1,523 reviews
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$9929-31 Chapel Street, Cowes, 3922, Australia
1,523 reviews
1/49
Outdoor swimming pool
Free Private Parking
Free wifi
Air conditioning
Parking On Site
Kitchen
Non-smoking rooms
Beach umbrellas
Seahorse Motel Cowes is a 4-star motel in Cowes, Victoria, Australia. It sits at 29-31 Chapel Street, just 0.4mi from the city center.
On-site perks include an outdoor swimming pool (free), free private parking, and free WiFi, plus air conditioning and kitchen facilities with kitchenware and a kitchenette. Non-smoking rooms keep things fresh, while beach umbrellas and chairs, a garden, a playground, and a picnic area add family-friendly vibes. A golf course is available with extra charges.
Reviews: 1523. Price starts from $99.
Nestled on Chapel Street in Cowes, Seahorse Motel Cowes puts guests a short walk from the town center, making it easy to soak in seaside vibes. An inviting outdoor pool is free to use, with beach umbrellas and chairs ready for sun seekers. A garden, a playground, and a picnic area add family-friendly charm, while air conditioning and kitchen facilities with kitchenware and a kitchenette keep stays comfortable and practical. Free private parking and free WiFi round out the essentials for a smooth getaway.
Non-smoking accommodations help keep things fresh from check-in to check-out, and a golf course is available with extra charges for those who want to tee off during the trip. Practical perks continue with on-site conveniences that make it easy to settle in, including the option to cook meals thanks to the kitchen facilities and kitchenette, plus the convenience of free private parking.
With 1,524 reviews, guests often note the value and location, and rates start from $99. Payment is accepted in cash as well as Visa and Mastercard, making the stay hassle-free for a variety of travelers seeking a relaxed coastal escape.
Closest airports
Avalon Airport
50.8miEssendon Airport
53.3miMelbourne Airport
58miOutdoor swimming pool
Free Private Parking
Free wifi
Air conditioning
Parking On Site
Kitchen
Non-smoking rooms
Beach umbrellas
Beach chairs/Loungers
Kitchenware
Kitchenette
Playground
Picnic area
Garden
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Suite, 2 Bedroom
1 Double Bed
2 Twin Beds
430 sqft
Kitchen
Private Bathroom
Kitchenette
Kitchenware
x8
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x5
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This two-bedroom suite features a kitchen with stove top. Also includes tea/coffee making facilities, electric blankets.
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Deluxe Double Room
1 King Size Bed
375 sqft
Private Bathroom
Kitchenette
Kitchenware
Microwave
x4
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x3
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This room features spacious interiors and upgraded furnishings. Also includes tea/coffee making facilities, electric blankets. Please note that children under 18 years of age cannot be accommodated in this room type.
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Suite, 1 Bedroom
2 Twin Beds
1 Double Bed
375 sqft
Kitchen
Private Bathroom
Kitchenette
Kitchenware
x8
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x5
More details
This suite features a kitchen with stove top. Also includes tea/coffee making facilities, electric blankets. Rooms 1-4 have stovetop rooms 5-6 do not and room 1 is accessible
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Family
2 Twin Beds
1 Double Bed
375 sqft
Private Bathroom
Kitchenette
Kitchenware
Microwave
x8
+
x4
More details
The family room offers air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, as well as a private bathroom boasting a walk-in shower and a hairdryer. In the fully equipped kitchenette, guests will find a refrigerator, kitchenware, a microwave and a toaster. This family room has a seating area, a wardrobe, flat-screen TV, as well as chocolate for guests. The unit has 3 beds.
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Standard Room
1 Twin Bed
1 Double Bed
270 sqft
Private Bathroom
Kitchenette
Kitchenware
Microwave
x10
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x6
More details
This room is equipped with tea/coffee making facilities, electric blankets and cable TV.
