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Grand Mercure Apartments Magnetic Island

Grand Mercure Apartments Magnetic Island
4.0 star property
Nelly Bay
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (335)
"Beautiful clean rooms Close to ferry terminal Gorgeous views of the harbour/nelly bay "
Australia
spiro
The price is AU$299
includes taxes & fees
12 Dec - 13 Dec
Grand Mercure Apartments Magnetic Island

Peppers Blue on Blue

Peppers Blue on Blue
4.0 star property
Nelly Bay
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (845)
"Fantastic room with beautiful view over the harbour. Very friendly and helpful staff everywhere in the complex. Breakfast was excellent - hot food was hot and not dried up, and there was a very good choice of cereals, pastries and fruit. Would have no hesitation in recommending and would love to have been able to spend more time here. "
United Kingdom
Andrew
The price is AU$239
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Peppers Blue on Blue

Amaroo on Mandalay

Amaroo on Mandalay
3.0 star property
Nelly Bay
7.6 out of 10, Good, (33)
"Good place to stay"
Australia
Troy
The price is AU$215
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
Amaroo on Mandalay

Nomads Magnetic Island - Hostel

Nomads Magnetic Island - Hostel
2.0 star property
Nelly Bay
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (64)
"Bathroom and wifi not great but beautiful spot"
Canada
Laurie
The price is AU$286
includes taxes & fees
30 Dec - 31 Dec
Nomads Magnetic Island - Hostel

Aquarius on the Beach

Aquarius on the Beach
4.0 star property
North Ward
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"Great location and view from the room"
Australia
Verna
The price is AU$155
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Aquarius on the Beach

The Ville Resort - Casino

The Ville Resort - Casino
4.5 star property
Townsville
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"Really lovely to stay with a beautiful pool."
Australia
Tram
The price is AU$265
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
The Ville Resort - Casino

Ardo

Ardo
4.0 star property
Townsville
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (293)
"Clean , great location by the water , honest and friendly staff. Wonderful stay "
Australia
Nadia
The price is AU$315
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
Ardo

Allure Hotel & Apartments

Allure Hotel & Apartments
4.5 star property
South Townsville
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (751)
"Great city and great staff!"
Australia
Haili
The price is AU$141
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
Allure Hotel & Apartments

Rydges Southbank Townsville

Rydges Southbank Townsville
3.5 star property
South Townsville
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1001)
"Nice hotel "
United Kingdom
Vannessa
The price is AU$171
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
Rydges Southbank Townsville

Seahaven Resort

Seahaven Resort
3.0 star property
Belgian Gardens
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (201)
"Great place to stay "
Australia
Paul
The price is AU$147
includes taxes & fees
13 Dec - 14 Dec
Seahaven Resort

The Robert Towns

The Robert Towns
4.0 star property
Townsville
7.4 out of 10, Good, (806)
"Welcoming staff, clean room"
Australia
Christopher
The price is AU$137
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
The Robert Towns

Oaks Townsville Gateway Suites

Oaks Townsville Gateway Suites
4.0 star property
South Townsville
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1211)
"Great hotel for the price and area. Will be back!"
Australia
Siegfried Robert
The price is AU$189
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Oaks Townsville Gateway Suites

Hotel Grand Chancellor Townsville

Hotel Grand Chancellor Townsville
4.5 star property
Townsville
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"Location was good"
United States
Yvonne
The price is AU$175
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
Hotel Grand Chancellor Townsville

Belmoral Corporate Suites

Belmoral Corporate Suites
5.0 star property
South Townsville
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (194)
"Very clean and quite "
Canada
Keara
The price is AU$148
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
Belmoral Corporate Suites

The Palmer Collective

The Palmer Collective
4.0 star property
South Townsville
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (789)
"Always a great place to stay with clean rooms and great staff"
Australia
Denis
The price is AU$145
includes taxes & fees
19 Dec - 20 Dec
The Palmer Collective

Beach House Motel

Beach House Motel
3.5 star property
North Ward
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (515)
"Super comfy beds, clean and tidy, friendly staff and right in the strand with restaurants close by and water views across the road. "
Australia
Fay
The price is AU$136
includes taxes & fees
7 Jan - 8 Jan 2026
Beach House Motel

