What makes it 66% Kids-Friendly: Two- and three-bedroom apartments give separate beds and kitchens; outdoor pool and nearby beach occupy kids, but property states extra beds cannot be added, limiting flexible sleeping setups.
Mackay Airport: 7.2 km (11 mins drive)
Reach the airport by 11-minute taxi or rideshare.
Iluka Park: 250 m (3 min walk)
Riverside park with grassy lawns ideal for picnics or a morning jog.
Tip: Bring a coffee to enjoy by the water.
Town Beach: 420 m (5 min walk)
Wide sandy beach perfect for shell collecting and early-morning yoga.
Tip: Visit at low tide to explore rock pools.
Sandfly Creek Environmental Reserve: 430 m (6 min walk)
Mangrove-lined paths offering wildlife spotting and peaceful walks.
Tip: Wear insect repellent during summer months.
Queens Park: 750 m (10 min walk)
Green space featuring gardens and the Ken Burgess Orchid House.
Tip: Stop by the orchid house when open Mon–Fri 10–11 am & 2–3 pm.
Bluewater Sculpture Trail: 760 m (10 min walk)
Outdoor art trail showcasing local sculptures along the river.
Tip: Download a trail map from the tourist center.
Outdoor swimming pool:
Take a morning lap or unwind by the pool deck.
Free Wi-Fi:
High-speed internet throughout apartments and public areas.
Private self parking:
Secure on-site parking at no extra cost.
Picnic area:
Set up meals in the garden picnic spot.
Barbecue grills:
Self-service BBQs for grilling dinner outdoors.
Luggage storage:
Store your bags securely at no charge.
Bicycle rental:
Rent bikes from reception to explore nearby trails for a fee.
Dry cleaning and laundry service:
On-site laundry and dry cleaning available at extra charge.

Untold Stories
Absolutely horrible place to stay. The staff were rude, unprofessional and have an immature mindset. I noticed that when the women working there spoke to men, they were giggling and bubbly, but when I speak to them - cold, blunt and short. Not a good look. Firstly, I paid almost $700 for 4 nights - yet they try to charge anextra $25 just to get your towels and sheets changed? Absolutely absurd. ...
Sonya Matton
Always stay here when we go to mackay, place is getting run down. Needs some TLC, nice view of the river. Secure parking
Derek Elphick
I cannot believe how grotty the room was. I stayed in room 305, an apatment with 2 bedrooms, an ensuite and laundry. I believe that it has not been cleaned for some time due to the unit's poor state of cleanliness. Furniture-heavily stained, carpets-heavily stained, tiled areas-not swept or mopped. I would have cleaned the room myself however there were no cleaning items such as a mop or broom. ...
Tanya Lazzaroni
Room was dirty, floors sticky and pie crumbs on balcony floor. Kitchen cupboards had hand prints all over them. No broom, mop or dustpan in the room. Cobwebs in laundry cupboards, WiFi didn't work, reception was any help after complaining. Lounge had stains all over it. Messaged management had got no response. Overall disgusting wouldn't stay there again. Price was ridiculous for what we got. Airc...
NZ Sandi
Manager really rude...not very accommodating when we arrived from 3 flights from Tasmania in one day..after 6 hours delayed accommodation for 10 days paid up front, and because we arrived out of hours she hassled me ....4 times in 1 day(we missed all our connecting flights..so delayed some 6 hours from Tasmania.... she was not going to leave our key in night pick-up because she needed a key depos...
Address: 3 Kirribilli Ave, East Mackay QLD 4740, Australia
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From Mackay Airport, take a taxi or rideshare for about 11 minutes (7.2 km) to Pacific Sands Apartments.
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