Title: Base Backpackers Magnetic Island - Hostel - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=14641975&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Base Backpackers Magnetic Island - Hostel Travelers find natural beauty and relaxation at this island hostel, where an outdoor pool, on-site dining, and garden create a peaceful retreat from everyday life ## Photo gallery for Base Backpackers Magnetic Island - Hostel ![Dining - Base Backpackers Magnetic Island - Hostel (Nelly Bay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14650000/14642000/14641975/51eb0fd9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Room - Base Backpackers Magnetic Island - Hostel (Nelly Bay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14650000/14642000/14641975/078f149d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Base Backpackers Magnetic Island - Hostel (Nelly Bay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14650000/14642000/14641975/df3c8284.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Base Backpackers Magnetic Island - Hostel (Nelly Bay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14650000/14642000/14641975/d1cd6e36.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Base Backpackers Magnetic Island - Hostel (Nelly Bay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14650000/14642000/14641975/7864d301.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Base Backpackers Magnetic Island Hostel offers paradise with a garden setting and outdoor pool. Guests enjoy practical laundry facilities and meals at the on-site restaurant. Free self-parking adds convenience to this tranquil island stay. ## Reviews 6.0 ## Popular amenities - Pool - Parking included - Restaurant - Bar - Laundry ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Mar. 6 - Mar. 7](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-06&endDate=2026-03-07&selected=14641975&PinnedHotelID=14641975&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-06&endDate=2026-03-07&selected=14641975&PinnedHotelID=14641975&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Mar. 7 - Mar. 8](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-07&endDate=2026-03-08&selected=14641975&PinnedHotelID=14641975&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-07&endDate=2026-03-08&selected=14641975&PinnedHotelID=14641975&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Mar. 6 - Mar. 8](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-06&endDate=2026-03-08&selected=14641975&PinnedHotelID=14641975&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-06&endDate=2026-03-08&selected=14641975&PinnedHotelID=14641975&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Mar. 13 - Mar. 15](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-13&endDate=2026-03-15&selected=14641975&PinnedHotelID=14641975&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-13&endDate=2026-03-15&selected=14641975&PinnedHotelID=14641975&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Visit our Nelly Bay travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Nelly-Bay.dx6351561) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-19.17120%2C146.84651&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=g2EcxRYt0TcTc8ZFFZpnCziNgBU=) 1 Nelly Bay Road, Nelly Bay, QLD, 4819 ### What's nearby - ![Magnetic Island National Park which includes general coastal views, rocky coastline and a bay or harbour](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6217248/482d0bcf-80e7-4789-887e-01861ffc02bc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Magnetic Island National Park 1 min walk \- 0.1 km - Nelly Bay Beach 1 min walk \- 0.1 km - Nelly Bay Habitat Reserve 8 min walk \- 0.7 km - Massage on Magnetic 20 min walk \- 1.7 km - Magnetic Island Golf Course 1 min drive \- 1.2 km ### Getting around - Townsville Station 54 min drive - Townsville, QLD (TSV) 65 min drive ### Restaurants - Tiny Palm Coffee 15 min walk - Terasu 37 min drive - Granite 2 min drive - Ric's Woodfire Pizza 14 min walk - Spin Cafe 37 min drive ## About this property ### Base Backpackers Magnetic Island - Hostel Property highlights At Base Backpackers Magnetic Island - Hostel, you can look forward to a garden, laundry facilities, and a restaurant. Stay connected with WiFi in public areas (surcharge). 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Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Base Backpackers Magnetic Island - Hostel Reviews 6.0 All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 0 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews ### 6/10 Okay #### Verified traveller Oct 24, 2024 ##### Verified traveller Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024