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Top 5 hotels in Nelly Bay at a glance

  1. Peppers Blue on Blue — 4-star hotel in Nelly Bay. Guest rating: 8.8/10 — Excellent.
  2. Amaroo Rainforest Resort — 3-star hotel in Nelly Bay. Guest rating: 7.8/10 — Good.
  3. Grand Mercure Apartments Magnetic Island — 4-star hotel in Nelly Bay. Guest rating: 8.4/10 — Very Good.
  4. Absolute Waterfront Magnetic Island — 3.5-star hotel in Nelly Bay. Guest rating: 9.0/10 — Wonderful.
  5. Magnetic Glamping — 4-star hotel in Nelly Bay. Guest rating: 8.8/10 — Excellent.

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A clear swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by greenery and hills.
A dining area with tables and chairs, a view of boats, and a railing overlooking water.
A coastal marina with boats, a swimming pool, and residential buildings.
A marina with several boats docked in calm waters, a modern building with multiple floors and balconies, and a clear sky.

Peppers Blue on Blue

Peppers Blue on Blue
Nelly Bay
$186
$204 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 14 - Sep 15
Peppers Blue on Blue
A nighttime view of a pool area with a clear sky, stars, and a mountain in the background.
A compact kitchen with white cabinets, a black and white tiled backsplash, a microwave, and a small dining area with wicker chairs.
A room with two wicker chairs facing a large arched window overlooking a garden.
A bedroom with a bed, a ceiling fan, a window with curtains, and a view of greenery outside.

Amaroo Rainforest Resort

Amaroo Rainforest Resort
Nelly Bay
$114
$125 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 6 - Sep 7
Amaroo Rainforest Resort
A balcony with a table and chairs, overlooking a body of water and distant mountains.
A modern kitchen with a dining area, a sofa, and a large window with a view of palm trees.
A modern two-story house with a balcony, surrounded by greenery and rocks.
A modern kitchen with a dining area, large windows, and a view of the ocean.

Grand Mercure Apartments Magnetic Island

Grand Mercure Apartments Magnetic Island
Nelly Bay
$228
$251 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Grand Mercure Apartments Magnetic Island
A balcony with wicker furniture, a glass railing, and a view of a marina with boats and hills in the background.
A bed with white and dark blue pillows, a wooden headboard, and a window with a view of palm trees and mountains.
A swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by lounge chairs and umbrellas, and adjacent to multi-story buildings.
A marina with boats docked, a building with a white roof, and a mountainous backdrop.

Absolute Waterfront Magnetic Island

Absolute Waterfront Magnetic Island
Nelly Bay
$169
$244 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 15 - Sep 16
Absolute Waterfront Magnetic Island
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a ceiling fan, and a view of an outdoor pool area.
A resort with outdoor seating areas, a pool, and a lush forest backdrop.
A pool area with a covered seating area and a fenced garden.
A tented room with a bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a ceiling fan, and a wardrobe.

Magnetic Glamping

Magnetic Glamping
Nelly Bay
$317
$348 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Magnetic Glamping
A beachfront property with a wooden structure, a balcony, and a view of the ocean and hills.
A beachfront accommodation with a wooden structure, a deck, and a view of the sea and mountains.
A wooden pathway leading to a building with a sloped roof, surrounded by tropical vegetation and palm trees.
A pool area with lounge chairs and palm trees, overlooking a clear blue sea.

Nomads Magnetic Island - Hostel

Nomads Magnetic Island - Hostel
Nelly Bay
$190
$209 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 4 - Sep 5
Nomads Magnetic Island - Hostel
A two-story house with a covered porch, surrounded by lush tropical vegetation and a stone retaining wall.
A wooden deck with a table and chairs, surrounded by a green lattice fence and palm trees.
A coastal landscape with a beach, rocky shoreline, and forested hills.
A spacious living room with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a bookshelf.

True North Bed & Breakfast

True North Bed & Breakfast
Horseshoe Bay
$138
$152 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 9 - Sep 10
True North Bed & Breakfast
A pool area with lounge chairs, a fountain, and palm trees at dusk.
A large building with solar panels, surrounded by palm trees and a view of the ocean.
A pool area with a bridge, lounge chairs, and tropical plants.
A lush tropical garden with palm trees, a small waterfall, and outdoor seating areas.

Seahaven Resort

Seahaven Resort
Belgian Gardens
$105
$115 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Seahaven Resort
A pool area with a hot tub, lounge chairs, and umbrellas. There are palm trees and a building with a bar area in the background.
A modern outdoor area with a glass-enclosed structure, seating areas, and a pool.
A table set for dining with a clear view of the ocean and palm trees in the background.
A modern mobile home with a covered porch, a small outdoor seating area, and a well-maintained lawn.

