Bounce Magnetic Island

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

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Outdoor dining
Reception
Bus Bunkhouse
Outdoor pool
6 Bed Mixed Community Dorm

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included
  • Laundry
The current price is NZ$178
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct

Explore the area

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

Room options

Compact Room (Twin), Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Compact Private Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Room (Queen), Private Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Private bathroom
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Family Room, Private Bathroom

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Private bathroom
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

About the area

Horseshoe Bay

Bounce Magnetic Island places you steps from Horseshoe Bay Lagoon Conservation Park and within a short 5-minute stroll of Magnetic Island National Park. Highlights at this hostel include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .At the hostel's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. Continental breakfast is available daily between 7:30 AM and 11:00 AM. .In proximity to this 3-property class Horseshoe Bay hostel you'll find Magnetic Island Ferry Terminal.

What's nearby

  • Horseshoe Bay Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Magnetic Island National Park - 1 min drive - 0.0 km
  • Alma Bay - 5 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Magnetic Island Conservation Park 2 - 8 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Magnetic Island Golf Course - 11 min drive - 10.1 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪The Bikini Tree Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Granite - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Rock Wallabies (Feeding) - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Tiny Palm Coffee - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪SOS - Stuffed On Seafood - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Bounce Magnetic Island

Hostel in Horseshoe Bay with outdoor pool and restaurant
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. Bounce Magnetic Island also features an outdoor pool, laundry facilities, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Horseshoe Bay hostel is smoke free.

  • 51 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Pool or billiards table
  • ATM
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Bounce Magnetic Island offers 51 accommodations. This Horseshoe Bay hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Bathrooms include a shower. Housekeeping is provided once per stay.

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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 transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:30 AM to 11:00 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)

Business services

  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • In a nature reserve

Accessibility

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

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Towels fee: AUD 6 per person, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately AUD 20 per person

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

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and outdoor lighting in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

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

What is the cancellation policy at Bounce Magnetic Island?

Bounce Magnetic Island offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Bounce Magnetic Island?

As of 26 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bounce Magnetic Island on 14 Oct 2025 start from NZ$178.39, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Bounce Magnetic Island?

Yep, Bounce Magnetic Island has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Bounce Magnetic Island?

Yep, Bounce Magnetic Island is a short 6-minute walk from Horseshoe Bay Beach. Fun beach activities include snorkelling.

Does Bounce Magnetic Island have a pool?

Bounce Magnetic Island has an outdoor pool.

Does Bounce Magnetic Island serve breakfast?

You bet, continental brekkie is on offer daily from 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Bounce Magnetic Island?

No, Bounce Magnetic Island does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Bounce Magnetic Island?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Bounce Magnetic Island?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Bounce Magnetic Island?

No, only service animals are allowed.