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Ocean View Motel Bowen

3.5 star property
Beach motel with 24-hour front desk and outdoor pool
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
January 2025

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View from property
Outdoor pool, pool loungers
View from room
Aerial view
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Reviews

8.2 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Room service
    Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk
  • Breakfast available
    Breakfast available
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Housekeeping
    Housekeeping

Explore the area

Map
18317 Bruce Highway, Bowen, QLD, 4805
  • The Big Mango
    2 min walk
  • Kings Beach
    11 min drive
  • Horseshoe Bay Beach
    12 min drive

Room options

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Single Room (King Single Bed)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 22 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Standard Double Room Single Use, 1 Bedroom, Sea View, Poolside

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 22 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View, Ground Floor

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Standard Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View, Ground Floor

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 22 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Refrigerator & Microwave, Pool View

Room service - dining

Standard Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Refrigerator & Microwave, Pool View

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • 22 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Family Room, Non Smoking, Balcony

Room service - dining

Family Room, Non Smoking, Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 22 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Single Beds

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About the area

Bowen

At Ocean View Motel Bowen you'll be steps from The Big Mango and 4.4 km (2.7 mi) from Kings Beach. Highlights at this beach motel include in-room free WiFi, furnished balconies and LCD TVs. .Enjoy the outdoor swimming pool and pool loungers. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and a terrace. Each morning cooked-to-order breakfast is served between 6:30 AM and 8 AM. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this 3.5-property class Bowen motel include Mullers Lagoon Park and Bowen Water Park.
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What's nearby

  • The Big Mango - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Bowen Water Park - 8 min drive - 8.1 km
  • Bowen Jetty - 8 min drive - 8.2 km
  • Bowen Skate Park - 8 min drive - 8.4 km
  • Bowen Golf Course - 9 min drive - 9.1 km

Getting around

  • Bowen Station - 6 min drive
  • Proserpine, QLD (PPP-Whitsunday Coast) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Le Sorelle Coffee House - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Red Rooster - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Fellows Fish Bar - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Ocean View Motel Bowen

Beach motel with 24-hour front desk and outdoor pool
As a guest of Ocean View Motel Bowen, you'll find an outdoor pool, a terrace, and barbecue grills. Public spaces have free WiFi. Ocean View Motel Bowen also features tour/ticket assistance, a garden, and a picnic area. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Bowen motel.

  • 1 floor
  • 12 guestrooms or units
  • 2 buildings
  • Built in 1960
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
Ocean View Motel Bowen offers 12 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and microwaves. Rooms have partially open bathrooms. Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries.

This Bowen motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. LCD televisions are featured in guestrooms. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and a ceiling fan. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 6:30 AM to 8 AM for a fee

Family friendly

  • Cot (surcharge)
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 floor
  • 2 buildings
  • Built in 1960
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Cot (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 60-cm LCD TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: AUD 11 per accommodation, per night
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for AUD 11.0 per night.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: AUD 11 per accommodation, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 11.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Ocean View Motel Bowen?

Ocean View Motel Bowen offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Ocean View Motel Bowen?

As of 21 Nov 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ocean View Motel Bowen on 30 Nov 2024 start from NZ$158.04, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Ocean View Motel Bowen?

Yep, Ocean View Motel Bowen has a free self car park and free RV/bus/truck parking.

Are there any beaches close to Ocean View Motel Bowen?

The closest beach to Ocean View Motel Bowen is Kings Beach (6.5 km).

Does Ocean View Motel Bowen have a pool?

Ocean View Motel Bowen has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger.

Is Ocean View Motel Bowen family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a BBQ and a picnic area, as well as cots/infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Ocean View Motel Bowen is a hit with families.

Does Ocean View Motel Bowen serve breakfast?

Yep, cooked-to-order brekkie is available daily between 6:30 AM and 8 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Ocean View Motel Bowen?

No, Ocean View Motel Bowen does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Ocean View Motel Bowen?

Check-in begins at 1:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Ocean View Motel Bowen?

Furry friends are welcome at Ocean View Motel Bowen, with food and water bowls on offer. Just so you know, there's a limit of 2 pets.

Ocean View Motel Bowen Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 45 out of 106 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 38 out of 106 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 16 out of 106 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 106 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 106 reviews" "

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Marion

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Needs refurb badly, shower terrible
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Jason

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome view... pet friendly good sized comfortable rooms
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All units face a great ocean view. The rates are very reasonable.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Alannah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place for an overnight stop.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Keesha

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Bruce

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Old motel in average condition
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terri

Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous stay as always .. love that it’s pet friendly and well catered for
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

2/10 Terrible

Mandi

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carsten

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and clean despite being old. Well maintained, looks a bit messy around the office, but does not matter for the comfort of the guests. Nice pool as well. A nice Fish take away 4 minutes drive towards Bowen, great.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rodney

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

wladyslaw

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All good, value for money (clean, basic accommodation with good A/C, large room) and bonus is pet friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Louis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Getting old and tired, rooms and especially the bathroom, toilet need updating.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Louis

Liked: Staff & service
Sea view
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicola J

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent …. exactly what I needed
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

marita

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Christine

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Very old and run down
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Dareyle

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sraff friendly. Room is old but clean. Beds comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Renae

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice quiet little spot out of town
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Arna

Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, friendly, good location wonderful re PET FRIENDLY establishment even to the point of providing a dog run area for off lead - great for travelling with bigger dog (although other dog owners have not been so gracious to clean up after their pets in the run area! (A sign could be warranted)
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Dulcie

shower had issues and so had to reach uphigh to turn on the tap. The iron was unsafe to use and had to alert the management about it.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bruce, Kallangur

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Ocean View Motel was great, being convent on the way into Bowen.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All right
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023