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Family, 3 Bed
375 sqft
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Microwave
Flat-screen TV
+
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The family room offers air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, as well as a private bathroom boasting a walk-in shower and a hairdryer. In the fully equipped kitchenette, guests will find a refrigerator, kitchenware, a microwave and a toaster. This family room has a seating area, a wardrobe, flat-screen TV, as well as chocolate for guests. The unit has 3 beds.
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Standard, Queen Size
1 Queen Size Bed
x4
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x3
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The unit has 1 bed.
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Standard, 1 Queen Size Bed
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The unit has 1 bed.
Studio, King Size, Kitchen
1 King Size Bed
Kitchen
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Studio, King Size, Kitchenette
1 King Size Bed
Kitchenette
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Standard, Twin, Kitchen
1 Twin Bed
Kitchen
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Apartment, 2 Bedroom, Kitchen
2 Queen Size Beds
Kitchen
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8.8
1,523 reviewsCategories of assessments
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Comfort
Location
Facilities
Staff
Value for money
WiFi quality
Featured reviews:
Dallas
10
May 2025
Apartment was great! Comfy beds, huge lounge area, great water pressure and all staff were happy and helpful.
Mewan
10
July 2025
We are family of 3. Perfect location in Cowes. Walking distancen to all restaurants and supermarkets and to the Cowes beach. Owner a very friendly person told us there's a skate-park in 1 minute walk which the kids went everyday. The room is super clean. The beds are like new. The bathroom is like new and with a smart mirror. Bathroom was very clean, it was perfectly clean. The TV has Youtube and Netflix. Parking just in front of the room with easy access to load and unload. It's like the Car is few feet away. Very easy. The garden is super clean. Kids play area and large grass area. We went in Winter, so couldnt use the pool. But a large pool is there. The best stay so far.
Nothing at all to complain about. 100% exceeded expectations. Thanks a lot. A very nice Motel. Very pleasant and with light. Wish you best of luck to keep this great property for more customers.
Kieran
10
January 2025
Exceptional. Perhaps the best motel I've ever stayed at. Warm, friendly welcome and the cleanest rooms - like seriously clean. Lots of coffee and tea (and biscuits), milk in the fridge, microwave, kettle, glassware and cutlery, comfortable beds. Great pool and place for kids to play including trampoline. Quiet area and only a short walk to the beach and shops. We had some nights in a large apartment before and 9 year old son said he wished we had stayed here the whole time. I'd agree. I don't normally do reviews but this deserves one. Thank you!
Sumit
10
September 2024
After a long day on the road, finding the right place to unwind is crucial, and this motel exceeded all our expectations. As soon as we arrived, we were greeted with a warm atmosphere that radiated positivity. The staff was friendly and eager to help, making us feel right at home. The amenities were exactly what we needed: clean rooms, comfortable beds, and all the essentials for a relaxing night. One standout feature was the playground area, which my kid absolutely loved. It provided the perfect opportunity for them to burn off some energy after being cooped up in the car for hours. Another highlight was the motel’s proximity to the main market. Just a short walk away, we found plenty of dining and eateries, making it convenient to grab a meal or pick pantry items from coles and wollies for our journey.
in the morning, the wifi network on TV stopped working.
Posch
10
February 2025
Friendly staff, room was exceptionally clean, staff always keeping my room clean, with fresh towels and emptied bins. Bed made every morning. Happy and keen to do their important job every day! A great team, the owners should be proud of them all. I had a great week of rest and relax, spending my time as i chose too! Thank you to all.
No kitchen to be able to prepare lunch, dinner etc. Its expensive to eat out. Fridge not big enough.
Emma
9.1
May 2024
Excellent sleep - bed is very, very comfortable. Lots of nice little touches such as cutlery and dinner plates in the room, electric blanket on the bed, and more. One of the nicest motel rooms we've ever stayed at. Location is ideal for exploring the island by car and Cowes on foot. Staff friendly and welcoming and on site facilities looked great (didn't use them but there is a pool, bbq area, kids playground). We had a small issue with something in our room but staff were very prompt to resolve it (going over and above what we would have expected). Would return and would recommend!
