
Nelly Bay Holidays
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Your Nelly Bay Holiday
From its highlights to its hidden treasures, this city is best explored with a Nelly Bay holiday package. Check out places to stay in The Strand, which is good for markets, families and festivals. Horseshoe Bay Beach, Magnetic Island Golf Course and Alma Bay are just a few of the attractions worth exploring during your trip to Nelly Bay. Expedia can help you escape the everyday. Tailor your holiday to Nelly Bay to suit your travel style, whatever that may look like.
Nelly Bay Essential Information
Language | English |
|---|---|
Currency | Australian dollars |
Closest Airport | Townsville Airport (TSV) |
Population | 1,650 |
Max Temp Winter | 24ºC |
Max Temp Summer | 29ºC |
Top Sights | Horseshoe Bay Beach, Strand Park and Museum of Tropical Queensland |
Top hotels in Nelly Bay

Grand Mercure Apartments Magnetic Island
146 Sooning Street Nelly Bay QLD
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £178 per night from 11 May to 12 May
£178
11 May - 12 May
includes taxes & fees

Peppers Blue on Blue
123 Sooning Street Nelly Bay QLD
The price is £147 per night from 13 May to 14 May
£147
13 May - 14 May
includes taxes & fees
8.8/10 Excellent! (859 reviews)
The shower drain had an issue and water would back up while showering, so I reported it to reception. They advised they would send maintenance, which they did, however they used a chemical with a very strong and unpleasant smell. I raised this again with reception and had to request that we be relocated, ...
Reviewed on 1 May 2026

Island Leisure Resort
6 Kelly Street Nelly Bay QLD
9.4/10 Exceptional! (459 reviews)
Very easy walk from the units to the beach. Loved the walk to the helipad where we feed to rock wallabies each morning. Easy walk to a lovely restaurant, general store and bottleo
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
What to do in Nelly Bay

SeaLink Magnetic Island Ferry return trip from Townsville
£23
per adult
98% of travellers recommend

Magnetic Island: Behind the Scenes Tour
£61
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
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