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 28 - Aug 29

Exterior

Garden view

Luxury King Spa Suite | In-room dining

Self-Contained Family Room | Terrace/patio

Mackay Resort Motel

West Mackay

NT$2,908

NT$3,199 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

Bar (on property)

Dining room

City view

Coffee/tea maker, fridge, electric kettle

Rydges Mackay Suites

City Centre

NT$4,475

NT$4,922 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

Outdoor dining

Outdoor pool, sun loungers

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Efficiency) | Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, desk

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Efficiency) | Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, desk

MainStay Suites Mackay

City Centre

NT$4,533

NT$4,760 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 4 - Sep 5

Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM, sun loungers

Restaurant

Reception

Restaurant

Mantra Mackay

Mackay Harbour

NT$3,900

NT$4,290 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 27 - Aug 28

Property amenity

Exterior

Standard Room, Non Smoking (2 Queen Beds, 2 Single Beds) | Desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free), alarm clocks

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Private kitchen | Coffee/tea maker, fridge, microwave, stovetop

Comfort Resort Blue Pacific

Blacks Beach

NT$4,539

NT$4,993 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 25 - Aug 26

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Family-friendly hotels with pools in Mackay

Exterior

Garden view

Luxury King Spa Suite | In-room dining

Self-Contained Family Room | Terrace/patio

Mackay Resort Motel

West Mackay

NT$2,908

NT$3,199 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

Pub, alfresco dining, open daily

Front of property - evening/night

Pub, alfresco dining, open daily

Breakfast, lunch, dinner and brunch served

ibis Mackay

South Mackay

NT$3,195

NT$3,514 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 28 - Aug 29

Bar (on property)

Dining room

City view

Coffee/tea maker, fridge, electric kettle

Rydges Mackay Suites

City Centre

NT$4,475

NT$4,922 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

Outdoor dining

Outdoor pool, sun loungers

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Efficiency) | Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, desk

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Efficiency) | Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, desk

MainStay Suites Mackay

City Centre

NT$4,533

NT$4,760 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 4 - Sep 5

Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM, sun loungers

Restaurant

Reception

Restaurant

Mantra Mackay

Mackay Harbour

NT$3,900

NT$4,290 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 27 - Aug 28

View from property

Executive Room, Non Smoking, Balcony | Iron/ironing board, WiFi (free), bed sheets

Breakfast, lunch and dinner served

View from property

Ocean International

East Mackay

NT$3,817

NT$4,198 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 18 - Aug 19

Family Room | Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

BBQ/picnic area

Children's play area - outdoor

Outdoor pool

Tropic Coast Motel

West Mackay

NT$2,646

NT$2,910 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 24 - Aug 25

Beach nearby

View from property

Outdoor pool, sun loungers

2 bars/lounges

Mackay Seabreeze Apartments

Slade Point

NT$3,389

NT$3,728 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 5 - Sep 6

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

Property grounds

Exterior

Breakfast, lunch, dinner and brunch served

The Resort @ Dolphin Heads

Dolphin Heads

NT$3,599

NT$3,959 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 18 - Aug 19

Children's play area - outdoor

Marina

Superior 1 Bedroom Cabin - Sleeps 4 | Iron/ironing board, WiFi (free), bed sheets

Deluxe Villa - Sleeps 4 | In-room dining

Discovery Parks - Mackay

Mackay Harbour

NT$3,109

NT$3,109 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

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Top Mackay Hotel Reviews

Beachside Boutique Motel Mackay

Beachside Boutique Motel Mackay

10/10 Excellent

"M"

Pacific Sands Apartments

Pacific Sands Apartments

8/10 Good

"Great apartment and very comfortable."

Mid City Motor Inn

Mid City Motor Inn

8/10 Good

"Good value, good location, lovely bloke running it."

Coral Cay Resort

Coral Cay Resort

8/10 Good

"King balcony room is large with a lounge and dining table. Room was very clean. Great staff at reception. Short drive to restaurants and shopping."

Country Plaza Motor Inn

Country Plaza Motor Inn

10/10 Excellent

"All good"

Mackay Resort Motel

Mackay Resort Motel

8/10 Good

"Easy checkin"

White Lace Motor Inn

White Lace Motor Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Just say that I had at the motel was absolutely perfect and awesome will stay again"

The Resort @ Dolphin Heads

The Resort @ Dolphin Heads

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely stay quiet for an over night stay Pleased with the service and helpful to get me into my room"

Mackay Oceanside Central Hotel

Mackay Oceanside Central Hotel

8/10 Good

"Convenient location, clean but could certainly do with some maintenance…broken cupboard door and tile wall in the bathroom was falling apart."

Frequently asked questions

What's Mackay like for family-friendly vacations?

If you've been thinking about a trip with your kids, the culturally rich destination of Mackay is a good choice. The exciting theme parks, island setting, and parks are just some of the things that make this a good place for family vacations. Fly into Mackay, QLD (MKY), which is located 2.4 mi (3.8 km) from the city center.

What's the best place to stay for a family vacation to Mackay?

Mantra Mackay is a hotel with an outdoor pool and a restaurant, and it's a top choice on Expedia for families. Other good options to stay with the kids include MainStay Suites Mackay and Pratt Holiday Home.

How many family-friendly hotels are there in Mackay?

Expedia has 5 family-friendly hotels and other accommodations in Mackay.

When's the best time to book a family-friendly vacation in Mackay?

The hottest months are usually January and February with an average temp of 79°F, while the coldest months are July and August with an average of 67°F. The rainiest months in Mackay are March, January, February, and December, with each month seeing an average of 10 inches of rainfall.

What's there to see and do with your family in Mackay?

Bluewater Lagoon, Caneland Central, and Great Barrier Reef Arena are interesting attractions you and your family will enjoy exploring while you are staying in Mackay. Make sure you have lots of time for activities like Mount Pleasant Shopping Centre and Mackay Marina Village & Shipyard.

What's the best way for us to get around Mackay?

If you want to explore the larger area, hop aboard a train at Mackay Station. Mackay might not have very many public transit options so consider a car rental to maximize your time.