Ocean View Motel Bowen

3.5 star property
Beach motel with outdoor pool

Photo gallery for Ocean View Motel Bowen

Outdoor pool, open 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM, pool loungers
View from room
Aerial view
Pet-friendly amenities
Garden view

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included
The current price is NZ$154
includes taxes & fees
2 May - 3 May

Explore the area

Map
18317 Bruce Highway, Bowen, QLD, 4805
  • The Big Mango
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Bowen Jetty
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Bowen Golf Course
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

Superior Single Room (King Single Bed)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • 22 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Single Bed

Standard Twin Room, Ocean View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 22 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Single Bed

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

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 22 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Twin Room, Ocean View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • 22 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Single Bed

Family Room, Non Smoking

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • 22 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Single Bunk Beds and 1 Single Trundle Bed

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 an outdoor swimming pool and in-room free WiFi. .This business-friendly motel offers free WiFi in public areas, a terrace and a garden. Other amenities include gas grills, a picnic area and tour/ticket assistance. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this 3.5-property class Bowen motel include Mullers Lagoon Park and Bowen Water Park.

What's nearby

  • The Big Mango - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Bowen Jetty - 8 min drive - 8.2 km
  • Bowen Harbour - 9 min drive - 8.7 km
  • Bowen Golf Course - 9 min drive - 9.1 km
  • Flagstaff Hill - 11 min drive - 10.8 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 outdoor pool
As a guest of Ocean View Motel Bowen, you'll find an outdoor pool, a terrace, and barbecue grills. WiFi is free in public spaces. An area shuttle within 11 kilometres and an airport shuttle (available on request) are available for a fee. Multilingual staff, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at the business-friendly Ocean View Motel Bowen. 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
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • 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. 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, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. 32-inch LCD televisions come with cable channels. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and a ceiling fan. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge) from 6:00 AM to 2:00 PM at scheduled times and on request
  • Area shuttle (surcharge) up to 11 kilometres
  • 24-hour train station pick-up and drop-off shuttle (surcharge)
  • Train station shuttle at scheduled times, on request
  • Bus station shuttle (surcharge)
  • Casino shuttle (surcharge)
  • Shopping centre shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free covered self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • 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.
  • No lift (single-level property)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

More

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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; check-in end time: 4:00 AM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport and train station (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open Monday - Sunday (7:00 AM - 3:00 PM)
Guests will receive lockbox information
This property enforces quiet hours from 9:00 PM to 6:00 AM

Access methods

Staffed front desk, lockbox

Pets

  • Pets: AUD 11 per accommodation, per night
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • 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 not available.

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.

  • Airport shuttle fee: AUD 90 per room (one-way)
  • Pet fee: AUD 11 per accommodation, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and 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, debit cards and cash. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. 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

  • Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • 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.
  • Alcohol isn't served at Ocean View Motel Bowen.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

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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 1 May 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ocean View Motel Bowen on 2 May 2025 start from NZ$153.86, 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. The pool is open 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM.

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

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs from 6:00 AM - 2:00 PM on request for a fee.

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. 46 out of 110 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 40 out of 110 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 16 out of 110 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 110 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 110 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

8/10 Good

Trudi

Travelled with pets, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Classic 1960's motel with views! An original gem, very well kept. I hope they never change it. It's a North Queensland icon. It's out of town but very handy if you're staying enroute to somewhere else.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff were lovely, view was amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

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

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 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