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Shambhala Retreat Cottage 2 a peaceful place intended for rest and relaxation.
"Monica, Thank you for making our family getaway a little special. Very relaxing environment with spotless facilities. Accommodation is well maintained. The surrounding gardens & pool were relaxing allowing all of us to decompress from the hectic city life. This location is very family friendly and ..."
Reviewed on Nov 20, 2025

Island Leisure Resort
"Lovely and clean. Very close to the ferry (by car in 1 or 2 minutes). Friendly staff. Great wifi and beautiful pool area. Free pool table and great ganes room. Lovely setting. The rooms are very open and spacious."
Reviewed on Aug 18, 2026

Peppers Blue on Blue
"Friendly staff, convenient location, spacious rooms. Great stay!"
Reviewed on Aug 24, 2026

Magnetic Glamping
"Enjoyed the experience . Bring some milk for coffee and tea and some board games or cards if you’re staying in during the day. Pool looked lovely but didn’t get in."
Reviewed on Jul 26, 2026

Grand Mercure Apartments Magnetic Island
"Positives -great location. Nice hot shower. Had a nice balcony. Washer and dryer is always helpful when away from home Negatives -Room was very outdated and not overly clean. Tiles in the shower were mouldy and fridge and dishwasher had rust on the doors. The bathroom is open so absolutely no privacy ..."
Reviewed on Aug 22, 2026

Nomads Magnetic Island - Hostel
"Friendly staff and amazing views !!"
Reviewed on Jul 10, 2026

Standard Twin Studio Apartment
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Reviewed on Aug 20, 2026

Amaroo Rainforest Resort
"The unit/room itself was very run down. Bathroom had mould in shower, on walls as well as bathroom tiles. Vanity damaged. Curtains were dirty and sticky. Shouldn’t be “sold” as accommodation. Management needs to check in on facility, it’s very run down. Pool was good and an escape from our room."
Reviewed on Aug 24, 2026

The Hidden Pearl, Magnetic Island
Nelly Bay Hotel & Travel Guide
If you're thinking about visiting Townsville and are on the lookout for a place to stay around Nelly Bay, we have a comprehensive assortment to select from. If you want to be within 6 miles (10 kilometers) of Nelly Bay, our up-to-date database features at least 23 hotels and apartments in that area alone.
Wise travelers hoping to base themselves within roaming distance of Nelly Bay, can discover the Island Leisure Resort and Beachside Magnetic Harbour.
The Grand Mercure Apartments Magnetic Island is 0.8 miles (1.3 kilometers) from the middle of Nelly Bay. Another accommodation option is the Mariners North Holiday Apartments, which can be found about 7 miles (11 kilometers) away. Two other Travelocity-listed options in the surrounding area include the Quest Townsville along with the Peppers Blue on Blue.
After you have spent some time in Nelly Bay, put aside some time to check out the other great attractions Tropical North Queensland has to offer. Check out Tropical North Queensland's art galleries, craft workshops and open-air exhibits and also see the area's beaches, rainforest, streams and tablelands. In this fascinating part of Australia adventurous visitors might also try their hand at rock climbing and mountain climbing.
Located 1 mile (2 kilometers) to the southwest of Nelly Bay modern travelers will find Ayr, which you'll have the chance to enjoy the Magnetic Island Golf Course. Modern travelers to Picnic Bay can select between the Arcadia Beach Guest House and Base Magnetic Island Hostel. During your travels, you may wish to visit Ayr, where you'll come across the Ayr Golf Course. Ayr is 45 miles (74 kilometers) southeast of Nelly Bay. Accommodation options in Ayr include the Plantation Park Motor Inn and Ayr Travellers Motel.
Before you head home, why not spend an afternoon hanging out in the company of local lovers of sports at a community game. You can find Cluden Racecourse 11 miles (18 kilometers) to the south of Nelly Bay. Find a Travelocity-listed hotel right in the thick of the action at the Banjo Paterson Motor Inn or the Cluden Park Motor Inn.
When you're flying through Townsville Airport and are looking to find somewhere to stay in the area, check out Seagulls Resort or Comfort Inn Robert Towns.
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Peppers Blue on Blue
"Friendly staff, convenient location, spacious rooms. Great stay!"
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