Nomads Magnetic Island - Hostel

2.0 star property
Beachfront hostel near Craft Market

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On the beach
Property grounds
Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Private Bathroom, Ocean View | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior
Sports facility

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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1 Nelly Bay Road, Nelly Bay, QLD, 4819
  • Magnetic Island National Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Magnetic Island Golf Course
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Horseshoe Bay Beach
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Townsville, QLD (TSV)
    ‪40 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Private Bathroom, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Shared Dormitory, Women only - 6 Beds

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Dormitory Room - 8 Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Dormitory Room - 6 Beds

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Private - Double - Ocean View - Ensuite

  • Sleeps 2

About the neighborhood

Nelly Bay

On the beach.Within 6 miles (10 km) of this hostel, you'll find Craft Market and Radical Bay. Horseshoe Bay Beach is within 6 miles (10 km) and Museum of Tropical Queensland is within 12 miles (20 km).

What's nearby

  • Magnetic Island National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Magnetic Island Golf Course - 1 min drive - 0.7 miles
  • Horseshoe Bay Beach - 17 min drive - 7.0 miles
  • Magnetic Island Ferry Terminal - 30 min drive - 8.5 miles
  • Castle Hill - 34 min drive - 10.6 miles

Getting around

  • Townsville, QLD (TSV) - 151 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ardo Rooftop Bar - ‬37 min drive
  • ‪The Palm House - ‬37 min drive
  • ‪Shorehouse - ‬39 min drive
  • ‪The Bikini Tree Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Miss Songs - ‬37 min drive

About this property

Nomads Magnetic Island - Hostel

Beachfront hostel near Craft Market
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. An outdoor pool, a nightclub, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Nomads Magnetic Island - Hostel. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Nelly Bay hostel.

  • 1 floor
  • 30 guestrooms or units
  • 30 buildings
  • Built in 2004
  • Nightclub
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Garden
  • ATM
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Nomads Magnetic Island - Hostel offers 30 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature ceiling fans. Rooms open to balconies. This Nelly Bay hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices). Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: AUD 12 to 30 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Nightclub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Personal motorized watercraft

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Front entrance ramp
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Towels provided

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you arrive at the property after hours, you'll need to check in at an alternate location: [Please see our Bar staff for late check-in]

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children younger than 18 are not allowed at this adults-only property. All guests 18 and older are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: AUD 20 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately AUD 12 to 30 per person

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and cash.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Pool access available from 7 AM to 7 PM.
  • This is an adults-only property and guests under 18 years old aren't allowed.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

Base Hostel Magnetic Island
Base Magnetic Island
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Hostel Magnetic Island
Magnetic Island Base
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Magnetic Island Hostel
Base Backpackers Hotel Magnetic Island
Base Magnetic Island Hostel Nelly Bay
Base Magnetic Island Nelly Bay
Base Magnetic Island Nelly

Frequently asked questions

How close is Nomads Magnetic Island - Hostel to the airport?

Nomads Magnetic Island - Hostel is 13.8 mi (151-min drive) away from the Townsville, QLD (TSV) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Nomads Magnetic Island - Hostel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Nomads Magnetic Island - Hostel.

How close is Nomads Magnetic Island - Hostel to the beach?

This hostel is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Nomads Magnetic Island - Hostel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Nomads Magnetic Island - Hostel, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of between AUD 12 and 30 per person. It's available every day from 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Nomads Magnetic Island - Hostel?

No, there is no casino at this hostel.

What time is check-in at Nomads Magnetic Island - Hostel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Nomads Magnetic Island - Hostel?

This hostel offers free self parking.

Does Nomads Magnetic Island - Hostel have a pool?

Nomads Magnetic Island - Hostel features an outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 7 AM to 7 PM.

Does Nomads Magnetic Island - Hostel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Nomads Magnetic Island - Hostel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is Nomads Magnetic Island - Hostel to downtown Nelly Bay?

Nomads Magnetic Island - Hostel is 1.1 mi away from Nelly Bay.