Mackay - the destination for students
Portrait of Monika Ebner, Head of Operations & Client Service
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Monika Ebner
Hotel expert at tripmakery.com


If you are planning a study trip to Mackay and are looking for suitable accommodation, the choice of hotel plays a crucial role. However, it turns out that it's not always easy to find accommodations that meet the specific needs of study groups. After thorough examination of 26 hotels in Mackay, we present to you the top 10 accommodations that are ideal for study trips. These not only offer comfortable lodging but also provide special facilities and amenities for an enriching study experience.

Getting offers from different hotels is unfortunately very time-consuming, we know that. That's why we have created our dedicated service, which provides you with fitting offers!

Note: The selection was made according to our experts' own criteria and experience and  does NOT contain paid advertising!

  • 1. Gecko's Rest Budget Accommodation & Backpackers

    Building hotel Gecko's Rest Budget Accommodation & Backpackers
    Hotel rooms 19 total
    Property typeHostel
    Address34 Sydney Street, 4740 Mackay, Mackay - Google Maps
    Location
    • 0.3 km to city centre
    • 3.5 km to airport
    RatingAppealing   (6/10p.)
    61 reviews
    ParkingDetails on request
    Amenities
    Price category$ (up to A$60/night)
  • 2. Mycow Accommodation Mackay

    Building hotel Mycow Accommodation Mackay
    Hotel rooms 40 total
    Property type
    Address106 Main Street, 4740 Mackay, Mackay - Google Maps
    Location
    • 8.8 km to city centre
    • 5.8 km to airport
    RatingAppealing   (6/10p.)
    26 reviews
    Parking
    Car parking: 
    Yes - free
    Amenities
    • Parking (Free)
    Price category$ (up to A$60/night)
  • 3. BIG4 Mackay Marine Tourist Park

    Building hotel BIG4 Mackay Marine Tourist Park
    Hotel rooms 30 total
    Property typeCamping
    Address379 Harbour Road, 4740 Mackay, Mackay - Google Maps
    Location
    • 3.9 km to city centre
    • 7.1 km to airport
    RatingAppealing   (6/10p.)
    204 reviews
    Parking
    Car parking: 
    Yes - free
    Amenities
    • Pool (Free)
    • Parking (Free)
    Price category$ (up to A$60/night)
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  • 4. Central Tourist Park

    Building hotel Central Tourist Park
    Hotel rooms 35 total
    Property typeHoliday Park
    Address15 Malcomson street, North Mackay.Qld, 4740 Mackay, Mackay - Google Maps
    Location
    • 2.2 km to city centre
    • 5.3 km to airport
    RatingAppealing   (6/10p.)
    43 reviews
    Parking
    Car parking: 
    Yes - free
    Amenities
    • Pool (Free)
    • Parking (Free)
    Price category$ (up to A$60/night)
  • 5. Ibis Mackay

    Building hotel Ibis Mackay
    Hotel rooms 152 total
    Property typeHotel
    AddressBoundary Rd East Mackay Airport, 4740 Mackay, Mackay - Google Maps
    Location
    • 3.7 km to city centre
    • 0.6 km to airport
    RatingGreat   (8/10p.)
    350 reviews
    Parking
    Car parking: 
    Yes - free
    Bus parking: 
    Yes - free
    Amenities
    • 24h Reception
    • Business Center
    • Parking (Free)
    Price category$ (up to A$60/night)
    Benefits
    • Large capacity (152 rooms)
    • Breakfast
    • Bus parking
  • 6. Windmill Motel & Events Centre

    Building hotel Windmill Motel & Events Centre
    Hotel rooms 42 total
    Property type
    Address5 Highway Plaza, 4740 Mackay, Mackay - Google Maps
    Location
    • 3.7 km to city centre
    • 5.6 km to airport
    RatingGreat   (8/10p.)
    162 reviews
    Parking
    Car parking: 
    Yes - free
    Bus parking: 
    Yes - free
    Amenities
    • Conference Rooms
    • Pool (Free)
    • Parking (Free)
    Price category$ (up to A$60/night)
    Benefits
    • Bus parking
  • 7. The Marco Polo

    Building hotel The Marco Polo
    Hotel rooms 38 total
    Property typeHotel
    Address46 Nebo Road, 4740 Mackay, Mackay - Google Maps
    Location
    • 1.9 km to city centre
    • 2.6 km to airport
    RatingGreat   (8/10p.)
    85 reviews
    Parking
    Car parking: 
    Yes - free
    Bus parking: 
    Yes - free
    Amenities
    • Business Center
    • Pool (Free)
    • Spa
    • Parking (Free)
    Price category$ (up to A$60/night)
    Benefits
    • Bus parking
  • 8. Mantra Mackay

    Building hotel Mantra Mackay
    Hotel rooms 78 total
    Property typeHotel
    AddressMulherin Drive, Mackay Harbour, 4740 Mackay, Mackay - Google Maps
    Location
    • 5.2 km to city centre
    • 8.0 km to airport
    RatingAppealing   (6/10p.)
    25 reviews
    Parking
    Car parking: 
    Yes - free
    Amenities
    • Business Center
    • Parking (Free)
    • Pool
    Price category$$ (around A$60 - A$85/night)
    Benefits
    • Breakfast
    • Large capacity (78 rooms)
  • 9. Broken River Mountain Resort

    Building hotel Broken River Mountain Resort
    Hotel rooms 50 total
    Property typeResort
    Address524 Eungella Dam Road, 4757 Eungella, Mackay - Google Maps
    Location
    • 0.2 km to city centre
    • 70.0 km to airport
    RatingGreat   (8/10p.)
    6 reviews
    Parking
    Car parking: 
    Yes - free
    Amenities
    • Business Center
    • Conference Rooms
    • Pool (Free)
    • Parking (Free)
    Price category N/A
    Benefits
    • Large capacity (50 rooms)
  • 10. Shamrock Gardens Motel

    Building hotel Shamrock Gardens Motel
    Hotel rooms 28 total
    Property type
    Address48 Donaldson Street, 4740 Mackay, Mackay - Google Maps
    Location
    • 2.7 km to city centre
    • 2.3 km to airport
    RatingGreat   (8/10p.)
    218 reviews
    Parking
    Car parking: 
    Yes - free
    Amenities
    • Parking (Free)
    • Pool
    Price category$ (up to A$60/night)
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