Seahorse Motel

3.5 star property
Motel in Cowes with free parking

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Property grounds
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
One Bedroom Family Suite with Stovetop (Self Contained) | In-room dining
Exterior

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
The current price is AU$160
includes taxes & fees
11 Dec - 12 Dec

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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, Phillip Island Ferry Dock
    ‪7 min walk‬

Room options

One Bedroom Family Suite with Wheelchair Access

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Mini-fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

One Bedroom Family Suite with Stovetop (Self Contained)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Mini-fridge
Dishwasher
TV
Separate bedroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

One Bedroom Family Suite

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Mini-fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Standard Queen Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
TV
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
TV
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Studio Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Mini-fridge
TV
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Two Bedroom Apartment

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Mini-fridge
TV
2 bedrooms
Ceiling fan
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Bed

King Suite

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(21 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Cowes

At Seahorse Motel you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of Cowes Beach and Silverleaves 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 Phillip Island Coastal Reserve and Phillip Island Ferry Dock.

What's nearby

  • 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 Ferry Dock - 7 min walk - 0.6 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
  • ‪Cafe Lugano - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪La Porchetta - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Cheeky Goose - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Seahorse Motel

Motel in Cowes with free parking
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
  • 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
  • Smoke-free property

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

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
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.
    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 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Seahorse Motel on 11 Dec 2025 start from AU$160.00, 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 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. 668 out of 981 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 275 out of 981 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 31 out of 981 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 981 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 981 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Zoe

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, the staff were very nice and had a very enjoyable stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Skye

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely facilities, terrific location, great staff Thankyou we had a great trip
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room and bathroom were very clean, playground on the property was a great touch too!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice welcoming informative staff and clean well kept room
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anita

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of the best motels I have stayed at! Will come back again
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Ian

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well located, pleasant motel rooms at a reasonable price.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Damien

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing location. Very clean. Lovely staff. Carparks were generous our 4 wheeldrive fit easy. Considering we stayed moto GP weekend motel was quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a nice room for a one night stay. Modern and everything you need for a short stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Genevieve

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Child friendly. There is a play area for kids. Must be supervised as it is where cars are parked etc. Rooms are equipped with all the basics. Good working order. Comfortable room. Clean bathrooms. Close to main street. Staff was friendly and welcoming.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adriana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brodie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Generous room, everything you need and super accomodating host, Ross.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

HOANG

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a very nice hotel. They upgraded me for free and were very kind. I would like to stay here again someday.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Renovated and very clean
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Joan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very understanding when I explained that my elderly husband needed a bit more time to vacate the room. (We didn't abuse their good will.) Clean, pleasant room, tidy grounds, good location.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

vinaya

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was friendly and helpful. Excellent, cosy modern room. Easy walk to the beach and grocery store. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

CHERYL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
First time on Phillip Island - hotel well located to Cowes shops/restaurants and pier -
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Ryan

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

Amazing value and highly recommend

Amazing value and highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vera, Endeavour Hills

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely & comfortable room.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed for 2 nights. As soon as i walked in to reception, i was greeted with the best customer service and at check out. By far the best stay my partner and i both had,as its not often there is an electric blanket for those cold nights which was awesome. We Stayed in the studio room with a stovetop and a good size fridge and kitchen which we were really happy about and a car park right outside the room. Would definately stay at Seahorse motel again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

WARREN

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

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Seahorse Motel was easy to get to, close to main street but quiet. It was well maintained with clean, modern facilities, one outstanding features from my perspective, was the water pressure was amazing with PLENTY of hot water! The staff were very friendly and accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Phil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good sized room walking distance to restaurants
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025