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Grand Mercure Apartments Magnetic Island

Grand Mercure Apartments Magnetic Island

4.0 star property
Nelly Bay
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 ￥28,036
￥30,840 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 22 - Dec 23
Grand Mercure Apartments Magnetic Island
2 outdoor pools
Peppers Blue on Blue

Peppers Blue on Blue

4.0 star property
Nelly Bay
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (845)
"Fantastic room with beautiful view over the harbour. Very friendly and helpful staff everywhere in the complex. Breakfast was excellent - hot food was hot and not dried up, and there was a very good choice of cereals, pastries and fruit. Would have no hesitation in recommending and would love to have been able to spend more time here. "
United Kingdom
Andrew
The price is ￥24,651
￥24,651 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 14 - Dec 15
Peppers Blue on Blue
Outdoor pool
Amaroo on Mandalay

Amaroo on Mandalay

3.0 star property
Nelly Bay
7.6 out of 10, Good, (33)
"Good place to stay"
Australia
Troy
The price is ￥20,722
￥22,880 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 9 - Jan 10, 2026
Amaroo on Mandalay
Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board
Aquarius on the Beach

Aquarius on the Beach

4.0 star property
North Ward
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1005)
"Great location and view from the room"
Australia
Verna
The price is ￥14,534
￥15,987 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Aquarius on the Beach
View from property
The Ville Resort - Casino

The Ville Resort - Casino

4.5 star property
Townsville
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1001)
"Really lovely to stay with a beautiful pool."
Australia
Tram
The price is ￥24,848
￥27,333 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 22 - Dec 23
The Ville Resort - Casino
TV, iPod dock
Allure Hotel & Apartments

Allure Hotel & Apartments

4.5 star property
South Townsville
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (751)
"Great city and great staff!"
Australia
Haili
The price is ￥13,244
￥14,568 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 15 - Dec 16
Allure Hotel & Apartments
Ocean Corner Suite | Terrace/patio
Ardo

Ardo

4.0 star property
Townsville
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (293)
"Clean , great location by the water , honest and friendly staff. Wonderful stay "
Australia
Nadia
The price is ￥29,111
￥32,208 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 16 - Dec 17
Ardo
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Rydges Southbank Townsville

Rydges Southbank Townsville

3.5 star property
South Townsville
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1001)
"Nice hotel "
United Kingdom
Vannessa
The price is ￥16,047
￥17,652 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 1 - Jan 2, 2026
Rydges Southbank Townsville
Pet Friendly Room | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
The Robert Towns

The Robert Towns

4.0 star property
Townsville
7.4 out of 10, Good, (806)
"Welcoming staff, clean room"
Australia
Christopher
The price is ￥17,079
￥18,787 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 23 - Dec 24
The Robert Towns
Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Seahaven Resort

Seahaven Resort

3.0 star property
Belgian Gardens
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (201)
"Great place to stay "
Australia
Paul
The price is ￥13,669
￥15,139 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 15 - Dec 16
Seahaven Resort
Outdoor spa tub
Oaks Townsville Gateway Suites

Oaks Townsville Gateway Suites

4.0 star property
South Townsville
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1210)
"Great hotel for the price and area. Will be back!"
Australia
Siegfried Robert
The price is ￥19,510
￥19,510 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 14 - Dec 15
Oaks Townsville Gateway Suites
Front of property
Beach House Motel

Beach House Motel

3.5 star property
North Ward
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 ￥12,792
￥14,153 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 16 - Dec 17
Beach House Motel
Reception
The Palmer Collective

The Palmer Collective

4.0 star property
South Townsville
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (789)
"Always a great place to stay with clean rooms and great staff"
Australia
Denis
The price is ￥13,354
￥14,751 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 19 - Dec 20
The Palmer Collective
Lobby lounge
Hotel Grand Chancellor Townsville

Hotel Grand Chancellor Townsville

4.5 star property
Townsville
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"Location was good"
United States
Yvonne
The price is ￥16,878
￥18,566 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 28 - Dec 29
Hotel Grand Chancellor Townsville
Superior Studio | Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk
Belmoral Corporate Suites

Belmoral Corporate Suites

5.0 star property
South Townsville
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (194)
"Convenient location, helpful staff, great facilities."
Australia
Tony
The price is ￥13,627
￥15,053 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 3 - Jan 4, 2026
Belmoral Corporate Suites
Ensuite Villa (Studio) | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi
BIG4 Tasman Holiday Parks - Rowes Bay

BIG4 Tasman Holiday Parks - Rowes Bay

3.0 star property
Belgian Gardens
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (221)
"Clean room, lovely staff "
Australia
Kylie
The price is ￥13,669
￥13,669 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 22 - Dec 23
BIG4 Tasman Holiday Parks - Rowes Bay
Outdoor pool
Raintree Motel