The TV in our room was a smart TV but wasn't connected to the Internet. A minor thing and certainly wouldn't stop us from returning.
Scott
8.2
April 2024
Located in a nice area and within walking distance to beach and town. The motel appears to be an older 70s style that has been refurbished and our room was nicely fitted out that extended into the bathroom. The room was clean and the grounds are nice. Id probably stay again.
If I had to be picky, there is some noise transmission between the walls, probably due to the construction type. We were fortunate that our adjoining guests were peaceful and did not party or run the tv above comfortable levels in their rooms. One thing I dislike when travelling is being woken by noisy guests but maybe that doesn't bother others.
Rebecca
10
January 2024
Loved the room, was very spacious, and had everything we needed on hand. Daily housekeeping was a lovely touch! We were very comfortable and the location *chef's kiss*. It's walking distance to the main street where the eateries and shops are - even for my two children (9 & 13). Close to the beach, which had a great playground and BBQ facilities.
Purposely booked the Seahorse due to the pool. However, the pool water was so cold my kids didn't spend more than 2 minutes in there, and that was on a really hot/humid day. They have clothes washing facilities however, the dryer is out of order (there is a clothes line).
Sandra
10
March 2024
Stayed at the Seahorse Motel for 2 nights in late Feb 2024. 10 min walk or 2 min by car to Cowes Beach and Thompson Ave, the main shopping strip in Cowes. Very convenient location. Close to restaurants and cafes. Drove there from Melbourne. About 2 hour drive. Price paid was $180 per night. Very well worth the price. Was greeted by Karen at reception desk who was lovely. There is parking available in front of the room. My partner and I stayed in a double standard room. Room was quite spacious, and very clean. All the staff were very nice. Had all the essential amentities, free wifi, shampoo & conditioner, soap, hairdryer, mini fridge, coffee & tea station, television and extra sitting area. There is also shared washing & drying facilities and an outdoor pool. Originally I had booked for 1 night, but ended up staying in Phillip Island, an extra night. Had no issues with extending our stay there. Would highly reccomend staying there for a trip to Phillip Island.
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Peter
10
July 2025
the room were cleaned, great customer service, the location was great near shops didn't have to drive to the shops it is a walk able distance, near the beach. the room has heated blankets. it also has a playground area for kids and a BBQ area and a pool too. this place has really exceeded my exceptions. looking again to book my next trip here. no issues.
No issues
Attractions
Phillip Island Wildlife Park
1.7miA Maze'N Things
2.7miKoala Reserve (Koala Conservation Centre)
2.8miPhillip Island Circuit
3.3miPhillip Island Winery
4.3miChurchill Island
6miChurchill Island Heritage Farm
6miPenguin Parade
6.5miCape Woolamai
7.7miNobbies Centre
8.2miAshcombe Maze & Lavender Gardens
11.5miMoonlit Sanctuary
16.5miArthurs Seat Eagle
17.4miCape Schanck Lighthouse
19.6miAlbert Park
20.2miAttractions
Phillip Island Wildlife Park
1.7miA Maze'N Things
2.7miKoala Reserve (Koala Conservation Centre)
2.8miPhillip Island Circuit
3.3miPhillip Island Winery
4.3miChurchill Island
6miChurchill Island Heritage Farm
6miPenguin Parade
6.5miCape Woolamai
7.7miNobbies Centre
8.2miAshcombe Maze & Lavender Gardens
11.5miMoonlit Sanctuary
16.5miArthurs Seat Eagle
17.4miCape Schanck Lighthouse
19.6miAlbert Park
20.2miAirports
Avalon Airport
50.8miEssendon Airport
53.3miMelbourne Airport
58miLocation
Age restrictions
Availability
Outdoor swimming pool
Free Private Parking
Free wifi
Air conditioning
Parking On Site
Kitchen
Non-smoking rooms
Beach umbrellas
Beach chairs/Loungers
Kitchenware
Kitchenette
Playground
Picnic area
Garden
Accessibility
Entire unit located on ground floor
Entire unit wheelchair accessible
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Activities
Golf course
Bathroom
Additional bathroom
Guest bathroom
Hairdryer
Private Bathroom
Shower
Toilet
Toilet paper
Towels
Bedroom
Linens
Wardrobe or closet
Cleaning Services
