Guests at Lantern Motor Inn can enjoy a lovely day outside swimming in the outdoor pool and preparing a meal using the barbecue facilities available. Free WiFi and free parking are included. Lantern Motor Inn Mackay is a 5-minute drive from both Bluewater Lagoon and Mackay Entertainment and Convention Centre. Pioneer River is an 8-minute drive away. All air-conditioned rooms feature a minibar, outdoor furniture, a refrigerator and a microwave. You can have a shower in your private bathroom and using the free toiletries provided.

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

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.1)

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Free private parking available on-site

Loyal customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
2 single beds
and
1 large double bed
1 single bed
and
1 double bed
1 double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.4
Facilities
8.9
Cleanliness
9.2
Comfort
9.1
Value for money
9.1
Location
9.1
Free WiFi
8.3
High score for Mackay
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Deanne
    Australia Australia
    Staff at the premises were very friendly and helpful. Very relaxing stay.
  • Linda
    Australia Australia
    Perfect location. Was so handy being walking distance to a 24hr IGA when travelling with 2 young kids. Very comfy beds and good shower pressure. Took a while for the hot water to get through the pipes to our room but lovely and hot when it did.
  • Helen
    Australia Australia
    Everything.The friendliness at checkin.The location. The room was sparkling clean. The shower had good pressure. We will definitely stay here again.

Property surroundings

Facilities of Lantern Motor Inn
Great facilities! Review score, 8.9

Most popular facilities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • BBQ facilities
Kitchen
  • Toaster
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Media & Technology
  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Radio
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Parking garage
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Fax/photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Packed lunches
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
  • Wake up service/Alarm clock
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
Safety & security
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key card access
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Outdoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Open all year
  • Salt-water pool
  • Pool/beach towels
  • Fence around pool
Languages spoken
  • English

Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

House rules

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Check-in

From 14:00 to 18:00

Check-out

From 07:30 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 room.

Refundable damage deposit

A damage deposit of AUD 100 is required on arrival. That's about ARS 59611. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed on 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.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0+ years
Extra bed upon request
AUD 20 per person, per night

Prices for extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no cots available at this property.

All extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Mastercard Visa Eftpos American Express Cash Lantern Motor Inn accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note that there is a 3.5% charge when you pay with a Diners Club credit card.

If you expect to arrive outside reception opening hours, please inform Lantern Motor Inn in advance, using the contact details found on the booking confirmation.

A damage deposit of AUD 100 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

FAQs about Lantern Motor Inn

  • Check-in at Lantern Motor Inn is from 14:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • The prices at Lantern Motor Inn may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Lantern Motor Inn offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Swimming Pool

  • Lantern Motor Inn is 1.6 miles from the centre of Mackay. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Room options at Lantern Motor Inn include:

    • Family
    • Twin
    • Double