louise -- Feb 12, 2008 10:09 pm ideal setting by the beach. Bathrooms disgusting. Kitchen even worse, very poorly equipt. Bedrooms nice! Aircon very effective. One member of staff extremly unhelpful, rest ok. ... more
BASE Backpackers is located right on the beach and is the ONLY place to Stay and Play on Magnetic Island
Check out our special offers on specials page they include:
Winter special rate $24.00 a night for a 8 bed dorm, includes 1 x free breakfast and 30 mins free internet.
Pay for 4 nights and get the 5th night free, includes 1 x free breakfast and 30 minutes free internet.
There is a choice of dorm rooms at BASE from mixed dorms to the female sanctuary dorms which includes a sanctuary pamper package on arrival. The double rooms at BASE are situated right on the rocks overlooking the ocean, you will not believe the view from your room!!
The camp site (bring your own tent!) also has sea views!!
The Island bar has extensive decks overlooking the water, spend a lazy afternoon sipping on a drink and take in the magnificent views BASE has to offer. By night the party scene comes alive with funky tunes and awesome bar games to keep the crowd entertained. The Island bar at BASE is the best party bar on the island! BASE also has an onsite caf� open for breakfast and dinner daily with affordable and tasty food right at your doorstep. Now open for lunch Sat & Sun!!
Whether your travelling, having a group party weekend or just need a few days in paradise�..you need to stay@base!!!
Check out our famous stay & play STEAL DEALS on the specials page. You will have a hard time finding a cheaper open water dive certification anywhere!!!
Full moon down under
Full Moon Down Under is a party unlike any other Australia has seen - igniting the steamy sands of Magnetic Island each month with the promise of peace + love + party for all!
Paint yourself from head to toe, grab a bucket and let your body lose control at what has become Australiaâ€s most iconic monthly outdoor party� Party with crowds of up to 2000!!!!!!!
Experience the endless summer party that is Full moon down under, magnetic island!
Full moon events coming up 2012:
March 9th April 13th May 18th June 15th July 27th August 31st October 26th November 30th December 31st
Directions
Take a 20 minute ferry ride from Townsville on Sunferries and catch the connecting Picnic Bay bus from the terminal to Base Backpackers doorstep.
Bus costs = $1.70 Return Ferry costs = $29.00
Facilities
Restaurant, Internet Access, Bicycle Hire, Wheelchair Friendly, Linen Included, Credit Cards Accepted, Bar, Towels, Security Lockers, Luggage Storage, Swimming Pool, Travel Desk/Travel Info, Common Room, Bike Parking, BBQ Area, Free Carpark, Breakfast Not Included, Air Conditioning
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