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North Pier Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel on the beach, with outdoor pool

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Bay View Spa Room | Water view
Bay View Suite
Interior
Four Bedroom Townhouse | Private kitchen
Front of property – evening/night

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included
The current price is AU$168
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct

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5 The Esplanade, Cowes, VIC, 3922
  • Place, Phillip Island Ferry Dock
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Cowes Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Phillip Island Wildlife Park
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

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Guest Suite

Guest Suite

7.8 out of 10
Good
(17 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
TV
2 bedrooms
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • 38 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Budget Room

Budget Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(40 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Mini-fridge
TV
Portable fan
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Budget Family Room

Budget Family Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
TV
2 bedrooms
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 38 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Bed

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Two Bedroom Bay View Apartment

Two Bedroom Bay View Apartment

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
TV
2 bedrooms
Hairdryer
  • 60 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 7
  • 2 Queen Beds, 1 Twin Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Dorm Room - 2 Share

Dorm Room - 2 Share

Highlights

Heating
TV
Hairdryer
2 bathrooms
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Bed sheets

Dorm Room - 4 Share

Highlights

Heating
TV
Hairdryer
2 bathrooms
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Dorm Room - 6 Share

Dorm Room - 6 Share

Highlights

Heating
TV
Hairdryer
2 bathrooms
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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Bay View Spa Room

Bay View Spa Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
TV
Jetted bath
Hairdryer
Separate bath and shower
  • 40 sq m
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Four Bedroom Pool View Townhouse | Living area

Four Bedroom Pool View Townhouse

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
TV
4 bedrooms
Private bathroom
  • 120 sq m
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Queen Beds and 4 Twin Beds

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Four Bedroom Townhouse | Terrace/patio

Four Bedroom Townhouse

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
TV
4 bedrooms
Private bathroom
  • 120 sq m
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 12
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Double Bunk Beds, 5 Twin Bunk Beds and 1 Twin Bed

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Bay View Suite

Bay View Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 50 sq m
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room, Multiple Beds, Bay View

Room, Multiple Beds, Bay View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Heating
TV
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
Digital channels
  • 40 sq m
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Bay View Queen Room

Bay View Queen Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 40 sq m
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Bay View Family Room

Bay View Family Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
TV
Jetted bath
Hairdryer
  • 44 sq m
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Guest Room

Guest Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
TV
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Bay View Room

Bay View Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(17 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
TV
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • 40 sq m
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

About the area

Cowes

North Pier Hotel puts you in the heart of Cowes, within steps of Phillip Island Coastal Reserve and Phillip Island Ferry Dock. Highlights at this beachfront hotel include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .The restaurant, North Pier Hotel, is open for lunch and dinner. For a drink, you can stop by the hotel's own lounge bar. Spend the day at the beach and enjoy the on-site kids' swimming pool. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a terrace and a garden. There's also the convenience of limited parking. .In proximity to this 3-property class Cowes hotel you'll find Penguin Parade.

What's nearby

  • Phillip Island Ferry Dock - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Cowes Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Silverleaves Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Phillip Island Wildlife Park - 5 min drive - 3.8 km
  • A Maze'N Things - 7 min drive - 6.5 km

Getting around

  • Baxter Station - 73 min drive
  • Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon) - 143 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hotel Phillip Island - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪G’day Tiger - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Pino's Trattoria - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪La Porchetta - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬10 min walk

About this property

North Pier Hotel

Hotel on the beach, with outdoor pool
North Pier Hotel offers its guests an outdoor pool and a children's pool. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at North Pier Hotel. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 3-star Cowes hotel is smoke free.

  • 62 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
North Pier Hotel offers 62 accommodations with a hairdryer. Televisions come with digital channels.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • North Pier Hotel

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Fenced pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the bay
  • On the beach
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with digital channels

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination
COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 18 and older
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests planning to arrive after 6:30 PM on weekdays must contact this property in advance to arrange check-in.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

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 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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit 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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. 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. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation. At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination. The COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 18 and over.

We should mention

  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Continental Cowes
Continental Hotel Cowes
North Pier Hotel Hotel
North Pier Hotel Cowes
North Pier Hotel Hotel Cowes

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at North Pier Hotel?

North Pier Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at North Pier Hotel?

As of 18 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at North Pier Hotel on 20 Oct 2025 start from AU$168.00, 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 North Pier Hotel?

