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Nomads Magnetic Island hostel is situated on the beach of Magnetic Island, only 20-minutes by ferry from Townsville. The dorm and private double rooms are cleaned daily, with all beds made with fresh clean linen. The Magnetic Island hostel facilities and features include bar, barbecue facilities, bicycle hire, and a game room with billiards and foosball. There are nightly bar activities and no curfew/lockout. The Nomads Magnetic Island Full Moon parties are held monthly with local and International DJ's on the decks. The passenger ferry leaves from Townsville to Magnetic Island 12 to 19 times a day.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.8 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.5)

Free parking available on-site


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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.5
Facilities
7.1
Cleanliness
7.1
Comfort
7.1
Value for money
7.5
Location
8.5
Free WiFi
7.1
Low score for Nelly Bay
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Megan
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    + Beautiful resort and location + Great pool and bar facilities + Plenty of showers/ toilets
  • Molly
    United States United States
    Loved the location, absolutely stunning. The view from the bed made me want to spend the entire time in my cabin. Though the facilities are super fun.
  • Emma
    Australia Australia
    The venue is great. Awesome entertainment (Friday night trivia & Saturday night live DJ), amazing happy hour, food is good and reasonably priced. Loved the ocean view from our private villa!
  • Akash
    Australia Australia
    The room view was excellent, overall it was great value for money
  • Maxine
    Australia Australia
    Great location right by the beach, not too far from grocery stores, pretty surrounding and wild life. Planned events to keep visitors busy, good food and water refill.
  • Joel
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Great location by the beach. Feels like an exclusive resort.
  • Oliwia
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Comfortable, social, relatively clean, close to amazing viewpoints and bus stop.
  • Evangelina
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Staff were very helpful, great location. Close to buses. Great social area with activities!
  • Weston
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The location is incredible, staff super friendly and good evening activities
  • Secciani
    Italy Italy
    It was an amazing stay in Nomads during the past 2 days. The staff is very kind and the venue is spectacular, in front of the sea with many facilities to relax and share the time with other people. I really recommend anyone this place for a...

Property questions and answers
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  • What's the best way to arrive to the acco from TSV? What's the latest by which we have to check out in the mrng? can it be extended until lunchtime?

    The easiest way to get to the island is by Boat, You can find the most recent timetable by visiting searching sealink magnetic island as this changes ..
    Answered on 24 December 2020
  • Do you offer luggage/baggage storage?

    Yes we do offer a free baggage storage before and after check in/out.
    Answered on 10 July 2022
  • Hi - does ensuite double room overlook the water ?

    Yes, all our private rooms are overlooking the water.
    Answered on 10 July 2022
  • What number is the bungalow at the very end overlooking the water

    We have several rooms that overlook the water. However the rooms with a balcony right on the rocks are all private rooms.
    Answered on 4 April 2022
  • Is there parking near by if we rent a car ?

    There is parking out the front of the Hostel.
    Answered on 24 September 2022
  • do you have a private twin Room? if so, how much would it cost?

    We do have a private room with twin beds. This room does not have an ensuite but it is close by to the shared facilities
    Answered on 29 July 2024
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Property surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • The Island Bar
    • Cuisine
      Australian
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner • Cocktail hour
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free

Facilities of Nomads Magnetic Island

Most popular facilities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Restaurant
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Beachfront
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Toilet
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
View
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Beachfront
  • Sun terrace
  • Balcony
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Activities
  • Live music/performance
  • Happy hour
  • Beach
  • Evening entertainment
  • Nightclub/DJ
  • Entertainment staff
  • Snorkelling
    Additional charge
  • Diving
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Fishing
    Off-site
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • ATM/cash machine on site
  • Luggage storage
  • Fax/photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Car hire
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key access
General
  • Adult only
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking rooms
Outdoor swimming pool
  • Pool/beach towels
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
Wellness
  • Sun umbrellas
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
Languages spoken
  • English

House rules
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Check-in
From 15:00 to 23:30
Check-out
From 07:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cards accepted at this property
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FAQs about Nomads Magnetic Island

  • Nomads Magnetic Island offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Hiking
    • Snorkelling
    • Diving
    • Fishing
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Beachfront
    • Evening entertainment
    • Nightclub/DJ
    • Happy hour
    • Entertainment staff
    • Beach
    • Live music/performance
    • Swimming Pool

  • Nomads Magnetic Island has 1 restaurant:

    • The Island Bar

  • The prices at Nomads Magnetic Island may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Nomads Magnetic Island is 1.1 miles from the centre of Nelly Bay. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The nearest beach is just 50 yards from Nomads Magnetic Island. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Check-in at Nomads Magnetic Island is from 15:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.