A sandy beach with gentle waves, a sailboat in the distance, and a rocky hillside with greenery.

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Our top choices for Nelly Bay hotels

1. Peppers Blue on Blue

Peppers Blue on Blue
Nelly Bay
Australia
Jason
RM775
RM852 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Sept - 16 Sept
Peppers Blue on Blue

2. Amaroo Rainforest Resort

Amaroo Rainforest Resort
Nelly Bay
Australia
Korrie
RM459
RM505 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Amaroo Rainforest Resort

3. Grand Mercure Apartments Magnetic Island

Grand Mercure Apartments Magnetic Island
Nelly Bay
Australia
Jim
RM918
RM1,010 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Grand Mercure Apartments Magnetic Island

4. Magnetic Glamping

Magnetic Glamping
Nelly Bay
Australia
Susan
RM1,275
RM1,402 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Sept - 16 Sept
Magnetic Glamping

5. Absolute Waterfront Magnetic Island

Absolute Waterfront Magnetic Island
Nelly Bay
Australia
David
RM682
RM981 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Sept - 24 Sept
Absolute Waterfront Magnetic Island

6. Nomads Magnetic Island - Hostel

Nomads Magnetic Island - Hostel
Nelly Bay
Australia
Evyenia
RM765
RM842 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Sept - 5 Sept
Nomads Magnetic Island - Hostel

7. True North Bed & Breakfast

True North Bed & Breakfast
Horseshoe Bay
United States
Woody
RM555
RM610 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Sept - 10 Sept
True North Bed & Breakfast

8. Mercure Townsville

Mercure Townsville
Currajong
Australia
tania
RM414
RM456 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Mercure Townsville

9. Shoredrive Motel

Shoredrive Motel
North Ward
Australia
Cliff
RM354
RM390 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept
Shoredrive Motel

10. BIG4 Tasman Holiday Parks - Rowes Bay

BIG4 Tasman Holiday Parks - Rowes Bay
Belgian Gardens
Australia
Wendy
RM418
RM418 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Sept - 16 Sept
BIG4 Tasman Holiday Parks - Rowes Bay

11. Seahaven Resort

Seahaven Resort
Belgian Gardens
Australia
Barbara Ratton
RM421
RM463 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept
Seahaven Resort

12. Aquarius on the Beach

Aquarius on the Beach
North Ward
Australia
Chris
RM443
RM488 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept
Aquarius on the Beach

13. Ardo

Ardo
Townsville
Australia
Veronica
RM722
RM795 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Ardo

14. Hotel Allen

Hotel Allen
North Ward
Australia
Edward
RM468
RM515 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Hotel Allen

15. Grand Hotel and Apartments Townsville

Grand Hotel and Apartments Townsville
South Townsville
Australia
Kerlynne
RM480
RM528 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Grand Hotel and Apartments Townsville

16. Beachfront Home Townsville

Beachfront Home Townsville
Pallarenda
RM1,402
RM2,268 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept
Beachfront Home Townsville

17. QCWA Kissing Point Units

QCWA Kissing Point Units
North Ward
Australia
Shannon
RM530
RM645 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
QCWA Kissing Point Units

18. Beach House Motel

Beach House Motel
North Ward
Australia
Peter
RM407
RM447 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept
Beach House Motel

19. Oaks Townsville Hotel

Oaks Townsville Hotel
South Townsville
Australia
Mandy
RM718
RM718 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Oaks Townsville Hotel

20. Rambutan Resort

Rambutan Resort
Townsville
United Kingdom
Sophie
RM314
RM345 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Sept - 23 Sept
Rambutan Resort
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Stay near popular Nelly Bay attractions

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 top-notch restaurants or charming cafes in this walkable area.
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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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Learn more about Nelly Bay

Nestled on Magnetic Island, this tranquil bay invites visitors to explore its pristine beach and nearby national park trails. Snorkel the clear waters before heading to Bungalow Bay Koala Wildlife Park where you'll encounter Australia's beloved marsupials up close.

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A marina with boats docked, a building with multiple balconies, and a mountainous backdrop.

Top Nelly Bay Hotel Reviews

Grand Hotel and Apartments Townsville

Grand Hotel and Apartments Townsville

10/10 Excellent
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roger 3-night trip
Posted 18 hours ago
Grand Hotel and Apartments Townsville
Vale Hotel

Vale Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"My stay was very good big room great staff very helpful just had a good rest . Will go back any time. Better than the casino. Thank you all."
Roger 1-night trip
Posted 19 hours ago
Vale Hotel
Hotel Grand Chancellor Townsville

Hotel Grand Chancellor Townsville

8/10 Good
"I stayed in a room on the top floor. The view from the balcony was fantastic as I could see the castle hill and the scenery towards south side of Townsville. The building itself seems to be dated and due for some rejuvenation."
Gen 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Hotel Grand Chancellor Townsville
Amaroo Rainforest Resort

