Where to Stay
CStay Holiday Accommodation
Welcome to affordable holiday accommodation on magnificent Magnetic Island, just eight kilometres offshore from the city of Townsville, Queensland, Australia. If you want to party hard, CStay is not what you're looking for. CStay is not your luxurious resort with all the trimmings. Nor is it your low budget, no frills back-packers accommodation. CStay sits very comfortably right in between. CStay offers 16 private rooms and a 6 bed female dorm in a guest house style establishment with renovated shared facilities. Rooms are either double or twin with air-conditioning and bar fridge. Explore the island during the day and make new friends with like-minded people at night as you cook up a feast of local delicacies in the fully-appointed communal kitchen. Enjoy your creations next to the sparkling pool and barbecue area. However, if you're looking for peace, quiet, clean, affordable accommodation, and a base from where to explore the mysteries and treasures of Magnetic Island, you've just found your home away from home.
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Tropical Palms Resort and 4WD Hire
Tropical Palms Resort offers 12 studio rooms. Choose from a standard queen room or a twin room which can sleep three. Located in beautiful Picnic Bay on Magnetic Island. Tropical Palms Resort is just a 100 meter walk to the Picnic Bay Jetty, safe swimming beach, Picnic Bay Hotel and other restaurants. It is also only a short walk to the famous Magnetic Island Golf Course. All rooms are self-contained with kitchenette, air-conditioning, television, DVD players and en suite bathrooms. There is a swimming pool, barbecue and Al fresco dining area. Tropical Palms Four Wheel Drive Hire offers modern, well maintained, air-conditioned four wheel drive cars to explore Magnetic Island, including the more secluded, beautiful bays. House guests receive a discount on car hire. All island tours and attractions are arranged from reception. Discounted package deals are available, including room, car hire and ferry transfers.
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Amaroo On Mandalay
Amaroo On Mandalay is the perfect place for a relaxing getaway, located just eight kilometres off Townsville, on picturesque Magnetic Island. The resort is surrounded on 2 sides by Magnetic Island National Park, sits on an area of 10 acres, has a large Magnesium Salt Pool, Wading Pool, restaurant and bar, function/conference rooms, tennis courts, gym, barbeque area and playground.
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1 Bright Point Apartment 1307
Open your balcony doors and let the sights, sounds, and fresh air of the beautiful Coral Sea embrace you as you relax on your private balcony. Perfect for that romantic getaway, or simply some time out to read a book and enjoy the stunning pools which have amazing views of the Coral Sea. Beautifully renovated and decorated throughout, 1 Bright Point Apartment 1307 is a great location to relax and enjoy your Magnetic Island escape. For your comfort and convenience, this freshly renovated 2 Bedroom apartment features 2 bathrooms with a bath in the Master bedroom, ducted air-conditioning, flat screen TV, tea-making facilities, a full kitchen, full-size fridge, washing machine and dryer plus an outdoor dining area, and Wifi. One Bright Point Apartments features 4 swimming pools including a stunning infinity pool, lap pool, and rooftop pool. A fitness room and BBQ area are located near the pool. The location is perfect, just a 5-minute walk from the ferry terminal with local shops, cafes, and IGA supermarket all close by for your convenience. Buses and taxis are only 5 mins away. Property specific note : Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian. Schoolies or School leavers will not be accepted.
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1 Bright Point Apartment 1312
Apartment 1312 is absolutely gorgeous, on the 3rd floor of the Bright Point complex fitted out with on-trend minimalist decor and boasting sneaky water views. A recent complete renovation means there is a brand new kitchen, bathrooms and lounge furniture just waiting for you to enjoy. The apartment has been thoughtfully set up to make your stay as enjoyable and relaxed as possible, from the kitchen being fully stocked with essentials to a picnic backpack for you to use and an exchange library available. Living and Entertainment Space: Entry to this modern and bright apartment is via the beach room, where you can leave the sandy shoes so your home stays clean and comfortable for your stay. The spacious living area is completely open plan creating great interaction between lounge, dining, kitchen and balcony. The communal space at Bright Point Apartments is unbeatable - 4 pools, including 2 infinity pools, a pool and spa, and a rooftop pool. The large rooftop pool is the closest to Apartment 1312 and has a sunshade, sun lounges and absolutely sensational view over the island coastline. There is also a BBQ area nearby and a gym for guest use.
