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Ocean View Motel Bowen

3.5 star property
Beachfront, with outdoor pool

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Ocean View Motel Bowen offers a laid-back coastal experience where guests relax by the pool or explore the garden grounds. The property provides in-room WiFi connectivity and serves cooked-to-order breakfast options that previous visitors have particularly enjoyed.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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Showing 5 of 5 rooms

View all photos for Standard Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Refrigerator & Microwave, Pool View

1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Standard Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Refrigerator & Microwave, Pool View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 233 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Family Room, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Family Room, Non Smoking

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 233 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Twin Bunk Beds and 1 Twin Trundle Bed

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Superior Single Room (King Single Bed)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 233 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

View all photos for Standard Twin Room, Ocean View

1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Standard Twin Room, Ocean View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 233 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Twin Bed

View all photos for Standard Twin Room, Ocean View

1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Standard Twin Room, Ocean View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 233 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Twin Bed
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About the neighborhood

Map
18317 Bruce Highway, Bowen, QLD, 4805

What's nearby

  • The Big Mango - 1 min drive - 0.3 miles
  • Mullers Lagoon Park - 9 min drive - 5.5 miles
  • Bowen Water Park - 9 min drive - 5.9 miles
  • Bowen Jetty - 9 min drive - 5.9 miles
  • Bowen Harbour - 10 min drive - 6.1 miles

Getting around

  • Bowen Station - 6 min drive
  • Proserpine, QLD (PPP-Whitsunday Coast) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Red Rooster - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Fellows Fish Bar - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Le Sorelle Coffee House & Florist - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Ocean View Motel Bowen

Motel by the ocean
You can look forward to a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe, and a garden at Ocean View Motel Bowen. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this motel include:
  • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), multilingual staff, and gas grills
  • Luggage storage, tour/ticket assistance, and outdoor furniture
Room features
All guestrooms at Ocean View Motel Bowen offer thoughtful touches such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • 32-inch Smart TVs with cable channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and toasters

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) from 6:00 AM to 2:00 PM at scheduled times and on request
  • Area shuttle (surcharge) up to 11 km
  • 24-hour train station pick-up and drop-off shuttle (surcharge)
  • Train station shuttle at scheduled times, on request
  • Bus station shuttle (surcharge)
  • Casino shuttle (surcharge)
  • Shopping center shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free covered self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site

Food and drink

  • A coffee shop/cafe

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator (single-level property)

More

  • 1 floor
  • 2 buildings
  • Built in 1960
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch smart TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 4:00 AM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport and train station (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open Wednesday - Monday (7:00 AM - 3:00 PM)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property enforces quiet hours from 9:00 PM to 6:00 AM

Access methods

Staffed front desk, lockbox

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of AUD 15 per pet (varies based on length of stay), plus a one-time cleaning fee of AUD 300
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: AUD 90 per room (one-way)
  • Pet fee: AUD 15 per pet (varies based on length of stay) plus AUD 300 one-time cleaning fee
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Alcohol is not served at this property
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Ocean View Motel Bowen have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 6:00 AM–8:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Ocean View Motel Bowen?

As of Nov 22, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ocean View Motel Bowen on Nov 23, 2025 start from $90.28, excluding 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 Ocean View Motel Bowen pet-friendly?

Yes, this motel allows pets (limit 2 total). There's a fee of AUD 15 per pet, per night. A cleaning fee of AUD 300 also applies. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Ocean View Motel Bowen?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 4:00 AM.

What time is check-out at Ocean View Motel Bowen?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Does Ocean View Motel Bowen provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs 6:00 AM–2:00 PM on request. A fee of AUD 90 per room applies.

Where is Ocean View Motel Bowen located?

Nestled on the beach, this Bowen motel is steps from The Big Mango and 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from Kings Beach. Queens Beach and Bowen Jetty are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Ocean View Motel Bowen Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 56 out of 130 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 50 out of 130 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 16 out of 130 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 130 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 130 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Guy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My family loved it. Absolutely fantastic place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Dean

Liked: Amenities
Great view with sun rising over the bay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was just a one night for us travelling but met all our needs for convenience and nice people.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trevina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfection
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Lydia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient. Gardens were lovely
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Alannah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place for an overnight stop.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robyn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pleasant staff and welcoming to my needs ,
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Dean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy access
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff were lovely, view was amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome view... pet friendly good sized comfortable rooms
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous stay as always .. love that it’s pet friendly and well catered for
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

wladyslaw

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All good, value for money (clean, basic accommodation with good A/C, large room) and bonus is pet friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Ocean View Motel was great, being convent on the way into Bowen.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

8/10 Good

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice quiet little spot out of town
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Convenient pet friendly location. Lovely views and next to the Big Mango
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Ron

Liked: Amenities
Everything was satisfactory. Love the little extras like plates for meals. Bowls would also be awesome for breakfast cereal. The little tray of wash up items under the hand basin was a lovely thoughtful surprise. Bed cover is a bit old and could do with replacing. Also our neighbours were a bit noisy late at night (after 10) and early morning (before 6). Overall a pleasant overnight stay on our way home. What a beautiful sunrise.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

DENISE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This property is a little gem, a little on the old side but you have everything and it is clean and tidy and has the best ocean we have ever had in a motel
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

6/10 Okay

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness
Old motel in average condition
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cathie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing view and cool afternoon breeze.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Trudi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Classic 1960's motel with views! An original gem, very well kept. I hope they never change it. It's a North Queensland icon. It's out of town but very handy if you're staying enroute to somewhere else.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Kathy and Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy access off the highway. Clean rooms which are pet friendly. Room overlooking the pool and the ocean.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Malcolm

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location,but it's a pity that Wotif forgot to book us a room
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Louis

Liked: Staff & service
Sea view
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023