North Pier Hotel Cowes, Cowes ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

5 The Esplanade, Cowes, Australia, 3992

The North Pier Hotel is located in Cowes, Phillip Island, just 1.5 hours from Melbourne. It features a north-facing view across Erehwon Point Beach and has been recently renovated. This hotel serves as a convenient base for exploring local attractions, including the Penguin Parade and various vineyards.

Location

Situated in the heart of Cowes, the hotel is within walking distance of cafes, restaurants, and shops. The main beach is just a short stroll away, providing easy access to recreational activities. Transportation options include proximity to the Phillip Island Ferry Dock and major roadways leading to Melbourne.

Rooms

Accommodation options include the spacious Two Bedroom Bay View Apartment with a full kitchen and laundry facilities. The Bay View Room features a patio with ocean views and can accommodate up to four guests. The budget-friendly dormitory-style rooms are suitable for independent travelers or small groups with shared facilities.

Eat & Drink

The hotel's dining venue is the largest in the region, serving a variety of pub classics and local favorites. Guests can enjoy meals on the north-facing front deck or by the fire during colder months. The kitchen operates daily from noon to 8 PM, catering to various guest schedules.

Leisure & Business

Leisure amenities include an outdoor pool and complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the premises. Guests can also enjoy a bar and garden area for relaxation. The hotel offers tour and ticket assistance to help plan local activities.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Guest Room

Max:

2 persons

40 m²

Bed options:

1 Double bed

Sea view

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Guest Room

Max:

4 persons

38 m²

Bed options:

2 Double beds

Shower

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Guest suite

Max:

4 persons

38 m²

Bed options:

2 Single beds

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Getting around

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City Center

Cowes1700 ft

Airports

Essendon Fields (MEB) 96.5 mi

Tullamarine (MEL) 100.8 mi

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Fully Equipped Kitchen

“The kitchen had everything we needed, making it easy to prepare meals and enjoy family time together.” view full review

Comfortable and Cozy

“The bedroom was bright and airy, with a comfortable bed that ensured a restful night's sleep.” view full review

Refreshing Showers

“The bathroom was clean and well-equipped, and the hot water supply was consistent, making for enjoyable showers.” view full review

Fun for Kids!

“The bouncy wonderland was a huge hit with my kids, providing endless entertainment during our stay.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Parking
Express check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
Security
ATM/Cash machine
Coffee shop
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers

Sports & Fitness

Pool tables

Guest Parking

Electric kettle
Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Services

Housekeeping
Welcome drink

Dining

Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area

Children

Children's menu
Children's pool
Children's play area

Spa & Leisure

Outdoor swimming pool
Beach access
Entertainment
Garden area
Shallow end

Room features

Free Wi-Fi in rooms
Air conditioning
Heating
Sitting area
Patio
Terrace
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Dining table
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Washing machine
Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle
Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

Flat-screen TV

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

5 The Esplanade, Cowes, Australia, 3992

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5 The Esplanade, Cowes, Australia, 3992