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1 Bright Point Apartment 1401
Apartment 1401 features two bedrooms and two bathrooms. This apartment is located near the roof top pool where views across Nelly Bay and Cape Cleveland can be enjoyed and a family BBQ can be enjoyed as you watch the sun settle in the west. Apartment 1401 is well positioned within the 1 Bright Point complex with views where you can appreciate the rugged granite tree-lined ridge of Nelly Bay and the Coral Sea between the shoreline and mainland Townsville. This well appointed apartment features a queen bed and en suite in the main bedroom, with the second bedroom can accommodate three children in single beds making this the perfect family apartment. The large living and dining area allows plenty of space to relax inside in air conditioned comfort, or you can let time pass you by while watching the boats leaving the Nelly Bay Harbour from your balcony. 1 Bright Point is well located with access to local shops and eateries, walking tracks, marina and local bus services.Guests at 1 Bright Point have access to 4 swimming pools as well as a small gym area. There are communal BBQ's close to the complex pools. Property specific note : Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian. Schoolies or School leavers will not be accepted.
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Beachside Magnetic Harbour Apartments
Beachside Magnetic Harbour holiday apartments are located on the Marina at Nelly Bay, Magnetic Island. With ocean, harbour and parkland views from these luxury two or three-bedroom apartments, you will be sure to have a happy and memorable holiday on this island paradise. Each Apartment has a Spa Bath, walk-in-robe and ensuite off the-Master Bedroom. Close to shops, restaurants, public transport and a short stroll from the ferry terminal.
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Blue on Blue Apartment 327
Blue on Blue Apartment 327 is well positioned on the 2nd level overlooking the marina and the surrounding Nelly Bay's majestic backdrop. This well-appointed apartment is midway within the resort complex, near the lagoon pool or the restaurant, bar, and day spa facilities. This is a great apartment for up to 6 guests in a great location close to Nelly Bay's many conveniences.
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Driftwood
Driftwood is a home with views across the Coral Sea to the horizon so you can savour a wonderful sunset moment. You can also take in the view of Townsville in the distance and the city lights in the evening and yet still feel a complete world away from everyone and everywhere else. This well-appointed home can comfortably accommodate six adults and four children within four bedrooms, each with an en suite and well-appointed with not only air-conditioning but great cross ventilation to take advantage of the natural air flow. Driftwood is part of the Magnetic Group's luxury property collection. This luxury, family holiday home has captured the true essence of feeling like the only place on a tropical island. Perfectly positioned on the sunset side of the Headland to capture a commanding view across the water, Driftwood is set on the most secluded and peaceful area of beautiful Nobby Headland amongst Magnetic Island's granite boulders and natural bush. It offers you unparalleled quiet and privacy. There is also access to a small, secluded sandy bay below. Take the time to relax in the solar-heated infinity pool, enjoy a chilled sundowner and let yourself drift.
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Headland House
Headland House is a stunning family home and commands amazing views from Nobby Headland over Picnic Bay across the blue waters of the Coral Sea to Cape Cleveland and Townsville on the horizon. Surrounded by majestic hoop pines and granite boulders you will feel like you are the only family on Magnetic Island. This home is spectacular - you will appreciate every moment you are there and wonder how you will ever leave. Headland House is a landmark property on one of Magnetic Island's majestic granite headlands. You will feel a world away from everywhere else and believe you are the only people enjoying this piece of paradise. The timber decks offer wonderful space to embrace this location but every window holds a view that will enhance your Magnetic Island experience and holiday memory. This architecturally designed home is designed to allow versatility for those who would like to stay. This amazing location is available for a couple seeking a luxurious home without the need to book additional pavilions during their stay. The stunning pool is set surrounded by the unique Island features of hoop pines and granite boulders. You will feel suspended over Picnic Bay and yet with your own private track to the beachfront below it is only a two minute amble to the protected Picnic Bay beach and iconic jetty.
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Hidden Corner Magnetic Island
This is a hosted stay through Hipcamp, below is the information provided by the Host regarding their offering. Magnetic Island Private fully fenced 751 square metre block of land one kilometre to Horseshoe Bay beachfront. The perfect base to enjoy all the wonderful activities that Magnetic Island has to offer including swimming, bushwalking, birdwatching and wildlife spotting. Water and very limited electricity is available. There are no bathroom facilities so you need to be self contained. As the barge gets very busy, I suggest you book the barge before booking the site. Contact me and I am happy to hold the site for a short time while you make your barge booking.
