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Bounce Magnetic Island

3.0 star property
Hostel in Horseshoe Bay with an outdoor pool and a restaurant

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Relax in a shaded outdoor space surrounded by lush greenery and tropical plants.
Experience the charm of a vintage bus conversion, featuring a cozy seating area with a wooden bench and cushioned chair.
Relax by the serene pool surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.
Situated in a serene natural setting, this charming building features a simple open-air deck and a wooden entrance.
Relax in our communal space with wooden tables and chairs, perfect for casual dining or meetings.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

Map
40 Horseshoe Bay Rd, Horseshoe Bay, QLD, 4819
  • Horseshoe Bay Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Magnetic Island National Park
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Magnetic Island Conservation Park 2
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Townsville, QLD (TSV)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Compact Room (Twin), Shared Bathroom

Two single beds with unique headboards, a sloped ceiling, and a bedside table with a lamp create a warm and inviting space.

Compact Room (Twin), Shared Bathroom

  • 97 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Compact Private Room, Shared Bathroom

Relax in this loft-style room with a large bed, bedside tables, and a window offering a view of lush greenery.

Compact Private Room, Shared Bathroom

  • 97 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Room (Queen), Private Bathroom

Cozy retreat with a large bed, bedside tables, and a ceiling fan.

Standard Room (Queen), Private Bathroom

  • 248 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Family Room, Private Bathroom

Cozy retreat with a central bed and two bunk beds, a desk for work or study, and a ceiling fan for ventilation.

Family Room, Private Bathroom

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 248 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

About the neighborhood

Horseshoe Bay

Bounce Magnetic Island places you next to Horseshoe Bay Lagoon Conservation Park and within a 5-minute walk of Magnetic Island National Park. This 3-star hostel has 51 guestrooms and offers conveniences like a restaurant, an outdoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.
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What's nearby

  • Horseshoe Bay Beach - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Magnetic Island National Park - 1 min drive - 0.0 miles
  • Alma Bay - 5 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Magnetic Island Conservation Park 2 - 8 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Magnetic Island Golf Course - 11 min drive - 6.3 miles

Getting around

  • Townsville Station - 61 min drive
  • Townsville, QLD (TSV) - 72 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Scallywags Cafe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Adele's Cafe - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Rock Wallabies - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪SOS - Stuffed on Seafood - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Boardwalk Restaurant and Bar - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Bounce Magnetic Island

Hostel in Horseshoe Bay with an outdoor pool and a restaurant
Guests of Bounce Magnetic Island enjoy features like an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and laundry facilities. Front-desk staff can assist with dry cleaning/laundry and luggage storage. This smoke-free hostel also has an ATM.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Housekeeping is available once per stay.
Recreational amenities at the hostel include an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: AUD 20 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Ecotours
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (once per stay)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

  • Towels fee: AUD 6 per person, per night

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately AUD 20 per person

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-10:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Selina Magnetic Island
Bounce Magnetic Horseshoe
Roamer Magnetic Island Koala Park
Bounce Magnetic Island Horseshoe Bay
Bounce Magnetic Island Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Bounce Magnetic Island?

Bounce Magnetic Island offers free cancellation on select room rates. For more details, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What is there to do close to Bounce Magnetic Island?

Located steps from Magnetic Island National Park, this hostel is in Horseshoe Bay, and within a 10-minute walk of Horseshoe Bay Beach and Horseshoe Bay Lagoon Conservation Park. You'll also find Magnetic Island Conservation Park 2 and Arthur Bay Beach within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Bounce Magnetic Island?

No, there isn't parking available at the hostel.

Does Bounce Magnetic Island include a casino at the property?

No, Bounce Magnetic Island doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Bounce Magnetic Island?

No, this hostel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

What do couples enjoy most about Bounce Magnetic Island?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hostel, including an outdoor pool, a bar, and a restaurant.

Does Bounce Magnetic Island have a hot tub?

No, this hostel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Bounce Magnetic Island have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Bounce Magnetic Island serves continental breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Will Bounce Magnetic Island allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Bounce Magnetic Island though service animals are welcome.

Does Bounce Magnetic Island have connecting rooms?

No, this hostel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from Bounce Magnetic Island?

The closest major airport to Bounce Magnetic Island is Townsville, QLD (TSV), which is 17.9 mi away (72 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Bounce Magnetic Island?

No, there aren't any rooms with balconies at Bounce Magnetic Island.

