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Windmill Motel and Events Centre

4.0 star property

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Exterior
Family Studio | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains
Breakfast and dinner served
Breakfast and dinner served
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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5 Highway Plaza Bruce Hwy, Mount Pleasant, QLD, 4740
  • Place, Mount Pleasant Shopping Centre
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Pioneer Valley
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Mackay Base Hospital
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Mackay, QLD (MKY)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Room options

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Queen Studio | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Queen Studio

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(19 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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King Studio | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

King Studio

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

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Family Studio | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Family Studio

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

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Suite, 1 Bedroom | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

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 this property

Windmill Motel and Events Centre

Motel in Mackay with coffee shop/cafe and outdoor pool
This motel features an outdoor pool, a restaurant and a bar/lounge. Additionally, a conference centre, a coffee shop/cafe and an outdoor tennis court are on-site.
Windmill Motel and Events Centre offers 41 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and complimentary bottles of water. Guests can make use of the in-room microwaves and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Premium cable televisions are provided. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Recreational amenities at the motel include an outdoor tennis court and an outdoor pool.

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

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Windmill Motel and Events Centre. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Mount Pleasant Shopping Centre. You'll find features such as an outdoor pool, a restaurant and a bar.
  • Options for a bite to eat or a relaxing drink include a coffee shop, a restaurant and a bar/lounge
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, tour or ticket assistance and luggage storage
  • On-site recreation includes an outdoor tennis court
  • 10 minutes on foot from Mount Pleasant Shopping Centre and a 4-minute drive from Mackay Regional Botanical Gardens
Windmill Motel and Events Centre offers its guests an outdoor tennis court and an outdoor pool. Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge.

A terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at Windmill Motel and Events Centre.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Mackay motel.

For a fee, guests can enjoy a cooked-to-order breakfast daily from 6:30 AM to 9:00 AM.
Buddy Boy Kitchen – This restaurant serves breakfast and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

Parking and transport

  • RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking options include a carport

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 6:30 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: AUD 12 to 25 for adults and AUD 12 to 25 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Buddy Boy Kitchen

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Conference centre
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out fee: AUD 20.00

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

Renovations and closures

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately AUD 12.00 to 25.00 for adults and AUD 12 to 25 for children
  • Late check-out fee: AUD 20.00

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit 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
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18 years old.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
This property's front desk is open during the following times:
  • Monday - Friday: 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Guests arriving after 8:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.

National rating

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

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Windmill Motel and Events Centre Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 349 out of 740 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 269 out of 740 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 83 out of 740 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 26 out of 740 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 740 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Adrian

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Recently Stayed at windmill for a wedding. it was a great motel. staff were friendly and we had plenty of laughs with the manager and staff during our stay. the function was well done and the bar service etc was great. rooms are clean and tidy. overall a great stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Peter

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gavin

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in, all good
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Gary

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice overnight stay while on the road.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice comfortable beds and quiet surrounds.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness
No advice as where to park.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jody

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Letitia, cannonvale

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and quiant. Hidden away very quiet. Do need some fans in room as air con is tucked in corner doesnt cool whole room. Needs a small sofa to watch tv instead of sitting at dinnin table or beds that are faraway.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jody

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bill

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The meal was beautiful but couldn't have been a bit larger for the price.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ken

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff nice clean rooms and facilities an enjoyable place to stay
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

sharon

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet and rooms were clean
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maryanne

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Krystal

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Corina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff were friendly and helpful, room was clean. Not sure if dispenser in bathroom was a shampoo/ conditioner combo but conditioner dispenser empty and no body lotion was the only thing I missed. Otherwise could not fault my accommodation.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zachary

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to everything you need.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Becca

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Micheal

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

Great

Big rooms great food and service
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Sayan

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jodi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place to stay. Beds were super comfy. Staff couldn’t do enough. Absolutely recommend!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Doris

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025