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Island Leisure Resort
Island Leisure Resort is a small boutique resort. Their self-contained Polynesian bure-style units have a kitchen, air-conditioning, ceiling fans, television and outdoor dining patio. The resort is immersed in one acre of beautifully landscaped tropical gardens with a lagoon pool and spa. Other facilities include a full size tennis court, games room, snack bar, poolside barbecue area, guest laundry and library. Free wireless internet is available to resort guests. You can choose from Queen or Superior Queen Bures accommodating a maximum of two adults and Family Bures accommodating a maximum of two adults and two children (aged 5 -to 15 years). Ideally located in Nelly Bay, a 15 minute walk from the ferry terminal or jump on the island buses at the front of the ferry terminal (a small charge applies). Only 50 metres to the beach and five minutes walk to restaurants and shops. Limited taxis are available on Magnetic Island.
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Kooyong Apartment 7
The recently renovated iconic Kooyong Units have been transformed! This two bedroom apartment is fully self contained, air-conditioned and has free WiFi. The solar heated pool and BBQ area has also been renovated now providing a fantastic area for families and friends to enjoy. Kooyong Holiday Units are nestled amidst a tropical garden setting in Arcadia. There are eight units with one or two bedroom options and located only 100 metres from Alma Bay Beach. Stunning Alma Bay is a leisurely two minute stroll from Kooyong, where you'll find a sheltered swimming beach and park, favoured by tourists and locals alike.
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Kooyong Apartment 8
The recently renovated iconic Kooyong Units have been transformed! This 2 bedroom apartment is fully self contained, air-conditioned and has free WiFi. The solar heated pool and BBQ area has also been renovated now providing a fantastic area for families and friends to enjoy. Kooyong Holiday Units are nestled amidst a tropical garden setting in Arcadia. There are 8 units with 1 or 2 bedroom options and located only 100 metres from Alma Bay Beach.
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Kooyong Apartments
Magnetic Island's iconic Kooyong Units have recently been transformed and renovated. The one and two-bedroom apartments are fully self-contained, air-conditioned and have free wifi. The pool and bbq area have also been upgraded, providing a fantastic area for families and friends to enjoy. Kooyong Holiday Units are nestled amidst a tropical garden setting in Arcadia. There are eight units located only 100 metres from Alma Bay Beach in Arcadia, Magnetic Island.
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Lana's Cottage
Centrally located, delightful 3-bedroom, 1-bathroom island cottage offers an ideal family getaway with spacious bedrooms and alfresco entertaining in tropical surrounds. Just a short stroll to Alma Bay and Geoffrey Bay. Offering off-street parking, the home features a large patio overlooking a seasonal creek, an open plan kitchen, lounge and dining area, TV, DVD Player and fans throughout. Each bedroom and the lounge area is air-conditioned for your comfort. The front patio is equipped with a Weber BBQ, additional refrigerator, and a dining setting for 6. Linen is provided.
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Lemonade
Put a sparkle in your holiday at Lemonade, a newly renovated Island home close to Alma Bay. Includes quality furnishings, 2 air-conditioned bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen, rear deck with BBQ and a beautiful inground tropical pool! All this, plus free Wifi. Living and Entertainment The lounge has a large digital TV with free Wifi, DVD player and CD player. Ceiling fans throughout offer comfort. Holiday meals will be a breeze to prepare in this lovely kitchen which is fully equipped with a dishwasher, full size fridge/freezer, oven, cooktop and microwave. Large screened sliding doors off the dining area opens onto the outside entertainment area. A large rear timber deck overlooks the inground swimming pool and gazebo as well as the beautiful tropical gardens. The yard is fully enclosed.
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Little Butterfly
The perfect location for a private couples getaway in the popular Horseshoe Bay. Little Butterfly - the perfect private getaway for a couple on a quiet street in Horseshoe Bay. With all living areas and bedrooms looking out to views of the pool and tropical gardens you will quickly feel as relaxed and peaceful as the butterflies that come to visit. Entry to Little Butterfly is via the open plan kitchen and living area, with large doors opening the space up to the undercover dining area outside. The house is equipped with a smart TV and Wifi. Pack some coffee pods and enjoy a Nespresso coffee in the mornings.