Yep, North Pier Hotel has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to North Pier Hotel?

Yep, North Pier Hotel is on Cowes Beach.

Does North Pier Hotel have a pool?

North Pier Hotel has an outdoor pool and a kids' pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at North Pier Hotel?

No, North Pier Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at North Pier Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at North Pier Hotel?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at North Pier Hotel?

No, pets are not allowed.

North Pier Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 328 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 363 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 162 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 90 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 58 out of 1001 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Suzie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The property inside was clean and tidy. It was a little bit on the older side and the carpets were a little bit unkempt. The old spiders webs on the outside of the building were an indication of its age. But it was a central and convenient place to stay after watching the penguins.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Pamela

Travelled with family
The bay room views are wonderful. The rooms were spacious, although the bathrooms are curious with an added changing area without seating or a place to hang clothes/robes. The walls are thin, however, and noise carried between rooms easily.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Adele

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean. TV didn’t work properly had to retune it ourselves, barely any channels and no access or way to watch Netflix or any other streaming services. Room was above the smoking area which was loud and smelt disgusting not great for asthmatics to walk past and have the smell wafting not the room.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Leanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely and Comfortable

Lovely comfortable stay. Location is fabulous. Walk to the beach and dhops
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Warren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

RUSSELL

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emiliya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved the beautiful views, clean room
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

steve

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked it.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Stephen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
It was a budget room 404 with a shower over a bath. You had to step over the bath to shower without a rail to hang onto. Then you showered on a rather slippery floor. Lastly, getting out means lifting one leg high to step over the side. All your weight is on the other foot, with nothing to hang onto and there is only a slippery wet surface supporting all your weight.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Clarence

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
close to the beach , quiet
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Lucy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Not bad for a budget stay- a bit noisy as - pub is part of the complex and the walls are paper thin- but the location and pricing are great
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Wendy

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good value, comfortable stay.

Convenient, comfortable place for overnight stay when working in area. Good price. Shower over bath is only negative.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to the beach and the centre of town.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room with beautiful views of the water, able to walk through to the Hotel for drinks and meals, excellent position with an easy walk into the town. We have stayed there before and again we were very happy to have stayed there again - highly recommend this hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

PRASANT

Travelled with family
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
1st hotel where I have lived with no phone in room or any services if you need to get in touch with the hotel staff or reception. Room with only blinds , no day light curtains ... So technically either U have blinds on in day time or no privacy at all .
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Alexander

Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room had two queen beds. Everything was clean and the heater was on as we arrived. Although the room was simple it had everything we needed for our stay. The only downside is how loud the music and people are from the pub.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Wai Keet

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
It was ok nice hotel with a stunning sea view. Location was good easy parking within the hotel area. The hotel got no lift, if you have big luggages and being arrange to stay in the upper floor congrats you just won yourself some free basic shaolin kung fu training. Pray hard you got no rude hotets room neighbors, the soundproof was bad and we have 2 nights with some rude user next to our room keep banging their doors every 10 or 15mins when they are in the room. ** please take note that the hotel to Penguin Parade is between 15 to 20 mins drive. However, beside the above we enjoyed our stay there and if we are going back again we will consider staying there again..
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Alan

Disliked: Amenities
Position good
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Tony

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

cathy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Expecting better
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Merv

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location on foreshore was ideal for exploring local area. The room was a described and the bed really comfortable also. The shower pressure and warmth was fantastic also. The only downside was there a full on dance party/event going on in close proxity to our room that weekend. It was intense up to 12:30 with little soundproofing. We didn't complain and these things happen, not doubt it affected many others staying there too. However the room and facilities where as described, and once it quieted down we had a great rest
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The position was great walking distance to all areas
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Maninder

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Everything was okay except cleanliness of the room. We found ants and bugs on the sheets. Sheets were not cleaned properly. Looks like it wasn’t even changed. Also people were drinking outside their rooms in public areas even though it says no drinking or partying. Just a review and won’t be returning. Thank you
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Simone

Travelled with family
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were in the bay view room, low level. The room was filled with sand. All night we could hear people running around in the upstairs rooms, or coming up and down the metal steps which was just next to our room. There was yelling and fights going on outside from 12-530am. The room itself has minimal facilities, no table to eat off, nor any chairs or couch to sit on. Our family of 4 had to all sit on the bed to watch tv. Disappointing.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tara

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Great price
Stayed 1 night in May 2025