The Best Cheap Hotels in Horseshoe Bay from ￥16,495 in 2026

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Private Glamping, Shared Bathroom | WiFi (free), bed sheets

1. Bounce Magnetic Island

Horseshoe Bay

Robert

￥15,187

￥16,706 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 23 - Sep 24

2. True North Bed & Breakfast

Horseshoe Bay

Woody

￥22,675

￥25,062 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 23 - Sep 24

Family Studio | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, electric kettle, toaster

Deluxe Studio | Iron/ironing board, alarm clocks, bed sheets

3. Amaroo Rainforest Resort

Nelly Bay

Korrie

￥14,982

￥16,495 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 23 - Sep 24

4. Peppers Blue on Blue

Nelly Bay

Jason

￥31,952

￥31,952 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Ocean Front Apartment | Terrace/patio

1 Bedroom Resort View Apartment | View from room

4 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

Espresso maker, full-size fridge, microwave, oven

5. Grand Mercure Apartments Magnetic Island

Nelly Bay

Jim

￥33,771

￥37,326 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 23 - Sep 24

Double or Twin Room (Hotel Room - Unit 1312) | Water view

Studio (Unit 1311) | In-room safe, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)

6. Absolute Waterfront Magnetic Island

Nelly Bay

David

￥34,634

￥47,035 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

Standard Room, Shared Bathroom, Ocean View | Iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free), bed sheets

7. Nomads Magnetic Island - Hostel

Nelly Bay

Evyenia

￥31,690

￥35,061 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

Superior Double or Twin Room (Tent 7) | Living area

Deluxe Suite (Tent 3) | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, laptop workspace

8. Magnetic Glamping

Nelly Bay

Susan

￥50,319

￥55,465 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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Top Horseshoe Bay Hotel Reviews

Aquarius on the Beach

8/10 Good

"Fast simple check in, great location and views. Rooms clean, comfortsble but in need of update."

Hotel Allen

10/10 Excellent

"Clran"

The Ville Resort - Casino

10/10 Excellent

"Dry good thank you"

Holiday Inn Townsville by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Wonderful Stay, Really enjoyed"

Frequently asked questions

What is Horseshoe Bay like for travelers on a budget?

Horseshoe Bay offers cheap accommodation options and a range of things to see and do, making it a budget-friendly vacation choice. You can find ways to save money while getting to know this destination, which is home to attractions like Magnetic Island National Park, Horseshoe Bay Beach, and Magnetic Island Conservation Park 2.

What's the best budget-friendly accommodation in Horseshoe Bay?

Based on our traveler reviews, Bounce Magnetic Island is a top choice for a less expensive stay.

When is the best time for a budget trip to Horseshoe Bay?

Weather is probably a major factor when you plan your trip to Horseshoe Bay, and keep in mind that cheaper options are usually available when the weather isn't as good. 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 Horseshoe 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 Horseshoe Bay?

You don't need to spend a lot to find things to see and do in Horseshoe Bay. You can budget for the local attractions that interest you most, and then make time for sights and activities that cost very little. If you're looking to enjoy the area's natural beauty, you can get outdoors at Magnetic Island National Park, Horseshoe Bay Beach, or Magnetic Island Conservation Park 2.

How can I get to Horseshoe Bay and get around on a budget?

Scoping out the transportation options in Horseshoe Bay can help keep you on budget. The closest airport is Townsville, QLD (TSV), situated 9.9 mi (16 km) away. However, if that doesn't suit your budget, you can arrange flights in and out of Palm Island, QLD (PMK), which is 31.7 mi (51 km) away. Horseshoe Bay might not have very many public transit options to choose from so a car rental could be an economical alternative to explore more of the area.

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Our top choices for Horseshoe Bay cheap hotels

1. Bounce Magnetic Island

2. True North Bed & Breakfast

3. Amaroo Rainforest Resort

4. Peppers Blue on Blue

5. Grand Mercure Apartments Magnetic Island

6. Absolute Waterfront Magnetic Island

7. Nomads Magnetic Island - Hostel

8. Magnetic Glamping

9. Seahaven Resort

10. Mercure Townsville

Top Horseshoe Bay Hotel Reviews

Aquarius on the Beach

Hotel Allen

The Ville Resort - Casino

Holiday Inn Townsville by IHG

Frequently asked questions

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Find Cheap Hotels in Horseshoe Bay

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Treat yourself

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Check availability on Horseshoe Bay Cheap Hotels

Our top choices for Horseshoe Bay cheap hotels

1. Bounce Magnetic Island

2. True North Bed & Breakfast

3. Amaroo Rainforest Resort

4. Peppers Blue on Blue

5. Grand Mercure Apartments Magnetic Island

6. Absolute Waterfront Magnetic Island

7. Nomads Magnetic Island - Hostel

8. Magnetic Glamping

9. Seahaven Resort

10. Mercure Townsville

Top Horseshoe Bay Hotel Reviews

Aquarius on the Beach

Hotel Allen

The Ville Resort - Casino

Holiday Inn Townsville by IHG

Frequently asked questions

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