Shakespeare Motel

Property class: 4
Suburban Mackay motel with outdoor pool

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When visiting Mackay, Shakespeare Motel is a great choice to consider. Guests can take a dip in the outdoor pool, and freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry facilities

Main amenities (8)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Outdoor pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Feel at home (6)

  • Refrigerator
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
The current price is $90
$99 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 22 - Sep 23

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About the neighborhood

Map
309 Shakespeare Street, Mackay, QLD, 4740

What's nearby

  • Mackay Enertainment and Convention Centre - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Artspace Mackay - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Caneland Central - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Bluewater Lagoon - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Harrup Park - 2 min drive - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Mackay, QLD (MKY) - 6 min drive
  • Mackay Station - 5 min drive
  • Nabilla Station - 20 min drive
  • Mapalo Station - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hungry Jack's - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Red Rooster - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Hot Wok - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Shakespeare Motel

  • When visiting Mackay, Shakespeare Motel is a great choice to consider. Guests can take a dip in the outdoor pool, and freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 35 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10:00 AM
    • Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
    • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
    • You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
    • All guests, including children, are required to present a valid government-issued ID card at check-in.

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

Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Onsite RV/bus/truck parking (fees apply)

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Pool loungers

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Garden
  • An outdoor pool

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Television
  • Premium digital channels

Home comfort

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

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge of AUD 20 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of AUD 25 (subject to availability)

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.

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.

This property does not have elevators.

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system on site.

This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard

Cashless transactions are available.

Only bookings from non-local guests are accepted. Guests whose residence is within the same city as the property will not be allowed to check in.

Property class

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

Also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Shakespeare Motel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Shakespeare Motel 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 Shakespeare Motel?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Shakespeare Motel?

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

Is parking offered on site at Shakespeare Motel?

Yes, there's free self parking. RV/bus/truck parking is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Shakespeare Motel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. There's a charge of AUD 20 for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 10:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of AUD 25 (subject to availability). Contactless check-in is available.

What is there to do at Shakespeare Motel and nearby?

Shakespeare Motel has an outdoor pool and a garden.

What's the area around Shakespeare Motel like?

Shakespeare Motel is a short 5-minute walk from Mackay Enertainment and Convention Centre and 11 minutes' walk from Caneland Central.

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Reviews

Shakespeare Motel Reviews

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Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

8.4

Location

9.2

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities

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What guests liked

  • Parking was easy and convenient, with some reviewers noting it was even available on the road when the lot was fully booked. (6 reviews)
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10/10 Exceptional

Good location closer to the Mackay CBD. Friendly staff and clean rooms.
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8/10 Very good

Reception staff pleasant and helpful. Bed was comfortable and the was well maintained
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10/10 Exceptional

Surprising little gem close to everything. Shower was hot and had great pressure, spacious room, beds were comfy, affordable price, convenient location. Would definitely book again. Friendly staff on arrival, convenient parking.
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10/10 Exceptional

The staff here was very attentive, the rooms were clean and well maintained. They were also very flexible with our arrangements as we were here for an emergency. Very friendly, and accomodating
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8/10 Very good

The room was great. Beds were super comfortable. Aircon was a bit noisey.
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8/10 Very good

Great room and staff
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8/10 Very good

Clean rooms easy parking if you are in truck and very friendly staff
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8/10 Very good

Clean, good parking, safe and quiet.
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10/10 Exceptional

Lovely motel, my partner has stayed here previously and recommended it. I was very happy, although I made the mistake of not requesting a room with kitchenette facilities. We will be back again when sport brings us to Mackay again.
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8/10 Very good

Clean room and service was great. Affordable and convenient without being on the main road.
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8/10 Very good

Staff was very helpful and the room was excellent.
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10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic place to stay and fantastic people.
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean room very helpful staff
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10/10 Exceptional

Staying at the Shakespeare Motel is always a lovely experience, very friendly and helpful staff and the rooms are really modern and a pleasure to stay in.
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10/10 Exceptional

Always a great stay at the Shakespeare! Staff are always friendly and accommodating
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8/10 Very good

Very helpful staff with some great tips about dining options within a short walk
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10/10 Exceptional

The staff are friendly, and will go above and beyond to make your stay enjoyable. The rooms are immaculate, with icy cold aircon and hot showers. The pool onsite is an added bonus. Will definitely be back one day.
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10/10 Exceptional

Management were very accomodatingbto help me correct an error I made when I booked my room. Noce, clean, comfortable room. Highly recommend.
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10/10 Exceptional

Would recommend to anyone to stay here - fantastic, neat, quite rooms with safety and staff are excellent.
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10/10 Exceptional

Always a great stay at the Shakespeare- easy to late check in, rooms are nice clean and tide. Excellent value for money.
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10/10 Exceptional

Hotel is old but rooms are clean and quiet with new split system aircons and the usual appliances. You will get a good night's sleep here if you don't want any noise disturbing you. Location very convenient being in the Mackay CBD. Staff allowed us to use the reception freezer to keep an ice pack cold for my daughter's medication. Thank you!
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10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful staff, spacious, clean and tidy room.
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8/10 Very good

Room was comfortable & clean good for stop over when travelling there is a major shopping centre around 5 minutes drive from motel We have stayed here twice when travelling north on separate occasions & were happy with the accommodation & price
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6/10 Good

Easy and accessible

Easy place to stop for the night, lovely staff
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10/10 Exceptional

Extremely nice motel at a budget price. The room was spacious, the bed was comfortable, the bathroom was fine and the owner was extremely helpful at check-in.