Base Magnetic Island
1 Nelly Bay Road, Nelly Bay, Nelly Bay. ( 1.8 km from City Center. )
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About Base Magnetic Island
Base Backpackers Magnetic Island hostel is situated on the beach of Magnetic Island, only 20-minutes by ferry from Townsville. The Base Backpackers Hostel dorm and private double rooms are cleaned daily, with all beds made with fresh clean linen. The Magnetic Island hostel facilities and features include bar, barbecue facilities, bicycle hire, and a game room with billiards and foosball. There are nightly bar activities and no curfew/lockout. The Base Backpackers Magnetic Island Full Moon parties are held monthly with local and International DJ's on the decks. The passenger ferry leaves from Townsville to Magnetic Island 12 to 19 times a day.
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Room Types & Availability
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Superior guest experience at Base Magnetic Island
Base Magnetic Island is the most iconic backpacker accommodation in Australia. Situated literally on the beach on stunning Magnetic Island, you can swim on fringing Great Barrier Reef found a stones throw from your dorm room door.Facilities & Services
- Nightclub/DJ
- Tour desk
- Bowling
- Luggage storage
- Non-smoking rooms
- WiFi
- Process in place to check health of guests
- ATM/cash machine on site
- Smoke alarms
- Security alarm
- Snorkelling
- Evening entertainment
- Golf course (within 3 km)
- Internet services
- Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
- Daily housekeeping
- Shared kitchen
- Outdoor pool
- Free parking
- Happy hour
- Special diet menus (on request)
- Fax/photocopying
- Paid WiFi
- CCTV outside property
- Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
- Laundry
- Pool/beach towels
- Physical distancing rules followed
- Live sport events (broadcast)
- Cashless payment available
- Garden
- Board games/puzzles
- On-site parking
- Designated smoking area
- Fishing
- Bar
- Car hire
- Fire extinguishers
- Restaurant
- Parking
- Adult only
- Entertainment staff
- Invoice provided
- Air conditioning
- Sun terrace
- Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus
- CCTV in common areas
- Live music/performance
- Contactless check-in/check-out
- Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays
- Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas
- Hiking
- Beachfront
- First aid kit available
- Diving
- Swimming Pool
Hostels Policies
These are general property policies. As they may vary per room type, please also check the room description & availability| Internet | WiFi is available in public areas and costs AUD 4 per hour. |
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| Parking | Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed). |
| Pets | Pets are not allowed. |
| Children and extra bed policy | Children are not allowed. No cots are available. No extra beds are available. |
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accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
Payment & Cancellation Conditions
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to room type, for exact conditions please enter dates of your stay and check your selected room cancelation policy.
Latest Guest Experiences
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Nearby Restaurants and Shops
There are a variety of shops and restaurants near our accommodation - Base Magnetic Island. During your stay, you and your family or group can enjoy a short walk to these nearby destinations. Whether you like pizza, sandwiches, steaks or a little of everything. And, if you want to pick up some souvenirs or gifts in Nelly Bay, you'll find everything you need in the town's little boutiques and shops.
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