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Our top choices for Nelly Bay family-friendly hotels

A clear swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by greenery and hills.
A waterfront hotel with multiple balconies, a marina with boats, and a hill in the background.
A coastal marina with boats, a swimming pool, and residential buildings.
A marina with several boats docked in calm waters, a modern building with multiple floors and balconies, and a clear sky.

1. Peppers Blue on Blue

Peppers Blue on Blue
Nelly Bay
AU$212
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Peppers Blue on Blue
A balcony with a table and chairs, overlooking a body of water and distant mountains.
An infinity pool with a clear view of the sea and distant mountains.
A modern kitchen with a dining area, large windows, and a view of the ocean.
A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a balcony with a view of the ocean, and a bathroom with a large mirror and sink.

2. Grand Mercure Apartments Magnetic Island

Grand Mercure Apartments Magnetic Island
Nelly Bay
AU$327
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Grand Mercure Apartments Magnetic Island
A deck with lounge chairs and umbrellas overlooking a swimming pool and lush greenery.
A tented room with a bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a ceiling fan, and a wardrobe.
A bathroom with a white sink, a glass shower enclosure, and a window with a view of trees.
A pool area with a covered seating area and a fenced garden.

3. Magnetic Glamping

Magnetic Glamping
Nelly Bay
AU$374
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Magnetic Glamping
Children playing on a colorful playground structure with various climbing and hanging elements.
A nighttime view of a pool area with a clear sky, stars, and a mountain in the background.
A bedroom with a bed, a ceiling fan, a window with curtains, and a view of greenery outside.
A room with two wicker chairs facing a large arched window overlooking a garden.

4. Amaroo Rainforest Resort

Amaroo Rainforest Resort
Nelly Bay
AU$146
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Amaroo Rainforest Resort
A pool with people in inflatable water floats.
A bedroom with a bed, a bedside table, a TV, and a balcony with a view of the sea.
A beachfront property with a wooden structure, a balcony, and a view of the ocean and hills.
A coastal area with a rocky beach, a row of beach huts, and a mountainous backdrop.

5. Nomads Magnetic Island - Hostel

Nomads Magnetic Island - Hostel
Nelly Bay
AU$296
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Nomads Magnetic Island - Hostel
A couple sitting by a poolside with boats in the background.
A modern outdoor patio with a pool, seating area, and a grill.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a view of the water, and a balcony with a chair.
A modern staircase with a glass railing, two windows, and pendant lights.

6. Dacha on Maggie No#1 OPULENT AND LUXURIOUS

Dacha on Maggie No#1 OPULENT AND LUXURIOUS
Nelly Bay
AU$1,137
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Dacha on Maggie No#1 OPULENT AND LUXURIOUS
A woman dining by a pool with a view of a marina and a bridge.
A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, a ceiling fan, and a large window offering a view of the sea.
A modern kitchen with a central island, built-in oven, and a stainless steel sink.
A modern bedroom with a large bed, a bench, and a view of the sea.

7. ! Dacha on Maggie No#2, Unrivaled Island Luxury

! Dacha on Maggie No#2, Unrivaled Island Luxury
Nelly Bay
AU$1,206
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
! Dacha on Maggie No#2, Unrivaled Island Luxury
A modern multi-level house with a glass balcony, outdoor seating, and a swimming pool.
A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a TV mounted on the wall.
A modern living area with a wooden ceiling, a large sofa, a coffee table, and a glass door leading to a pool.
A modern living room with a sectional sofa, a coffee table, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

8. Dacha Prestige

Dacha Prestige
Nelly Bay
AU$1,649
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Dacha Prestige
A person dining by a pool with a box of food and a plate with a fruit.
A covered outdoor patio with a grill, seating area, and a view of the marina.
A modern bedroom with a large bed, a bench, a view of the sea, and a balcony.
A modern kitchen with a central island, stainless steel appliances, and a black countertop.

9. NEW! Dacha #2. First Class Luxury Waterfront Villa

NEW! Dacha #2. First Class Luxury Waterfront Villa
Nelly Bay
AU$1,268
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
NEW! Dacha #2. First Class Luxury Waterfront Villa
A swimming pool surrounded by lush greenery, with people relaxing and swimming.
A bed with a white sheet, a wooden headboard, and two pillows. There is a nightstand with a lamp and a small radio.
An outdoor dining area with wooden tables and chairs, surrounded by natural elements like trees and plants.
A small, triangular wooden structure with a green door and a wooden deck in front.

10. Bounce Magnetic Island

Bounce Magnetic Island
Horseshoe Bay
AU$153
includes taxes & fees
7 Nov - 8 Nov
Bounce Magnetic Island
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Choose what matters most at family-friendly hotels in Nelly Bay

Breakfast included
Pool
All-inclusive
4 stars
5 stars

Family-friendly hotels with pools in Nelly Bay

A clear swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by greenery and hills.
A waterfront hotel with multiple balconies, a marina with boats, and a hill in the background.
A coastal marina with boats, a swimming pool, and residential buildings.
A marina with several boats docked in calm waters, a modern building with multiple floors and balconies, and a clear sky.

