Reef Resort Motel

4.0 star property

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Queen Room  | Individually decorated, individually furnished, laptop workspace
2 Bedroom Family Suite | Individually decorated, individually furnished, laptop workspace
Outdoor pool, sun loungers
2 Bedroom Family Suite | Individually decorated, individually furnished, laptop workspace

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available

Explore the area

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166-170 Nebo Road, West Mackay, QLD, 4740
  • Place, Mackay Regional Botanic Gardens
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Mackay Base Hospital
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Place, Harrup Park
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Mackay, QLD (MKY)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

Queen Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • 322 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Twin Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)
  • 322 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Executive Spa Suite

  • 322 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

2 Bedroom Family Suite

  • 635 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Mackay

Located in West Mackay within a short walk of Mackay Regional Botanic Gardens, Reef Resort Motel is within a mile (2 km) of Pioneer Valley. This 35-room, 4-star motel has conveniences like an outdoor pool, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Mackay Regional Botanic Gardens - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Pioneer Valley - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Mackay Base Hospital - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Caneland Central - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Harrup Park - 7 min drive - 1.9 miles

Getting around

  • Mackay Station - 4 min drive
  • Mackay, QLD (MKY) - 5 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hungry Jack's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Austral Hotel - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Coffee Club Café - Caneland Central - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Reef Resort Motel

Guests of Reef Resort Motel enjoy an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and conference space. Free parking is available if you drive. Front-desk staff can assist with luggage storage and securing valuables. Additional amenities include free newspapers, laundry facilities, and a banquet hall.
Guests can expect free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with cable channels. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Coffee makers, ironing boards, and wardrobes or closets are other standard amenities.
Recreational amenities at the motel include an outdoor pool.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 6:30 AM to 8:00 AM for a fee: AUD 10 to 35 per person
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Microwave on request
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Conference space

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator (single-level property)

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Microwave on request
  • Mini-fridge
  • Room service
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee for check-in between 8:30 PM and 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 15.0 per day
  • Cribs/infant beds are available for AUD 11.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Deposit: AUD 50 per accommodation, per stay

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately AUD 10.00 to 35.00 per person
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in fee for check-in between 8:30 PM and 10:00 PM
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 11.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 15.0 per day

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-8:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with free RV, bus, and truck parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Best Western Reef Mackay
Best Western Reef Resort Mackay
Reef Resort Motel West Mackay
MAS Country Reef Resort Motel
Reef West Mackay
Reef Resort Motel Motel
Reef Resort Motel West Mackay
Reef Resort Motel Motel West Mackay

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Reef Resort Motel?

Reef Resort Motel offers free cancellation on select room rates. For additional details, review the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Reef Resort Motel?

As of Mar 5, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Reef Resort Motel on Mar 16, 2026 start from $100, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What is there to do within easy reach of Reef Resort Motel?

This motel is situated in West Mackay within a short 15-minute walk of Pioneer Valley and also 8 minutes on foot from Mackay Regional Botanic Gardens. You'll also find Harrup Park and Caneland Central within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Reef Resort Motel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the motel. Free RV/bus/truck parking is also available for guests.

Does Reef Resort Motel have a casino on the premises?

No, Reef Resort Motel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Reef Resort Motel?

No, this motel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

Is Reef Resort Motel good for couples?

Couples staying at this motel will appreciate amenities like an outdoor pool and a restaurant plus some guestrooms include jetted bathtubs.

Does Reef Resort Motel have a hot tub?

Yes, this motel offers private indoor spa tubs in some guestrooms.

Does Reef Resort Motel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Reef Resort Motel serves a full breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Will Reef Resort Motel allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Reef Resort Motel though service animals are welcome.

Does Reef Resort Motel have connecting rooms?

No, this motel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from Reef Resort Motel?

The closest major airport to Reef Resort Motel is Mackay, QLD (MKY), which is 2.7 mi away (5 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Reef Resort Motel?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Reef Resort Motel.

Reef Resort Motel Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 81 out of 321 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 136 out of 321 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 62 out of 321 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 31 out of 321 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 321 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Brooke

Traveled with family and small children
The botanic gardens was a close walk away, same as a 24/7 IGA -Cole’s. Close to the airport
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Joel

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
The property is in a good location for travelling through. The beds need updating urgently and they squeak... a lot!! Parking is first in best dressed, so if you go out for dinner, you'll likely lose you close spot and have to park elsewhere. Restaurant was closed for dinner and breaky.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Deirdre

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Plenty of space. Walking distance to shops and pub Quiet rooms and friendly ataff
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
It felt under the standard, or at least below the ones I stayed before for same price.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Carmen

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Tom

Traveled with partner
Looking a little tired and dated and needs up-grading. Room very basic. Helpfulness of staff was very good.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Keith

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Room was dated within, broken fittings including fridge. Bed was clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Dean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and clean room
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Debra

Traveled with family
Disliked: Staff & service
My Daughter checked in as I was on a flight. Upon check in she a was told by the very unpleasant receptionist that my 3 year old grandson wasn’t on the booking and she would have to sign a declaration, which she did, to agree to that, when in fact he was on the booking. I sorted the issue out with him over the phone but my daughter and her son stayed at a friends house as she was made feel like she had done something wrong. There was tea, coffee and sugar but no milk for a cup of tea. There was a large hole in the towel. I would never stay there or recommend it to anyone.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Carlene

Traveled with family
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
No spare pillows couldn’t turn the hot water tap on the when we did we couldn’t turn it off dripped non stop all night
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Ralph

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Alexander

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cheap and nasty….. handy work done by owners and it’s easy to tell. The “buffet” was pretty much their family dining room. This place needs a good hard look at itself as I wouldn’t even pay the $135 that I did. More like a $70/night place. Dirt, mould and stains from previous people staying as well as linens smelt like they weren’t washed properly.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

bruce

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
You get what you pay for. I did not expect the resort to be in such disrepair and to be so noisy. The traffic from the highway is constant and you hear every plane take off. The on site secure parking is very tight and it is difficult to manoeuvre a big vehicle around. Next time I will do more research and pay more money for a more comfortable and quiet location.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kerrie

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Raelene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
it is convenient to where I wanted to go around Mackay. Friendly staff, happy to help.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Ross William

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in May 2024

6/10 Okay

David

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was not cleaned during my stay
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dannielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Dennis

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

6/10 Okay

Graham

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

4/10 Poor

Gary

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bradley

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Sarah

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
.

6/10 Okay

Mark

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Free wifi but can’t used