The Resort At Dolphin Heads - Mackay

$$$$||View on mapMackay, Australia6 Beach Road, Dolphin Heads, Mackay, Australia|
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The Resort At Dolphin Heads - Mackay
6 Beach Road, Dolphin Heads, Mackay, Australia·View on map
$$$$
Overall Score
Nice
6.8Nice
Location8.7
Free WiFi7.5
Who stays here
Families43%
Couples40%
Solo10%
Groups6%

Overview

Overall Score
Nice
6.8Nice
Location8.7
Free WiFi7.5
Who stays here
Families43%
Couples40%
Solo10%
Groups6%

3-star oceanfront resort in Mackay with direct beach access and versatile event spaces

Amenities

The Resort at Dolphin Heads offers two outdoor swimming pools with sea views, one shallow-end kids' pool, and pool/beach towels for guests. The property has a beachfront location with a garden, BBQ facilities, and a picnic area. Additional amenities include laundry facilities, a shared lounge/TV area, and vending machines for snacks and drinks.

Rooms

All 50 air-conditioned accommodations at Dolphin Heads Resort include a wardrobe, flat-screen TV, private bathroom, microwave, and a patio. Some rooms provide sea views, and all units come with a patio. Families can book Family Rooms with terraces, and the resort offers baby safety gates and kids' outdoor play equipment.

Location

The resort sits directly on Dolphin Heads Beach, 10 miles from Mackay Showgrounds and 12 miles from the airport. Guests can explore Eungella National Park, take scenic tours to the Whitsunday Islands, or visit the Sarina Sugar Shed for a local experience. Mackay Marina and BB Print Stadium are within 12 miles of the property.

Dining

The on-site Salt Café, Bar & Restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner with a menu featuring fresh, locally-sourced produce. The restaurant operates Wednesday to Saturday for dinner and opens for breakfast and lunch on Sundays; during school holidays it is also open Mondays and Tuesdays. Guests can enjoy meals with pool views or from the Oceanfront Beach Club's tiered seating.

Family & Events

This family-friendly resort provides a kids' pool, board games and puzzles, baby safety gates, and kids' outdoor play equipment. For events, the well-equipped Dolphin Room accommodates up to 100 guests, supported by an experienced event coordinator. The oceanfront deck and indoor spaces are designed for corporate retreats, weddings, and private functions.

  • Location: Beachfront on Dolphin Heads, 10 miles from Mackay city center
  • Pools: Two outdoor pools with sea views and a shallow kids' pool
  • Rooms: 50 air-conditioned units with patios and sea-view options
  • Dining: Salt Café, Bar & Restaurant with locally-sourced produce
  • Events: Dolphin Room for 100 guests with oceanfront deck
  • Nearby: 20 min from Whitsunday Islands and Eungella National Park
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 14:00-23:00
from 08:00-10:00
Other information
Children & extra beds
There are no cribs provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Building
Number of rooms:31
Former name
dolphin heads resort
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Rooms and availability

Family Room
  • Max:
    4 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King Size Bed
  • Shower
  • Balcony
Standard Room
  • Max:
    3 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King Size Bed
  • Garden view
  • Shower
  • Balcony

Facilities

Main facilities

Internet
Free parking
24-hour services
Babysitting
Swimming pool

Outdoor swimming pool

Air conditioning
Facilities for kids

Children's play area

Children's pool

Children's buffet

Playpen

Private beach

Beach access

Sun loungers

Beach umbrellas

Sports & Fitness

  • Horseback riding
  • Cycling
  • Golf course
  • Fishing

Services

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Grocery shopping service
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Snack bar
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Picnic area/ Tables

Business

  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cribs
  • Playpen
  • Children's buffet
  • Board games
  • Children's pool
  • Children's play area

Spa & Leisure

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Beach access
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Sun loungers
  • Aqua park
  • Live entertainment
  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area
  • BBQ facilities
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Shallow end

Room view

  • Garden view
  • Ocean view
  • Pool view

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Sitting area
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

  • Flat-screen TV

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Essential information about The Resort At Dolphin Heads

💵 Lowest room price 122 US$
📏 Distance to center 7.4 mi
✈️ Distance to airport 12.1 mi
🧳 Nearest airport Mackay, MKY

Location

6 Beach Road, Dolphin Heads, Mackay, Australia
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6 Beach Road, Dolphin Heads, Mackay, Australia
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6 Beach Road, Dolphin Heads, Mackay, Australia
  • City landmarks
  • Nearby
  • Restaurants
Armstrong Beach
100 yd
Restaurant
Seaspray Restaurant Cafe & Bar
100 yd

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