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Seahorse Motel

Property class: 3.5

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A hotel with a modern design, featuring a central courtyard and a well-lit facade.
A compact living space with a kitchenette, a sofa, a bed, and a dining area.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a lamp, and a view of the outdoors through a window.
A modern living room with a sofa, a dining table with chairs, a TV, and a large window with curtains.
A compact kitchen with a microwave, stove, and dishwasher. There is a wooden table with four chairs and a small trash bin.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NZ$198
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov

Explore the area

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29-31 Chapel Street, Cowes, VIC, 3922
  • Place, Phillip Island Coastal Reserve
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Cowes Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Silverleaves Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬

Room options

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

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
(9 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

One Bedroom Family Suite

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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
(21 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

View all photos for Studio Room

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

Studio Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

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

About the area

Cowes

Seahorse Motel places you steps from Phillip Island Leisure Centre and within a short 5-minute stroll of Cowes Beach. Highlights at this motel include an outdoor swimming pool and in-room free WiFi. .This smoke-free motel offers free WiFi in public areas, a garden and barbecues. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities, a picnic area and dry cleaning/laundry services. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this 3.5-property class Cowes motel include Silverleaves Beach and Phillip Island Coastal Reserve.
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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

  • Baxter Station - 73 min drive
  • Melbourne Airport (MEL) - 122 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pino's Trattoria - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Mon Dieu - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Ocean Reach Brewing - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Bani's Restaurant & Bar - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Waterboy Cafe - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Seahorse Motel

As a guest of Seahorse Motel, you'll find an outdoor pool, barbecue grills, and tour/ticket assistance. WiFi is free in public spaces. Seahorse Motel also features a garden, a picnic area, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available.

This 3.5-star Cowes motel is smoke free.

  • 24 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
Seahorse Motel offers 24 air-conditioned accommodations with DVD players and a hairdryer. Digital televisions are provided.

Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)). Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers

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
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 2 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-cm TV with digital channels
  • DVD player

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out before 10 AM

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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

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
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is professionally cleaned
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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation. The property is professionally cleaned.

Property is 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

What is the cancellation policy at Seahorse Motel?

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

How much does it cost to stay at Seahorse Motel?

As of 9 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Seahorse Motel on 10 Nov 2026 start from NZ$198, 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 Seahorse Motel?

Yep, Seahorse Motel has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Seahorse Motel?

Yep, Seahorse Motel is a short 5-minute walk from Cowes Beach.

Does Seahorse Motel have a pool?

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

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Seahorse Motel?

No, Seahorse Motel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Seahorse Motel?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Seahorse Motel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Seahorse Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 679 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 281 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 34 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 1000 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Yep a solid good value motel. Not far from centre and beach etc. comfortable bed, for a motel pretty good soundproofing. Would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very clean room , bed very comfortable . Short walk to the town and close to the beach. Would definitely recommend the Seahorse motel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very easy check in and great central place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Amazing place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Really recommended. really good place and good place nearby the penguins place
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The location was great, just few minutes to walk to the center and beach. The staffs were nice and helpful. The value was affordable. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location, great price, kids loved the play area and pool
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Will attend here again! Quite and comfortable room!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Was lovely and quiet, staff were great, close to everything, will visit again.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We had a king room itwas nice and big and clean
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

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We found our stay to be very pleasant, and the property was both clean and well-maintained..
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We booked the two bedroom apartment, absolutely perfect for our small family. The location is super close to everything also.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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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.!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This place is fantastic - highly recommended
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Reception lady very helpful and lovely
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Quite, good location and convenient
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location, clean, kitchen. Wonderful staff
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

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Great place to stay at an affordable price.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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8/10 Good

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clean, roomy, nice staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Nice staff, easygoing, large, clean rooms, close to town and beach
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Good value clean with great amenities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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we stayed for 2 nights; the room was clean and spacious, with complete setup kitchen. parking right in front of the door. highly recommended
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Lovely facilities, terrific location, great staff Thankyou we had a great trip
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Fantastic rooms and facilities for families along with friendly and very helpful staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent place
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026