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Alara Motor Inn

Property class: 3.5

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A motor inn with a signboard for 'Alara Motor Inn' and 'Jimmy's Grill & Bar'.
A swimming pool area with a water feature, lounge chairs, and a covered seating area.
A modern building with a covered entrance, a signboard for 'Alara Motor Inn', and a reception area.
A package of dog treats with a tag that reads "Olive" and "Enjoy a treat on us!"
A hotel lobby with artificial green carpet, metal chairs, a small table, and hanging plants.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Free WiFi
The current price is $110
includes taxes & fees
Oct 28 - Oct 29

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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, Bluewater Lagoon
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Mackay, QLD (MKY)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

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

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a dresser, a mirror, and a painting on the wall.

Family Room, 2 Bedrooms (Non Pet)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • 366 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Queen Room (Non Pet)

A modern hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, and kitchenette.

Queen Room (Non Pet)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Queen and Single (Non Pet)

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden nightstand, a small table with a vase, and a view of the outside through a large window.

Queen and Single (Non Pet)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Accessible Room (Non Pet)

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden nightstand, a small table with a vase, and a view of the outside through a large window.

Accessible Room (Non Pet)

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

View all photos for Pet Friendly Queen Room

A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden wardrobe, a bathroom with a sink and mirror, and a painting on the wall.

Pet Friendly Queen Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, air conditioning unit, TV, and a view of the kitchen area.

Queen Room with Bath (Non Pet)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

A neatly made bed with a fluffy turquoise blanket, a wooden headboard, and a blue sofa in a modern room with a tiled floor.

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Queen Single Room - Pet Friendly

A hotel room with two beds, a kitchenette, a bathroom, and a large window.

Queen Single Room - Pet Friendly

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

View all photos for King room (Non Pet)

A neatly made bed with a tray holding a glass vase with a plant, a teapot, and a cup of tea.

King room (Non Pet)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Family (Non Pet)

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden nightstand, a small table with a vase, and a view of the outside through a large window.

Deluxe Family (Non Pet)

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

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About this property

Alara Motor Inn

3.5-star hotel in West Mackay
This hotel features an outdoor pool, a restaurant, and a bar/lounge. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a hot tub, a business center, and conference space.
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.

An outdoor pool, a children's pool, and a hot tub are on site.
In addition to a children's pool, Alara Motor Inn provides an outdoor pool and a hot tub. The hotel offers a restaurant. A bar/lounge is on site where guests can unwind with a drink. Wireless Internet access is complimentary.

Business-related amenities at this 3.5-star property consist of a business center and a meeting room. This Mackay hotel also offers barbecue grills, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden. Onsite covered self parking is complimentary.

Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 6:30 AM and 8:30 AM.
Onsite venue - This restaurant specializes in local cuisine and serves dinner only. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Open select days.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

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

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 center
  • 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 elevator
  • 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 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 stay 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 at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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 elevators
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

Alara Motor Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 223 out of 392 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 134 out of 392 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 26 out of 392 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 392 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 392 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

6/10 Okay

Good for a one-night stay.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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
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8/10 Good

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

10/10 Excellent

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

10/10 Excellent

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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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, great restaurant, affordable
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024
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8/10 Good

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

10/10 Excellent

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 review

8/10 Good

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

10/10 Excellent

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
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great pet friendly park
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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 review

8/10 Good

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

10/10 Excellent

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

Good place to stay

Stay was ok
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

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 review

10/10 Excellent

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 review

8/10 Good

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

10/10 Excellent

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 review

10/10 Excellent

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
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10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and comfortable great space
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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 review

10/10 Excellent

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