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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 compact kitchenette with a microwave, coffee maker, and a small table with a bowl.

A tented room with a bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a ceiling fan, and a wardrobe.

1. Magnetic Glamping

1.8 mi from Picnic Bay Beach

Susan

£196

includes taxes & fees

25 Nov - 26 Nov

A clear swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by greenery and hills.

A marina with several boats docked in calm waters, a modern building with multiple floors and balconies, and a clear sky.

A waterfront hotel with multiple balconies, a marina with boats, and a hill in the background.

A coastal marina with boats, a swimming pool, and residential buildings.

2. Peppers Blue on Blue

1.6 mi from Picnic Bay Beach

Jason

£111

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

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 kitchen with a dining area, large windows, and a view of the ocean.

An infinity pool with a clear view of the sea and distant mountains.

3. Grand Mercure Apartments Magnetic Island

1.7 mi from Picnic Bay Beach

Jim

£176

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

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 wooden pathway leading through a lush garden with dense foliage and a clear sky.

4. Amaroo Rainforest Resort

1.9 mi from Picnic Bay Beach

Joseph

£78

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

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 swimming pool with a green and white inflatable ring, a white umbrella, and lounge chairs.

5. Victoria Street Boutique Hotel

5.7 mi from Picnic Bay Beach

Nicholas

£81

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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 modern hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV, a painting, and a view of the outdoors.

6. Ardo

5.1 mi from Picnic Bay Beach

Bronte

£152

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A swimming pool with a blue shade sail, a barbecue area, and a paved patio.

A reception area with a counter, glass doors, and a window with blinds.

A modern kitchen with a built-in oven, microwave, and dishwasher. There is a dining table with chairs and a small side table with a lamp.

A hotel room with a large bed, a smaller bed, a washing machine, and a ceiling fan.

7. Cascade Motel In Townsville

8.9 mi from Picnic Bay Beach

Shannon

£70

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A coastal view with a promenade, palm trees, and a distant cityscape.

A coastal hotel with multiple buildings, palm trees, and a view of the ocean.

A modern living room with a sofa, a dining table with chairs, a ceiling fan, and a kitchen area with a refrigerator and microwave.

A hotel room with a large window, a bed with a patterned bedspread, and a small wooden nightstand.

8. QCWA Kissing Point Units

4.9 mi from Picnic Bay Beach

Paulette

£112

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

An open-plan living area with a dining table, chairs, and a kitchen area with a grill. There are potted plants and a sofa with red cushions.

A swimming pool with a curved edge, surrounded by a white fence, and a shaded area with lounge chairs.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A compact hotel room with a bed, a wooden wardrobe, a washing machine, and a small sink.

9. Castle Crest Motel

5.3 mi from Picnic Bay Beach

Allira

£96

includes taxes & fees

25 Nov - 26 Nov

A balcony with wicker furniture, large windows, and a view of the ocean.

A modern hotel room with a glass-enclosed bathtub, a large bed, a bedside table, and a view of the mountains through the window.

A modern living room with a dining area, large windows, and a view of the sea.

A resort with a pool, palm trees, and a view of the sea.

10. Mariners North Holiday Apartments

5.3 mi from Picnic Bay Beach

Marechelle

£196

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A modern bedroom with a bed, a grey sofa, and a large window offering a view of the outside.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a ceiling fan, and a balcony with a view.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a large potted plant, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a built-in oven, and a coffee machine.

11. Belmoral Corporate Suites

5.7 mi from Picnic Bay Beach

Daniel

£85

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a fence and a building with a red roof.

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden counter, and a television.

A hotel room with a bed, a green blanket, white pillows, and a wooden headboard with circular light fixtures.

A compact kitchen with modern appliances, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a bedroom with a bed and a window.

12. Monte Carlo Motor Inn

8.6 mi from Picnic Bay Beach

Layla

£79

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A pool area with a wooden deck, lounge chairs, and a covered seating area surrounded by trees.

A modern bathroom with wooden paneling, multiple sinks, and built-in washing machines.

An outdoor dining area with wooden tables and chairs, surrounded by natural elements like trees and plants.

A small, triangular wooden structure with a green door and a wooden deck in front.

13. Bounce Magnetic Island

4.1 mi from Picnic Bay Beach

Robert

£65

includes taxes & fees

18 Nov - 19 Nov

An outdoor cafe with wooden tables and chairs, a BISTRO sign, and a view of the street.