Daily housekeeping
Laundry
Entertainment & Family Services
Board games/Puzzles
Outdoor play equipment for kids
Playground
Food & Drink
Tea/Coffee maker
Front Desk Services
Invoice provided
General
Air conditioning
Electric blankets
Facilities for disabled guests
Family rooms
Heating
Non-smoking rooms
Smoke-free property
Internet
Free wifi
Kitchen
Coffee machine
Dining table
Electric kettle
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Kitchenware
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Toaster
Living Area
Dining area
Sitting area
Sofa
Media & Technology
DVD player
Flat-screen TV
Telephone
TV
Outdoors
BBQ facilities
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Picnic area
Parking
Free Private Parking
Parking On Site
Physical distancing
Cashless payment available
Contactless check-in/out
Room Amenities
Fan
Iron
Safety & security
24-hour security
CCTV in common areas
CCTV outside property
Fire extinguishers
Key access
Smoke alarms
Safety features
First aid kits available
Spa
Beach chairs/Loungers
Beach umbrellas
Outdoor swimming pool
From 14:00
Until 20:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
Until 10:00
Pets are not allowed.
WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Come and go whenever you want
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 12 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
0 - 2 years
Additional fees are not calculated automatically in the total cost and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The maximum number of cribs, extra beds, and children allowed in existing beds can vary depending on the option booked.
All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.
No capacity for extra beds.
Cash
Mastercard,
Visa,
Cash only
This property accepts cash.
At what times are check-in and check-out at Seahorse Motel Cowes?
Please note, when staying at Seahorse Motel Cowes, the check-in times are from 02:00 PM up to 08:00 PM and check-out should be completed by 10:00 AM.
Is free parking available at Seahorse Motel Cowes?
Yes, parking is available at Seahorse Motel Cowes. It is a private on-site parking area that is free of charge. There is no need for a parking reservation.
How much does a stay at Seahorse Motel Cowes cost?
Seahorse Motel Cowes has a starting price of $99 for accommodations. Do remember that actual rates might deviate based on the room and date. Insert your dates for a detailed price view.
What types of rooms does Seahorse Motel Cowes offer?
At Seahorse Motel Cowes, they offer Deluxe Double Rooms and Standard Double Rooms. Deluxe Double Rooms have a room size of 377 sqft and accommodate 2 adults with a King size bed. Standard Double Rooms have a slightly smaller size of 269 sqft and accommodate 2 adults and 1 child with a Twin bed and a Queen size bed. Smoking is not allowed in any of the rooms.
How can guests spend their time at Seahorse Motel Cowes?
Guests at Seahorse Motel Cowes can spend their time enjoying a variety of leisure amenities. The hotel features an outdoor swimming pool, where guests can relax and cool off during their stay. This pool is available throughout the year and is exclusively for adults, providing a peaceful atmosphere for a refreshing swim.
In addition to the pool, the hotel also offers a golf course for guests who enjoy a round of golf. Guests can also make use of the beach umbrellas and beach chairs/loungers provided by the hotel, allowing them to relax and soak up the sun at a nearby beach.
For families with children, the hotel has a playground where kids can have fun and burn off some energy. There are also BBQ facilities available for guests to use, perfect for enjoying a meal together. Finally, guests can engage in some indoor entertainment with the available board games and puzzles. With these amenities, guests at Seahorse Motel Cowes have plenty of options to make the most of their stay.
Does Seahorse Motel Cowes feature a pool area?
The Hotel Seahorse Motel Cowes has one pool available. The pool is outdoor and open all season. However, it has an age restriction and is only open for adults.
Does Seahorse Motel Cowes accept credit cards and cash payments?
Yes, Seahorse Motel Cowes accepts both credit cards (Visa and Mastercard) and cash payments.
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