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Seahorse Motel

3.5 star property

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Motel Room | Reception
King Suite
Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Exterior
Mini-fridge, microwave, electric kettle, toaster

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$160
includes taxes & fees
29 Mar - 30 Mar

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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

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One Bedroom Family Suite with Wheelchair Access

One Bedroom Family Suite with Wheelchair Access

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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One Bedroom Family Suite with Stovetop (Self Contained) | In-room dining

One Bedroom Family Suite with Stovetop (Self Contained)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

One Bedroom Family Suite

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

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Standard Queen Room

Standard Queen Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(18 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Twin Room

Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Mini-fridge, microwave, electric kettle, toaster

Studio Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(16 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Two Bedroom Apartment

Two Bedroom Apartment

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Single Bed

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King Suite

King Suite

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(26 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 Ferry Dock - 7 min walk - 0.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Pino's Trattoria - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Golden Fry Fish & Chips - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Chapel Lane - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Hotel Phillip Island - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Nat’s Fish And Chips - ‬8 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
  • 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
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 28 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Seahorse Motel on 29 Mar 2026 start from AU$160, 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. 682 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 279 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 34 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 1001 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super clean room, great service at check in, close and handy to clubs and restaurants and not far from the penguins We will be back, 5 star Matt and Carlie
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and good
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Emad

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Great unit and the grounds are beautiful and well loved.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Day

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Marie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff, easygoing, large, clean rooms, close to town and beach
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A friendly and happy welcome when we checked in. Clean rooms, nice kitchen area and a great shower. Close to the high street.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heiko

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Grate place in awesome location. Right in the middle of "Paradise". If you like nature you are in the right spot. All in walking distance and the ride to see the penguins is only 15 minutes. The staff was friendly and the room very spacey.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yew Loong

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Moi

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was serviced daily while we were staying there and we always like staying at this property when we are at Phillip Island. Great staff and cleaners. Well maintained property.
Stayed 0 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Lori

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

trish

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, very clean room, responsive and friendly staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Kia Hui

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Rooms clean condition but do provide fan inside apartment rooms as it can be quite warm especially during summer !
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Always super friendly and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Wan Jing

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and great location. Close to restaurants and supermarkets. Kid loved the playground. Interior renovation is a bit tired.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Ian

Travelled with family
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
It's close to town, location is good
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bradley

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tanya

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

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

Dean

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was FANTASTIC, beyond our expectations.
Stayed 1 night 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

Simon

Stayed 1 night 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