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Lotus House
The decadent and luxurious Lotus House is set on an amazing absolute beachfront position, where you can walk off your deck onto the sand and down to the ocean's edge. This unique position allows you to gaze across the sparkling Coral Sea and islands to the north from many points in and around Lotus House. Lotus House is simply the ultimate in luxury holiday homes, with lush tropical gardens surrounding the home creating a wonderful tropical escape and assuring your privacy. Lotus House features three en suite bedrooms each with king or queen size beds, making it suitable for up to six guests. It is a fantastic property to share with family, friends or as a special private retreat for you and your partner. The abundance of living spaces both indoors and out, on multiple levels, mean all guests will find plenty of personal space to enjoy this spectacular holiday destination. The area is uninterrupted by roads, car parks, grassed reserves and crowds of tourists that front so many other beachfront holiday homes.
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Loyang Apartment 1
Fantastic value for money! This great unit is conveniently sized for a single or a couple and in a great, central location. It's just a 650 metres walk to either Alma Bay or Geoffrey Bay, with shops and restaurants nearby. The lovely, bright unit is air-conditioned and equipped with self-contained kitchen facilities including a full oven, fridge and microwave. The lounge area has a large, flat screen TV and a cosy dining table for two, plus breakfast bar seating. Take advantage of the complex facilities including a fabulous lagoon-style pool lined with palms and a BBQ area.
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Maggie Corner Farm
This is a hosted stay through Hipcamp, below is the information provided by the Host regarding their offering. Situated on Magnetic Island, surround by 75% national park, the quarter acre block is within walking distance of restaurants and supermarkets and the beach (14 mins), but sits on the bush fringe with national park views and magical stars. Boasting 14 types of food, chickens, outdoor showers and a compost toilet, you can experience the land in which ever ways suit you.
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Maggies Beachfront Apartments
Maggies Beachfront Apartments set the standard for luxury and space in Magnetic Island accommodation. All apartments include three bedrooms, large living areas, outdoor decks or courtyards, ducted a/c and ceiling fans, entertainment systems with DVD and large flat-screen television, outdoor dining and personal barbecues, gourmet kitchen and comfortable modern furnishings and decor. Maggies Beachfront Apartments are situated on the beautiful and sheltered Horseshoe Bay beach with cafes, restaurants, taverns, convenience stores and transport at your doorstep. This is the ultimate holiday spot to enjoy doing nothing or everything. Horseshoe Bay is a three-kilometre-long north-facing beach renowned for its protected sparkling blue water, stunning winter sunsets, long beach walks, water sport activities and its cosmopolitan feel.
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Magnetic Glamping
Magnetic Glamping is a brand new glamping resort on Magnetic Island, North Queensland. Offering 8 premier Safari Tents with ensuites (one is Accessible compliant) and a 9 metre magnesium swimming pool for relaxation and exercise. Resort style living, yet fully immersed in nature. Sliding glass doors dissolve the barriers to outdoor living. Moon decks on each of the tented villas. The property is unique as it offers a nature based environment for people to enjoy the outdoors and features a shared BBQ and fire pit, on a paved area. Backing onto the National Park there is an abundance of birdlife to enjoy, and Magnetic Island has the largest colony of koalas in Queensland. Likely they will visit from time to time. Magnesium in ground pool, 9 metre of long swimmable space. Unlimited wifi with Starlink. Offering a safe gated community and large tropical gardens to enjoy, including a large grassed area. The property is also suitable for executive retreats.
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Nomads Magnetic Island
Nomads Magnetic Island is located right on the beach and is the only place to Stay and Play on Magnetic Island. There is a choice of shared rooms at Nomads from mixed rooms to the female-only sanctuary rooms which include a sanctuary pamper package on arrival. The campsite (no tent provided) also has sea views! Camping site rates are based on per person, not per tent. You must bring your own tent! The double rooms at Nomads Magnetic Island are situated right on the rocks overlooking the ocean, you will not believe the view from your room! The Island bar has extensive decks overlooking the water, spend a lazy afternoon sipping on a drink and take in the magnificent views Nomads has to offer. By night the party scene comes alive with funky tunes and awesome bar games to keep the crowd entertained. The Island bar at Nomads is the best party bar on the island!
