Grand Mercure Apartments Magnetic Island  

On Magnetic Island in Nelly Bay, a true waterfront, oceanfront spot just 50 metres from the ferry terminal and about a 25-minute ferry from Townsville. Nestled among the Great Barrier Reef, it sits steps from Magnetic Island National Park and Nelly Bay Beach — an easy base for island beaches, walks and markets.

Beach-house style one-, two- and three‑bedroom self-contained apartments with private furnished balconies and resort or Coral Sea views. Rooms include full kitchens with full-sized refrigerators and stovetops, microwaves, washers/dryers and flat-screen TVs; housekeeping is provided weekly. Room layouts and fixtures vary by category.

Resort-style facilities: four outdoor pools (including oceanfront and rooftop pools), an outdoor heated jacuzzi, fitness centre/gym, diving club and bicycle hire. Guest BBQ and picnic areas, a massage room, tour desk and car hire round out the offerings — plus undercover parking and free self parking. Wake up to sea-breeze mornings from your balcony.

Business centre and event facilities on site, complimentary wireless internet throughout the property, multilingual staff and luggage storage. A ferry terminal shuttle is provided at no charge.

On-site restaurant and bar with breakfast available for a fee. Apartments are fully self-contained for self-catering with full kitchens and dining space for a flexible stay.