Shakespeare Motel

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Scored 8.3
Rated very good

Staff

9.1

Property highlights

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About this property

Featuring an outdoor pool, Shakespeare Motel is centrally located just a 5-minute walk from Mackay Entertainment and Convention Center. Guests at this renovated motel enjoy free WiFi, free onsite parking. Shakespeare Motel is a 4-minute drive from Blue Water Lagoon and a 6-minute drive from Pioneer River. Mackay Airport is 10 minutes’ drive away. All air-conditioned motel rooms include a flat-screen TV, refrigerator and an electric kettle. Some rooms feature a kitchenette. All Standard Queen Rooms are located on the second floor. All other room types are available on both levels of the property, subject to availability. Guests can enjoy a range of dining and shopping options in Mackay Marina Village, which is 12 minutes’ drive away. Smoking is prohibited on site, in rooms, on room balconies, on the veranda, near guests' doors. Smoking is permitted only in a specially designated area.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.8 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.9)

Free private parking available on-site

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Availability

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Room type
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2 large double beds
1 large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 large double bed
2 single beds
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1 large double bed
2 large double beds
1 extra-large double bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

Dalia
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The receptionist was really lovely and welcoming. The room was a great size and very clean.”
Janet
Australia Australia
“Refreshed interior with comfortable bed. Was upgraded to a 2 bed apartment”
Georgina
Australia Australia
“The rooms are lovely, the staff are very friendly and helpful. Parking is accessible. Little bit out of the way for us, but easy to find.”
Megan
Australia Australia
“The staff we so friendly and welcoming. The reception lady Kim called early in the day to let us know the room was ready earlyshe knew we were probably going to a big local event that started early. Fabulous service with local knowledge.”
Jane
Australia Australia
“Our check in was really pleasant with a lovely lady named Kim. We were given a ground floor room as requested.”
Andrew
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“We arrived a little early, but the manager and her assistant, even though busy as two staff were off, were very friendly, efficient and our room was ready .”
Darryl
Australia Australia
“The Manager and her son were amazing (apologies we didn't even get your name). Nothing was too much trouble, it was extremely clean and the beds and linen were as good as any 5 star place we have stayed in. and I couldn't help but notice that...”
Robyn
Australia Australia
“Location was central to Mackay. Easy as I was travelling north to get back on highway”
Martin
Australia Australia
“I have stayed here many times (about twice every year for the last 4 years) but never in Room 215. It was a great room. Possibly refurbished recently but overall awesome. I will be requesting this room or 216 in the future.”
Georgia
Australia Australia
“Very clean room, shower was good and easy parking. The receptionist was super friendly and warm.”

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House rules

Shakespeare Motel takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00 to 19:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 08:00 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of AUD 250 is required on arrival. That's about US$165. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 14 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

This property does not feature a 24-hour reception desk. Reception is closed for lunch break from 12:30 to 14:00.

Please note that guests with local IDs are requested to contact the property in advance of their stay.

Please note that all guests, including children, need to provide a valid ID/government-issued ID/passport/student ID at check-in.

Any damage or loss to the property caused by the guests, including smoking in the room/outside designated areas will incur a cost that will be shared and agreed on during check-in. Damages will be charged to the debit/credit card provided at the time of booking/check-in/check-out.

Smoking in all rooms/in non-smoking rooms/in the room/on site will incur an additional fee of 300 AUD.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Shakespeare Motel in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

A damage deposit of AUD 250 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 14 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.