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Our top choices for Picnic Bay hostels

A pool area with a wooden deck, lounge chairs, and a covered seating area surrounded by trees.

1. Bounce Magnetic Island

Bounce Magnetic Island
3.0 star property
Horseshoe Bay
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (82 reviews)
"This is an excellent place to experience a tropical island. Peaceful relaxing and a friendly happy atmosphere. Staff were great, amenities were clean facilities like bar pool and kitchen really good."
Australia
Robert
The price is ￥13,897
￥15,513 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Bounce Magnetic Island
Lobby sitting area

2. Avenues Xchange

Avenues Xchange
1.0 star property
Hermit Park
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (100 reviews)
"Great staff, beautiful house"
Australia
Zoe
The price is ￥8,079
￥8,987 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Avenues Xchange
A coastal property with two wooden buildings on stilts, overlooking the ocean.

3. Nomads Magnetic Island - Hostel

Nomads Magnetic Island - Hostel
2.0 star property
Nelly Bay
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (67 reviews)
"Friendly staff and amazing views !!"
Australia
Evyenia
The price is ￥32,032
￥35,384 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Nomads Magnetic Island - Hostel
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Top Picnic Bay Hotel Reviews

Madison Ocean Breeze

Madison Ocean Breeze

8/10 Good
"Room is functional with bedside lamps with wireless charging and new TV that has streaming capabilities. wifi worked fine only gripe was the overly soft beds. There isn’t anything you can do when the bed is too soft, except maybe sleep on the floor"
Trevor 1-night trip
Posted 7 hours ago
Madison Ocean Breeze

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Picnic Bay Hostels information

Number of reviews
249
Accommodation
4 Hostels
Lowest Price
￥8,987
Highest Price
￥35,384

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Picnic Bay?
Good weather's always better when you're discovering new places, so here's some information about the seasons: The hottest months are usually December and January with an average temp of 80°F, while the coldest months are July and August with an average of 68°F. The rainiest months in Picnic Bay are January, February, March, and December, with each month seeing an average of 9 inches of rainfall.
What is there to see and do in Picnic Bay?
Generally, Picnic Bay is known for its marina, fishing, and beaches. Get out into nature with places like Magnetic Island National Park, Picnic Bay Beach, and Bolger Bay Nature Refuge. Cultural attractions include Jezzine Barracks, Museum of Tropical Queensland, and Army Museum North Queensland. Locals like to shop at Willows Shopping Centre and Horseshoe Bay Markets.
What's the best way to get to and around Picnic Bay while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in Picnic Bay on hand to make the most of your stay: You can fly into the nearest airport, which is Townsville, QLD (TSV), 7.1 mi (11.4 km) away from the city center.

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