Ocean International Hotel, Mackay
About the Hotel
Ocean International Hotel, known locally as 'The Ocean', is situated on the pristine beachfront of Mackay, Queensland. This hotel opened in 1988 as Mackay's first four-star accommodation and has undergone extensive renovations to enhance guest experience. Lush tropical gardens and sweeping ocean views add to its significance as a unique venue for both leisure and events.
Location
Ocean International Hotel is conveniently located just a few minutes' drive from Mackay Airport and the city's center. Its beachfront location serves as a gateway to the Whitsunday Islands, making it an ideal base for exploring the region. Popular local attractions, including parks and cultural sites, are also within easy reach.
Rooms
Ocean International offers large, spacious rooms with sweeping views of the Coral Sea or tropical gardens. Each room features a private balcony or terrace, enhancing the stay with views of nature. For added comfort, family, executive, and executive luxury rooms are equipped with double spa baths.
Eat & Drink
Galleons Restaurant provides a fully licensed setting for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, with an emphasis on local produce and freshly caught seafood. The newly renovated Oceans Bar & Restaurant offers a casual atmosphere for poolside dining or a relaxed coffee. Guests can enjoy the option of inside dining or open-air settings.
Leisure & Business
The hotel boasts comprehensive meeting facilities equipped with state-of-the-art audio-visual equipment and dedicated event coordinators. For leisure, guests can enjoy an outdoor swimming pool and a bar serving a variety of cocktails and wines. An experienced function team ensures that both business events and personal celebrations run smoothly.
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Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- No pets allowed
- Luggage storage
- Lift
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
Services
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
Spa & Leisure
- Garden area
- Jacuzzi
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Mini-bar
- Patio
- Terrace
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Location
Reviews and Ratings
The hotel is in a great location facing the beach with a nice grassed space in front for kids to play. The rooms were pleasant but a bit cold with no way to adjust the temperature. The service was attentive and friendly. The location is quiet and perfect for families with easy beach access. The dining experience was satisfactory but forgettable. Overall, a good value for money stay with some room for improvement.
The hotel is perfectly located by the beach, offering a nice balcony view and a relaxing atmosphere for families and couples. The rooms, though smelling of bleach at first, are spacious with a king-size bed and a small balcony, and the bathrooms are sufficiently clean. The staff goes above and beyond to ensure a remarkable customer service experience, even offering transport to local attractions and delivering fresh milk to the rooms. The dining experience is reasonably priced and fresh, providing original dishes. However, the initial cigarette smell upon arrival can be a drawback.
The hotel offers a good-sized family room that opens up to provide a refreshing ocean breeze, though the decor might feel a bit dated. The service is consistently excellent, but some areas like housekeeping might need improvements. The location is superb right by the beach, ideal for families and couples, despite occasional off-putting smells. Dining options are decent, with fresh and reasonably priced meals. Overall, a comfortable stay with a few minor drawbacks.