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Best accommodation on Magnetic Island and Townsville

From intimate B&Bs to luxurious hotels in Townsville and exotic resorts on Magnetic Island, there is a wide range of accommodation options for your next visit to North Queensland. You can find a tropical getaway that suits your needs, whether you want to relax after a day of sightseeing or need some time to recharge.

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Peppers Blue on Blue Resort

Peppers Blue on Blue Resort

Peppers Blue on Blue Resort offers accommodation to suit every style, from standard hotel rooms to three-bedroom apartments, featuring your own private plunge pool and beautiful marina or mountain view.
Island Leisure Resort

Island Leisure Resort

Located right on Nelly Bay and just 50m from the beach, Island Leisure is your perfect Island escape.
Amaroo on Mandalay

Amaroo on Mandalay

Book your stay at Amaroo On Mandalay, relax and absorb the natural beauty of the tropical gardens, local wildlife and take time to explore Magnetic Island.
Tropical Palms Resort

Tropical Palms Resort

Located in picturesque Picnic Bay at the ‘quiet end’ of Magnetic Island.
Best of Magnetic accommodation

Best of Magnetic accommodation

Best of Magnetic offers a wide range of accommodation across all areas of Magnetic Island including Horseshoe, Bay Arcadia, Nelly Bay and Picnic Bay, suitable for couples, families, and groups.
Nomads Magnetic Island

Nomads Magnetic Island

The only east coast hostel where the front yard is a magical white sandy beach.
Bounce Magnetic Island

Bounce Magnetic Island

The only hostel in Australia to feature its own on-site wildlife park! Guests and visitors alike can enjoy live encounters with Australia’s unique wildlife.
Magnetic Island Glamping

Magnetic Island Glamping

Stay somewhere extraordinary! Unwind in safari-style comfort surrounded by eucalypts, ocean breezes and quiet island magic...
Ardo Hotel

Ardo Hotel

Experience Townsville's first luxury hotel set on the edge of the Coral Sea!
The Ville Resort-Casino

The Ville Resort-Casino

Perfectly positioned on the water's edge, this award-winning hotel boasts spectacular views of the ocean, the Marina and the city.
Quest Townsville on Eyre

Quest Townsville on Eyre

Quest Townsville on Eyre boasts a prime location near The Strand, Townsville’s vibrant hub for dining and entertainment.
Hotel Grand Chancellor

Hotel Grand Chancellor

Where coastal charm meets city central accommodation
Grand Mercure Apartments Magnetic Island

Grand Mercure Apartments Magnetic Island

From $410 per night
Grand Mercure Apartments are beach-style designed and fully self-contained. The modern interiors feature sleek stone kitchens, laundry facilities and cable TV with DVD players.
Dacha on Maggie No#1

Dacha on Maggie No#1

From $1100 per night
Dacha on Maggie No#1 is located in Nelly Bay, just a 4-minute walk from Nelly Bay Beach and 1.6 miles from Geoffrey Bay Beach. This beachfront property offers access to a balcony. The property features barbecue facilities and parking on-site.
Dacha on Maggie No#2

Dacha on Maggie No#2

From $1100 per night
NEW! Dacha on Maggie No#2, Unrivalled Island Luxury is located in Nelly Bay, just a 4-minute walk from Nelly Bay Beach and 1.7 miles from Geoffrey Bay Beach. Guests staying at this vacation home have access to a terrace.
Sails On Horseshoe

Sails On Horseshoe

From $300 per night
Located directly opposite the beach at Horseshoe Bay, Sails Hotel offers self-catering accommodations with kitchen facilities and gorgeous ocean views. The property features a swimming pool and barbecue area.
Absolute Waterfront Magnetic Island

Absolute Waterfront Magnetic Island

From $253 per night
Surrounded by views of the mountain, Absolute Waterfront Magnetic Island is a sustainable apartment in Nelly Bay, offering guests an environmentally friendly accommodation close to Nelly Bay Beach.
CStay

CStay

From $90 per night
Featuring free WiFi, a year-round swimming pool and a barbecue, CStay is located on Magnetic Island in Picnic Bay, 5.6 mi from Townsville.
Peppers Blue on Blue

Peppers Blue on Blue

From $235 per night
Peppers Blue on Blue is set in tropical surrounds on Queensland’s magical Magnetic Island. Offering beautiful marina and mountain views, it is a 25-minute ferry ride from Townsville. 500MB of free WiFi and free movie hire are included.
Tropical Palms Resort

Tropical Palms Resort

From $160 per night
Located in picturesque Picnic Bay at the ‘quiet end’ of Magnetic Island.
Amaroo on Mandalay

