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About this property

Alara Motor Inn is a 4-star motel located on the Bruce Highway in Mackay and features a licensed restaurant. It is 5 minutes' drive from Mackay's town center, Mackay Airport, beaches and amenities. Each air-conditioned room offers a refrigerator, tea/coffee making facilities and bed linen. All rooms have a private bathroom with a shower, hairdryer, ironing facilities and complimentary toiletries. All rooms feature a flat-screen TV. Some Queen rooms offer the option of a spa bath or bath instead of a shower. Jimmy D's is a fully-licensed restaurant offering an a la carte menu . Choose to sit inside the restaurant or dine alfresco on the veranda, overlooking the pool and tropical surrounds. Room service is also available should you wish to relax in your room.

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Property highlights

    • Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.7)

    • Free Private Parking Available On Site

    • Loyal Customers

    • There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.


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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 queen bed
1 twin bed
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1 queen bed
1 twin bed
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1 queen bed
Bedroom 1
1 queen bed
Bedroom 2
2 twin beds
1 queen bed
1 queen bed
1 king bed
1 twin bed
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1 queen bed
1 king bed
2 twin beds
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2 queen beds
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Anita
    Australia Australia
    Loved coming back from work each day with a restock from the staff, it's the little things! Reception staff were also super lovely and understanding with any changes, which helped my stay become much less stressful.
  • Chris
    Australia Australia
    I love the level of effort they go to for pets. Providing cleaning products for any accidents, Treats and a bowl of water. Rooms are clean and the large carport is wonderful for those very hot or, in our case, very very wet day.
  • Jeanette
    Australia Australia
    I booked your place because it said it had a restaurant, but sadly the it was closed. I don’t like driving at night in unfamiliar towns.
  • Phil
    Australia Australia
    Excellent Shower pressure & motorcycle friendly
  • Lois
    Australia Australia
    The management were great, restaurant very good for dinner, and parking was good. Room was clean and comfortable
  • Frana
    Australia Australia
    Very comfortable bed, clean and spacious unit. I do like the option for 'pet rooms' even though we haven't used them.
  • Nicola
    Australia Australia
    The spa bath was lovely after a long drive, we had a late check In and arranging late key collection was very easy.
  • Asiya
    Canada Canada
    Just about everything. Extremely pleasant friendly and professional staff. Very good value for money Better than most so called 3/4 star accommodations
  • Kirsty
    Australia Australia
    The Alara is my favourite place to stay in Mackay. The rooms are always clean, neat and tidy. The staff at the front desk are always so welcoming. And the restaurant attached to the hotel is amazing! Cannot recommend this hotel enough
  • Rob
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Free use of laundry and washing powder included. AC is in bathroom and it's quiet in the bedroom.

Area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
  • Sea Winds
    • Cuisine
      Australian
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Dinner
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly • Traditional • Modern
    • Dietary options
      Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Amenities of Alara Motor Inn

Great facilities! Review score, 8.5

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Restaurant
  • Family rooms
  • Room service
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linens

Outdoors

  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • BBQ facilities
  • Garden

Kitchen

  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack

Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.

Activities

  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge

Living Area

  • Sitting area

Media & Technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV

Food & Drink

  • Fruit
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kids' meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Tea/Coffee maker

Internet
Wifi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.

Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Accessible parking

Front Desk Services

  • Invoice provided
  • Lockers
  • Private check-in/out
  • Baggage storage
  • Express check-in/out

Cleaning Services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge

Business Facilities

  • Fax/Photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
    Additional charge

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access

General

  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Tile/Marble floor
  • Heating
  • Packed lunches
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
  • Room service

Accessibility

  • Raised toilet
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Entire unit located on ground floor

Outdoor swimming pool
Free!

  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Saltwater pool
  • Pool/Beach towels
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Fenced pool

Spa

  • Kids' pool
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Beach chairs/Loungers

Languages Spoken

  • English

House rules

Alara Motor Inn takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 4 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Extra bed upon request
AUD 15 per child, per night
Crib upon request
AUD 15 per child, per night
3+ years
Extra bed upon request
AUD 15 per person, per night

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Cards accepted at this property
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Alara Motor Inn of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

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