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1. Peppers Blue on Blue

Nelly Bay

Jason

€186

includes taxes & fees

3 Sept - 4 Sept

2. Amaroo Rainforest Resort

Nelly Bay

David

€107

includes taxes & fees

24 Aug - 25 Aug

3. Absolute Waterfront Magnetic Island

Nelly Bay

David

€207

includes taxes & fees

15 Sept - 16 Sept

3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Ocean Front Apartment | Terrace/patio

4 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Espresso maker, full-sized fridge, microwave, oven

4. Grand Mercure Apartments Magnetic Island

Nelly Bay

Jim

€214

includes taxes & fees

25 Aug - 26 Aug

Superior Double or Twin Room (Tent 7) | Living area

Superior Double or Twin Room (Tent 7) | Private kitchen

5. Magnetic Glamping

Nelly Bay

Susan

€199

includes taxes & fees

21 Aug - 22 Aug

Standard Room, Shared Bathroom, Ocean View

6. Nomads Magnetic Island - Hostel

Nelly Bay

Evyenia

€203

includes taxes & fees

25 Aug - 26 Aug

7. True North Bed & Breakfast

Horseshoe Bay

"Wonderful B&B located a very short walk from Horseshoe Bay and right by the bus stop linking you to the other bays. The room was spacious and well equipped with a lovely balcony from which we enjoyed the lovely breakfast while watching the wallabies and bird life... There is a lovely pool to cool off in and a shared kitchen if you need to cook in (there aren't many options for dinner in the evening)"

Christopher

€129

includes taxes & fees

3 Sept - 4 Sept

8. Seahaven Resort

Belgian Gardens

Mallison

€98

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

9. Victoria Street Boutique Hotel

North Ward

Christine

€97

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

10. Mercure Townsville

Currajong

David

€98

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

11. Hotel Allen

North Ward

Nola

€100

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

Outdoor pool, free pool cabanas, pool umbrellas

12. Rambutan Resort

Townsville

Christopher

€78

includes taxes & fees

10 Sept - 11 Sept

2 Bedroom Deluxe Villa (2BR) | In-room dining

Oceanview Villa (Studio) | Beach/ocean view

13. BIG4 Tasman Holiday Parks - Rowes Bay

Belgian Gardens

Wendy

€83

includes taxes & fees

3 Sept - 4 Sept

14. Aquarius on the Beach

North Ward

Chris

€104

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

15. Beach House Motel

North Ward

Simon

€94

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

Premium Studio, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (Premium Ocean View Suite)

16. Shoredrive Motel

North Ward

Cliff

€85

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

17. Ardo

Townsville

Veronica

€198

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

Outdoor pool, open 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool loungers

18. The Palmer Collective

South Townsville

Karen

€103

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

19. Nightcap at Dalrymple Hotel

Garbutt

Gary

€83

includes taxes & fees

24 Aug - 25 Aug

Senior Apartment, Ocean View | Living area

Family Townhome, Courtyard View | View from room

20. QCWA Kissing Point Units

North Ward

Kelly

€136

includes taxes & fees

24 Aug - 25 Aug

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Stay near popular Nelly Bay attractions

Massage on Magnetic

8.6/10 (18 reviews)

You can take time to visit Massage on Magnetic during your travels to Nelly Bay. Visit the top-notch restaurants or charming cafes in this walkable area.

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Nelly Bay Habitat Reserve

8.6/10 (24 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Nelly Bay Habitat Reserve, a lovely green space in Nelly Bay. Wander the marina in this relaxing area.

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Learn more about Nelly Bay

Nestled on Magnetic Island, this tranquil bay invites visitors to explore its pristine beach and nearby national park trails. Snorkel the clear waters before heading to Bungalow Bay Koala Wildlife Park where you'll encounter Australia's beloved marsupials up close.

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A marina with boats docked, a building with multiple balconies, and a mountainous backdrop.

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Mercure Townsville

8/10 Good

"Room was clean. Door handle was loose but fixable. AC unit was noisy but bed was comfy. Good shower, good food, hot shower. Friendly staff all around. Pool was relaxing."

Island Leisure Resort

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely and clean. Very close to the ferry (by car in 1 or 2 minutes). Friendly staff. Great wifi and beautiful pool area. Free pool table and great ganes room. Lovely setting. The rooms are very open and spacious."

Hotel Grand Chancellor Townsville

8/10 Good

"Central location, easy walk to The Strand or Countrybank Stadium. Great views from rooftop pool. Luckily we rang in advance to book parking, which is next to property"

Dacha Prestige

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful and spacious with every comfort and a great view."

Magnetic Glamping

8/10 Good

"Enjoyed the experience . Bring some milk for coffee and tea and some board games or cards if you’re staying in during the day. Pool looked lovely but didn’t get in. "

1 Bright Point Apartment 2303

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent apartment, great facilities, right near the ferry and IGA. Booking easy but communication with host could be improved. Initially we were told they had double booked and no other apartment available. We were advised thru a third party. That was sorted thankfully with the host. Their error. Check in we had a miscommunication and the phone number provided took us to an Ai then a third party. Never to the place where we picked up our keys. Ended up walking down and issue promptly resolved. Very helpful in person. Would stay again."

Nomads Magnetic Island - Hostel

10/10 Excellent

"Friendly staff and amazing views !!"

13 Sextant Drive

10/10 Excellent

"Our stay was everything we had hoped for. A nice quirky house with excellent outside areas. A few minutes walk down to the sea front, a quite and relaxing area with a huge back garden for our three dogs to run around in. An excellent wood fired pizza stand at the bottom of the road (Thu, Fri and Sat) and easy access to the main road to start your adventures. The kitchen is pretty new with a brand new dishwasher. All the crockery, pots, pans and cooking utensils are provided. Nice comfortable beds which made our stay even better. We highly recommend this house and we will return again in the future."