Amaroo on Mandalay

From $150 per night
Book your stay at Amaroo On Mandalay, relax and absorb the natural beauty of the tropical gardens, local wildlife and take time to explore Magnetic Island.
Bounce

Bounce

From $182 per night
Bounce Magnetic Island showcases open-air building designs and communal spaces for guests. The accommodations is located in the heart of Horseshoe Bay, 4-minute walk from Horseshoe Bay beach, nearby many island activities and walking trails through the national park to beaches offering snorkeling.
Nomads Magnetic Island

Nomads Magnetic Island

From $55 per night
Australia’s only backpackers located right on the beach, with easy access to snorkelling around the fringing reef right outside your door.
Summer House Magnetic Island

Summer House Magnetic Island

From $78 per night
Summer House Magnetic Island in Arcadia offers direct beachfront access with stunning sea views. Guests can relax on the sun terrace or take a dip in the swimming pool with a view.
Beachside Magnetic Harbour Apartments

Beachside Magnetic Harbour Apartments

From $498 per night
This waterfront property features panoramic ocean views from every apartment. Located a 5-minute walk from the ferry terminal and marina, the resort offers an outdoor pool and barbecue facilities.
Magnetic Sunsets Resort

Magnetic Sunsets Resort

From $270 per night
Located on the beachfront at Horseshoe Bay Beach on Magnetic Island, Sunsets Resort offers rooms with ocean views from your balcony.
Dandaloo Gardens

Dandaloo Gardens

From $175 per night
Located in Arcadia in the Magnetic Island region, with Geoffrey Bay Beach and Alma Bay Beach nearby.
Maggies Beachfront Apartment 13

Maggies Beachfront Apartment 13

From $581 per night
Maggies Beachfront Apartment in Horseshoe Bay offers direct beachfront access and stunning sea views
Mercure Townsville

Mercure Townsville

From $253 per night
The Mercure Townsville is a resort-style hotel on the shores of The Lakes. The hotel's 162 Queenslander-style rooms are spacious, comfortable and offer a range of modern amenities.
Classique Bed & Breakfast

Classique Bed & Breakfast

From $189 per night
Classique Bed & Breakfast in Townsville offers air-conditioned rooms with private bathrooms, hairdryers, and seating areas
  • Peppers Blue on Blue Resort
    From $343 per night

    Peppers Blue on Blue Resort

    Peppers Blue on Blue Resort offers accommodation to suit every style, from standard hotel rooms to three-bedroom apartments, featuring your own private plunge pool and beautiful marina or mountain view.
  • Island Leisure Resort
    From $194 per night

    Island Leisure Resort

    Located right on Nelly Bay and just 50m from the beach, Island Leisure is your perfect Island escape.
  • Amaroo on Mandalay
    From $203 per night

    Amaroo on Mandalay

    Book your stay at Amaroo On Mandalay, relax and absorb the natural beauty of the tropical gardens, local wildlife and take time to explore Magnetic Island.
  • Tropical Palms Resort
    From $180 per night

    Tropical Palms Resort

    Located in picturesque Picnic Bay at the ‘quiet end’ of Magnetic Island.
  • Best of Magnetic accommodation
    From $167 per night

    Best of Magnetic accommodation

    Best of Magnetic offers a wide range of accommodation across all areas of Magnetic Island including Horseshoe, Bay Arcadia, Nelly Bay and Picnic Bay, suitable for couples, families, and groups.
  • Nomads Magnetic Island
    From $65 per night

    Nomads Magnetic Island

    The only east coast hostel where the front yard is a magical white sandy beach.
  • Bounce Magnetic Island
    From $79.00 per person

    Bounce Magnetic Island

    The only hostel in Australia to feature its own on-site wildlife park! Guests and visitors alike can enjoy live encounters with Australia’s unique wildlife.
  • Magnetic Island Glamping
    From $250 per night

    Magnetic Island Glamping

    Stay somewhere extraordinary! Unwind in safari-style comfort surrounded by eucalypts, ocean breezes and quiet island magic...
  • Ardo Hotel
    From $354 per night

    Ardo Hotel

    Experience Townsville's first luxury hotel set on the edge of the Coral Sea!
  • The Ville Resort-Casino
    From $287 per night

    The Ville Resort-Casino

    Perfectly positioned on the water's edge, this award-winning hotel boasts spectacular views of the ocean, the Marina and the city.
  • Quest Townsville on Eyre
    From $267 per night