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Peppers Blue on Blue Resort
Experience the unique allure of one of Australia’s most relaxed escape destinations, Peppers Blue on Blue Resort on Magnetic Island. Just 20 minutes by ferry from Townsville, Magnetic Island is a blend of native Australian bushland, breathtaking beaches and sandy bays. Your suite at Peppers Blue on Blue Resort will be your private sanctuary. With the choice of Hotel Rooms, Studios, One, Two and Three Bedroom Apartments and Penthouses, you will be perfectly accommodated throughout your stay on Magnetic Island. Take full advantage of the contemporary design and stunning seascapes, boasting uninterrupted marina views. Studios and One Bedroom Apartments feature kitchenettes, balconies and complimentary WiFi. Two and Three Bedroom Apartments and Penthouses also have the added benefit of full gourmet kitchens. Peppers Blue on Blue Resort is the perfect place to experience the great outdoors – whether you’re fishing or diving, exploring reefs or rainforests, biking or boating. For those desiring more leisurely pursuits, laze around the magnificent saltwater lagoon, stroll along the marina or dine at Boardwalk Restaurant and Bar. This hotel does not accept cash as a payment method. Credit, debit and prepaid cards are accepted to buy goods and services.
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Pure Magnetic Villas
Pure Magnetic is all about real island-style accommodation without sacrificing any luxury. Situated on the beautiful Nelly Bay beach with a picturesque outlook across a palm tree-lined foreshore and the Coral Sea, Pure Magnetic Villas will take you far away from your everyday life. The property consists of 10 luxuriously appointed two-bedroom villas, nestled amid beautiful tropical landscaped gardens. The beach is only 20 metres from the front of the property. Every villa has two bedrooms, an ensuite and second bathroom, a full kitchen with dishwasher, euro laundry, spa bath, three widescreen televisions with pay-TV channels, air-conditioning and ceiling fans throughout, private balcony, a personal barbecue and outdoor setting.
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Reflections Villas
Reflections Villas has been designed exclusively for couples to enjoy. This boutique group of four private villas boasts views across Picnic Bay and the blue waters of the Coral Sea, to the hills of Cape Cleveland hugging the horizon. Each villa features a private courtyard with a large temperature-controlled plunge pool, king size bedroom suite, separate living pavilion and barbeque. You will only be a short stroll from all that Picnic Bay has to offer and is an ideal village-like destination for you to enjoy peace, tranquillity and appreciate what Magnetic Island has to offer. The area is safe to swim year-round, has great local restaurants, good coffee, a pub, fishing and a golf course. It's also the perfect place to enjoy some of the well-maintained walking trails to wonderful vantage points. If you are travelling without a vehicle complimentary transfers to Reflections Villas will help you to relax and reflect as soon as you step inside.
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Sails on Horseshoe
From the door of your apartment across the road to the golden sands of beautiful Horseshoe Bay. Avaiable for holiday-makers are two-bedroom fully self-catering apartments all of which have a separate lounge/dining area and a balcony or patio with table and chairs for alfresco dining. There is a lovely pool with spa, barbecues with a dining area, free use of beach towels, free internet and free undercover parking. It is a two minute walk to restaurants, coffee shop, pub and convenience store and water sports.
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Selina Magnetic Island
Located on Magnetic Island, 8km offshore from Townsville, Queensland, Selina Magnetic Island is picture perfect tropical paradise. Sitting just a 5-minute walk from Horseshoe Bay, explore the breathtaking landscape by water with a snorkel or kayak or venture to one of the island’s other 23 bays. Take your trip to new heights on local hiking trails to admire the views or book a tour round our on-site wildlife park, learning about and meeting local Aussie animals.
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Villa Kembali
Villa Kembali is a magnificent prestige home only metres from the stunning north-facing Horseshoe Bay beach. Complete with all of the essentials for a magnificent, peaceful and luxurious break, including a stunning 270-degree panoramic ocean view across the bay, Villa Kembali is perfect for an extended family or group of friends. This property boasts four bedrooms (sleeping eight plus two more with the addition of rollaways), two separate spacious living areas with bi-fold doors seamlessly opening to both a large downstairs, timber decked terrace surrounding your private pool area, and a huge upstairs balcony and outdoor entertainment area. Other property features include air-conditioning in all bedrooms, two large separate living and entertaining areas, a pool with spa and surrounding decking, a gourmet kitchen, a barbecue area, a bar area overlooking the pool and beach, undercover parking, televisions in both living areas and a fully equipped laundry. Villa Kembali is also within walking distance of shops, restaurants, and outdoor activities.
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