Bounce Magnetic Island and Koala Park - formerly Roamer

The hostel is in a beautiful setting in the forest and all the communal spaces were beautiful, the whole area felt very tropical. All the staff were very friendly and ran some great events. Nice to have the koala park attached which ran tours for an additional cost as well as free daily bird feeding. Having an en-suite in the dorm rooms was also a great bonus and great comfy bunk beds.

Beautiful private, hut style accommodation with very comfortable bed. Great to have mini fridge in room, ceiling fan, aircon and balcony. Pool was clean with hideaway hammock spots, kitchen served good food options. Staff very accommodating when they could. Bus stop outside the property to take you to/from ferry. Only a 3min walk to beach. Reminds me of Thailand 20yrs ago

My heart goes to the staff that welcomed from the first day. Fabio behind the counter able to work under pressure like a giant. Ilaria at the reception desk, managing the operations perfectly. Stella at the bar which always has a chat with the guests. The kitchen which prepared a perfect lunch with my allergens. The hostel has relaxed vibe, perfect to return after the day out and rest.The pool is awesome and refreshing, the kitchen and the bathroom well cleaned in a tropical climate. The wildlife is just amazing koalas, kangaroos and possums play under the birds all hours. Amazing the dormitory. Spacious and fine clean, with a genius keyless door. The big mango tree at the entrance really set the vibes. Hammocks, bean bags and couch do the rest. Inside the gates there is massive space with camping area and spaced cabins. You can get lost looking at the big palms or following a curlew. Will return

It's very easy to get to, one bus from the ferry (the buses have luggage storage and will tell you when to get off. Bus stops you right outside the hostel. Immediately feels welcoming, loads of seating, tables, hammocks, beanbags. Good activities, the DJ night was great with children jungle house vibes so people still sat and talked. Bird feeding is a riot! I stayed in the Bus and it's so much better than the pics. Cosy, comfy and spacious. Good storage, air con, lamps, fake plants and ornaments. I saw Kookaburra, parrots, Curlews and Wallabies around my room. My friend had a Koala outside hers. Good laundry facilities. Can book koala tours, rent skateboards and snorkelling gear. Bar is open most of the day. Lots of toilets and showers. Honestly couldn't ask for more.

The staff were awesome, they went out of their way to interact with us as a family, making my two little ones 5 & 7 have a great time as individuals. Daughter attended yoga with Amy and made a new big friend, then karaoke. Both enjoyed joining other travellers in a fun Uno comp night. Great pool to relax by, bird feeding and bar/lounge area. Ranger Mike and his team for the Koala & meet the animals breakfast were awesome people. Selina's offers everything that is required though it is not for people who wish to stay in a cocoon and disassociate from others. This side of the island is island time, more laid back. The fort walk we spotted 5 Koalas alone the track, then did another walk from Arthurs to Florence Bay Beach for half a day, such an amazing real world experience for children to be in nature rather than going to a big city zoo or manicured fake resort island like Hamilton etc.