Amaroo Rainforest Resort

10/10 Excellent
"Really loved our stay there would definitely come back! Thanks for having us! Only negative was the restaurant on site did r open on the Thursday as stated and then the Friday had a completely different menu item."
Korrie 4-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Amaroo Rainforest Resort
The Palmer Collective

The Palmer Collective

10/10 Excellent
"was in hospital for magor op staff at palmer really looked after my wife and then after me when I came to join her. cannot praise all the staff enough will come back again and again five times so far thank you"
gerd 4-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
The Palmer Collective
Aquarius on the Beach

Aquarius on the Beach

8/10 Good
"Great location, fantastic view and room had all the essential amenities. Lovely and clean. Easy and pretty walk along g beach to ferry for magnetic island. Only complaint was tried to purchase laundry detergent and machine gobbled up coins with no product. When I explained this to reception, they said not their problem with no offer of refund or detergent."
Richard 2-night trip
Posted 5 days ago
Aquarius on the Beach
Holiday Inn Townsville by IHG

Holiday Inn Townsville by IHG

8/10 Good
"Feels more homey then other hotels."
John 1-night trip
Posted 6 days ago
Holiday Inn Townsville by IHG
Peppers Blue on Blue

Peppers Blue on Blue

10/10 Excellent
"Friendly staff, convenient location, spacious rooms. Great stay!"
Virginie 4-night trip
Posted 8 days ago
Peppers Blue on Blue
Seahaven Resort

Seahaven Resort

10/10 Excellent
"Really good place to stay with children. Close to the strand and restaurants around."
Barbara Ratton 1-night trip
Posted 11 days ago
Seahaven Resort

More cheap stays in Nelly Bay

Upper Ross Hotel

Upper Ross Hotel

1209 Riverway Drive Rasmussen QLD
RM233
RM257 total
6 Sept - 7 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Upper Ross Hotel
Cascade Motel In Townsville

Cascade Motel In Townsville

100 Bowen Road Rosslea QLD
RM366
RM402 total
3 Sept - 4 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Cascade Motel In Townsville
Summit Motel

Summit Motel

6 Victoria Street Townsville QLD
RM401
RM441 total
3 Sept - 4 Sept
includes taxes & fees
8.6/10 Excellent! (407 reviews)
Summit Motel
BIG4 Townsville Gateway Holiday Park

BIG4 Townsville Gateway Holiday Park

88 Minehane Street Cluden QLD
RM463
RM467 total
11 Sept - 12 Sept
includes taxes & fees
8.4/10 Very good! (29 reviews)
BIG4 Townsville Gateway Holiday Park
Civic Guest House - Hostel

Civic Guest House - Hostel

262 Walker Street Townsville QLD
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8.8/10 Excellent! (165 reviews)
Civic Guest House - Hostel
Spanish Lace Motor Inn

Spanish Lace Motor Inn

106-108 Bowen Rd Rosslea QLD
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8/10 Very good! (2 reviews)
Spanish Lace Motor Inn

Frequently asked questions

What's the best place to stay in Nelly Bay?
Peppers Blue on Blue is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data. This hotel offers a marina and 2 outdoor pools. Other good choices for your trip include Grand Mercure Apartments Magnetic Island and Amaroo Rainforest Resort. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Nelly Bay.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Nelly Bay, will I receive a refund?
Yes, you'll find most room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of check in. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Nelly Bay.
What's the best accommodation for a budget-friendly stay in Nelly Bay?
Based on our traveller reviews, Nomads Magnetic Island - Hostel is a top choice for a less expensive stay. View all budget hotels in Nelly Bay.
What are some accommodation options with pools in Nelly Bay?
Peppers Blue on Blue: Features a full-service spa, 2 outdoor swimming pools and free self parking. Grand Mercure Apartments Magnetic Island and Amaroo Rainforest Resort are two additional hotels that feature an on-site pool. View all hotels with pools in Nelly Bay.
What is the best spa hotel in Nelly Bay?
Peppers Blue on Blue is a top spa hotel featuring a bar and a restaurant. Enjoy a massage at Balance Beauty & Massage. Another popular spa hotel in Nelly Bay is Magnetic Blue Waterfront Apartments. See all spa hotels in Nelly Bay.
What's it like staying in Nelly Bay?
Visitors to Nelly Bay will definitely enjoy the marina. Tourists can also enjoy the city's spas and coffee shops. In Nelly Bay, there are 181 hotels and other accommodation options to choose from. Find out more about Nelly Bay.
What should I see while I'm in Nelly Bay?
Natural beauty is on display at Magnetic Island National Park, Nelly Bay Beach and Nelly Bay Habitat Reserve. Additionally, you might want to add Massage on Magnetic to your itinerary. Take a look at what more there is to see and do in Expedia's Nelly Bay guide.
What's the weather like in Nelly Bay?
The hottest months are usually December and January, with an average temperature of 27ยฐC, while the coldest months are July and August, with an average of 20ยฐC. The rainiest months in Nelly Bay are January, February, March and December, with each month seeing an average of 233 mm of rainfall.

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