City landmarks

Store

Woolworths Cowes

2200 ft

Store

Coles Cowes

2600 ft

152 Thompson Ave

Grumpys Crazy Golf

2800 ft

80-120 Dunsmore Rd

Blue Gum Reserve

4000 ft

80-120 Dunsmore Rd

Blue Gum Reserve Frisbee Golf Course

4100 ft

Gallery

Mingara Gallery

1.0 mi

2115 Phillip Island Rd

Phillip Island Wildlife Park

1.8 mi

Seal Rock

1.9 mi

Scenic Estate Conservation Reserve Boobialla rd

Scenic Estate Conservation Reserve

1.9 mi

Amusement & Theme Parks

Island Summer Carnival

1.1 mi

411 Settlement Rd

Seaview Holiday Park

1.4 mi

Ventnor VIC 3922

Ventnor Koala Reserve

1.9 mi

149 Silverleaves Ave

Silver Dreams

1.9 mi

Kitty Miller Bay

SS Speke Shipwreck

2.0 mi

Beach

Red Rock Beach

2.0 mi

Phillip Island VIC 3923

F Oswin Robert Koala Reserve

2.1 mi

411 Cowes-Rhyll Rd

Conservation Hill Reserve

2.5 mi

Amusement & Theme Parks

A Maze'N Things

2.9 mi

1810 Phillip Island Tourist Road

Phillip Island Nature Parks

3.0 mi

Race track

Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit

3.7 mi

Nature reserve

Oswin Roberts Reserve

2.7 mi

1810 Phillip Island Rd

Koala Reserve

2.8 mi

Nearby

Beach

Cowes Beach

500 ft

Island

Phillip Island Bakery

1300 ft

Market

ALDI Cowes

1500 ft

Beach

Erehwon Point Beach

1200 ft

Beach

Fisherman's Wharf

800 ft

Harbor

Cowes Jetty

1100 ft

Cowes VIC 3922

Cowes Pier

1500 ft

Visitor Information Centre

2000 ft

Restaurants

G'day Tiger

900 ft

U 3 34 Thompson Ave

Pink Penguin Cafe

800 ft

16 Thompson Ave

Fortuna Fish & Chips

700 ft

14 The Esplanade

Kristo's Charcoal Rotisserie & Salad Bar

800 ft

U 5 15-16 the Esplanade

Kims Bakehouse

1000 ft

28 Thompson Ave

Chino Take Away

1000 ft

32 Thompson Ave

Fortuna Noodles Express

800 ft

15-16 The Esplanade Shop 1

Fishermans Wharf Fish And Chips

800 ft

15/16 The Esplanade

Youki's

1500 ft

68 Thompson Ave Aldi corner / old Baker's Delight Shop

Subway

2700 ft

119-135 Thompson Ave Shop 9

Jessie's Pizza

2700 ft

135 Thompson Ave Shop 13

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

70%

liked the hotel and would stay again

7.0/10

Very good

Rooms

7.0

Location

7.3

Service

6.7

Dining

6.7

3/5 based on 241 reviews

#11 of 11 hotels in Cowes based on Tripadvisor

Charlie

United Kingdom, February 2024

7.4/10

The hotel offers breathtaking ocean views and lovely scenery, with great service that makes me want to come back. The budget rooms, although upstairs, provide a unique experience as they overlook the ocean; however, the lack of curtains for privacy on the windows was a downside.

Rooms

8.0

The budget rooms overlooking the ocean provide a lovely atmosphere but lack privacy due to no curtains on the windows.

Service

9.0

The staff here went above and beyond to assist me during a difficult time, showing excellent cooperation and attentiveness. They even provided valuable local insights.

Location

7.0

The hotel's location is amazing, offering easy access to the beach, shops, and other facilities. However, the noise from late-night activities outside can be disruptive.

Dining

7.0

The dining options were quite good here, with fresh meat available onsite and decent meal packs provided. However, there were limitations in the kitchen.

Facilities

6.0

The onsite facilities were convenient, although some issues like noises from the surroundings affected the overall experience.

Wendy

United Kingdom, July 2023

7.0/10

The hotel is situated in a very lively area with convenient access to shops, attractions, and eateries. The rooms, while clean, were not as expected, being in a converted garage at the back with a view of dumpsters, carpark, and pool. The service was a mix of rude behavior during checkout but friendly interaction when approached for extra amenities. Despite the noisy surroundings, the location is fantastic for exploring the area. The dining experience, though offering good food options, lacked table service. Overall, the hotel provides a mix of positives and negatives worth considering.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms, though clean, were not as per the booking, tucked away at the back with a view of less desirable surroundings.

Service

6.0

The staff had mixed behavior, being rude during checkout but friendly when asked for additional amenities.

Location

8.0

The hotel's location is fantastic for those wanting easy access to shops, attractions, and eateries, despite the noise levels.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience offered tasty options but lacked table service.

Facilities

7.0

Willie

United Kingdom, May 2023

6.2/10

The hotel had recently been redecorated, offering a great bathroom but a slightly small room with no air conditioning. The service was a mix of approachable and friendly staff but marred by a rude checkout experience. The location is a mixed bag with noise issues but boasts a fantastic beach view. Dining options were available but could be improved. Overall, a decent stay with both positives and negatives.

Rooms

6.0

The room, although nicely redecorated with a great bathroom, was small and uncomfortably hot with no air conditioning.

Service

5.0

The service was a mix of approachable and friendly staff, but the checkout experience was marred by rudeness.

Location

7.0

The hotel's prime location offers a fantastic beach view but is plagued by noise issues.

Dining

6.0

The dining options were available but could be improved for a better experience.