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Reviews of Nomads Magnetic Island - Hostel

2 out of 5
Nomads Magnetic Island - Hostel
1 Nelly Bay Road, Nelly Bay, QLD

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 58 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 25 out of 58 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 58 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 58 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 58 reviews" "

6.8/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved my stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed my stay, staff were super helpful with all the information. Breakfast was amazing.

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Such a great place, we got to see two wales when we were checking in! Loved the food.

8/10 Good

Martha

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
The view from the little house is amazing. Cannot beat that. Nevertheless, the food at the bar was very average. The bed was comfortable but I feel there more cleaning and maintenance is needed.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Chandrasekar

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

2/10 Terrible

Taris

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Cheap as if you don’t get Covid or hepatitis you done well
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

4/10 Poor

Barry

Too much like a Disco, than a peaceful Hostel
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brodie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent venue with great views and beach access
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Alexander

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

dahabo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall enjoyed my stay, did not enjoy the loud music till midnight on a weekday.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Poor mans Maldives
A little hut over the water - perfect spot. Nothing flash, very private and the view over the water with the waves crashing on the rocks made this place perfect. The room is basic but tidy. No fridge or anything like that so be sure to utilise the communal kitchen. Not having a bathroom was easier then expected and the communal block was always clean. Didn’t spend anytime at the restaurant or bar so can’t comment on these. Great base to hire yourself a scooter and zoom around the island. 5 min ride into the main town. Breakfast at a shack was a 5 min walk. First time staying at a backpackers and I was pleasantly surprised. Would def stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

Gemma

Liked: Staff & service
Base Review
The location of the hostel is right on the beach and easy to get to from the harbour. We stayed in a double room which was fine for a couple of nights. The evening entertainment is good and there is something on every night. Room was fine and what we expected, could have been a little cleaner but was okay for the most part.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019
Response from Jjack on 28 Aug 2019
Hi there and thanks for the feedback, We hope to see you again, Safe Travels

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a great hostel, defianltey a party hostel but if you get a room furthest from the bar no issues on sleep. Staff are fabulous, friendly, helpful and full of energy.
Stayed 1 night in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

8/10 Good

Charlotte

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stunning view
Great hostel and amazing view, just bear in mind it is a young atmosphere and known for its sensational parties.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018
Response from Jack on 26 Nov 2018
Hey Charlotte, Thanks for the feedback on your recent stay with us. We hope to see you again soon, Safe Travels

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018
Response from Jack on 7 Nov 2018
Hi there Emily, Thanks for the feedback on your recent stay. We look forward to your next visit. Safe Travels

10/10 Excellent

Inka

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing location and view
The location of this backpackers was the best of any I've ever stayed in! Backed up right along the beach.

2/10 Terrible

Thomas, Gothenburg

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Had a few bad experiences with the room, WiFi and kitchen.

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort
It was a cheap mattress that felt a bit wirey. The check-in staff seemed to be unprofessional and inexperienced.

8/10 Good

Darvid, Melbourne

Liked: Staff & service
What a great buzz place
Great atmosphere, especially for backpackers in early 20's. Found after 40 years gap, backpacker hostels are still the same lively places. Everyone is there to enjoy themselves and they do, especially with well orchestrated night activities. Can walk from Nelly Bay to hostel in less than 30 minutes. Buses run hourly ish from Base into town.
road view
8 birth looking out
From ferry to Base

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Hostel on the beach
The hostel dorms are in cute triangular shaped beach huts and most have great views from them. They are however very cramped inside especially on the top bunks as the ceiling inclines. There are some old rusty lockers under the beds but you need your own lock. The wifi is basically terrible most of the time even though I paid $6 for the premium wifi for 24hrs! Lively hostel with a good atmosphere.

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Disliked: Room comfort
Fantastic position over the ocean
Wonderful position perched on the rocks with the waves crashing beneath. great party atmosphere. Unfortunately a solid 30mins walk to any amenities and the room was poorly maintained with broken fan and window boarded with timber that wouldn't open. No tv or chairs in room. Would be a sauna if no sea breeze.

8/10 Good

Cassandra, Australia - QLD - Townsville

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Value: Affordable; Service: Professional, Respectful, Friendly; Cleanliness: Tidy, Neat;

8/10 Good

Jesamine, Australia - ACT - Canberra

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Facilities: Old; Value: Over-priced; Service: Friendly; Cleanliness: Tidy;

10/10 Excellent

Shane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Facilities: Outstanding; Value: Bargain; Service: Go the extra mile; Cleanliness: Immaculate;

10/10 Excellent

Melissa, Australia - QLD - Cairns

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Magnetic island is just a lovely place to be.