Raintree Motel

3.0 star property
Hermit Park
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (329)
"Clean room"
Australia
Humraj Singh
The price is ￥12,436
￥13,745 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 3 - Jan 4, 2026
Raintree Motel
Cafe
Madison Plaza Townsville

Madison Plaza Townsville

4.0 star property
Townsville
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1004)
"Very friendly staff, I was able to book a room last minute check in early. Ver comfortable and clean room for the price. Very convenient location close to woollies and restaurants. Will visit again"
Australia
Wycliff
The price is ￥11,167
￥12,284 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 16 - Dec 17
Madison Plaza Townsville
Outdoor pool, sun loungers
City Oasis Inn Townsville, SureStay Collection by BW

City Oasis Inn Townsville, SureStay Collection by BW

4.0 star property
Townsville
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (532)
"staff were really helpful, providing good information on the town. Easy to park, room was good and spacious, clean. "
United Kingdom
Iain
The price is ￥13,924
￥15,316 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 15 - Dec 16
City Oasis Inn Townsville, SureStay Collection by BW
Outdoor pool, free cabanas, pool umbrellas
Rambutan Resort

Rambutan Resort

5.0 star property
Townsville
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (782)
"Excellent customer service and support "
Australia
Sheena
The price is ￥13,559
￥14,915 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 14 - Dec 15
Rambutan Resort
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Stay near popular Picnic Bay 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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Learn more about Picnic Bay

This tranquil Magnetic Island beach offers calm swimming waters and a historic jetty perfect for fishing and sunset views. Rent a kayak to explore the bay's crystal-clear waters or enjoy fresh seafood at the relaxed beachfront cafes.

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Picnic Bay featuring a small town or village, boating and a bay or harbor

Top Picnic Bay Hotel Reviews

Hotel Grand Chancellor Townsville

Hotel Grand Chancellor Townsville

10/10 Excellent
"Great hotel"
Carl 2-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Hotel Grand Chancellor Townsville

More cheap stays in Picnic Bay

Summit Motel

Summit Motel

6 Victoria Street Townsville QLD
The price is ￥13,640 per night from Dec 16 to Dec 17
￥13,640
￥15,076 total
Dec 16 - Dec 17
includes taxes & fees
8.6/10 Excellent! (388 reviews)

Frequently asked questions

What's the best place to stay in Picnic Bay?
Located 6.2 mi (10 km) from the heart of Picnic Bay, Madison Plaza Townsville is a top choice for your stay based on our traveler data. Two other options for your stay in the area are The Ville Resort - Casino and The Palmer Collective. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Picnic Bay.
What are some of the best vacation rentals in Picnic Bay?
Beached on Magnetic, Picnic Bay: This Picnic Bay vacation home rental is located on the beach and has a balcony, a garden, and a barbecue grill to put you at ease in your new surroundings. Kitchen amenities include a dishwasher, a fridge, and a stovetop. Another good choice for your trip to Picnic Bay is ISLAND ADVENTURE HOLIDAY HOUSE. See all vacation rentals in Picnic Bay.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Picnic Bay, will I receive a refund?
Yes, you'll find most hotel room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Picnic Bay.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Picnic Bay?
For more information about updating your trip to Picnic Bay or cancelling it, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.
What's the best place to stay near Magnetic Island Golf Course?
Adjacent to Magnetic Island Golf Course, Serenity on Magnetic is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this 4-star apartment offers an outdoor pool and free parking. Another good option is Cstay, located just 0.3 mi (0.6 km) away.
What are some accommodations with pools in Picnic Bay?
The Ville Resort - Casino: Features 3 restaurants, a pool, and a full-service spa. Beached on Magnetic, Picnic Bay and The Palmer Collective are two additional hotels that offer an onsite pool. View all hotels with pools in Picnic Bay.
What is the best spa hotel in Picnic Bay?
Tropical Palms is a highly recommended spa hotel with an outdoor pool. Enjoy a massage at the on-site spa. See all spa hotels in Picnic Bay.
What is the best hotel near Townsville, QLD Airport (TSV)?
Mercure Townsville is a popular 3.5-star hotel featuring a restaurant and an outdoor pool. It's located a short 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Townsville, QLD Airport. Other good choices close to the airport are Seagulls Resort and Dalrymple Hotel.
How is it to stay in Picnic Bay?
Visitors to Picnic Bay are sure to enjoy the beaches. Tourists can also enjoy the city's golf courses and gardens. In Picnic Bay, there are 39 hotels and other accommodations to choose from. Find out more about Picnic Bay.
What should I see while I'm in Picnic Bay?
Natural beauty is on display at Magnetic Island National Park, Picnic Bay Beach, and Rocky Bay. A couple of additional sights to add to your agenda are Magnetic Island Golf Course and Bolger Bay Nature Refuge. Check out what more to see and do in Expedia's Picnic Bay guide.
What's the weather like in Picnic Bay?
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.

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