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
$114
1 night at 3-star hotel
Cowes in June
Estimated hotel price
$114
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 81 km from Cowes.

Car

Another option to get to Cowes is to pick up a car hire from Melbourne, which is about 75 km 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 Sydney, the bus ride to Cowes takes 1159 km and will cost you around $245. From Brisbane, the ticket costs about $407 for a journey of 3814 km.

Plane

Although Cowes doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Melbourne Avalon (AVV), which is located 81 km from Cowes.

Car

Another option to get to Cowes is to pick up a car hire from Melbourne, which is about 75 km 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 Sydney, the bus ride to Cowes takes 1159 km and will cost you around $245. From Brisbane, the ticket costs about $407 for a journey of 3814 km.

Airlines serving Cowes

Lufthansa
Good (4,620 reviews)
KLM
Good (847 reviews)
SWISS
Good (928 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,460 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,292 reviews)
Air France
Good (973 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,549 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (476 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,936 reviews)
Emirates
Good (2,125 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,482 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,741 reviews)
Finnair
Good (878 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (833 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (915 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (834 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (396 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,520 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (708 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (490 reviews)
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Where to stay in Cowes

Average rates range from around $219 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $326 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)
$137+
Ramada Resort by Wyndham Phillip Island
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
$184+
Tropicana Motor Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
$116+
Coachman Motel and Holiday Units
3 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
$102+
Kaloha Holiday Resort Phillip Island
3 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
$154+
North Pier Hotel
3 stars
Good (7.5, Good reviews)
$81+

Hiring a car in Cowes

Expect to pay $1.79 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 $21.40 and $28.53.

Expect to pay $1.79 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 $21.40 and $28.53.