A poolside area with a wooden table, two white cushioned chairs, and a red chair.

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a bedside lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

A bar area with stools, a counter, and shelves with bottles.

14. Hotel Allen

5.4 mi from Picnic Bay Beach

Nola

£65

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A modern indoor pool area with lounge chairs, a pool table, and a seating area with a hat and sunglasses on a tray.

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.

A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring balconies and a ground-level retail space.

15. Grand Hotel and Apartments Townsville

5.8 mi from Picnic Bay Beach

Terry

£90

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A hotel entrance with a modern facade, a visible reception area, and a staircase leading to the entrance.

A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a nightstand with a lamp, and a large window with curtains.

A compact kitchen with a built-in sink, wooden cabinets, and a countertop with a coffee machine and glassware.

A sign for Clarion Hotel with a modern design.

16. Clarion Hotel Townsville

6 mi from Picnic Bay Beach

Nicholas

£70

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a ceiling fan, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A two-story hotel with a covered entrance, palm trees, and a blue car parked outside.

A pool area with lounge chairs, a covered seating area, and a fenced enclosure with palm trees.

A street view with a blue car parked in front of a building with a yellow facade, surrounded by palm trees.

17. The Colonial Rose Motel

8.5 mi from Picnic Bay Beach

Carol

£81

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

A swimming pool with lounge chairs, surrounded by a fence and vegetation.

A modern hotel with a prominent "QUEST" sign, multiple balconies, and a well-lit facade.

A hotel reception area with a modern design, featuring a reception desk labeled "QUEST," air conditioning units, and a seating area with a view of the outdoors.

A modern living room with a round table, a blue sofa, and a television on a green shelf.

18. Quest Townsville on Eyre

5.4 mi from Picnic Bay Beach

Tony

£101

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

An outdoor seating area with a view of a body of water and a park.

A swimming pool with a clear blue water, surrounded by a fence and a covered area with a bench.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a small table, a ceiling fan, a window with curtains, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

A modern hotel room with a kitchen, a sofa, a dining table, and a large window with a view of a tropical landscape.

19. Waters Edge The Strand

5.2 mi from Picnic Bay Beach

David

£72

includes taxes & fees

18 Nov - 19 Nov

A view of a swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a body of water.

A modern kitchen with marble countertops, a central island with food displays, pendant lighting, and a high ceiling with exposed beams.

A spacious lobby with wooden ceiling panels, wicker furniture, and a reception desk with a stone wall backdrop.

A dining table with various dishes and drinks, overlooking a scenic view of palm trees and the ocean.

20. The Ville Resort - Casino

5.1 mi from Picnic Bay Beach

Timothy

£135

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to Picnic Bay Beach

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Magnetic Glamping	9.0 Wonderful 11 reviews	View
Peppers Blue on Blue	8.8 Excellent 871 reviews	View
Grand Mercure Apartments Magnetic Island	8.4 Very good 363 reviews	View
Amaroo Rainforest Resort	7.8 Good 57 reviews	View
Victoria Street Boutique Hotel	10.0 Exceptional 11 reviews	View

Top Picnic Bay Beach Hotel Reviews

Rock Salt Villa 1

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent for a couple looking for a quiet spot"

Picnic Bay Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"These are newly renovated units that are very modern and functional. The decor is great and the size is adequate. The free breakfast offered is so amazingly tasty and large in portion generously. The shuttle service is included which is so prompt and efficient from and to the ferry terminal. The staff are very accommodating, friendly and pleasant. We highly recommend this hotel which is 5 mins from the terminal. The location is quiet and restaurant is next door to the hotel. There are a few other restaurants very close to the hotel on the esplanade. Overall, it’s a 5 star with great amenities and service."

Reflections Turquoise Villa 4

8/10 Good

"Great location. Picnic Bay is the place to be. Super comfortable bed and deluxe bathroom. Awesome Italian restaurant and cafe just down the road."

Tropic 21

10/10 Excellent

"Great location. Lovely comfortable home. The owners have added lots of little extras to create a some extra fun and make your stay memorable. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay."

