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Seahorse Motel

3.5 star property
Cowes motel with outdoor pool

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Seahorse Motel is the perfect spot by the sea to unwind. Take a refreshing dip in the outdoor pool, bask in the sun on loungers, and enjoy barbecue grills with family. With dry cleaning services and helpful staff, this beachside retreat is sure to leave you feeling relaxed.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Laundry facilities
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Outdoor pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Picnic area
  • Barbecue grills
  • Limited hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Playground

Feel at home (6)

  • Playground on-site
  • Cookware, dishware and utensils
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
The current price is AU$122
includes taxes & fees
12 July - 13 July

Room options

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View all photos for One Bedroom Family Suite with Wheelchair Access

A hotel room with two single beds, a sofa, a wheelchair, and a ceiling fan.

One Bedroom Family Suite with Wheelchair Access

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for One Bedroom Family Suite with Stovetop (Self Contained)

A compact kitchen with a microwave, stove, and dishwasher. There is a wooden table with four chairs and a small trash bin.

One Bedroom Family Suite with Stovetop (Self Contained)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

One Bedroom Family Suite

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Queen Room

A neatly made bed with a patterned bedspread, two white pillows, and a stack of folded towels on the foot of the bed. There are two bedside tables with lamps and a framed picture on the wall above the bed.

Standard Queen Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(20 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Twin Room

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a ceiling fan, and a painting on the wall.

Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(21 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Studio Room

A compact living space with a kitchenette, a sofa, a bed, and a dining area.

Studio Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Two Bedroom Apartment

A hotel room with a bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a framed picture on the wall, and a window with curtains.

Two Bedroom Apartment

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for King Suite

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a lamp, and a view of the outdoors through a window.

King Suite

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(27 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

Map
29-31 Chapel Street, Cowes, VIC, 3922

What's nearby

  • Phillip Island Leisure Centre - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Phillip Island Coastal Reserve - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Cowes Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Silverleaves Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Phillip Island Wildlife Park - 4 min drive - 3.4 km

Getting around

  • Melbourne Airport (MEL) - 122 min drive
  • Baxter Station - 73 min drive
  • Somerville Station - 74 min drive
  • Tyabb Station - 75 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hotel Phillip Island - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Nat’s Fish And Chips - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Isola di Capri - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Fisherman's Wharf - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Golden Fry Fish & Chips - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Seahorse Motel

  • When visiting Cowes, Seahorse Motel is a great choice to consider. Guests can take a dip in the outdoor pool, and freebies such as WiFi and self-parking are added perks. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 24 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free Wi-Fi in rooms (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices))
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Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking
    • On-site parking includes off-street options
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Barbecue grills

Travelling with children

  • Playground

What to do

  • Beach nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Pool loungers

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • An outdoor pool

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • DVD player
  • 42-cm TV
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Complimentary wireless Internet access (speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices))

Food and drink

  • Mini fridge
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Toaster
  • Cookware, dishes and utensils

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Policies

This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher on-site.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
This property is professionally cleaned.

Also known as

Seahorse Motel Cowes
Seahorse Motel
Seahorse Cowes
Seahorse Hotel Cowes
Seahorse Motel Phillip Island/Cowes
Seahorse Motel Motel
Seahorse Motel Cowes
Seahorse Motel Motel Cowes

Frequently asked questions

Does Seahorse Motel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Seahorse Motel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Seahorse Motel?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Seahorse Motel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Seahorse Motel?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Seahorse Motel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

What is there to do at Seahorse Motel and nearby?

Seahorse Motel has an outdoor pool and a picnic area, as well as a garden.

What's the area around Seahorse Motel like?

Seahorse Motel is located near Cowes Beach, only a short 2-minute walk from Phillip Island Leisure Centre and 6 minutes' walk from Phillip Island Coastal Reserve.

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Reviews

Seahorse Motel Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

9.4

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • The property is a short walk to the beach and offers easy access to the ocean and beautiful coastal views. (18 reviews)
  • The pool was a bonus feature, clean, updated, and a great option for families. (9 reviews)
  • The air conditioning was strong and worked great, providing relief from the heat. (3 reviews)
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Reviews

Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Staff were amazing and very helpful. The rooms were very comfortable and warm on arrival. Very clean and comfortable beds. Walking distance to town was great and would highly recommend anyone that wanted to stay there.!
Michelle, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great location, clean, kitchen. Wonderful staff
Sarah, 10-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Good value clean with great amenities
Chris, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Well maintained, enough space, peaceful,thoughtful amenities
Akshay, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Parking was easy
Chris, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Nice staff, easygoing, large, clean rooms, close to town and beach
Marie, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Super clean room, great service at check in, close and handy to clubs and restaurants and not far from the penguins We will be back, 5 star Matt and Carlie
Matt, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely facilities, terrific location, great staff Thankyou we had a great trip
Skye, 4-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great location, very clean room, responsive and friendly staff.
trish, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great location. Property beautifully maintained. Well equipped room.
Kathleen, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location. Great unit and the grounds are beautiful and well loved.
Deborah, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean room, the staff were very nice and had a very enjoyable stay!
Zoe, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very clean comfortable room
Jan, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic rooms and facilities for families along with friendly and very helpful staff.
Joel, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Staff were absolutely amazing,the King suite was superb
Leanne, 8-night trip
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6/10 Good

It's close to town, location is good
Ian, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Well located, pleasant motel rooms at a reasonable price.
Ian, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Very clean rooms & facilities, next time I would go for the option of outdoor space. The staff were also lovely and accommodating. I would recommend a stay here.
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Allan, 3-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

The Seahorse Motel was an ideal location to stay on Phillip Island!
Jennifer, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great for a family stay. Close to beach, shops and restaurants and only 15 min drive to Penguin Parade.
Mark, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great hosts, nice room, easy walk to town.
Andrew, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

A friendly and happy welcome when we checked in. Clean rooms, nice kitchen area and a great shower. Close to the high street.
Katherine, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

It was clean, quiet and very conveniently located from beach, shops and tourist attractions
Vikram, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Nice welcoming informative staff and clean well kept room
Paul, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Very good motel and the bedding was very comfortable!
Youness, 1-night trip