A Local’s Guide to Nelson Bay



Nelson Bay, New South Wales, Airlie Beach, Magnetic Island, Queensland in the Heart of the Great Barrier Reef
at Hotel Group is a progressive, innovative, Australian and privately owned hotel management company specialising in self contained apartments, hotels and resorts.
The very finest locations coupled with extraordinary hospitality, our properties in Nelson Bay, Airlie Beach, The Whitsundays and Magnetic Island, The Great Barrier Reef, offer unique differences for the discerning leisure or business traveller.
Our apartments, hotels and resorts are placed in the prime beach location
Located on the Great Barrier Reef
Nestled in the foothills of Magnetic Island National Park, boasting a large Magnesium Salt Pool, Wading Pool, large open spaces, tennis courts, BBQ area and playground Amaroo Rainforest Resort Magnetic Island is the place you won’t want to leave.
From Studio units to Family rooms, singles to large groups, weekends to extended stays we have your accommodation needs covered.



Discover the Whitsundays beyond the water with local tips from Michelle, Guest Service Manager at Water’s Edge Resort. From a long lunch at the Proserpine Coffee Plantation to a refreshing swim at Cedar Creek Falls, her favourite drive‑day gems showcase the region’s colourful character.
Stay 3 nights with at Hotel Group hotels in Airlie Beach Whitsundays Queensland and save on your Airlie Beach Festival of Music Festival Ticket. Purchase discounted ticket in upsells.