Standard Twin Studio Apartment

10/10 Excellent

"A charming rarity, set in beautiful tropical gardens with glimpses of rock wallabies and bush stone curlews a plenty. The room was spacious, super clean and very comfortable. A large guest swimming pool was an extra bonus, too. Communication with the host was great. The accommodation was accessible by an easy walk during the day or a 2 minute trip on the local bus day or night, which runs on a regular timetable."

More cheap stays in Nelly Bay

Upper Ross Hotel

1209 Riverway Drive Rasmussen QLD

€54

23 Aug - 24 Aug

includes taxes & fees

Cascade Motel In Townsville

100 Bowen Road Rosslea QLD

€85

25 Aug - 26 Aug

includes taxes & fees

Summit Motel

6 Victoria Street Townsville QLD

€93

21 Aug - 22 Aug

includes taxes & fees

BIG4 Townsville Gateway Holiday Park

88 Minehane Street Cluden QLD

€94

12 Sept - 13 Sept

includes taxes & fees

8.2/10 Very good! (28 reviews)

Civic Guest House - Hostel

262 Walker Street Townsville QLD

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8.8/10 Excellent! (165 reviews)

Spanish Lace Motor Inn

106-108 Bowen Rd Rosslea QLD

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8/10 Very good! (2 reviews)

Frequently asked questions

What's the best place to stay in Nelly Bay?

Peppers Blue on Blue is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data. This hotel offers a marina and 2 outdoor pools. Other good choices for your trip include Grand Mercure Apartments Magnetic Island and Amaroo Rainforest Resort. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Nelly Bay.

What are some of the best holiday rentals that Nelly Bay has to offer?

Dacha Prestige: This highly rated holiday home rental in Nelly Bay offers an outdoor pool, a balcony and air conditioning to help you feel perfectly comfortable in your new surroundings. It has 6 bedrooms, as well as a kitchen with a dishwasher, a fridge and a stovetop, so that you can cook with friends or family. Other favourite homes for rent in Nelly Bay are NEW! Dacha #2. First Class Luxury Waterfront Villa and 13 Sextant Drive. See all vacation rentals in Nelly Bay.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Nelly Bay, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of check in. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Nelly Bay.

What's the best accommodation for a budget-friendly stay in Nelly Bay?

Based on our traveller reviews, Nomads Magnetic Island - Hostel is a top choice for a less expensive stay. View all budget hotels in Nelly Bay.

What are some accommodation options with pools in Nelly Bay?

Peppers Blue on Blue: Features a full-service spa, 2 outdoor swimming pools and free self parking. Grand Mercure Apartments Magnetic Island and Amaroo Rainforest Resort are two additional hotels that feature an on-site pool. View all hotels with pools in Nelly Bay.

What is the best spa hotel in Nelly Bay?

Peppers Blue on Blue is a top spa hotel featuring a bar and a restaurant. Enjoy a massage at Balance Beauty & Massage. Another popular spa hotel in Nelly Bay is Magnetic Blue Waterfront Apartments. See all spa hotels in Nelly Bay.

What's it like staying in Nelly Bay?

Visitors to Nelly Bay will definitely enjoy the marina. Tourists can also enjoy the city's spas and coffee shops. In Nelly Bay, there are 190 hotels and other accommodation options to choose from. Find out more about Nelly Bay.

What should I see while I'm in Nelly Bay?

Natural beauty is on display at Magnetic Island National Park, Nelly Bay Beach and Nelly Bay Habitat Reserve. Additionally, you might want to add Massage on Magnetic to your itinerary. Take a look at what more there is to see and do in Expedia's Nelly Bay guide.

What's the weather like in Nelly Bay?

The hottest months are usually December and January, with an average temperature of 27°C, while the coldest months are July and August, with an average of 20°C. The rainiest months in Nelly Bay are January, February, March and December, with each month seeing an average of 233 mm of rainfall.

Nelly Bay Hotels

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Our top choices for Nelly Bay hotels

1. Peppers Blue on Blue

2. Amaroo Rainforest Resort

3. Absolute Waterfront Magnetic Island

4. Grand Mercure Apartments Magnetic Island

5. Magnetic Glamping

6. Nomads Magnetic Island - Hostel

7. True North Bed & Breakfast

8. Seahaven Resort

9. Victoria Street Boutique Hotel

10. Mercure Townsville

11. Hotel Allen

12. Rambutan Resort

13. BIG4 Tasman Holiday Parks - Rowes Bay

14. Aquarius on the Beach

15. Beach House Motel

16. Shoredrive Motel

17. Ardo

18. The Palmer Collective

19. Nightcap at Dalrymple Hotel

20. QCWA Kissing Point Units

Stay near popular Nelly Bay attractions

Massage on Magnetic

Nelly Bay Habitat Reserve

Learn more about Nelly Bay

Top Nelly Bay Hotel Reviews

Mercure Townsville

Island Leisure Resort

Hotel Grand Chancellor Townsville

Dacha Prestige

Magnetic Glamping

1 Bright Point Apartment 2303

Nomads Magnetic Island - Hostel

13 Sextant Drive

Standard Twin Studio Apartment

More cheap stays in Nelly Bay

Upper Ross Hotel

Cascade Motel In Townsville

Summit Motel

BIG4 Townsville Gateway Holiday Park

Civic Guest House - Hostel

Spanish Lace Motor Inn

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