North Pier Hotel - Cowes

Beachfront family hotel opposite Cowes Beach on Phillip Island - North Pier Hotel offers two-bedroom apartments, the region's largest food & beverage venue, and direct access to the Penguin Parade.

Accommodation

North Pier Hotel offers a variety of room types, including spacious two-bedroom apartments with fully equipped kitchens and bunk rooms for larger groups. Bay View Rooms on the third floor provide direct views of Erehwon Point Beach from the windows. All rooms include flat-screen TVs, heating and air conditioning, plus private bathrooms with complimentary toiletries.

Dining

The North Pier Hotel houses the largest food and beverage venue in the region, serving Australian cuisine from local produce. Guests order from a dedicated bistro counter and can enjoy pub classics like steak and chips or the Devil chicken burger. The on-site bar offers local wines and draught beers such as Guinness on tap.

Family & Children

North Pier Hotel Cowes includes an indoor play area with two inflatable bouncy obstacle courses and a kids' cinema for children. An outdoor children's pool sits alongside the main swimming pool, and a separate fence surrounds the shallow end for safety. The hotel also has evening entertainment and billiards for older guests.

Location & Attractions

The North Pier Hotel accommodation sits opposite Cowes Beach on Victoria's north-facing shoreline, with direct beach access across the road. Guests are a 10-15 minute drive from the Penguin Parade and within walking distance of Cowes Jetty Pier, cafes, and boutique shops. Maru Koala and Animal Park is a 40-minute drive away, while the Nobbies Centre is 20 minutes south.

Recreation & Facilities

North Pier Hotel offers an outdoor swimming pool, a separate children's pool, and a terrace with outdoor furniture for relaxation. The hotel provides free parking, wheelchair-accessible rooms, and daily housekeeping. Guests also have access to an indoor play area, kids' cinema, and evening entertainment all on site.

• Location: Opposite Cowes Beach, 10 minutes' drive from Penguin Parade
• Accommodation: Two-bedroom apartments with fully equipped kitchens and bunk rooms
• Dining: Largest food and beverage venue in the region with Australian cuisine
• Family: Indoor play area with bouncy obstacle courses and a kids' cinema
• Recreation: Outdoor swimming pool, children's pool, and billiards
• Highlights: Direct views of Erehwon Point Beach from selected rooms