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Alara Motor Inn

3.5 star property
Hotel in Mackay with outdoor pool and restaurant

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Children’s play area – outdoor
Exterior
Local cuisine
Local cuisine
King room (Non Pet)

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

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52 Nebo Road, West Mackay, QLD, 4740
  • Place, Caneland Central
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Mackay Base Hospital
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Harrup Park
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Mackay, QLD (MKY)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

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Family Room, 2 Bedrooms (Non Pet)

Family Room, 2 Bedrooms (Non Pet)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • 34 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Queen Room (Non Pet)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Queen and Single (Non Pet)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Accessible Room (Non Pet)

1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Accessible Room (Non Pet)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Pet Friendly Queen Room

Pet Friendly Queen Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Jetted bath
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Queen Room with Bath (Non Pet)

1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Queen Room with Bath (Non Pet)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub (Non Pet)

Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub (Non Pet)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Queen Single Room - Pet Friendly

Queen Single Room - Pet Friendly

Queen Single Room - Pet Friendly

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

View all photos for King room (Non Pet)

King room (Non Pet)

King room (Non Pet)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Family (Non Pet)

1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Family (Non Pet)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
2 bathrooms
  • 68 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Single Beds

About the area

Mackay

At Alara Motor Inn you'll be within a 20-minute walk of Jubilee Park and 1.7 km (1.1 mi) from Caneland Central. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .The hotel's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Enjoy the Hot tub, kids' swimming pool and pool loungers. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. Cooked-to-order breakfast is available daily between 6:30 AM and 8:30 AM. .Places within a 30-minute walk of this 3.5-property class West Mackay hotel include Mackay Enertainment and Convention Centre and Mackay Regional Botanic Gardens.

What's nearby

  • Caneland Central - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Mackay Regional Botanic Gardens - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Bluewater Lagoon - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Mackay Base Hospital - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Harrup Park - 7 min drive - 4.8 km

Getting around

  • Mackay Station - 5 min drive
  • Mackay, QLD (MKY) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hungry Jack's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Austral Hotel - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The Coffee Club Café - Caneland Central - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Alara Motor Inn

Hotel in Mackay with outdoor pool and restaurant
Alara Motor Inn offers its guests a kids' pool, an outdoor pool, and Access to hot tub. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A business centre and a meeting room are available. Barbecue grills, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at Alara Motor Inn. Self parking is free.

  • 1 floor
  • 41 guestrooms or units
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Alara Motor Inn offers 41 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and microwaves.

This Mackay hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and free toiletries. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free covered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 6:30 AM to 8:30 AM for a fee: AUD 10 to 50 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Separate bedroom

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

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

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Conference space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • 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.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • No lift
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • 1 floor
  • Banquet hall

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Friday (8:00 AM - 7:00 PM) and Saturday - Saturday (8:00 AM - 5:00 PM)
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox 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
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk, lockbox

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately AUD 10 to 50 per person

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

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Alara Motor
Alara Motor Inn
Alara Motor Inn Mackay
Alara Motor Mackay
Alara Motor Inn West Mackay
Alara Motor West Mackay
Alara Motor Inn Hotel
Alara Motor Inn West Mackay
Alara Motor Inn Hotel West Mackay

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Alara Motor Inn?

Alara Motor Inn offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Alara Motor Inn?

Yep, Alara Motor Inn has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Alara Motor Inn?

The closest beach to Alara Motor Inn is Blacks Beach Park (10 km).

Does Alara Motor Inn have a pool?

Alara Motor Inn has an outdoor pool and a kids' pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger.

Does Alara Motor Inn serve breakfast?

Sure does, cooked-to-order brekkie is offered daily from 6:30 AM to 8:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Alara Motor Inn?

No, Alara Motor Inn does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Alara Motor Inn?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves local cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Alara Motor Inn?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Alara Motor Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 220 out of 384 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 130 out of 384 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 26 out of 384 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 384 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 384 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Delene

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Bree

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness
Good
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Katrina

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bernard

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samasoni

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pauline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very central location Clean comfy room

We found the unit to be clean easily accessible with having a car park literally at the door. After a long drive we found having room service available for a meal was excellent - the meal itself & customer service. Jimmy D's restaurant is also open to dine in - breakfast also available for room service if ordered the night before. We will definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Garry

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
May sound minor but the fact that when we booked in late at night, the key was in the safe box at the office and the room had milk and biscuits was great. Nice room as well.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kacey

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Tyler

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Comfortable overnight stay

Very quick check-in. Our room was spacious and clean with a comfortable bed. Lowset older style motel with convenient parking outside front door. Some aeroplane noise early in the night, but this ceased by bedtime. Would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicola

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Grant

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Quick overnight stay arrived late at night.room was comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Helen

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

10/10 Excellent

Carmen

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was amazing. The bed was the most comfortable I have ever slept on. The place was clean and gave off a real chill vibe. Also love the little smoking area in the centre, great idea
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Janine

Travelled with partner
The King Bed was Aweful both woke with a sore back way too soft just sunk into it. Sheets weren’t very nice very stiff not overly nice. The shower head was too forceful it pelted you like needles. The fridge and freezer didn’t work properly half cold at best and freezer didn’t freeze our blocks.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Dan

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel turned me away and said ill be refunded but haven't don3 anything about it i had nowhere to stay for the weekend
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jen

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay! Wifi was amazing, clean rooms and amenities and parking onsite! Would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect for overnight stop

Great for an overnight stop , had everything we needed , small suggestion , add a second bedside table . Very helpful at reception
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Travis

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had an issue with a work CC and they itemised it to make it easier on our finance staff went above and beyond to accomodate nice work guys x
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Jill

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Pet friendly room with dog bowl and a snack for the dog was appreciated
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I was only in one night whilst travelling. It was clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Brianna

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allan

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent accomodation at a reasonable price. The in house restaurant has a great range of high quality items on the menu.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024