    Quest Townsville on Eyre

    Quest Townsville on Eyre boasts a prime location near The Strand, Townsville’s vibrant hub for dining and entertainment.
  • Hotel Grand Chancellor
    From $194 per night

    Hotel Grand Chancellor

    Where coastal charm meets city central accommodation
  • Grand Mercure Apartments Magnetic Island

    Grand Mercure Apartments Magnetic Island

    Grand Mercure Apartments are beach-style designed and fully self-contained. The modern interiors feature sleek stone kitchens, laundry facilities and cable TV with DVD players.
  • Dacha on Maggie No#1

    Dacha on Maggie No#1

    Dacha on Maggie No#1 is located in Nelly Bay, just a 4-minute walk from Nelly Bay Beach and 1.6 miles from Geoffrey Bay Beach. This beachfront property offers access to a balcony. The property features barbecue facilities and parking on-site.
  • Dacha on Maggie No#2

    Dacha on Maggie No#2

    NEW! Dacha on Maggie No#2, Unrivalled Island Luxury is located in Nelly Bay, just a 4-minute walk from Nelly Bay Beach and 1.7 miles from Geoffrey Bay Beach. Guests staying at this vacation home have access to a terrace.
  • Sails On Horseshoe

    Sails On Horseshoe

    Located directly opposite the beach at Horseshoe Bay, Sails Hotel offers self-catering accommodations with kitchen facilities and gorgeous ocean views. The property features a swimming pool and barbecue area.
  • Absolute Waterfront Magnetic Island

    Absolute Waterfront Magnetic Island

    Surrounded by views of the mountain, Absolute Waterfront Magnetic Island is a sustainable apartment in Nelly Bay, offering guests an environmentally friendly accommodation close to Nelly Bay Beach.
  • CStay

    CStay

    Featuring free WiFi, a year-round swimming pool and a barbecue, CStay is located on Magnetic Island in Picnic Bay, 5.6 mi from Townsville.
  • Peppers Blue on Blue

    Peppers Blue on Blue

    Peppers Blue on Blue is set in tropical surrounds on Queensland’s magical Magnetic Island. Offering beautiful marina and mountain views, it is a 25-minute ferry ride from Townsville. 500MB of free WiFi and free movie hire are included.
  • Tropical Palms Resort

    Tropical Palms Resort

    Located in picturesque Picnic Bay at the ‘quiet end’ of Magnetic Island.
  • Amaroo on Mandalay

    Amaroo on Mandalay

    Book your stay at Amaroo On Mandalay, relax and absorb the natural beauty of the tropical gardens, local wildlife and take time to explore Magnetic Island.
  • Bounce

    Bounce

    Bounce Magnetic Island showcases open-air building designs and communal spaces for guests. The accommodations is located in the heart of Horseshoe Bay, 4-minute walk from Horseshoe Bay beach, nearby many island activities and walking trails through the national park to beaches offering snorkeling.
  • Nomads Magnetic Island

    Nomads Magnetic Island

    Australia’s only backpackers located right on the beach, with easy access to snorkelling around the fringing reef right outside your door.
  • Summer House Magnetic Island

    Summer House Magnetic Island

    Summer House Magnetic Island in Arcadia offers direct beachfront access with stunning sea views. Guests can relax on the sun terrace or take a dip in the swimming pool with a view.
  • Beachside Magnetic Harbour Apartments

    Beachside Magnetic Harbour Apartments

    This waterfront property features panoramic ocean views from every apartment. Located a 5-minute walk from the ferry terminal and marina, the resort offers an outdoor pool and barbecue facilities.
  • Magnetic Sunsets Resort

    Magnetic Sunsets Resort

    Located on the beachfront at Horseshoe Bay Beach on Magnetic Island, Sunsets Resort offers rooms with ocean views from your balcony.
  • Dandaloo Gardens

    Dandaloo Gardens

    Located in Arcadia in the Magnetic Island region, with Geoffrey Bay Beach and Alma Bay Beach nearby.
  • Maggies Beachfront Apartment 13

    Maggies Beachfront Apartment 13

    Maggies Beachfront Apartment in Horseshoe Bay offers direct beachfront access and stunning sea views
  • Mercure Townsville

    Mercure Townsville

    The Mercure Townsville is a resort-style hotel on the shores of The Lakes. The hotel's 162 Queenslander-style rooms are spacious, comfortable and offer a range of modern amenities.
  • Classique Bed & Breakfast

    Classique Bed & Breakfast

    Classique Bed & Breakfast in Townsville offers air-conditioned rooms with private bathrooms, hairdryers, and seating areas