Mercure Townsville

Mercure Townsville
Currajong
$103
$113 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 6 - Sep 7
Mercure Townsville
A row of small, single-story cabins with blue railings and orange roofs, situated on a gravel road with a palm tree in the foreground.
A compact room with a bed, a sofa, a small kitchen area, and a view through a door.
A modern kitchen with dark cabinets, a glass dining table, and a grey sofa.
A two-story mobile home with a porch and a small deck, surrounded by greenery and a clear sky.

BIG4 Tasman Holiday Parks - Rowes Bay

BIG4 Tasman Holiday Parks - Rowes Bay
Belgian Gardens
$97
$97 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
BIG4 Tasman Holiday Parks - Rowes Bay
A hotel room with two beds, a large window with curtains, a wall-mounted air conditioner, and a large abstract painting.
A bar area with a counter, shelves of liquor bottles, and a sign for live bands.
A bar area with a wooden counter, framed pictures, and a neon sign.
A reception desk with a wooden finish, a wall-mounted sign reading "Nightcap Hotels", and a potted plant hanging from the ceiling.

Nightcap at Dalrymple Hotel

Nightcap at Dalrymple Hotel
Garbutt
$97
$107 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 6 - Sep 7
Nightcap at Dalrymple Hotel
A beach with a palm tree and boats on the sand.
A motel with a swimming pool, a covered patio, and a sign indicating handicap parking.
A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a TV mounted on the wall, and a balcony with a view of palm trees and parked cars.
A swimming pool with a fence and palm trees in the background.

Shoredrive Motel

Shoredrive Motel
North Ward
$88
$97 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Shoredrive Motel
A modern hotel with an outdoor seating area and a covered patio.
The Vale Hotel with Pokies Steakhouse signage, modern architecture, and a landscaped entrance.
A restaurant with tables and chairs, a bar area with bottles, and a counter.
A play area with colorful slides and a gumball machine.

Vale Hotel

Vale Hotel
Aitkenvale
$71
$78 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 6 - Sep 7
Vale Hotel
A modern house with a covered patio, a lawn, and a sunset sky.
A sandy beach path leading to the ocean, surrounded by wooden posts and chains.

Beachfront Home Townsville

Beachfront Home Townsville
Pallarenda
$348
$563 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Beachfront Home Townsville
A balcony with a table and chairs overlooking a beach and the ocean.
A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a kitchenette.
A hotel sign with "Aquarius on the Beach" and "Stay" indicating availability.
A coastal resort with a beach, a pier, and a tennis court.

Aquarius on the Beach

Aquarius on the Beach
North Ward
$110
$121 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Aquarius on the Beach
A hotel room with three beds, a flat-screen TV, and a sliding door closet.
A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a television, a microwave, and a refrigerator.
An outdoor patio with round tables and chairs, a pool in the background, and a brick wall.
A motel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a sign advertising a motor inn and restaurant.

Banjo Paterson Motor Inn

Banjo Paterson Motor Inn
Rosslea
$98
$107 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Banjo Paterson Motor Inn
A modern dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a bar area with stools, and large windows providing natural light.
A lobby with two elevators, a digital clock, a sign indicating the ground level, a self-service elevator button, and a vending machine.
A reception area with a blue counter, yellow chairs, and framed palm tree pictures on the wall.
A hotel with a sign reading "The Palmer Collective." It features multiple floors, a covered entrance, and a parking area with a white van and a car.

The Palmer Collective

The Palmer Collective
South Townsville
$116
$128 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 6 - Sep 7
The Palmer Collective
A poolside area with sun loungers and umbrellas, overlooking a calm sea with boats.
A multi-story hotel with the name "ORDO" prominently displayed on the facade. It features balconies on each floor, a central archway entrance, and is surrounded by palm trees.
A balcony with wicker furniture, a glass railing, and a view of the sea with boats.
A reception desk with a glass panel design, a potted plant, and the word "ARDO" on the wall.

Ardo

Ardo
Townsville
$179
$197 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 14 - Sep 15
Ardo
A person relaxing on a sun lounger with a bowl of fruit and a bottle of water.
A person in a patterned robe walking through a doorway with a view of a body of water and palm trees.
A man sitting on a couch in a room with a large window, a round wall clock, and a bed with a white bedspread.
A beachside view with a blue gazebo, palm trees, and a calm sea.

Victoria Street Boutique Hotel

Victoria Street Boutique Hotel
North Ward
$135
$148 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Victoria Street Boutique Hotel
A modern indoor pool area with lounge chairs, a pool table, and a seating area with a hat and sunglasses on a tray.
A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring balconies and a ground-level retail space.
A modern reception area with a curved counter, a flat-screen TV, and a decorative wall with a painting.
A modern hotel room with a dining area, a bed, and a kitchenette.

