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Coral Sands Motel

3.5 star property
Motel with free parking, a quick walk to Mackay Enertainment and Convention Centre

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Exterior
Front of property
King Standard with Bath | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Lounge
Outdoor pool, sun loungers

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry

Room options

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Showing 7 of 7 rooms

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Executive Room | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Executive Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Microwave
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Queen or twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Microwave
Electric kettle
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Economy Room (Dollar Saver)

1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Economy Room (Dollar Saver)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Microwave
Electric kettle
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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King Standard with Bath | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

King Standard with Bath

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Microwave
Electric kettle
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Family Room | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Family Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Microwave
Electric kettle
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Apartment, 3 Bedrooms | Living area | TV

Apartment, 3 Bedrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Microwave
Toaster oven
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Bed and 3 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Economy Upgrade

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Microwave
Electric kettle
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
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About the neighborhood

Located near a boardwalk/promenade, Coral Sands Motel is in City Centre, a neighborhood in Mackay. Caneland Central and Mount Pleasant Shopping Centre are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Harrup Park and Bucasia Beach. Don't miss out on a visit to Bluewater Lagoon.
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Map
44 Macalister Street, Mackay, QLD, 4740

What's nearby

  • Mackay Enertainment and Convention Centre - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Bluewater Lagoon - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Caneland Central - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Harrup Park - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Mackay Base Hospital - 5 min drive - 2.3 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪The Grazing Goat Cafe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Zambrero - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Noodle Paradise - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Creperie Restaurant - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Coral Sands Motel

Motel near Harrup Park
Located close to Mackay Enertainment and Convention Centre and Bluewater Lagoon, Coral Sands Motel provides a terrace, a garden, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a bar and a restaurant.
You'll also find perks like:
  • An outdoor pool with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), express check-out, and express check-in
  • Barbecue grills, luggage storage, and an elevator
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Coral Sands Motel feature comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • TVs with premium channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and electric kettles

Languages

English

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
  • 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

Access methods

Staffed front desk, key retrieval, private entrance

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
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 the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: AUD 50 per accommodation, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • 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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Parking height restrictions apply
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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Coral Sands Motel Mackay
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Frequently asked questions

Does Coral Sands Motel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Coral Sands Motel?

As of Aug 21, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Coral Sands Motel on Sep 3, 2025 start from $76.04, excluding 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.

Is Coral Sands Motel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Coral Sands Motel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Coral Sands Motel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Coral Sands Motel?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Coral Sands Motel located?

Located in City Centre, this motel is within a 10-minute walk of Mackay Enertainment and Convention Centre, Bluewater Lagoon, and Caneland Central. Harrup Park and Mackay Base Hospital are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Coral Sands Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 215 out of 533 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 224 out of 533 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 67 out of 533 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 533 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 533 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

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

10/10 Excellent

Robyn

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

8/10 Good

Jenni

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and comfortable.
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

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and close to a few places to eat
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 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

10/10 Excellent

Kharma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pool was great, room tidy and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Michael

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

10/10 Excellent

Kylie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The stuff are great units are clean ,recommend its a great place to stay .
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

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

10/10 Excellent

Angie

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Wonderful welcome from Sally! Great location! Comfortable beds! 👍
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kharma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great value for money
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Becca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff are great. Top location
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Gordon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location. Reasonably quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well maintained room with comfortable bed. Value for money. Easy walk to dining options too
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and simple
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Jem Louise

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

10/10 Excellent

Naomi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great room set up for a family and lovely customer service.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Toby

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clayton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, very enjoyable experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brad

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Tidy clean rooms. Comfy bed. Central to shopping, bars, food options.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Adrain

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
great service and great area to stay

8/10 Good

Reuben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfortable and clean rooms, walls are very thin though, could hear next room talking
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zakk

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic staff and great rooms. Will stay again
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023