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Nomads Magnetic Island - Hostel

2.0 star property
Beachfront hostel in Nelly Bay with outdoor pool, restaurant

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Nomads Magnetic Island - Hostel

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Land view from property
On the beach
Courtyard
Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Private Bathroom, Ocean View | Bathroom
Bar (on property)

Overview of Nomads Magnetic Island - Hostel

8.0 out of 10 Very good
8.0/10 Very good

Property highlights

  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Internet access
  • Free parking
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry facilities
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1 Nelly Bay Road, Nelly Bay, QLD, 4819
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • On the beach
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Nightclub
  • Breakfast available
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Car hire on-site
  • ATM/banking services
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Luggage storage
Feel at home
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free self-parking
  • Outdoor swimming pools

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, Shared Bathroom, Ocean View

Standard Room, Shared Bathroom, Ocean View

Standard Room, Shared Bathroom, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Private Bathroom, Ocean View

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

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

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Shared Dormitory, Women only - 6 Beds

Iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Women only - 6 Beds

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Dormitory Room - 8 Beds

Iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

Dormitory Room - 8 Beds

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Dormitory Room - 6 Beds

Iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

Dormitory Room - 6 Beds

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

About this area

Getting around

  • Townsville, QLD (TSV) - 151 min drive

Restaurants

  • Maggie Island Brewery - 20 min walk
  • Juliette's Gelateria - 38 min drive
  • Shorehouse - 39 min drive
  • Rockpool Seafood Cafe Bar - 39 min drive
  • Seaview Hotel - 37 min drive
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About this property

Nomads Magnetic Island - Hostel

A great choice for a stay in Nelly Bay, Nomads Magnetic Island - Hostel features a nightclub. After having fun at the outdoor pool, you can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge.

Languages

English

Cleaning and safety practices

Enhanced cleanliness measures

Disinfectant is used to clean the property
High-touch surfaces are cleaned and disinfected

Check-in

Contactless social distancing and check-out
Social distancing measures in place

Safety measures

Hand sanitiser provided
This information is provided by our partners.

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 30 rooms
  • Arranged over 1 level

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in time from 3:00 PM until midnight
  • Minimum check-in age – 18
  • Check-out time is 11:00 AM

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions

Special check-in instructions

  • The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - midnight
  • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
  • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Required at check-in

  • Cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum guest age is 18
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

  • Children (18 years old and younger) are not allowed between January and December
  • No cots (infant beds)

Pets

  • Pets not allowed

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • WiFi in rooms*

Parking

  • Free on-site self-parking
  • On-site motorhome/coach/lorry parking (fees apply)

Other information

  • Designated smoking areas
  • No stag or hen parties

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–11 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge

What to do

  • On the beach
  • Personal watercraft (motorised)
  • Pool table
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Golf lessons nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Scuba-diving nearby
  • Scooter/moped hire nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • On-site car hire
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Bike hire
  • Pool loungers

Facilities

  • 30 buildings/towers
  • Built in 2004
  • ATM/banking
  • Garden
  • An outdoor pool
  • Nightclub

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Accessible bathroom (selected rooms)
  • In-room accessibility (selected rooms)
  • No lift (single-level property)

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Balcony

Freshen up

  • Towels

Stay connected

  • WiFi (surcharge)

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Access via exterior corridors

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: AUD 20 per stay

Optional extras

  • WiFi is available in guest rooms for AUD 4 per day (rates may vary)
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately AUD 8 to 16 per person

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 7 AM to 7 PM

Hygiene & cleanliness

This property advises that enhanced cleaning and guest safety measures are currently in place.

Disinfectant is used to clean the property, and commonly touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant between stays.

Social distancing measures are in place and guests are provided with hand sanitiser.

Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

Policies

This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag and hen parties.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.

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 offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Nomads Magnetic Island - Hostel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
What are the cleanliness and hygiene measures currently in place at Nomads Magnetic Island - Hostel?
This property confirms that disinfectant is used to clean the property. Furthermore, guests are provided with hand sanitiser and social distancing measures are in place. Please note that this information has been provided by our partners.
Is there a pool at Nomads Magnetic Island - Hostel?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 7 AM to 7 PM.
Are pets allowed at Nomads Magnetic Island - Hostel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Nomads Magnetic Island - Hostel?
Yes, there's free self parking. Motorhome/coach/lorry parking is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Nomads Magnetic Island - Hostel?
You can check in from 3:00 PM - midnight. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Contactless social distancing and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Nomads Magnetic Island - Hostel and nearby?
Have fun with activities such as hiking, kayaking and sailing, and practise your swing at the nearby golf course. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the hostel's other amenities, which include a nightclub and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Nomads Magnetic Island - Hostel?
Yes, there's an on-site restaurant.
Does Nomads Magnetic Island - Hostel have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a balcony.
What's the area around Nomads Magnetic Island - Hostel like?
Nomads Magnetic Island - Hostel is located on the waterfront, a short 1-minute walk from Magnetic Island National Park and 19 minutes' walk from Magnetic Island Golf Course.

Reviews

8.0

Very good

6.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Poor

Cheap as if you don’t get Covid or hepatitis you done well
Taris, 1-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review

4/10 Fair

Too much like a Disco, than a peaceful Hostel
Barry, 5-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent venue with great views and beach access
Brodie, 1-night romance trip
Verified Wotif guest review

8/10 Very good

Alexander, 2-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review

8/10 Very good

Overall enjoyed my stay, did not enjoy the loud music till midnight on a weekday.
dahabo, 2-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Michael, 2-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

1-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review

8/10 Very good

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.
Gemma, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

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.
1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Alyssa, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review