Tropical Palms Resort & 4WD Hire  

On Magnetic Island’s Picnic Bay shoreline, Tropical Palms Resort sits a short stroll from Picnic Bay Beach and the Magnetic Island National Park. You’re minutes from the Magnetic Island Golf Course and a short drive or ferry hop to Nelly Bay.

Garden-set, small-scale resort with self-contained, air-conditioned units — about a dozen rooms. Each room includes a kitchenette (stove, microwave, fridge, cookware), a seating area with TV and DVD player, and a private balcony or courtyard. Expect simple tropical décor, ceiling fans and weekly housekeeping. Wake up to sea-breeze mornings and quiet garden views.

Outdoor swimming pool, spa offering massages, picnic and barbecue areas set in landscaped gardens, guest laundry and free on-site parking. On-property 4WD hire (automatic, air-conditioned SUVs) makes exploring the island easy. Tour desk can book fishing and sailing trips.

Complimentary Wi‑Fi across the property. Luggage storage, safe-deposit boxes and private check-in/check-out available.

On-site restaurant plus gas barbecue and picnic areas for al fresco meals. Rooms are self-catering with full kitchenettes if you prefer to cook local produce at your own pace.