Windmill Motel and Events Centre

Property class: 4
Mackay motel with outdoor pool and restaurant

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When visiting Mackay, Windmill Motel and Events Centre is a great choice to consider. Guests can take a dip in the outdoor pool or grab a bite to eat at Buddy Boy Kitchen, which serves breakfast and dinner. Other features include a bar/lounge, an outdoor tennis court, and a terrace. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking available
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Conference center
  • Meeting rooms
  • Terrace
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden

Feel at home (6)

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Garden
  • Terrace
The current price is $117
$128 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 3 - Oct 4

Room options

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a small table with a vase, a mirror, and a painting on the wall.

Queen Studio

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(22 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a computer, a chair, a plant, and a painting on the wall.

King Studio

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

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Family Studio | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Family Studio

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 38 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Twin Beds OR 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Bed

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A neatly made bed with a rolled towel, two matching pillows, and two wall-mounted lamps.

Suite, 1 Bedroom

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 31 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
5 Highway Plaza Bruce Hwy, Mount Pleasant, QLD, 4740

What's nearby

  • Mount Pleasant Shopping Centre - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Icon Cancer Centre Mackay - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Pioneer Valley - 2 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Harrup Park - 6 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Mackay Marina Village & Shipyard - 10 min drive - 9.6 km

Getting around

  • Mackay, QLD (MKY) - 14 min drive
  • Mackay Station - 9 min drive
  • Mapalo Station - 21 min drive
  • Nabilla Station - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hungry Jack's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Jamaica Blue - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪The Coffee Club Canelands Café - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Windmill Motel and Events Centre

  • When visiting Mackay, Windmill Motel and Events Centre is a great choice to consider. Guests can take a dip in the outdoor pool or grab a bite to eat at Buddy Boy Kitchen, which serves breakfast and dinner. Other features include a bar/lounge, an outdoor tennis court, and a terrace. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 41 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
    • Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open Monday - Friday (7:00 AM - 7:00 PM) and Saturday - Sunday (8:00 AM - 6:00 PM)
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
    • Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18

Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome

Parking

    • Onsite RV/bus/truck parking (fees apply)
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
    • Onsite carport

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 6:30 AM–9:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Room service (limited hours)

What to do

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Fishing nearby

Working away

  • Meeting rooms
  • Conference center

Services

  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • 2 buildings/towers
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Television in common areas
  • An outdoor pool
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Television
  • Premium cable channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Free bottled water
  • Cookware, dishes, and utensils

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Mobile key entry

Special features

Dining

Buddy Boy Kitchen - This restaurant serves breakfast and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Open select days.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately AUD 12.00 to 25.00 for adults, and AUD 12 to 25 for children
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of AUD 20.00

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from December 21 to January 4:
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Dining venue(s)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.

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.

Some facilities may have restricted access. Guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation.

This property does not have elevators.

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit on site.

This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club

Cashless transactions are available.

Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Property class

This property has been awarded a star rating from the Australian Star Ratings Agency, Star Ratings Australia.

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Frequently asked questions

Does Windmill Motel and Events Centre offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Windmill Motel and Events Centre does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Windmill Motel and Events Centre?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Windmill Motel and Events Centre?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Windmill Motel and Events Centre?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of AUD 20.00. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Windmill Motel and Events Centre and nearby?

Practice your swing on the tennis courts. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the motel's other amenities, which include a picnic area and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Windmill Motel and Events Centre?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, Buddy Boy Kitchen.

What's the area around Windmill Motel and Events Centre like?

Windmill Motel and Events Centre is a short 10-minute walk from Mount Pleasant Shopping Centre and 20 minutes' walk from Pioneer Valley.

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Reviews

Windmill Motel and Events Centre Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.8

Cleanliness

8.0

Location

8.6

Staff & service

8.2

Property conditions & facilities

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  • The restaurant served high-quality food and provided a convenient dining option for guests. (18 reviews)
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8/10 Very good

Lovely staff and rooms very clean
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10/10 Exceptional

Great staff who were super welcoming and the food in the new restaurant was excellent! Would definitely stay again!
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10/10 Exceptional

So great to attend a regional centre where the accommodation, services and food were what you would expect from a 4 Star hotel.
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8/10 Very good

Handy location, bar/restaurant area a plus
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10/10 Exceptional

Will be back again. The manager very polite and courteous
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10/10 Exceptional

Super clean, room was huge and actual decent beds for all 5 of us which is rare.
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10/10 Exceptional

Friendly staff nice clean rooms and facilities an enjoyable place to stay
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8/10 Very good

Nice comfortable beds and quiet surrounds.
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8/10 Very good

Very comfortably room and the restaurant was excellent. Good service.
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6/10 Good

Did not use the pool as it rained all weekend. Room was generally quite clean and staff were very friendly.
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10/10 Exceptional

The Windmill was a pleasant place to stay. Our room was clean and comfortable, a decent size and just overall a lovely experience. The king size bed was super comfy and great to sleep in. Checkin was smooth and the staff were lovely.
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8/10 Very good

It was a nice place to stay and meet all our needs. Very clean will stay again.
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10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay, easy to find. Room was clean and tidy and the bed was extremely comfortable. Staff are friendly and there is a restaurant on site.
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10/10 Exceptional

Had a very enjoyable stay. Bed and pillows were excellent, clean and tidy accommodation.
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10/10 Exceptional

Stayed here a few times. A lovely location, clean and tidy surrounds. Easy access.
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10/10 Exceptional

Friendly helpful staff
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8/10 Very good

Beds were very comfy, only stayed for the 1 night. Staff were friendly. We arrived late and had to call property to ask how we get access to the room after hour as website says office closes at 7pm to be told they don’t communicate until after 9pm. That’s confusing.
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10/10 Exceptional

Great food and service Will definitely will come back
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8/10 Very good

Comfortable, close to eateries and easy access to highway.
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10/10 Exceptional

Spacious and comfortable family room, great amenities and facilities, comfortable beds, clean and tidy, friendly and helpful staff
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10/10 Exceptional

We had a pleasant stay, it was convenient & easy access. All staff were lovely.
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8/10 Very good

The check in and out was simple for after hours which was very handy
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10/10 Exceptional

Nice food and clean
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10/10 Exceptional

Nice meal and drink in the resturant
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10/10 Exceptional

Comfortable bed and nice deep bath to soak in after a long day on the road.