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Beached on Magnetic, Picnic Bay

Beached on Magnetic, Picnic Bay

Picnic Bay QLD
With a stay at this vacation home in Picnic Bay, you'll be on the beach, just a 4-minute walk from Picnic Bay Beach and 7 minutes by foot from Magnetic Island ...
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The Ville Resort - Casino

The Ville Resort - Casino

4.5 out of 5
Sir Leslie Thiess Drive Townsville QLD
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$225 per night from 4 Jan to 5 Jan
AU$225
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
includes taxes & fees
Located in Townsville, The Ville Resort - Casino is connected to the convention center, within a 15-minute walk of Magnetic Island Ferry Terminal and Museum ...
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Madison Plaza Townsville

Madison Plaza Townsville

4 out of 5
409 Flinders St. Townsville QLD
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The price is AU$113 per night from 5 Jan to 6 Jan
AU$113
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
includes taxes & fees
With a stay at Madison Plaza Townsville, you'll be centrally located in Townsville, within a 10-minute walk of Catholic Diocese of Townsville and Castle ...
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Grand Hotel and Apartments Townsville

Grand Hotel and Apartments Townsville

4.5 out of 5
8-10 Palmer Street South Townsville QLD
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The price is AU$159 per night from 30 Dec to 31 Dec
AU$159
30 Dec - 31 Dec
includes taxes & fees
A stay at Grand Hotel and Apartments Townsville places you in the heart of Townsville, within a 5-minute walk of Maritime Museum of Townsville and Perc Tucker ...
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Aquarius on the Beach

Aquarius on the Beach

4 out of 5
75 The Strand North Ward QLD
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The price is AU$150 per night from 30 Dec to 31 Dec
AU$150
30 Dec - 31 Dec
includes taxes & fees
With a stay at Aquarius on the Beach, you'll be centrally located in Townsville, a 5-minute walk from Strand Park and a 3-minute drive from Magnetic Island Ferry ...
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The Palmer Collective

The Palmer Collective

4 out of 5
12 14 Palmer Street South Townsville QLD
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The price is AU$170 per night from 30 Dec to 31 Dec
AU$170
30 Dec - 31 Dec
includes taxes & fees
With a stay at The Palmer Collective in Townsville (South Townsville), you'll be a 3-minute walk from Maritime Museum of Townsville and 5 minutes by foot from ...
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Oaks Townsville Hotel

Oaks Townsville Hotel

4.5 out of 5
81 Palmer Street South Townsville QLD
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The price is AU$161 per night from 30 Dec to 31 Dec
AU$161
30 Dec - 31 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Located in Townsville (South Townsville), Oaks Townsville Hotel is a 4-minute walk from Maritime Museum of Townsville and 12 minutes by foot from Perc Tucker ...
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Rambutan Resort

Rambutan Resort

5 out of 5
113 - 119 Flinders Street Townsville QLD
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The price is AU$134 per night from 25 Jan to 26 Jan
AU$134
25 Jan - 26 Jan 2026
includes taxes & fees
A stay at Rambutan Resort places you in the heart of Townsville, steps from Museum of Tropical Queensland and 2 minutes by foot from Cultural Centre ...
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Rydges Southbank Townsville

Rydges Southbank Townsville

3.5 out of 5
23 Palmer Street South Townsville QLD
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The price is AU$171 per night from 19 Jan to 20 Jan
AU$171
19 Jan - 20 Jan 2026
includes taxes & fees
A stay at Rydges Southbank Townsville places you in the heart of Townsville, within a 5-minute drive of Castle Hill and Magnetic Island Ferry Terminal.
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Hotels in Picnic Bay

Taxes. Bills. Trying to cook meals other than 2-minute noodles and cheese toasties. Adulting is hard, so why not escape to Picnic Bay? Crash at one of our 11 amazing hotels within 5 kilometres of the action and forget about all those grown-up responsibilities.

The Grand Mercure Apartments Magnetic Island and Peppers Blue on Blue are just a few of several digs that are not far from the downtown vibe.

Set up shop in South Townsville, which is 10 kilometres from the centre area. It boasts 9 accommodation options available. To live it up here, check out the Quest Townsville and Grand Hotel and Apartments Townsville. You could also get a place in The Strand, which is 9 kilometres from the middle. It has 7 available hotels. A few of the best picks in this area are the Aquarius on the Beach and Beach House Motel.

Show your rivals how it's done with a game of golf at Magnetic Island Golf Course. If you're wanting to spend a night or two close by, look no further than Island Leisure Resort and Base Magnetic Island Hostel Easy as! Even if you aren't staying at Arcadia Village, you may still be able to view the interior if you make arrangements. You'll be able to check it out whenever you fancy, especially if you're crashing at the Tropical Palms and Cstay.

After more options? The Mariners North Holiday Apartments is situated 9 kilometres away from the main central district, and the Itara Apartments is 20 kilometres away. We'd also recommend the Oaks Gateway on Palmer and The Ville Resort - Casino. The first is 10 kilometres away from the center, while the latter is 9 kilometres away.

Attractions and Hotels Near Picnic Bay

Just can't keep those feet still? If you're furiously nodding in agreement, then set off and discover the highlights of the wider Queensland region. Craft workshops and farms are some popular attractions that should be on your cannot-miss list. If amazing scenery is more your thang, roam around the region's beaches, rainforest and tablelands. Additionally, if you’ve always wanted to go hiking, you'll have the chance to in this part of Australia.

Need more options? Hole up like a rockstar in Brandon (just try not to trash the joint). Sitting 70 kilometres away and home to Nelsons Lagoon Park and the Ayr Golf Course, it's sure to be an unforgettable trip! Some of our recommended Brandon hotel options are the Ayr Travellers Motel and Ayr Max Motel. 90 kilometres to the northwest of Picnic Bay you'll find Ingham, home to the Lees Hotel and Herbert Valley Motel. Should you choose to stay in Ingham, make sure you visit the Ingham Memorial Botanical Gardens and Rotary Park.

Totally stressing cos you haven't got anywhere to stay when you land? Don't worry, last minute is what we do best! You'll find the Quest Townsville on Eyre a short taxi ride from Townsville Airport, which is 11 kilometres from downtown Picnic Bay.

Picnic Bay hotels essential information

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Beached on Magnetic, Picnic Bay, The Ville Resort - Casino, Madison Plaza Townsville, Grand Hotel and Apartments Townsville, Aquarius on the Beach, The Palmer Collective, Oaks Townsville Hotel, Rambutan Resort, Rydges Southbank Townsville

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