ISLAND ADVENTURE HOLIDAY HOUSE

8/10 Good

"Convenient spot at Picnic Bay 200 metre walk to cafes, pub , beach and playground . Much less busy than Horseshoe bay which we loved . Great walk up the mountain for sunset. Not too hard we did it with pre schooler . Classic beach house high ceilings tiled floor well equiped kitchen with some extras like salt pepper glad wrap and some spices well appreciated . Fans and air con not needed as June was lovely days 27 and cooler nights . However no fly screens so we couldn’t leave windows open . No mozzies but geckos and other night creatures ( wallabies in the lawn !) very exciting . Beds were not super comfortable fairly firm so a few toppers would be great . Otherwise really enjoyable and big enough for our family with 5 bedrooms ."

Picnic Bay Chalet Unit 2

10/10 Excellent

"Great location. Best of Magnetic were professional and helpful. Would stay again."

Kadani

10/10 Excellent

"Fantastic location easy walk to bus beach pub and restaurant. clean tidy comfortable beds. Great set up to enjoy a relaxing family holiday. "

Shipwreck Sands

10/10 Excellent

"Was clam and clean, great access to the rest of Picnic bay we didn’t need to drive much just walked everywhere. The house was set up for family’s and or groups as there was many sitting areas, quiet areas and outside areas for everyone. "

Beached on Magnetic

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful home with plenty of space. Great location. Great amenities. Thabkful for the extra rubbish bags, dishwashing and washing machine products."

Other attractions near Picnic Bay Beach

Magnetic Island National Park

9.2/10 (242 reviews)

Take in panoramic views, spot koalas in eucalyptus trees, clamber over granite boulders and stroll along a golden-sand beach in this idyllic nature reserve.

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Magnetic Island Golf Course

9.0/10 (6 reviews)

Enjoy a round of golf in Picnic Bay at Magnetic Island Golf Course. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its charming cafes.

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Nelly Bay Habitat Reserve

8.6/10 (24 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Nelly Bay Habitat Reserve, a lovely green space in Nelly Bay. Wander the marina in this relaxing area.

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Massage on Magnetic

8.6/10 (18 reviews)

You can take time to visit Massage on Magnetic during your travels to Nelly Bay. Visit the charming cafes or top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

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Bolger Bay Nature Refuge

Explore the great outdoors at Bolger Bay Nature Refuge, a lovely green space in West Point. Stroll along the beaches or discover the area's coral reefs.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Picnic Bay Beach?

If you're planning to come to the area to visit Picnic Bay Beach, take some time to see the rest of the sights while you're in town. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 47 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay near Picnic Bay Beach?

Adjacent to Picnic Bay Beach, Picnic Bay Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this B&B offers free breakfast and a restaurant. Other good choices within 5 miles include Tropical Palms and Serenity on Magnetic.

How many hotels can I expect to find near Picnic Bay Beach?

Expedia has 47 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Picnic Bay Beach.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Picnic Bay Beach, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view top deals close to Picnic Bay Beach.

What can I see and do near Picnic Bay Beach?

Spend some time wandering around Magnetic Island National Park, Magnetic Island National Park and Jezzine Barracks. Enjoy a stroll along the shore at Nelly Bay Beach, Horseshoe Bay Beach and Alma Bay. Enjoy nature at Arthur Bay Beach, Strand Rockpool or Radical Bay.

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Our top choices for Picnic Bay Beach hotels

1. Magnetic Glamping

2. Peppers Blue on Blue

3. Grand Mercure Apartments Magnetic Island

4. Amaroo Rainforest Resort

5. Victoria Street Boutique Hotel

6. Ardo

7. Cascade Motel In Townsville

8. QCWA Kissing Point Units

9. Castle Crest Motel

10. Mariners North Holiday Apartments

11. Belmoral Corporate Suites

12. Monte Carlo Motor Inn

13. Bounce Magnetic Island

14. Hotel Allen

15. Grand Hotel and Apartments Townsville

16. Clarion Hotel Townsville

17. The Colonial Rose Motel

18. Quest Townsville on Eyre

19. Waters Edge The Strand

20. The Ville Resort - Casino

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Top Picnic Bay Beach Hotel Reviews

Rock Salt Villa 1

Picnic Bay Hotel

Reflections Turquoise Villa 4

Tropic 21

ISLAND ADVENTURE HOLIDAY HOUSE

Picnic Bay Chalet Unit 2

Kadani

Shipwreck Sands

Beached on Magnetic

Other attractions near Picnic Bay Beach

Magnetic Island National Park

Magnetic Island Golf Course

Nelly Bay Habitat Reserve

Massage on Magnetic

Bolger Bay Nature Refuge

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