We noticed that you're using an unsupported browser. The TripAdvisor website may not display properly.
We support the following browsers:
Windows: Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox, Google Chrome. Mac: Safari.
Back to Windmill Motel & Reception Centre

Windmill Motel & Reception Centre – reviews, photos

4.0 of 5
5 Highway Plaza | Bruce Highway, Mackay, Queensland 4740, Australia
Hotel amenities
Windmill Motel & Reception Centre
Windmill Motel & Reception Centre
Windmill Motel & Reception Centre
Windmill Motel & Reception Centre
Windmill Motel & Reception Centre
Windmill Motel & Reception Centre
Ranked #15 of 29 hotels in Mackay
3.5 of 5 stars 28 Reviews
Show the lowest price for this hotel*
Show Prices
*from our partners
Write a Review

28 reviews from our community

    Trip type
Traveller rating
    4
    12
    7
    2
    3
Date Rating
Brisbane, Australia
Contributor
13 reviews 13 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
“Great place to stay”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 September 2011

I found this motel to be very comfortable. While I was not there on a holiday, I needed somewhere close to the Mater Private Hospital and this is just a three minute drive away. All amenities were provided and I had a ground floor room that was very spacious. With a sliding door opening up to a small courtyard with table and chairs I could look out over the lake. Very pleasant. The air con was one of the quietest yet and the tv a good size. Meals in the restaurant were very good if not a bit pricey and breakfast was good. King size bed that was very comfy and large pillows. Would stay here again for sure.

  • Stayed September 2011, travelled solo
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
Was this review helpful? Yes
See 5 more reviews by Robgg for Mackay
Ask Robgg about Windmill Motel & Reception Centre
This review is the subjective opinion of a TripAdvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC
Brisbane QLD
Senior Contributor
40 reviews 40 reviews
Reviews in 21 cities Reviews in 21 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
“Pleasant Surprise”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 September 2011

I have never stayed here before nut as all my Usual place were booked oout or cost $70 or more for the night I thought I'd give this one a try.

I booked doe a Studio Apartment and was quite surprised whn I got a large room. The recepetion staff were very friendly and I was able to organise Room Service. Har the Chicken Parma Rate it a 3 out of 5 and the Berry Cheesecake rate it a 4 out of 5.

Breakfast wasn't too bad not a great selection of Fresh Fruit it looked abit tired but the rest was fine.

Check out was easy quyick and friendly.

I guess the only thing against it is it is sort of in the middle of nowhere but it isquiet.

I would stay there again.

  • Stayed September 2011, travelled on business
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
Was this review helpful? Yes
Ask CamnViv about Windmill Motel & Reception Centre
This review is the subjective opinion of a TripAdvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC
Emerald, Australia
Senior Reviewer
6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
“Quite Happy”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 August 2011

We stayed in a 2br apartment at the last minute. The price was ok $235 and the apartment was a nice suprise having stayed there once before in a ground floor room and suprised that there were no windows.
The 2br was a huge improvement, large main bedroom with flat screen TV and huge shower over spa ( which you can watch TV in if you don't have children to run around after) there is also a toilet located in the main bedroom. The 2br is located close to the main bedroom (good if you have small children) and the 2nd bedroom is located opposite. The lounge and kitchen is a good size but bland and functional with a small balcony. The washer dryer is located in the hallway cupboard and noisy so get all your washing done before bed.
We needed to be at the Mater hospital the next day which was very close and the proximatey to Mt Pleasant Shopping mall and Canelands was very handy for everything.
Pros: All in all a good stay to get stuff done in Mackay.
Cons: The rooms suffer from the dreaded "black foot" disease (the floors will turn your feet black) Usually this is enough for us to demand our money back and leave but it wasn't hugely bad although it did cause your feet to be very slippery in the shower so be careful!

  • Stayed August 2011, travelled with family
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 3 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
Was this review helpful? Yes
See 2 more reviews by RegionalQLDFamily for Mackay
Ask RegionalQLDFamily about Windmill Motel & Reception Centre
This review is the subjective opinion of a TripAdvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC
Moranbah, Australia
Reviewer
3 reviews 3 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“Average Rating”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 August 2011

Stayed for the night overpriced mod cons were ok but the room was so small for a family we were in an upstairs room felt like we were in a dungeon so if you a planning on taking a family ensure that you request an apartment room or at least a room with a view no electric blankets and only one thin blanket in the room.....

  • Stayed August 2011, travelled with family
    • 2 of 5 stars Value
    • 2 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
Was this review helpful? Yes
See 2 more reviews by 1600088Terry for Mackay
Ask 1600088Terry about Windmill Motel & Reception Centre
This review is the subjective opinion of a TripAdvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC
Brisbane, Australia
Senior Reviewer
10 reviews 10 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
“Reasonably satisfied”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 August 2011

I have stayed here on numerous occasions and find it to be reasonable. Although the location is well away from the city centre I find it to be quiet as it is situated off the highway. Considering the number of times that I have stayed there, maybe about 12, I would normally expect the reception staff to welcome me back. Alas the staff seem to treat me as an inconvenience to their day. That said I find the rooms well set out with plenty of space to set up the laptop. I have stayed in the rooms across the road but I do prefer the rooms on the main hotel side. I would mark this higher if not for the staff attitude.

  • Stayed June 2011, travelled on business
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 3 of 5 stars Service
Was this review helpful? Yes
See 2 more reviews by scowler07 for Mackay
Ask scowler07 about Windmill Motel & Reception Centre
This review is the subjective opinion of a TripAdvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC

Travellers who viewed Windmill Motel & Reception Centre also viewed

International Lodge Motel
4 of 5 stars 31 Reviews
Mackay, Queensland
Show Prices ABS:HotelCheckRates-d1575342?&src=ShowUserReviewsHotels&fromServlet=ShowUserReviews&Action=QC_AlsoViewed
Mackay Resort Motel
3.5 of 5 stars 14 Reviews
Mackay, Queensland
Show Prices ABS:HotelCheckRates-d1148570?&src=ShowUserReviewsHotels&fromServlet=ShowUserReviews&Action=QC_AlsoViewed
Miners Lodge Motor Inn
3.5 of 5 stars 22 Reviews
Mackay, Queensland
Show Prices ABS:HotelCheckRates-d255817?&src=ShowUserReviewsHotels&fromServlet=ShowUserReviews&Action=QC_AlsoViewed
View all 29 hotels in Mackay, ranked by popularity »

Been to Windmill Motel & Reception Centre? Share your experiences!

Write a Review Add Photos Add Videos

Additional Information about Windmill Motel & Reception Centre

  • Best Western Mackay
  • Mackay Best Western
Address: 5 Highway Plaza | Bruce Highway, Mackay, Queensland 4740, Australia
Price range (per night):* INR8,289 - 14,002

Owners: What's your side of the story?

If you own or manage Windmill Motel & Reception Centre, register now for free tools to enhance your listing, attract new reviews, and respond to reviewers.

  • Manage your listing
Windmill Motel & Reception Centre
Show the lowest price for this hotel (from our partners)
Show Prices