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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 activities
Mini fridge
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
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Front of property

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Pet-friendly
  • Breakfast available

Room options

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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
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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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
2 bathrooms
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 68 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Single Beds

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

Accessible Room (Non Pet)

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

King room (Non Pet)

Highlights

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

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

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

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

Pet Friendly Queen Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Jetted bath
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 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)

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

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
  • 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)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(8 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

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub (Non Pet)

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

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
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
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About the area

Map
52 Nebo Road, West Mackay, QLD, 4740

What's nearby

  • Mackay Enertainment and Convention Centre - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Caneland Central - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Bluewater Lagoon - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Mackay Base Hospital - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Harrup Park - 3 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪The Coffee Club - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Hungry Jack's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Austral Hotel - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Red Rooster - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Alara Motor Inn

Hotel located in West Mackay
At Alara Motor Inn, you can look forward to a garden, dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. The on-site restaurant offers dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a business centre.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool and a children's pool, with sunloungers
  • Free self-parking
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), express check-out and express check-in
  • Tour/ticket information, luggage storage and a banquet hall
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at Alara Motor Inn include comforts, such as air conditioning, as well as
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hairdryers
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Fridges, microwaves and electric kettles

Languages

English

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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
  • 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
  • Designated smoking areas

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
Reception hours are 8 AM to 7 PM on weekends.

Access methods

Staffed front desk, lockbox

Pets

Pets stay for free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

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

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 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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
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

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

Does Alara Motor Inn have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Is Alara Motor Inn pet-friendly?

Yes, cats and dogs are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Alara Motor Inn?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Alara Motor Inn?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Alara Motor Inn?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is Alara Motor Inn located?

Located in West Mackay, this hotel is within 1 mile (2 km) of Jubilee Park, Caneland Central and Mackay Enertainment and Convention Centre. Mackay Regional Botanic Gardens and Bluewater Lagoon are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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Alara Motor Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 213 out of 368 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 127 out of 368 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 22 out of 368 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 368 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 368 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jen

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

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

Andrew

I was really impressed with this motel, which is the perfect stop off during the long drive.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Kay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a nice room and a pleasant stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Brett

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place, nice pool, friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, great restaurant, affordable
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katrina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great pet friendly park
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Florentino

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

Good place to stay

Stay was ok
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Rob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and clean, quiet, friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rosemarie

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

Clean, affordable and nice.

Easy, clean, affordable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had our little dog with us and were welcomed by staff. Unit was spacious and clean and great for an overnight stay. We will stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Malcolm Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Pet friendly with a super welcoming attitude to our little fur baby. Great restaurant, easy check in, and fantastic staff. Loved it and looking forward to our next visit!! Our first choice xx
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Toni

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Accommodation was lovely. Excellent for people travelling with pets. Superb restaurant with wonderful food. I will recommend Alara to friends and will stay there again. Thank you to all the staff and owners.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dale

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great staff pool was good however would have liked to have had the full menu at the restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Would certainly again
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, friendly staff. Kids had fun in the pool.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sophie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were incredibly friendly, check in and out was easy and I’m so glad it was pet friendly. Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Mark Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfy bed, very clean, great water pressure, pet friendly
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pet friendly room was very clean & fresh smelling. We would stay there again with pup.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable pillows, dog friendly, cutlery and microwave in the room
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good parking outside rooms

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice room. Good size. Very clean. Quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bernard

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

Great friendly place to stay

Always, friendly and accommodating at this motel. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and comfortable great space
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023