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The tour desk provide Magnetic Island maps, help book Great Barrier Reef tours, Museum of Underwater Art diving and snorkelling trips and local tours experiencing the fringing reef and land based adventures.

One of the best hostels I’ve ever stayed in! The common area is amazing and there are some theme evenings like 70s or Salsa dance lessons. There was also a sunrise hike in the morning. It also feels more like a camping resort because of the tiny houses which are really nice and comfortable. Can definitely recommend it!

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8.5
Very Good
1,049 reviews
Price from
GEL 138
per night

Nomads Magnetic Island hostel is situated on the beach of Magnetic Island, only 20-minutes by ferry from Townsville.

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.

Amazing place! Hostel located by the beach, in small chalets hanging of the cliffs, beautiful views, nice, helpful staff, welcome drink as a nice surprise :)

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7.7
Good
886 reviews
Price from
GEL 88
per night

Featuring free WiFi, a year-round swimming pool and a barbecue, CStay is located on Magnetic Island in Picnic Bay, 9 km from Townsville.

Rooms come with a shared bathroom.

You will find a shared kitchen at the property.

Staff was the best, Louie dog <3, atmosphere, everything!

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8.1
Very Good
296 reviews

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Budget travelers know there's no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: Save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a little more.
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Hostels that guests love in Horseshoe Bay

  • Avg. price/night: GEL 312.20
    8.5
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    Everything was great, I absolutely loved it. Best hostel in Australia!!!
    Wernick
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: GEL 312.20
    8.5
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    Great location opposite a bus stop so you can get around easily, lovely bar and pool area and we would recommend the animal tour to meet all of the cute animals at the hostel! The rooms are small but have all we needed including a fridge, and a good sized kitchen and eating area.
    Charles Pelling
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: GEL 312.20
    8.5
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    Lovely location - close to Horseshoe Bay. This is definitely the best hostel option on the island. The private cabins are small but nicely furnished with a double bed, side tables and mini fridge.
    Ali
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: GEL 312.20
    8.5
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    For a hostel, this is incredible! Absolutely loved our stay, the staff, facilities, cleanliness and vibes were spot on. It was in a great location, with a bus stop right out the front but also the beach in a walkable distance. The pool area was perfect to lounge at with a drink in hand.
    Bronte
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: GEL 312.20
    8.5
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    The location was amazing. The whole hostel had a very chilled out vibe always felt safe and never had any problems
    Robyn
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: GEL 312.20
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
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    In my opinion Horseshoe Bay is the nicest part of the island and Selina is so close by. Lovely beach, good bus service and a couple of really nice cafes and restaurants on the sea front. Selina Magnetic Island itself is the best hostel I've stayed at anywhere in the world. Great facilities and rooms, brilliant setting, good food, great staff and activities on offer. Really enjoyed my time there and would return and recommend to anyone.
    Alex T-M
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: GEL 312.20
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,049 reviews
    One of the best hostels I’ve ever stayed in! The common area is amazing and there are some theme evenings like 70s or Salsa dance lessons. There was also a sunrise hike in the morning. It also feels more like a camping resort because of the tiny houses which are really nice and comfortable. Can definitely recommend it!
    Alexa
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: GEL 312.20
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,049 reviews
    Amazing hostel, great facilities, cheap bar and cafe area, comfortable rooms
    Alexandra
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: GEL 312.20
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
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    Rated very good
     · 1,049 reviews
    Best hostel I’ve ever stayed in!!! Incredible vibes from the chill reception area, the natural pool surrounded by hammocks, to the lighted walkways over a stream. I wish I had spent more time chilling at this awesome hostel. Dorm Cabins had bathrooms, lockers, and plugs for each bed. Everything was really clean
    C
    Carolime
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: GEL 312.20
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
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    Great location at horseshoe bay. Chilled vibes, friendly staff, nice layout of the premises with pool and individual huts as rooms. Dorms cleaner than most hostels and bug free.
    Rebecca
    Solo traveler
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