Title: Base Backpackers Magnetic Island - Hostel Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Base Backpackers Magnetic Island - Hostel Hotel in Nelly Bay with outdoor pool and restaurant ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14650000/14642000/14641975/9e1ac88e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14650000/14642000/14641975/b645492a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14650000/14642000/14641975/c9cc82b2_edited_8d7e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14650000/14642000/14641975/ae8e57e8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14650000/14642000/14641975/936b0dad.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Base Backpackers Magnetic Island Hostel offers paradise with a garden setting and outdoor pool. Guests enjoy practical laundry facilities and meals at the on-site restaurant. Free self-parking adds convenience to this tranquil island stay. 6.0 ## Popular amenities - Pool - Laundry - Parking included - Restaurant ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates # Tonight [Sept 26 - Sept 27](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-26&endDate=2025-09-27&selected=14641975&PinnedHotelID=14641975&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-26&endDate=2025-09-27&selected=14641975&PinnedHotelID=14641975&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) # Tomorrow [Sept 27 - Sept 28](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-27&endDate=2025-09-28&selected=14641975&PinnedHotelID=14641975&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-27&endDate=2025-09-28&selected=14641975&PinnedHotelID=14641975&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) # This weekend [Sept 26 - Sept 28](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-26&endDate=2025-09-28&selected=14641975&PinnedHotelID=14641975&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-26&endDate=2025-09-28&selected=14641975&PinnedHotelID=14641975&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) # Next weekend [Oct 3 - Oct 5](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-03&endDate=2025-10-05&selected=14641975&PinnedHotelID=14641975&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-03&endDate=2025-10-05&selected=14641975&PinnedHotelID=14641975&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FTownsville-Hotels-Base-Backpackers-Magnetic-Island-Hostel.h14641975.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FTownsville-Hotels-Base-Backpackers-Magnetic-Island-Hostel.h14641975.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Nelly Bay is home to Base Backpackers Magnetic Island - Hostel. Magnetic Island Ferry Terminal and Massage on Magnetic are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Magnetic Island National Park and Nelly Bay Habitat Reserve. Maritime Museum of Townsville and ReefHQ are also worth visiting. [Visit our Nelly Bay travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Nelly-Bay.dx6351561) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-19.17120%2C146.84651&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=g2EcxRYt0TcTc8ZFFZpnCziNgBU=) 1 Nelly Bay Road, Nelly Bay, QLD, 4819 ### What's nearby - Magnetic Island National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles - Magnetic Island Golf Course - 1 min drive - 0.7 miles - Horseshoe Bay Beach - 17 min drive - 7.0 miles - Magnetic Island Ferry Terminal - 30 min drive - 8.7 miles - The Strand Beach - 35 min drive - 10.9 miles ### Getting around - Townsville Station - 54 min drive - Townsville, QLD (TSV) - 65 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Spin Cafe - ‬37 min drive - ‪Ardo Rooftop Bar - ‬37 min drive - ‪The Palm House - ‬37 min drive - ‪The Bikini Tree Cafe - ‬4 min drive - ‪Shorehouse - ‬39 min drive ## About this property ### Base Backpackers Magnetic Island - Hostel Property highlights At Base Backpackers Magnetic Island - Hostel, you can look forward to a garden, laundry facilities and a restaurant. Stay connected with WiFi in public areas (surcharge). 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In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as Base Backpackers Property Magnetic Island Base Backpackers Magnetic Island Property Base Backpackers Magnetic Island Magnetic Island Base Backpackers Property Base Backpackers Property Property Base Backpackers Base Backpackers Magnetic Island Property Magnetic Island Base Backpackers Magnetic Island Property Property Base Backpackers Magnetic Island Base Backpackers Magnetic Island Magnetic Island Base Backpackers Property Base Backpackers Base Backpackers Magnetic Base Backpackers Magnetic Island Hostel Base Backpackers Hostel Base Backpackers Magnetic Island Base Backpackers Base Backpackers Magnetic Island - Hostel Magnetic Island Base Backpackers Magnetic Island Hostel Base Backpackers Magnetic Island - Hostel Hotel Base Backpackers Magnetic Island - Hostel Nelly Bay Base Backpackers Magnetic Island - Hostel Hotel Nelly Bay ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Base Backpackers Magnetic Island - Hostel have a pool? > Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. ### How much is parking at Base Backpackers Magnetic Island - Hostel? > Self-parking is free at this property. ### Where is Base Backpackers Magnetic Island - Hostel located? > Situated in Nelly Bay, this hotel is steps away from Magnetic Island National Park and Nelly Bay Beach. Nelly Bay Habitat Reserve and Massage on Magnetic are also within 15 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Base Backpackers Magnetic Island - Hostel Reviews 6.0 All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. 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