Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Cowes travel guide

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You're Going to Love Cowes

With a population of 3,678, Cowes is a must-see destination in Victoria, Australia. It is one of the most popular cities to visit 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 July
Estimated hotel price
$150
1 night at 3-star hotel
Cowes in July
Estimated hotel price
$150
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 Turo, 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 $275. From Brisbane, the ticket costs about $209 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 Turo, 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 $275. From Brisbane, the ticket costs about $209 for a journey of 3814 km.

Airports near Cowes

AVVMelbourne Avalon
MELMelbourne
MEBMelbourne Essendon

Airlines serving Cowes

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,837 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,934 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,790 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,698 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,244 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,968 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (967 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,292 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (852 reviews)
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Where to stay in Cowes

Average rates range from around $204 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $327 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Cowes

Most booked hotels in Cowes

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Seahorse Motel
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
$139+
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Ramada Resort by Wyndham Phillip Island
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
$166+
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Phillip Island Park Lane Holiday Park
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
$161+
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Amaroo Holiday Park
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
$120+
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Cottages for Two
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
$208+
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Kaloha Holiday Resort Phillip Island
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
$148+
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Hiring a car in Cowes

Expect to pay $1.66 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 $19.87 and $26.49.

Expect to pay $1.66 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 $19.87 and $26.49.

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