We are located in the beautiful Nelly Bay - a favourite area on Magnetic Island. Come experience the luxury of a Great Barrier Reef hotel with all the comforts of home. Our Beachside Apartments hold a 4.5 star AAA Tourism Accredited rating.
Easily accessible from Townsville, Magnetic Island presents a striking landscape of massive granite boulders, towering hoop pines, scenic sandy bays and fringing reefs. The island is noted for its abundant wildlife and varied history. Explore the island's most picturesque spots via a 36-kilometre network of walking tracks. Look for koalas, rock wallabies, possums and a variety of birds. Swim or snorkel in secluded sandy bays and explore diverse reef and fish life. Go sailing.
Beachside Magnetic Island is just a 25 minute ferry ride from Townsville. Sealink Ferries depart Townsville to Magnetic Island up to 18 times a day during the week and 17 times on weekends. Bookings are not necessary.
The Townsville airport is only 10 minutes to Townsville CBD and the ferry and barge terminals. You can catch a bus or book a taxi.
Sun Bus operates buses on Magnetic Island, you can learn more here https://translink.com.au/.
Magnetic Island’s tropical lifestyle and secluded beaches also offers easy access to the Great Barrier Reef. Its clear waters provide some of the best diving and snorkelling anywhere in the world. The short boat ride from Beachside Magnetic Island makes our accommodation the ideal accommodation option for those hoping to explore the reef.
From your apartment enjoy water views across Nelly Bay Harbour and out to Cleveland Bay. Choose to stay in either our one-bedroom, two-bedroom or three-bedroom apartments. Experience luxury as you cook in our stylish kitchen that opens directly onto the deck for outdoor dining pleasure.
Our two-story apartments feature the natural look of timber, with a polished staircase and flooring on the second floor. Along with granite bench tops, the apartment offers European brand stainless steel oven, grill, ceramic hot plates and range hood. We offer the perfect combination of quality, style and practicality.
Nelly Bay is Magnetic Island's main residential bay and the first point of access to the island for passengers. This area has the island’s main shopping centre along with a primary school, church and swimming pool. Before departing, explore the island's picturesque spots and hire a bike or car from the transport facilities near the terminal. Tour operators also meet ferries here so hop on for a guided tour of the Great Barrier Reef.
