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title: "Rover Motel, Mackay: reviews, location & comparison"
description: "Rover Motel in Mackay: rated 8.5 by guests, 3.5-star. Amenities, location and nearby alternatives compared side by side."
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retrieved: 2026-10-12
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Apartment · ★★★★
# Rover Motel

West Mackay, Mackay, Australia

8.5 ·  Very good 11 reviews ·  #18 #18 of 34 in Mackay ·  4.2/5 on Google, 70 reviews ·  3.0 Location score
## About Rover Motel

Rover Motel is an apartment in West Mackay, Mackay, Australia. It holds a 3.5-star rating. Guests rate it 8.5 out of 10 across 11 reviews. Facilities include swimming pool, free parking, free wi-fi. It is 1.9 km from the centre of Mackay. The nearest airport, Mackay Airport (MKY), is 2.5 km away.

- **Type:** Apartment

- **Star rating:** ★★★★

- **Check-in from:** 13:00

- **Check-out until:** 10:00

- **Rooms:** 29

- **Last renovated:** 2013

- **Other stays within 500 m:** 11

174 Nebo Road [reefresortmackay.com.au](http://www.reefresortmackay.com.au/)

## How Rover Motel scores

Better rated than 50% of hotels in Mackay

-   Guest rating **8.5**
-   Location **3.0**
-   Facilities **4.2**
-   Families **1.0**
-   Spa & wellness **1.5**
-   Beach access **0.0**
-   Public transport **1.0**

Mackay average

## Rating on Google

4.2/5

70 Google reviews

From the property’s public Google Maps listing. It is shown for reference and is not part of the StayVersus score.

## Amenities

Swimming poolFree parkingFree Wi-Fi

### Pool & wellness

-   Swimming pool

### Leisure

-   Terrace

### Internet

-   Free Wi-Fi

### Parking & transport

-   Free parking

### Services

-   Laundry
-   Luggage storage

### In the rooms

-   Air conditioning
-   Kitchen
-   Balcony
-   In-room safe
-   Coffee or tea maker

Based on the property listing at our booking partner.

## Location

- **Location score:** **3.0**/10

- **Walk grade:** **25**/100 Car recommended

- **Restaurants & cafés within 500 m:** **5**

- **Sights within 1 km:** **0**

<table class="dist" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><tbody data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest beach<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Far Beach</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">3.7 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">8 min drive</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest station<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Mackay railway station</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">1.8 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">4 min drive</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest airport<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Mackay Airport (MKY)</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">2.5 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">6 min drive</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Distance to the centre<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Mackay</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">1.9 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">4 min drive</span></td></tr></tbody></table>

### Sights nearby

-   Enduring Memorials & Signs1.2 km
-   Mackay Family Carnival1.8 km

## Rover Motel: in detail

At Rover Motel, exceptional service and top-notch amenities create a memorable experience for guests. Complimentary internet access is available in the serviced apartment to ensure you stay connected during your visit. Complimentary parking is available for guests. Continuously receive the support you require through front desk amenities such as luggage storage and safety deposit boxes. At the serviced apartment, their ticket service and tours is also capable of assisting with booking tickets and securing reservations for entertainment and adventures. At the serviced apartment, utilize the convenient laundry service to maintain your preferred travel attire fresh, allowing you to pack lighter. Desire to unwind? Make the most of your visit at Rover Motel with accessible amenities such as daily housekeeping. Due to health concerns, smoking is strictly prohibited within the entire premises of serviced apartment. For the health and well-being of all guests and staff, smoking is restricted exclusively to assigned zones. Accommodations come equipped with all the conveniences required for a restful night's slumber. A selection of rooms feature linen service and air conditioning to ensure your comfort and convenience. A few accommodations at Rover Motel also include unique design elements like a balcony or terrace. A few chosen rooms are equipped with television and cable TV to ensure guest amusement. In certain rooms, the serviced apartment offers visitors access to a refrigerator and a coffee or tea maker. In the serviced apartment, certain guest bathrooms come equipped with essential bathroom amenities, such as a hair dryer and toiletries, ensuring a comfortable stay for guests. Are you a fan of preparing your own dishes? You'll certainly appreciate the onsite BBQ facilities and shared kitchen for your culinary needs. At Rover Motel, guests can take pleasure in the delightful recreational amenities provided for their entertainment. At Rover Motel, a wide array of amenities guarantees a fulfilling experience throughout your visit. Make your holiday truly memorable by taking a rejuvenating plunge into the pool.

### Compare

## Compare Rover Motel with nearby hotels

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## Questions about Rover Motel

### How do guests rate Rover Motel?

Rover Motel has a guest rating of 8.5 out of 10 from 11 reviews, which is better than 50% of rated hotels in Mackay.

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

Check-in starts at 13:00 and check-out is until 10:00.

### Does Rover Motel have a pool?

Yes, Rover Motel has a swimming pool.

### Is there parking at Rover Motel?

Yes, the listing mentions free parking.

### How far is Rover Motel from the airport?

The nearest airport, Mackay Airport (MKY), is 2.5 km away in a straight line.

### How many rooms does Rover Motel have?

Rover Motel has 29 rooms.

Updated 6 Oct 2026. Data: Agoda, Overture Maps, OpenStreetMap, OurAirports and hotels' own websites. We may earn a commission from partner links; it never changes the comparison. [How we score](https://stayversus.com/en/about/)

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