North Pier Hotel

3.0 star property
Beachfront hotel with outdoor pool and restaurant

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

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included
The current price is AU$168
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov

Explore the area

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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

Guest Suite

7.8 out of 10
Good
(17 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

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

Two Bedroom Bay View Apartment

Highlights

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

Dorm Room - 2 Share

Highlights

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

Dorm Room - 4 Share

Highlights

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

Dorm Room - 6 Share

Highlights

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

Bay View Spa Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

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

Four Bedroom Pool View Townhouse

Highlights

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

Four Bedroom Townhouse

Highlights

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

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

Room, Multiple Beds, Bay View

Highlights

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

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

Bay View Family Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

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

Guest Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(19 reviews)

Highlights

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

Bay View Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 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

Beachfront hotel with outdoor pool and restaurant
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-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: 5:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
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 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
If you are planning to arrive after noon please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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)

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 7 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at North Pier Hotel on 9 Nov 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.