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About the Hotel

52 Nebo Rd, Mackay, Australia, 4740
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Close to the city center
Very good
7.9
9.0
/10
4.6
4.4
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Located around a 10-minute ride from Queens Park, the perfect 4-star Alara Motor Inn Mackay offers amenities such as a shared lounge and a golf course. Featuring a restaurant, this Mackay motel is 3.3 km from the Gooseponds.

Location

The hotel is in a conservation area of Mackay. Nearby sights also include the Bluewater Quay, which is nearly a 25-minute walk away.

You can catch the bus at Griffin Street bus stop, in proximity to the Alara Mackay.

Rooms

The air-conditioned rooms comprise a sitting area, and offer free wireless internet and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels along with tea and coffee making equipment. Guests have access to a separate toilet and a shower, as well as bathroom comforts such as a hair dryer and free toiletries. Enjoy views of the courtyard, while staying at the Alara.

Eat & Drink

Sea Winds is an in-house à la carte restaurant, serving Australian dishes. Drinks are available at the lounge bar. There is also a seafood restaurant with different Australian dishes in the area.

Leisure & Business

Guests can relax at a swimming pool or indulge themselves at a spa salon.

Must-do experiences

  • Savor freshly caught seafood at Mackay Marina's Fish and Chips.
  • Discover local art at the Mackay Art Gallery, entry is free.
  • Visit the iconic Bluewater Lagoon for a relaxing day by the water.
  • Sample the tropical fruits at the Mackay Farmers Market on Saturdays.
  • Take a scenic walk at the Botanic Gardens, don't miss the camphor trees.
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Alara Motor Inn offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Pet Friendly Triple Room
2 persons
270 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
King Spa Room Non Pet
2 persons
295 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
Pet Friendly Queen Room
2 persons
270 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
Queen Room Bath Non Pet
2 persons
270 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
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Facilities

Alara Motor Inn offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Facilities: Great
8.3/10Review score

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Parking
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • Pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Wheelchair access
  • Security
  • Luggage storage
  • Locker room
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key access

Sports & Fitness

  • Golf course

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle

Services

  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Picnic area/ Tables
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Children's menu
  • Children's pool

Facilities for people with disabilities

  • Toilet for disabled

Spa & Leisure

  • Saltwater pool
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Sun loungers
  • Garden area
  • BBQ facilities

Room features

  • Free Wi-Fi in rooms
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Sitting area
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Dining table
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Sink

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Alara Motor Inn Location

52 Nebo Rd, Mackay, Australia, 4740
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52 Nebo Rd, Mackay, Australia, 4740
Nearby
Cemetery
Mackay General Cemetery
2400 ft
Shopping Area
Parkside Plaza Mackay
2900 ft
Restaurants
Rialto Restaurant
100 ft
46 Nebo Road
Neptunes Licensed Seafood Restaurant
300 ft
40 Nebo Rd Located at the Country Plaza Motor Inn
Souths Suburban Bowls Club
2300 ft
39 Wardrop St
CC's Restaurant
1400 ft
14 Nebo Rd
Shamrock Hotel
2800 ft
165 Nebo Rd
Ma's Pizza Kitchen
3800 ft
245 Bridge Road Shop C04
Getting around
City Centre
Mackay23 min  ·  1.2 mi
Airports
Mackay Airport (MKY)7 min  ·  2.5 mi
Whitsunday Coast Airport (PPP)180 min  ·  74.4 mi
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 14:00-21:00
Check-out
from 07:00-10:00
Guest Parking
Private parking is possible on site for free.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in the hotel rooms for free.
Children & extra beds
There are no cots provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are allowed on request.
Number of rooms:
38
Former name
Alara Plaza Motel

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about Alara Motor Inn from previous guests about their experience.
Review score
Based on 583 verified reviews
8.2/10
Great
84%
Recommend
Breakfast
7.5/10
Cleanliness
8.5/10
Comfort
8.5/10
Facilities
8.3/10
Free Wi-Fi
8.3/10
Location
8.5/10
Paid Wi-Fi
8.9/10
Staff
8.7/10
Value for money
8.5/10
Guest reviews
based on 1425 reviews
7.9/10
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