Cowes travel guide

Cowes Tourism | Cowes Guide

You're Going to Love Cowes

With a population of 3,678, Cowes is a must-see destination in Victoria, Australia. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Cowes to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Cowes

If you’re looking for affordable options, Phillip Island RSL (225-243 Thompson Ave) and Hotel Phillip Island (11-13 the esplanade) are great picks.

When to visit Cowes

Cowes in June
Estimated hotel price
$112
1 night at 3-star hotel
Cowes in June
Estimated hotel price
$112
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Cowes

Plane

Although Cowes doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Melbourne Avalon (AVV), which is located 51 miles from Cowes.

Car

Another option to get to Cowes is to pick up a car hire from Melbourne, which is about 47 miles from Cowes. You’ll find branches of Bargain Car Rentals and Sixt, among others, in Melbourne.

Bus

Greyhound Australia operates bus routes to Cowes. From Canberra, the bus ride to Cowes takes 480 miles and will cost you around $125. From Sydney, the ticket costs about $247 for a journey of 720 miles.

Plane

Although Cowes doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Melbourne Avalon (AVV), which is located 51 miles from Cowes.

Car

Another option to get to Cowes is to pick up a car hire from Melbourne, which is about 47 miles from Cowes. You’ll find branches of Bargain Car Rentals and Sixt, among others, in Melbourne.

Bus

Greyhound Australia operates bus routes to Cowes. From Canberra, the bus ride to Cowes takes 480 miles and will cost you around $125. From Sydney, the ticket costs about $247 for a journey of 720 miles.

Airlines serving Cowes

Lufthansa
Good (4,697 reviews)
KLM
Good (844 reviews)
SWISS
Good (955 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,577 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,274 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (491 reviews)
Air France
Good (980 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,600 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,114 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,960 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,441 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,934 reviews)
Finnair
Good (863 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (922 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (823 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,721 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (834 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (406 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (513 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (1,593 reviews)
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Where to stay in Cowes

Average rates range from around $225 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $311 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Cowes

Most booked hotels in Cowes

Seahorse Motel
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
$142+
Ramada Resort by Wyndham Phillip Island
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
$193+
Tropicana Motor Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
$120+
Coachman Motel and Holiday Units
3 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
$105+
Kaloha Holiday Resort Phillip Island
3 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
$134+
North Pier Hotel
3 stars
Good (7.5, Good reviews)
$86+

Hiring a car in Cowes

Expect to pay $1.77 per litre in Cowes (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $21.13 and $28.17.

Expect to pay $1.77 per litre in Cowes (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $21.13 and $28.17.