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Coral Sands Motel

3.5 star property
Motel with free parking, 6-minute walk to Mackay Enertainment and Convention Centre

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Exterior
Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Front of property
King Standard with Bath | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Lounge

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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44 Macalister Street, Mackay, QLD, 4740
  • Place, Mackay Enertainment and Convention Centre
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Caneland Central
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Bluewater Lagoon
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Mackay, QLD (MKY)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Queen or twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Room (Dollar Saver)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(15 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Apartment, 3 Bedrooms | Living area | TV

Apartment, 3 Bedrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Bed and 3 Twin Beds

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Standard Family Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Family Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Upgrade

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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King Standard with Bath | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

King Standard with Bath

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 43 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Executive Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 32 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Mackay

Located in City Centre, Coral Sands Motel is within a 10-minute walk of popular sights such as Mackay Enertainment and Convention Centre and Bluewater Lagoon. This 46-room, 3.5-star motel has a restaurant, an outdoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.
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What's nearby

  • Artspace Mackay - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Mackay Enertainment and Convention Centre - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Caneland Central - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Bluewater Lagoon - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Harrup Park - 5 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • Mackay Station - 7 min drive
  • Mackay, QLD (MKY) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Austral Hotel - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Zambrero - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Noodle Paradise - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Palace - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Coral Sands Motel

Motel with free parking, 6-minute walk to Mackay Enertainment and Convention Centre
Guests of Coral Sands Motel enjoy features like an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and express check-in. Free parking is included with your stay. Helpful staff can provide dry cleaning/laundry services, tour or ticket assistance, and luggage storage. Additional amenities include express check-out, a terrace, and laundry facilities.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and TVs. Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers are also available.
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

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee: AUD 10 to 50 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 2 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with premium channels

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7:30 PM
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Friday (7:00 AM - 7:30 PM) and Saturday - Sunday (8 AM - 7:00 PM)
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 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

Staffed front desk, key retrieval, private entrance

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 15.0 per day
  • Cribs/infant beds are available for AUD 10.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: AUD 50 per accommodation, per night

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 cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately AUD 10.00 to 50 per person
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 10.0 per day
  • 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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
  • Check-in: 2 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Checking in and out are easy with express services. Driving? This property offers free 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.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • Parking has height restrictions.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

National rating

This property has been awarded a star rating from the Australian Star Ratings Agency, Star Ratings Australia.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What can I see close to Coral Sands Motel?

This motel is situated in City Centre, just steps from Artspace Mackay, and within a 10-minute walk of Bluewater Lagoon and Caneland Central. You'll also find Harrup Park and Pioneer Valley within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Coral Sands Motel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the motel. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does Coral Sands Motel include a casino at the property?

No, Coral Sands Motel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Coral Sands Motel?

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

What do couples enjoy most about Coral Sands Motel?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this motel, including an outdoor pool, a bar, and a restaurant.

Are there hot tubs at Coral Sands Motel?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this motel.

Does Coral Sands Motel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Coral Sands Motel serves a cooked-to-order breakfast for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Will Coral Sands Motel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Coral Sands Motel.

Are there connecting rooms at Coral Sands Motel?

Yes, this motel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

How far is the airport from Coral Sands Motel?

The closest major airport to Coral Sands Motel is Mackay, QLD (MKY), which is 3.9 mi away (11 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Coral Sands Motel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Coral Sands Motel.

Coral Sands Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 229 out of 561 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 232 out of 561 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 72 out of 561 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 561 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 561 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Thaiday

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes. I've previously stayed at this motel. I'm used to it's location and nearby conveniences. :-)
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Merrill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Ty

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very close to everything and easy to get to
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kerrie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good and Reception staff was friendly. However we would have liked the housekeeping to maintain the rooms a bit better by making the beds and resupplying the toiletries daily for us. We were there on a 3 day stay over.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Jeffrey

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No problems at all. Very satisfactory.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claire

Liked: Staff & service
Cheap Needs some money put into it
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location, clean, pleasant room, friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Migma, Moorooka

Right for the price
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Marilyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and quiet. Easy access to shops. Also I felt very safe.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Lorraine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice rooms
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Ziggy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Was very good. Thanks
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very happy overall,
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Michael, Dundas Valley

Old needs to be modernized lights on felt like it was day like at night
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jenni

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was good, staff super friendly, undercover car parking is a bonus.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Gary

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Quiet and comfortable acccommodation in a very convenient location, the attached Chinese restaurant with quick and tasty meals is a real bonus. Only downer was poor internet.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robyn

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
While it is an ageing property, everything is extremely clean and just what is needed for a short stay in Mackay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashantay

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelsey

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jo

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Marissa

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and tidy, bed was comfortable. Walking distance to all restaurant's, everything you needed. Owner was lovely, explained everything and where to go for meals. The property is old but very comfortable, would go there again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

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