Grand Hotel and Apartments Townsville

Grand Hotel and Apartments Townsville
South Townsville
$119
$131 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 6 - Sep 7
Grand Hotel and Apartments Townsville
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A clear swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by greenery and hills.
A dining area with tables and chairs, a view of boats, and a railing overlooking water.
A coastal marina with boats, a swimming pool, and residential buildings.
A marina with several boats docked in calm waters, a modern building with multiple floors and balconies, and a clear sky.

Peppers Blue on Blue

Peppers Blue on Blue
Nelly Bay
$256
per night
$562 total
includes taxes & fees
Peppers Blue on Blue
A nighttime view of a pool area with a clear sky, stars, and a mountain in the background.
A compact kitchen with white cabinets, a black and white tiled backsplash, a microwave, and a small dining area with wicker chairs.
A room with two wicker chairs facing a large arched window overlooking a garden.
A bedroom with a bed, a ceiling fan, a window with curtains, and a view of greenery outside.

Amaroo Rainforest Resort

Amaroo Rainforest Resort
Nelly Bay
$114
per night
$251 total
includes taxes & fees
Amaroo Rainforest Resort
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a ceiling fan, and a view of an outdoor pool area.
A resort with outdoor seating areas, a pool, and a lush forest backdrop.
A pool area with a covered seating area and a fenced garden.
A tented room with a bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a ceiling fan, and a wardrobe.

Magnetic Glamping

Magnetic Glamping
Nelly Bay
$186
per night
$410 total
includes taxes & fees
Magnetic Glamping
A balcony with a table and chairs, overlooking a body of water and distant mountains.
A modern kitchen with a dining area, a sofa, and a large window with a view of palm trees.
A modern two-story house with a balcony, surrounded by greenery and rocks.
A modern kitchen with a dining area, large windows, and a view of the ocean.

Grand Mercure Apartments Magnetic Island

Grand Mercure Apartments Magnetic Island
Nelly Bay
$429
per night
$944 total
includes taxes & fees
Grand Mercure Apartments Magnetic Island
A wooden deck with lounge chairs and umbrellas, overlooking a pool and ocean view.
A coastal property with a wooden structure elevated on stilts, featuring a balcony and a view of the sea.
A beachfront property with a house featuring a balcony and a view of the beach and water.
A coastal hotel with a balcony, palm trees, and a rocky shoreline.

Base Backpackers Magnetic Island - Hostel

Base Backpackers Magnetic Island - Hostel
Nelly Bay
Base Backpackers Magnetic Island - Hostel

You can also stay at hotels with a pool in Nelly Bay

A clear swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by greenery and hills.
A dining area with tables and chairs, a view of boats, and a railing overlooking water.
A coastal marina with boats, a swimming pool, and residential buildings.
A marina with several boats docked in calm waters, a modern building with multiple floors and balconies, and a clear sky.

Peppers Blue on Blue

Peppers Blue on Blue
Nelly Bay
$186
$204 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 14 - Sep 15
Peppers Blue on Blue
A balcony with wicker furniture, a glass railing, and a view of a marina with boats and hills in the background.
A bed with white and dark blue pillows, a wooden headboard, and a window with a view of palm trees and mountains.
A swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by lounge chairs and umbrellas, and adjacent to multi-story buildings.
A marina with boats docked, a building with a white roof, and a mountainous backdrop.

Absolute Waterfront Magnetic Island

Absolute Waterfront Magnetic Island
Nelly Bay
$169
$244 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 15 - Sep 16
Absolute Waterfront Magnetic Island
A nighttime view of a pool area with a clear sky, stars, and a mountain in the background.
A compact kitchen with white cabinets, a black and white tiled backsplash, a microwave, and a small dining area with wicker chairs.
A room with two wicker chairs facing a large arched window overlooking a garden.
A bedroom with a bed, a ceiling fan, a window with curtains, and a view of greenery outside.

Amaroo Rainforest Resort

Amaroo Rainforest Resort
Nelly Bay
$114
$125 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 6 - Sep 7
Amaroo Rainforest Resort
A balcony with a table and chairs, overlooking a body of water and distant mountains.
A modern kitchen with a dining area, a sofa, and a large window with a view of palm trees.
A modern two-story house with a balcony, surrounded by greenery and rocks.
A modern kitchen with a dining area, large windows, and a view of the ocean.