BIG4 Tasman Holiday Parks - Rowes Bay

BIG4 Tasman Holiday Parks - Rowes Bay
3.0 star property
Belgian Gardens
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (221)
"Clean room, lovely staff "
Australia
Kylie
The price is AU$131
includes taxes & fees
18 Dec - 19 Dec
BIG4 Tasman Holiday Parks - Rowes Bay

Madison Plaza Townsville

Madison Plaza Townsville
4.0 star property
Townsville
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1007)
"Friendly staff, and the room was clean and cool. "
Australia
Jason
The price is AU$116
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
Madison Plaza Townsville

Raintree Motel

Raintree Motel
3.0 star property
Hermit Park
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (329)
"Clean room"
Australia
Humraj Singh
The price is AU$148
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
Raintree Motel

City Oasis Inn Townsville, SureStay Collection by BW

City Oasis Inn Townsville, SureStay Collection by BW
4.0 star property
Townsville
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (532)
"staff were really helpful, providing good information on the town. Easy to park, room was good and spacious, clean. "
United Kingdom
Iain
The price is AU$148
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec
City Oasis Inn Townsville, SureStay Collection by BW
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Nestled on Magnetic Island, this tranquil bay invites visitors to explore its pristine beach and nearby national park trails. Snorkel the clear waters before heading to Bungalow Bay Koala Wildlife Park where you'll encounter Australia's beloved marsupials up close.

Nelly Bay showing rocky coastline, general coastal views and a beach

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Frequently asked questions

What's the best place to stay in Nelly Bay?
Peppers Blue on Blue is a favourite with Expedia customers. This hotel offers a marina and 2 outdoor pools. Reviews from our site also recommend Nomads Magnetic Island - Hostel and Amaroo on Mandalay as top choices for your visit. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Nelly Bay.
What are some of the best holiday rentals that Nelly Bay has to offer?
Magnetic Docks Townhouse 9: This highly rated holiday home rental in Nelly Bay is located on the beach, and has an outdoor pool, a private balcony and air conditioning to put you at ease in your new surroundings. Kitchen amenities include a full-sized fridge, a dishwasher and a stovetop. You and your friends and family can relax into your holiday with amenities such as a terrace. Some other homes for rent in Nelly Bay include Dacha on Maggie No#1 OPULENT AND LUXURIOUS and NEW! Dacha #2. First Class Luxury Waterfront Villa. See all vacation rentals in Nelly Bay.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Nelly Bay, will I receive a refund?
Yes, you'll find most room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of check in. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Nelly Bay.
What's the best accommodation for a budget-friendly stay in Nelly Bay?
Based on our traveller reviews, Nomads Magnetic Island - Hostel is a top choice for a less expensive stay. View all budget hotels in Nelly Bay.
What are some accommodation options with pools in Nelly Bay?
Grand Mercure Apartments Magnetic Island: Features a rooftop terrace, 4 outdoor swimming pools and complimentary wireless Internet access. Peppers Blue on Blue and Island Leisure Resort are two additional hotels that feature an on-site pool. View all hotels with pools in Nelly Bay.
What is the best spa hotel in Nelly Bay?
Peppers Blue on Blue is a top spa hotel featuring a bar and a restaurant. Enjoy a massage at Balance Beauty & Massage. Another popular spa hotel in Nelly Bay is Magnetic Blue Waterfront Apartments. See all spa hotels in Nelly Bay.
What's it like staying in Nelly Bay?
Visitors to Nelly Bay will definitely enjoy the marina. Tourists can also enjoy the city's spas and coffee shops. In Nelly Bay, there are 182 hotels and other accommodation options to choose from. Find out more about Nelly Bay.
What should I see while I'm in Nelly Bay?
Natural beauty is on display at Magnetic Island National Park, Nelly Bay Beach and Nelly Bay Habitat Reserve. Additionally, you might want to add Massage on Magnetic to your itinerary. Take a look at what more there is to see and do in Expedia's Nelly Bay guide.
What's the weather like in Nelly Bay?
The hottest months are usually December and January, with an average temperature of 27°C, while the coldest months are July and August, with an average of 20°C. The rainiest months in Nelly Bay are January, February, March and December, with each month seeing an average of 233 mm of rainfall.

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