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Q: What are the best motels in Cowes?

Seahorse Motel : Enjoy access to the laundry facilities, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Arthur Phillip Motor Inn : Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities such as a private patio. Tropicana Motor Inn : Enjoy access to the conference centre, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. The Coachman Motel & Units : Free WiFi, free parking and laundry facilities are available during your stay.

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Our top choices for Cowes motels

A modern hotel with a well-lit entrance, a parking area, and landscaped surroundings.

1. Seahorse Motel

Cowes

celeste

includes taxes & fees

3 Dec - 4 Dec

An outdoor seating area with a table and chairs, a car parked nearby, and a view of a road and trees in the distance.

2. Arthur Phillip Motor Inn

Cowes

VASANTH

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a seating area with a sofa, and a desk.

3. Tropicana Motor Inn

Cowes

Taiying

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

4. The Coachman Motel & Units

Cowes

Stephen

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

5. Quays Motel San Remo

San Remo

Iain

includes taxes & fees

11 Nov - 12 Nov

A hotel room with a large bed, a brick wall, a round table, and a chair.

6. Motel Flinders

Flinders

Pauline

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a window with curtains, and a small plant on the nightstand.

7. Pelicans Motel San Remo

San Remo

Nick

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

A modern building with a reception area marked by a sign, outdoor seating, and a parking lot.

8. Kilcunda Ocean View Motel

Kilcunda

Ilene

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a covered seating area.

9. Sanctuary Inn on Westernport

Hastings

Elizabeth

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a black bathtub, and three wall-mounted paintings.

10. Fairways Resort

Rosebud

Sandra

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

A brick wall with fish decorations and a bookshelf filled with books.

11. Admiral Motor Inn

Rosebud

Juliana

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

A covered outdoor area with columns, a water feature, and potted plants.

12. Norwood House Motel & Reception Centre

Mount Eliza

Christopher

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

A patio with a ping pong table, two chairs, and potted plants.

13. The Peninsula Motor Inn

Tyabb

"Bed was way too soft in the middle causing uncomfortable night. The walls had patch repairs looked very rough. Shower pressure was very low. Half a roll of toilet paper only supplied. Heating didn’t work. Parking was not very well marked out. Did not say anywhere that the hotel is situated right beside a local aerodrome and would be planes coming in and out from 7am in the morning. Feels like it could really do with a good spruce up to a better level of quality"

Kerrie-ann

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

A covered outdoor area with a bench, potted plants, and a car parked nearby.

14. Balnarring Village Motor Inn

Balnarring

stuart

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

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Top Cowes Hotel Reviews

Tropicana Motor Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Affordable and clean."

The Waves Apartments

10/10 Excellent

"This was an overnight stay after penguin parade as I did not want to drive straight back to Melbourne. The hotel-apartment was clean and right next to the harbour front / beach. Instructions on how to get into the apartment and where the key was were sent ahead of arrival and as described. As I arrived and left outwith the front desk’s opening hours, I did not have actual in person interaction with the team. Email communications were very clear. Will stay again if I am in Philip Island."

Hilltop Apartments Phillip Island - Adults Only

10/10 Excellent

"Very clean, spacious, updated, place to stay on Phillip island convenient to all the places of interest, especially the Nobbies and Penguin parade. The King bed was very comfortable. Chris, the host met us at check in and showed us around the apartment. The deck was a nice plus overlooking the beautifully maintained gardens surrounding the apartment and the sea in the distance. I wish we could have stayed longer!"

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Cowes Motels information

Number of reviews	3,579
Accommodation	4 Motels
Lowest Price	NZ$146
Highest Price	NZ$327

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Cowes?

If you're having difficulty finding a motel in Cowes, expand your search to find motels in the surrounding area or let Expedia help you find something similar from more than 674 hotels and other accommodation options. Just use our search tools to filter by price per night or cost-saving amenities such as free parking and free airport transport.

What is a motel?

When you stay at a motel, you're likely to find a free parking spot and an outdoor pool. With a stay at a motel, you'll often have access to your room from an outside corridor overlooking the car park. Motels made their debut in the 1920s as a convenient place to stay for the tired traveller taking a road trip along the major roadways of America.

What are the best motels in Cowes?

Seahorse Motel: Enjoy access to the laundry facilities, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Arthur Phillip Motor Inn: Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities such as a private patio. Tropicana Motor Inn: Enjoy access to the conference centre, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. The Coachman Motel & Units: Free WiFi, free parking and laundry facilities are available during your stay.

What can I do in Cowes?

Take time out to enjoy the popular beaches in this relaxing, family-friendly area while you're sightseeing. Visitors like Cowes for its spas. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Silverleaves Beach, Cowes Beach and Phillip Island Coastal Reserve. You'll find these family-friendly sights in the area: A Maze'N Things, Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit and The Enchanted Adventure Garden. During your trip, here are some other places to visit: Phillip Island Ferry Dock, Phillip Island Wildlife Park and Ventnor Beach.

What's the seasonal weather like in Cowes?

Weather can make or break a road trip, so we've gathered some data about year-round temperatures in Cowes to help you plan yours. The hottest months are usually January and February, with an average temperature of 19°C, while the coldest months are July and August, with an average of 11°C. Average annual precipitation for Cowes is 832 mm.

What are my options for getting around Cowes while staying in a motel?

We've gathered some information about local transportation options in Cowes to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon), which is located 50.8 mi (81.7 km) away from the city centre. You can also search for flights into Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon), which is 53.3 mi (85.8 km) away. If you'd like to explore around the area, you may want to rent a car for your trip.

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