Peppers Blue on Blue

Peppers Blue on Blue
Nelly Bay
AU$212
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Peppers Blue on Blue
A balcony with a table and chairs, overlooking a body of water and distant mountains.
An infinity pool with a clear view of the sea and distant mountains.
A modern kitchen with a dining area, a sofa, and a large window with a view of palm trees.
A modern kitchen with a dining area, large windows, and a view of the ocean.

Grand Mercure Apartments Magnetic Island

Grand Mercure Apartments Magnetic Island
Nelly Bay
AU$327
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Grand Mercure Apartments Magnetic Island
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a ceiling fan, and a view of an outdoor pool area.
A tented room with a bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a ceiling fan, and a wardrobe.
A compact kitchenette with a microwave, coffee maker, and a small table with a bowl.
A pool area with a covered seating area and a fenced garden.

Magnetic Glamping

Magnetic Glamping
Nelly Bay
AU$374
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Magnetic Glamping
A beachfront property with a wooden structure, a balcony, and a view of the ocean and hills.
A wooden pathway leading to a building with a sloped roof, surrounded by tropical vegetation and palm trees.
A beachfront accommodation with a wooden structure, a deck, and a view of the sea and mountains.
A pool area with lounge chairs and palm trees, overlooking a clear blue sea.

Nomads Magnetic Island - Hostel

Nomads Magnetic Island - Hostel
Nelly Bay
AU$296
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Nomads Magnetic Island - Hostel
A nighttime view of a pool area with a clear sky, stars, and a mountain in the background.
A room with two wicker chairs facing a large arched window overlooking a garden.
A wooden pathway leading through a lush garden with dense foliage and a clear sky.
A bedroom with a bed, a ceiling fan, a window with curtains, and a view of greenery outside.

Amaroo Rainforest Resort

Amaroo Rainforest Resort
Nelly Bay
AU$146
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Amaroo Rainforest Resort
A couple sitting by a poolside with boats in the background.
A modern outdoor patio with a pool, seating area, and a grill.
A modern staircase with a glass railing, two windows, and pendant lights.
A modern kitchen with a white countertop, black marble backsplash, and a built-in oven.

Dacha on Maggie No#1 OPULENT AND LUXURIOUS

Dacha on Maggie No#1 OPULENT AND LUXURIOUS
Nelly Bay
AU$1,137
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Dacha on Maggie No#1 OPULENT AND LUXURIOUS
A modern two-story house with a large balcony, a swimming pool, and a mountain view.
A modern bedroom with a large bed, a ceiling fan, and a view of a body of water through large windows.
A modern bedroom with a large bed, a bench, a view of the sea, and a balcony.
A modern kitchen with a central island, stainless steel appliances, and a black countertop.

NEW! Dacha #2. First Class Luxury Waterfront Villa

NEW! Dacha #2. First Class Luxury Waterfront Villa
Nelly Bay
AU$1,268
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
NEW! Dacha #2. First Class Luxury Waterfront Villa
A modern multi-level house with a glass balcony, outdoor seating, and a swimming pool.
A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a TV mounted on the wall.
A modern living area with a wooden ceiling, a large sofa, a coffee table, and a glass door leading to a pool.
A modern living room with a sectional sofa, a coffee table, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

Dacha Prestige

Dacha Prestige
Nelly Bay
AU$1,649
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Dacha Prestige
A marina with boats docked, a small pool, and a view of the beach and water.
A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, a ceiling fan, and a large window offering a view of the sea.
A modern kitchen with a central island, built-in oven, and a stainless steel sink.
A modern bedroom with a large bed, a ceiling fan, and a view of a lake and mountains.

! Dacha on Maggie No#2, Unrivaled Island Luxury

! Dacha on Maggie No#2, Unrivaled Island Luxury
Nelly Bay
AU$1,206
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
! Dacha on Maggie No#2, Unrivaled Island Luxury
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Top Nelly Bay Hotel Reviews

The Ville Resort - Casino

The Ville Resort - Casino

10/10 Excellent
"Great place to stay. Clean, nice pool and great restaurant facilities."
Leina 2-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
The Ville Resort - Casino
Grand Hotel and Apartments Townsville

Grand Hotel and Apartments Townsville

8/10 Good
"Above average experience. Good location."
Darren 1-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Grand Hotel and Apartments Townsville
Island Leisure Resort

Island Leisure Resort

8/10 Good
"Reception staff were wonderful, lovely pool area, great location. Really enjoyed our stay."
Ashley 2-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Island Leisure Resort

Frequently asked questions

What's Nelly Bay like for family-friendly holidays?
The relaxing destination of Nelly Bay is a good choice if you've been thinking about a trip with your children. The boating, island setting and swimming spots are just a few things that make this an attractive holiday destination for families. Arrange a flight into Townsville, QLD (TSV), which is located 8.5 mi (13.7 km) from the city centre.
When's the best time to book a family-friendly holiday 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.
What's there to see and do with your family in Nelly Bay?
While you are visiting Nelly Bay, you may want to round up the youngsters and make time to see interesting attractions such as Magnetic Island National Park and Nelly Bay Habitat Reserve. Make sure that you have lots of time for activities such as Townsville Entertainment & Convention Centre and Strand Waterpark.

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