Windmill Motel and Events Centre

4.0 star property

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Breakfast and dinner served
King Studio | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Breakfast and dinner served
Exterior
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services
  • Bar
The current price is $113
$103 nightly
$113 total
Total with taxes and fees
Jun 12 - Jun 13

Explore the area

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5 Highway Plaza Bruce Hwy, Mount Pleasant, QLD, 4740
  • Place, Mount Pleasant Shopping Centre
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Pioneer Valley
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Harrup Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Mackay, QLD (MKY)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

Queen Studio

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(21 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

King Studio

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

Family Studio

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

Suite, 1 Bedroom

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

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About the neighborhood

Mackay

Located in Mackay (Mount Pleasant), Windmill Motel and Events Centre is within a 5-minute drive of Mount Pleasant Shopping Centre and Mackay Regional Botanical Gardens. .This motel is 2.4 mi (3.8 km) from Pioneer Valley and 2.8 mi (4.6 km) from Jubilee Park.

What's nearby

  • Mount Pleasant Shopping Centre - 12 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Pioneer Valley - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Caneland Central - 4 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Harrup Park - 6 min drive - 3.2 miles
  • Mackay Marina Village & Shipyard - 10 min drive - 6.0 miles

Getting around

  • Mackay Station - 9 min drive
  • Mackay, QLD (MKY) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hungry Jack's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Jamaica Blue - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Windmill Motel and Events Centre

Windmill Motel and Events Centre offers 41 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary bottled water and hair dryers. Televisions come with premium cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room microwaves and coffee/tea makers. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Recreational amenities at the motel include an outdoor tennis court and an outdoor pool.

Children 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.

Make yourself at home in one of the 41 air-conditioned rooms featuring microwaves. Cable television is provided for your entertainment. Private bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks and coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Be sure to enjoy recreational amenities including an outdoor pool and an outdoor tennis court. This motel also features wedding services, a television in a common area, and tour/ticket assistance.
Grab a bite to eat at Buddy Boy Kitchen, a restaurant which features a bar/lounge, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily from 6:30 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, luggage storage, and laundry facilities. Event facilities at this motel consist of a conference center and meeting rooms. RV/bus/truck parking is available onsite.
Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 6:30 AM and 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 transportation

  • RV/bus/truck 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

  • 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 center
  • 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 center
  • 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

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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)

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • 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

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, 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, 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
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
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision

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. 360 out of 759 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 276 out of 759 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 84 out of 759 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 26 out of 759 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 759 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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8/10 Good

DARRYL

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Handy location, bar/restaurant area a plus
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Therese

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy late check in. Room was great.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Cameron

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super clean, room was huge and actual decent beds for all 5 of us which is rare.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Barry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very comfortably room and the restaurant was excellent. Good service.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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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
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8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice comfortable beds and quiet surrounds.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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8/10 Good

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice overnight stay while on the road.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Melinda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Naomie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed here a few times. A lovely location, clean and tidy surrounds. Easy access.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

KEVIN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This motel offers everything to the client's it caters to
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay - would go back there
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
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8/10 Good

mangesh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Away from the town
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Maryanne

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
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10/10 Excellent

John

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

Very clean and a nice stay

Clean and quiet stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
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8/10 Good

Kerry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a nice place to stay and meet all our needs. Very clean will stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Terrific staff, lovely food
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet and rooms were clean
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a very enjoyable stay. Bed and pillows were excellent, clean and tidy accommodation.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Meredith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and large comfortable rooms
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in, all good
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

john

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great food and service Will definitely will come back
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
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8/10 Good

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Large spacious room, friendly staff and lovely meal in the restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Kristen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great food and service.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023