10/10 Excellent

melissa, Australia - QLD - Cairns

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Value: Bargain;

6/10 Okay

Cindy, Australia - NSW - Sydney

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Facilities: Tired; Value: Reasonable; Service: Sufficient; its decent for a backpackers. just no good for couples.

10/10 Excellent

Lauren, Australia - QLD - Brisbane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Facilities: Good, Basic but comfy; Value: Great deal; Service: Great staff; Cleanliness: Spotless;

8/10 Good

Tom, SA

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Great location
I good place to stay but need to have in mind that's a backpacker place to party on :D

8/10 Good

ruth, Australia - QLD - Townsville

Liked: Staff & service
enjoyed the tropical rain

8/10 Good

SIOSHEN, Australia - QLD - Townsville

Liked: Staff & service
Value: Average price; Service: Go the extra mile; Cleanliness: Tidy;

8/10 Good

Dylan, Australia - NSW - Regional NSW

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Facilities: Nice ; Value: Bargain; Service: Courteous; Cleanliness: Clean; Great place for parties

8/10 Good

Matthew, Australia

Liked: Staff & service
Facilities: Typical; Value: Bargain, Fantastic; Service: Courteous; Cleanliness: Neat, Nice; Private bungalows have great views of the beach and ocean.

10/10 Excellent

Hayley, Australia - WA - Perth

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Facilities: Nice , But the kitchen; Value: Nice package; Service: Friendly; Cleanliness: Clean, But the kitchen; Nice to be sort of away from rush but had bus for easy access still

10/10 Excellent

jason, Australia - QLD - Gold Coast

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Facilities: Nice ; Value: Bargain; Service: Friendly; Cleanliness: Hygienic ; easy access to all the wonders of magnetic island

8/10 Good

Terry, Australia - QLD - Townsville

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Facilities: Nothing special; Value: Could be better; Service: Professional, Friendly, Courteous; Cleanliness: Pleasant; The full moon down under is an event not to be missed

10/10 Excellent

Jessica, Australia - QLD - Townsville

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Facilities: State of the art; Value: Great deal; Service: Phenomenal; Cleanliness: Immaculate; Ladies night is definately the best night! Free drinks + table dancing + midnight swims = one unforgettable night!

8/10 Good

ross, Australia - ACT - Canberra

Liked: Staff & service
Facilities: Everyday; Value: Great deal; Service: Friendly, Courteous; Cleanliness: Tidy;

8/10 Good

Jayne, Australia - QLD - Townsville

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Facilities: Good; Value: Economical; Service: Sufficient, Helpful, Polite; Cleanliness: Tidy; Great for younger people

4/10 Poor

carolyn, New Zealand - Marlborough

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Facilities: Tired; Value: Unreasonable, compared to Koala Village; Service: Tardy, Lacking, no record of booking; Cleanliness: Poor;

8/10 Good

JASON, Australia - QLD - Cairns

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Facilities: Tired; Value: Inexpensive; Service: Phenomenal, Evey was amazing thanks; Cleanliness: Poor; Eve was so amazing, I would only ever stay there again in deluxe bungalow with ensuite, and not in full moon time,

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
AWESOME!!!
everyone was so friendly, amazing landscape, the beds were surprisingly satisfying, PARTY WAS AWESOME!!! all round great experience. would do it again.

8/10 Good

Rachel, Western Australia, Australia

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Base Fun
Great fun, staff and facilities encourage interaction between all people staying. Excellent entertainment in the bar especially for a Tuesday night. Backpackers and young people alike will really enjoy this place.

10/10 Excellent

Jared, Lawrence, KS

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Perfect Island Hostel
I had such an incredible time, and the X Base Magnetic hostel was a big part of that. Younger crowd, lots of friendly people from all over the world travelling through, island bar with great parties nightly, and located on the beach/ocean in Nelly Bay. Conditions are extremely lacking in rooms (basically run-down shacks for housing luggage, equipment, etc.), but who wants to stay in their room at a place like this? Not ideal if you're looking for a clean, ritzy establishment. But if you just want to hang out on an island and party for a few days, it's perfect.

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Right on the beach
That's as good as it gets at this supreme backpackers hostel. I've built better tool sheds than what they consider guest rooms.