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Nomads Magnetic Island - Hostel

2.0 star property
Adults-only beachfront hostel with outdoor pool

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On the beach
Property grounds
Exterior
Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Private Bathroom, Ocean View
Sports facility
Nomads Magnetic Island - Hostel offers a lively getaway near Horseshoe Bay Beach. Relax in the garden by day, enjoy the nightclub after sunset. The restaurant serves three meals daily, and the outdoor pool has sun loungers. Free WiFi, bike, and car rentals available for exploring.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$234
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov

Room options

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Shared Dormitory

Dormitory Room - 6 Beds

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Private - Double - Ocean View - Ensuite

  • Sleeps 2

Bed in 6-Bed Shared Dormitory

  • Sleeps 1

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Shared Dormitory

Dormitory Room - 8 Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Daily housekeeping
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Shared Dormitory, Women only - 6 Beds

Shared Dormitory, Women only - 6 Beds

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Daily housekeeping
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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

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

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Bed in 8-Bed Shared Dormitory

  • Sleeps 1

Bed in 6-Bed Female Shared Dormitory

  • Sleeps 1
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About the area

Located in Nelly Bay, Nomads Magnetic Island - Hostel is on the beach. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Museum of Tropical Queensland, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Radical Bay and Horseshoe Bay Beach. Maritime Museum of Townsville and ReefHQ are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and ecotours.
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Map
1 Nelly Bay Road, Nelly Bay, QLD, 4819

What's nearby

  • Magnetic Island National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Magnetic Island Golf Course - 1 min drive - 1.2 km
  • Horseshoe Bay Beach - 17 min drive - 11.2 km
  • Magnetic Island Ferry Terminal - 30 min drive - 13.9 km
  • Castle Hill - 35 min drive - 17.2 km

Getting around

  • Townsville, QLD (TSV) - 151 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Spin Cafe - ‬37 min drive
  • ‪Terasu - ‬37 min drive
  • ‪The Bikini Tree Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Palm House - ‬37 min drive
  • ‪Ardo Rooftop Bar - ‬37 min drive

About this property

Nomads Magnetic Island - Hostel

Hostel near Horseshoe Bay Beach
Located close to Radical Bay and Queens Gardens, Nomads Magnetic Island - Hostel provides a nightclub, a garden and laundry facilities. Adventurous travellers may like the cycling at this hostel. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices), and guests can find other amenities, such as car hire on-site and a bar.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An outdoor pool, along with sunloungers
  • Free self-parking
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), bike hire and motorhome/coach/lorry parking
  • Motorised watercraft on-site, tour/ticket information and ATM/banking services
Room features
All guest rooms at Nomads Magnetic Island - Hostel include comforts, such as air conditioning, in addition to
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Balconies, ceiling fans and daily housekeeping

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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 transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/lorry 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 motorised watercraft

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the bay
  • On the beach
  • Pool loungers

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 lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 floor
  • 30 buildings
  • Built in 2004
  • Designated smoking areas

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 and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

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

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 alternative location: [Please see our Bar staff for late check-in]

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not 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.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: AUD 20 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including stag and hen parties
Pool access available from 7 AM to 7 PM
Guests under 18 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

Base Hostel Magnetic Island
Base Magnetic Island
Base Magnetic Island Hostel
Hostel Magnetic Island
Magnetic Island Base
Magnetic Island Base Hostel
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

Does Nomads Magnetic Island - Hostel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 7 AM to 7 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Nomads Magnetic Island - Hostel?

As of 18 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Nomads Magnetic Island - Hostel on 5 Nov 2025 start from AU$234.09, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Nomads Magnetic Island - Hostel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Nomads Magnetic Island - Hostel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

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

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

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

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Nomads Magnetic Island - Hostel located?

This Nelly Bay hostel is on the beach, 5.6 mi (9.1 km) from Radical Bay, and within 12 mi (20 km) of Horseshoe Bay Beach and Museum of Tropical Queensland. Queens Gardens and Castle Hill are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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