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Nomads Magnetic Island - Hostel

Property class: 2

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Located close to Horseshoe Bay Beach and Radical Bay, Nomads Magnetic Island - Hostel provides a nightclub, a garden, and laundry facilities. Active travelers can enjoy cycling at this hostel. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. In addition to car rentals on site and a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices).

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
The current price is ₩303,648
₩334,013 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 20 - Aug 21

Room options

View all photos for Dormitory Room - 6 Beds

A dormitory room with bunk beds, a window with a view of palm trees, and a door leading outside.

Dormitory Room - 6 Beds

  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Private - Double - Ocean View - Ensuite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Bed in 6-Bed Shared Dormitory

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Dormitory Room - 8 Beds

A dormitory room with bunk beds, a window with a view of palm trees, and a door leading outside.

Dormitory Room - 8 Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

A small blue house surrounded by lush greenery and red flowers.

Shared Dormitory, Women only - 6 Beds

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

A bedroom with a bed, a blue towel, a wooden door, and a white shelf unit.

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

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Bed in 8-Bed Shared Dormitory

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi
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About the neighborhood

Located in Nelly Bay, Nomads Magnetic Island - Hostel is on the waterfront. Travelers 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. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and hiking/biking trails nearby. Visit our Nelly Bay travel guide
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Map
1 Nelly Bay Road, Nelly Bay, QLD, 4819

What's nearby

  • A white sailboat on a turquoise sea with rocky shores and green vegetation.
    Magnetic Island National Park
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • A coastal landscape with a sandy beach, dense green forest, and a clear blue sea.
    Nelly Bay Beach
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Nelly Bay Habitat Reserve
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Massage on Magnetic
    20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Magnetic Island Golf Course
    1 min drive - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Townsville Station
    37 min drive
  • Townsville, QLD (TSV)
    48 min drive

Restaurants

  • Hotel Allen
    36 min drive
  • McDonald's
    37 min drive
  • Tobruk Kiosk
    37 min drive
  • Watermark Townsville
    37 min drive
  • The Pier
    37 min drive

About this property

Nomads Magnetic Island - Hostel

  • Hostel by the sea
  • Located close to Horseshoe Bay Beach and Radical Bay, Nomads Magnetic Island - Hostel provides a nightclub, a garden, and laundry facilities. Adventurous travelers may like the cycling at this hostel. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices), and guests can find other amenities such as car rentals on site and a bar.
  • You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
    • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers
    • Free self parking
    • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), bike rentals, and RV/bus/truck parking
    • Motorized watercraft on site, ATM/banking services, and tour/ticket assistance
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms at Nomads Magnetic Island - Hostel boast comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
  • More 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 transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck 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 motorized watercraft

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the bay
  • 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 elevator
  • 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 available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

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

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 alternate location: [Please see our Bar staff for late check-in]
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette 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

Frequently asked questions

Does Nomads Magnetic Island - Hostel have a pool?

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

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

As of Aug 19, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Nomads Magnetic Island - Hostel on Aug 20, 2026 start from ₩303,648, excluding 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?

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?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Nomads Magnetic Island - Hostel located?

Situated on the waterfront, this hostel is 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).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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