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Alara Motor Inn

3.5 star property
3.5-star hotel in West Mackay

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Children's play area - outdoor
King room (Non Pet) | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Dinner served
Dinner served
Exterior

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

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52 Nebo Road, West Mackay, QLD, 4740
  • Place, Caneland Central
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Mackay Regional Botanic Gardens
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Harrup Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Mackay, QLD (MKY)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

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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)
  • 366 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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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)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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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)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

Accessible Room (Non Pet)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Pet Friendly Queen Room | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Pet Friendly Queen Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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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)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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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)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Queen Single Room - Pet Friendly | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Queen Single Room - Pet Friendly

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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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)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

Deluxe Family (Non Pet)

  • 732 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Mackay

West Mackay stay.Your stay at this West Mackay hotel places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Jubilee Park and Caneland Central. Mackay Enertainment and Convention Centre and Mackay Regional Botanic Gardens are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Caneland Central - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Mackay Enertainment and Convention Centre - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Mackay Regional Botanic Gardens - 2 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • Harrup Park - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Bluewater Lagoon - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles

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
  • ‪Shamrock Hotel - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Alara Motor Inn

3.5-star hotel in West Mackay
Alara Motor Inn offers its guests a children's pool, an outdoor pool, and a hot tub. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A business center 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 hair dryers. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves.

This Mackay hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 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

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 elevator
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

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

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

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 available

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.

Property 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 each 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

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Alara Motor Inn to the airport?

Alara Motor Inn is 3.3 mi (6-min drive) away from the Mackay, QLD (MKY) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Alara Motor Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Alara Motor Inn.

How close is Alara Motor Inn to the beach?

This hotel is 2.5 mi (5-min drive) from Town Beach and 2.9 mi (6-min drive) from Far Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Alara Motor Inn offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Alara Motor Inn, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of between AUD 10 and 50 per person. It's available every day from 6:30 AM to 8:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Alara Motor Inn?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Alara Motor Inn?

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

Is there free parking at Alara Motor Inn?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Alara Motor Inn have a pool?

Alara Motor Inn features an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Does Alara Motor Inn have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Alara Motor Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Alara Motor Inn to downtown Mackay?

Alara Motor Inn is 1.2 mi away from Mackay.

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

Verified

6/10 Okay

Sonika

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

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
Verified

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
Verified

8/10 Good

Brett

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

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

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

10/10 Excellent

Garry

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
Verified

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
Verified

8/10 Good

Howard

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

10/10 Excellent

Katrina

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

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
the great service , the welcoming fruit platter was great , just was a vert nice stay, the meals were great as well.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022
Verified

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
Verified

8/10 Good

Rob

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

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carmen

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
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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
Verified

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness
Good
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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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
Verified

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
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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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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