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Top 10 Hotels Near Picnic Bay Beach

2 outdoor pools
Peppers Blue on Blue

Peppers Blue on Blue

4.0 star property
2.7 km from Picnic Bay Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (845)
"Got upgraded with the extra bedroom: excellent view from the balcony. Breakfast buffet was fab, very good value instead of eating out. Great location next to the ferry and shops. "
Australia
Deirdre
The price is RM622
RM622 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec
Peppers Blue on Blue
Exterior
Grand Mercure Apartments Magnetic Island

Grand Mercure Apartments Magnetic Island

4.0 star property
2.8 km from Picnic Bay Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (335)
"Beautiful clean rooms Close to ferry terminal Gorgeous views of the harbour/nelly bay "
Australia
spiro
The price is RM737
RM811 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Dec - 6 Dec
Grand Mercure Apartments Magnetic Island
Front of property
True North Bed & Breakfast

True North Bed & Breakfast

3.5 star property
6.6 km from Picnic Bay Beach
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (115)
"Both the breakfast selection and quality were excelent."
Canada
David
The price is RM499
RM549 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Dec - 11 Dec
True North Bed & Breakfast
Outdoor dining
Bounce Magnetic Island

Bounce Magnetic Island

3.0 star property
6.7 km from Picnic Bay Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (65)
"Walkable to beach and staff helpful"
United States
kim
The price is RM568
RM625 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
Bounce Magnetic Island
Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk
Belmoral Corporate Suites

Belmoral Corporate Suites

5.0 star property
9.2 km from Picnic Bay Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (193)
"Convenient location, helpful staff, great facilities."
Australia
Tony
The price is RM442
RM486 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Dec - 30 Dec
Belmoral Corporate Suites
Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board
Aquarius on the Beach

Aquarius on the Beach

4.0 star property
8.3 km from Picnic Bay Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"Great location and view from the room"
Australia
Verna
The price is RM382
RM420 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Aquarius on the Beach
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Grand Hotel and Apartments Townsville

Grand Hotel and Apartments Townsville

4.5 star property
9.4 km from Picnic Bay Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (999)
"Great place to stay for a dinner night out"
Australia
Lyn
The price is RM393
RM432 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Dec - 30 Dec
Grand Hotel and Apartments Townsville
Reception
The Palmer Collective

The Palmer Collective

4.0 star property
9.4 km from Picnic Bay Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (789)
"Always a great place to stay with clean rooms and great staff"
Australia
Denis
The price is RM367
RM404 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Dec - 30 Dec
The Palmer Collective
Hiking
QCWA Kissing Point Units

QCWA Kissing Point Units

3.5 star property
7.9 km from Picnic Bay Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (78)
"Thoroughly enjoyed our stay especially the ocean view. Such an amazing experience and excellent customer service."
Australia
Sheena
The price is RM439
RM439 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec
QCWA Kissing Point Units
Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Madison Ocean Breeze

Madison Ocean Breeze

3.5 star property
8.4 km from Picnic Bay Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (580)
"Love staying here. Is central to everything and staff are lovely "
Australia
Tori
The price is RM460
RM506 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
Madison Ocean Breeze
Terrace/patio
Ardo

Ardo

4.0 star property
8.2 km from Picnic Bay Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (293)
"Clean , great location by the water , honest and friendly staff. Wonderful stay "
Australia
Nadia
The price is RM791
RM870 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Ardo
Outdoor pool, free pool cabanas, pool umbrellas
Rambutan Resort

Rambutan Resort

5.0 star property
9 km from Picnic Bay Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (782)
"Excellent customer service and support "
Australia
Sheena
The price is RM363
RM399 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Rambutan Resort
Meeting facility
Oaks Townsville Hotel

Oaks Townsville Hotel

4.5 star property
9.1 km from Picnic Bay Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1565)
"Great place, good value."
Australia
Ben
The price is RM487
RM487 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Oaks Townsville Hotel
Front of property
Beach House Motel

Beach House Motel

3.5 star property
8.4 km from Picnic Bay Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (515)
"Super comfy beds, clean and tidy, friendly staff and right in the strand with restaurants close by and water views across the road. "
Australia
Fay
The price is RM358
RM393 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Dec - 11 Dec
Beach House Motel
Lobby lounge
Hotel Grand Chancellor Townsville

Hotel Grand Chancellor Townsville

4.5 star property
9.4 km from Picnic Bay Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"Location was good"
United States
Yvonne
The price is RM444
RM488 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
Hotel Grand Chancellor Townsville
Exterior
Clarion Hotel Townsville

Clarion Hotel Townsville

4.5 star property
9.6 km from Picnic Bay Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (289)
"A good place to stay and within walking distance of all we needed. "
Australia
Paul
The price is RM333
RM367 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Clarion Hotel Townsville
In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains
Quest Townsville on Eyre

Quest Townsville on Eyre

4.5 star property
8.7 km from Picnic Bay Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (281)
"Staff were super friendly and were able to give me extra time to check out. Great help with the area as well and local events. Thank you! "
Australia
Jacqui
The price is RM413
RM454 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Dec - 13 Dec
Quest Townsville on Eyre
Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Seahaven Resort

Seahaven Resort

3.0 star property
8.5 km from Picnic Bay Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (195)
"Great place to stay "
Australia
Paul
The price is RM387
RM426 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Dec - 6 Dec
Seahaven Resort
In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi
BIG4 Tasman Holiday Parks - Rowes Bay

BIG4 Tasman Holiday Parks - Rowes Bay

3.0 star property
8.8 km from Picnic Bay Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (221)
"Clean room, lovely staff "
Australia
Kylie
The price is RM350
RM350 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
BIG4 Tasman Holiday Parks - Rowes Bay
Living area
Park Regis Anchorage

Park Regis Anchorage

4.0 star property
9.3 km from Picnic Bay Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (750)
"A lovely stay"
Australia
bill
The price is RM343
RM378 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
Park Regis Anchorage
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Top Picnic Bay Beach Hotel Reviews

Island Leisure Resort

Island Leisure Resort

10/10 Excellent
"Super friendly and helpful staff, everything I needed in the accommodation, clean. Close to everything in Nelly Bay"
Annette 2-night trip
Posted 1 month ago
Island Leisure Resort
Tropical Palms

Tropical Palms

10/10 Excellent
"Nice and clean"
Warren 1-night trip
Posted 2 months ago
Tropical Palms

Hotels near other Picnic Bay Beach attractions

Magnetic Island Golf Course

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 top-notch restaurants.
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Nelly Bay Habitat Reserve

4.5/5 (8 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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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 42 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, Tropical Palms is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data. Other good choices within 5 miles include Serenity on Magnetic and Nomads Magnetic Island - Hostel.
How many hotels can I expect to find near Picnic Bay Beach?
Expedia has 42 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 Conservation Park 2 and Horseshoe Bay Lagoon Conservation Park. Enjoy a stroll along the shore at Alma Bay, Horseshoe Bay Beach and Nelly Bay Beach. Enjoy nature at Alma Bay Beach, Arthur Bay Beach or Pallarenda.