Grand Mercure Apartments Magnetic Island

Grand Mercure Apartments Magnetic Island
Nelly Bay
$228
$251 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Grand Mercure Apartments Magnetic Island
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a ceiling fan, and a view of an outdoor pool area.
A resort with outdoor seating areas, a pool, and a lush forest backdrop.
A pool area with a covered seating area and a fenced garden.
A tented room with a bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a ceiling fan, and a wardrobe.

Magnetic Glamping

Magnetic Glamping
Nelly Bay
$317
$348 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Magnetic Glamping
A beachfront property with a wooden structure, a balcony, and a view of the ocean and hills.
A beachfront accommodation with a wooden structure, a deck, and a view of the sea and mountains.
A wooden pathway leading to a building with a sloped roof, surrounded by tropical vegetation and palm trees.
A pool area with lounge chairs and palm trees, overlooking a clear blue sea.

Nomads Magnetic Island - Hostel

Nomads Magnetic Island - Hostel
Nelly Bay
$190
$209 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 4 - Sep 5
Nomads Magnetic Island - Hostel
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Top landmarks in Nelly Bay

Massage on Magnetic

8.6/10 (18 reviews)
If massages and hot tubs are your thing, you might want to pamper yourself at Massage on Magnetic located 0.5 mi (0.7 km) from central Nelly Bay. Hotels.com travelers also say the area is walkable and has lots of nice beaches.
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Nelly Bay Habitat Reserve

8.6/10 (24 reviews)
If you like the great outdoors, you might want to take time to explore Nelly Bay Habitat Reserve, located 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from central Nelly Bay. Want to stretch your legs some more? Head to Magnetic Island National Park and Magnetic Island Conservation Park 2, both nearby.
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Learn more about Nelly Bay

Notable for its waterfront, Nelly Bay features attractions such as Magnetic Island National Park and Nelly Bay Beach. This relaxing city has something for everyone including sights like Massage on Magnetic and Nelly Bay Habitat Reserve.

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

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Hotel Grand Chancellor Townsville

Hotel Grand Chancellor Townsville

10/10 Excellent
"Clean room. Staff eelcoming air conditoned, city view but would be lovely to have a balcony."
Rejieli 1-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Hotel Grand Chancellor Townsville
Amaroo Rainforest Resort

Amaroo Rainforest Resort

10/10 Excellent
"Really loved our stay there would definitely come back! Thanks for having us! Only negative was the restaurant on site did r open on the Thursday as stated and then the Friday had a completely different menu item."
Korrie 4-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Amaroo Rainforest Resort
Aquarius on the Beach

Aquarius on the Beach

8/10 Good
"Great location, fantastic view and room had all the essential amenities. Lovely and clean. Easy and pretty walk along g beach to ferry for magnetic island. Only complaint was tried to purchase laundry detergent and machine gobbled up coins with no product. When I explained this to reception, they said not their problem with no offer of refund or detergent."
Richard 2-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Aquarius on the Beach
Grand Hotel and Apartments Townsville

Grand Hotel and Apartments Townsville

10/10 Excellent
"Clean room, comfortable bed, good bathroom, good facilities no heating"
CORRINNA 1-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Grand Hotel and Apartments Townsville
Peppers Blue on Blue

Peppers Blue on Blue

10/10 Excellent
"Friendly staff, convenient location, spacious rooms. Great stay!"
Virginie 4-night trip
Posted 7 days ago
Peppers Blue on Blue
Island Leisure Resort

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."
Craig 2-night trip
Posted 13 days ago
Island Leisure Resort
Magnetic Glamping

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. "
Susan 1-night trip
Posted 1 month ago
Magnetic Glamping
Nomads Magnetic Island - Hostel

Nomads Magnetic Island - Hostel

10/10 Excellent
"Friendly staff and amazing views !!"
Evyenia 6-night trip
Posted 2 months ago
Nomads Magnetic Island - Hostel

Frequently asked questions

What accommodations do travelers like in Nelly Bay?
Guests like Peppers Blue on Blue, Grand Mercure Apartments Magnetic Island and Amaroo Rainforest Resort.
Can I book a refundable hotel in Nelly Bay?
If you want the flexibility to change your travel plans to Nelly Bay, most hotels provide refundable* rates you can book. You can see these accommodations by searching our site and using the "fully refundable" filter to narrow down the results.
Where can I stay in Nelly Bay if I want a vacation home instead of a traditional hotel?
If you're looking for a good alternative to a hotel, browse our selection of 51 vacation homes. In addition, there are 92 apartments and 6 condos.
What will the weather in Nelly Bay be like during my vacation?
The warmest months in Nelly Bay are usually December and January with an average temp of 80°F. July and August are the chilliest months when the average temp is 68°F. The rainiest months are January and February.
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