Bounce Magnetic Island Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 38 out of 58 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 58 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 58 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 58 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 58 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Ross

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

JONATHAN H

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice ,relaxing place Lovely swimming pool,good food. Pet friendly
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

simon

Traveled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Unfortunately the staff on the front desk are not informed about the islands important information. They could not answer any questions we had for them. And the guy i spoke to the day before i arrived told me there was no comunal kitcken. And there was when i arrived/ which aslo is not on your website.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful grounds, and we loved our cabin. It felt roomy and cozy at the same time. It was great having our own tea kettle, coffee and refrigerator. The staff were always available and we loved the option of coming down to the main area for coffee and/or breakfast, lunch, drinks, dinner etc. We loved the variety of travelers playing pool, cards, ping pong and chatting. Beautifully decrated with custom mural and tapestries.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacinta

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay! Friendly staff, relaxing common areas, loads of activities, and convenient transport options.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness
Lovely stay in the cabin! Fridge and AC in the room which was perfect! Events on each night if you want to get involved. Close to a bus stop and walking distance to the beach. Staff were all lovely and helpful. The bathrooms were fine for us but not particularly clean even after their daily clean. Slight downside was guests do not keep the communal kitchen clean and a lot of the gas hobs don’t work. Would definitely recommend staying here in the cabins! I would not recommend staying in the glamping tent as they are currently being treated for mould.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Annie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Dean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The facilities were clean and tidy. Lovely staff and there was even a Koala in the tree just out side my hut. A very relaxing stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Koala behind out tent!

This place has a lovely, chilled vibe. We heard a koala out the back of our tent around 5.30am (grunting quietly) so we got out slowly and watched it climb the tree and eat. Magical early morning moment!!. We stayed in a glamping tent - it was basic but had a proper bed, side tables, bean bag and lights. Loved it here, wanted to stay longer. Will be back.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laszlo

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tegan

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fun comfortable accommodation. Close to bus stop. Easy walk to beach, cafes, restaurants and bars.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Russell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a really friendly place that encouraged social activities. A really great vibe.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Massimiliano

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Michelle

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Selina’s had a great vibe, it was relaxed and very enjoyable. The activities on offer were great. Our whole family enjoyed it. Magnetic Island is fantastic!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Michelle

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great vibe at this hotel. The place was great for families.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nadine

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
great location - lovely staff and a positive family vibe. food was delicious and good value
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Divina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a beautiful spot tucked inside nature. The cabin we booked had some small issues which I presume came from wear and tear but at the price, they should be sorted. The bathroom and toilet doors were stiff and hard to manipulate. The AC/heater was so frustrating to operate. The fan switch didnt work properly. All that aside, this place was so convenient and cosy. The communal kitchen had all the amenities one would need. It was kept ckean and tidy. Having the var there where we could have a drink aftwr a long day of exploring waa perfect. And being able to just order a meal if too lazy to cook was added bonus. The place had the most relaxed vibe and you couldnt help but wallow in holiday mode
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

AD

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Bus stop out the front door
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Liked: Amenities
Had a fantastic stay in a glamping tent. Could have had more bedding as it was a little cool at night. Facilities were great. Hired a car but there is a bus stop out the front. Great social area with pool table. Lots of wildlife around. Would stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Lauren, St Marys

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in the family cabin with our 4 children. We all enjoyed our stay. The room had its own toilet and shower, a small fridge and tea/coffee facilities. Though the bed had sheets and pillows, there was no blankets so we were a little cold during the night. The lounge area was popular with the kids, they loved the beanbags and hammocks. The pool area was well equiped with bean bags, hammocks and plenty of shade from surrounding trees. The bar was only staffed by one person on the Saturday night, so waiting for people to order food and drinks was lengthy. Bar staff also had to clear the floor from empty glasses and plates which also added to the wait. Karaoke was a great! The food was the biggest let down. And without sounding too harsh, it was pathetic what we got served. My son order the hummus and pita, the tiniest pot of hummus was served, it was ridiculous. The pita tasted stale. My salad was just some lettuce, small amount of cucumber and some chickpeas. A really crappy attempt for the price I paid. The burgers we order were also burnt to a crisp and it appeared the beef patty had been split in 2 to make the 2 burgers. The man working in the kitchen that night seemed like I was inconveniencing him by asking him dietary questions about the sauce, which he could not answer. Inconsistencies in the labelling on the menu left me confused. One item with garlic aioIi labelled vegetarian, another with garlic aioli labelled vegan?! Man working kitchen could not be certain.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cameron

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Niall

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Not the usual selina standard

Room was nice, location was great and desk staff were helpful but the place was really poorly run. The kitchen was tiny for the number of people, lots of things were faulty and was really poorly stocked with crockery. The bar had ran out of drink and the kitchen had ran out of food. Being on an island isn't really an excuse for that, it's only a 40 minute ferry ride to townsville. Some of our friends were in a room (a 4 person dorm on an old bus) which had no lock which was a little odd. In some cheaper hostels this might be fine, but people often pay a premium to stay in selinas
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Joshua

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023