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Alara Motor Inn

3.5 star property
Travelers recharge by the outdoor pool or savor dinner at the on-site restaurant while the attentive staff handles everything else for a complete unwind

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Alara Motor Inn in West Mackay provides a peaceful retreat surrounded by gardens. Guests relax in the spa tub after a day of exploring or cool off in the outdoor pool. The on-site restaurant serves satisfying meals, and free WiFi keeps everyone connected.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant

Room options

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View all photos for Family Room, 2 Bedrooms (Non Pet)

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
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 366 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Queen Room (Non Pet)

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
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 269 sq ft
  • 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
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 269 sq ft
  • 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
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 269 sq ft
  • 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
Hairdryer
Jetted bath
Private bathroom
  • 269 sq ft
  • 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
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • 269 sq ft
  • 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
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 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
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

View all photos for King room (Non Pet)

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

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
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 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
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
2 bathrooms
Private bathroom
  • 732 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Single Beds
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About the area

West Mackay, a neighbourhood in Mackay, is home to Alara Motor Inn. Floodway Conservation Area and Bakers Creek Conservation Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Bluewater Lagoon and Mackay Regional Botanic Gardens. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Great Barrier Reef Arena or Mackay Basketball Stadium. Visit our Mackay travel guide
Map
52 Nebo Road, West Mackay, QLD, 4740

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 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, along with sunloungers
  • Free self-parking
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), express check-out and express check-in
  • Tour/ticket information, luggage storage and 1 meeting room
  • 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

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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 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 Inn West Mackay
Alara Motor Inn
Alara Motor West Mackay
Alara Motor
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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Reviews

Alara Motor Inn Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

8.4

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
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

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Sonika

Good for a one-night stay.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

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

Grant

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

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

Cameron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice large parking area, rooms were quiet and well kept.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Allan

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

10/10 Excellent

Katrina

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

8/10 Good

Howard

Liked: Amenities
Convenient location; clean and good parking.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Rob

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

8/10 Good

Jill

Pet friendly room with dog bowl and a snack for the dog was appreciated
Stayed 1 night in Dec 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

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

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

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

Yvonne

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

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

8/10 Good

Kim

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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Kaz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
From the booking to the reception to the stay and checkout everything was seamless and professional. The room was very clean, comfortable and dog friendly. This property has now become our motel to stay at as we travel back and forth to Far North Queensland. 10 out of 10 👍
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Tracey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great team easy to deal with. Meals nice and quick to room service. Pet friendly!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Janine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very pleasant stay room was big & nice with an upgrade to a king room. The Bed was a bit too soft for us though but other than that it was value for money.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

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

happy customers

myself, my partner and my pooch stayed for the night and everything was perfect. best dog friendly accommodation we have experienced. thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024