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Beach access
Horseshoe Bay Resort
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Air conditioning
- Golf centre
- Aqua park
The 4-star Horseshoe Bay Resort Bowen, located 4.1 km from Bowen Harbour Board Building, offers a wading pool and Wi-Fi in public areas. Providing sports fans with proximity to Bowen Golf Club, which is about a 25-minute walk away, this Bowen hotel also includes diving, boating, and ping pong.
A picnic area and barbecue grills are features of the Horseshoe Bay Resort. Thanks to a golf club, guests can stay fit at this hotel.
Horseshoe Bay Resort
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Air conditioning
- Golf centre
- Aqua park
Horseshoe Bay Resort
The 4-star Horseshoe Bay Resort Bowen, located 4.1 km from Bowen Harbour Board Building, offers a wading pool and Wi-Fi in public areas. Providing sports fans with proximity to Bowen Golf Club, which is about a 25-minute walk away, this Bowen hotel also includes diving, boating, and ping pong.
A picnic area and barbecue grills are features of the Horseshoe Bay Resort. Thanks to a golf club, guests can stay fit at this hotel.
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Private beach
Queens Beach Tourist Village
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- Express check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Golf centre
- Aqua park
The 4-star Queens Beach Tourist Village Bowen hotel, located in the Queens Beach district of Bowen, also stands 3.1 km from Horseshoe Bay and provides tour/ticket assistance for better sightseeing. Featuring 20 rooms with views of the garden, the resort is approximately 10 minutes' drive from the Horseshoe Bay Rotary Lookout.
The hotel offers an outdoor swimming pool as well as an aqua park and barbecue for guests to feel relaxed. With a golf playground, guests can stay fit at this accommodation.
Queens Beach Tourist Village
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- Express check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Golf centre
- Aqua park
Queens Beach Tourist Village
The 4-star Queens Beach Tourist Village Bowen hotel, located in the Queens Beach district of Bowen, also stands 3.1 km from Horseshoe Bay and provides tour/ticket assistance for better sightseeing. Featuring 20 rooms with views of the garden, the resort is approximately 10 minutes' drive from the Horseshoe Bay Rotary Lookout.
The hotel offers an outdoor swimming pool as well as an aqua park and barbecue for guests to feel relaxed. With a golf playground, guests can stay fit at this accommodation.
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Top location
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Private beach
Beachside Holiday Units
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- Express check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Golf centre
- Aqua park
Beachside Holiday Units Bowen hotel is a great place to stay in the Queens Beach district, 25 minutes' walk from Horseshoe Bay. Situated 2.6 km from King's Beach, the aparthotel features an outdoor swimming pool with courtyard views.
Beach facilities at the Beachside Holiday Units Bowen include sunloungers and beach umbrellas. Active guests will be interested in guided snorkelling trips arranged by this Bowen hotel.
Beachside Holiday Units
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- Express check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Golf centre
- Aqua park
Beachside Holiday Units
Beachside Holiday Units Bowen hotel is a great place to stay in the Queens Beach district, 25 minutes' walk from Horseshoe Bay. Situated 2.6 km from King's Beach, the aparthotel features an outdoor swimming pool with courtyard views.
Beach facilities at the Beachside Holiday Units Bowen include sunloungers and beach umbrellas. Active guests will be interested in guided snorkelling trips arranged by this Bowen hotel.
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Best-rated
Big4 Adventure Whitsunday Resort
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Entertainment
- Aqua park
The 4-star Big4 Adventure Whitsunday Resort Airlie Beach, positioned 4.2 km from the Airlie Beach Lagoon, offers a private art gallery for the best experience. Located about 10 minutes' drive from the landscaped Fairy Tree Park, the resort offers views of the park and a heated swimming pool.
The hotel features an open-air cinema and movie nights. You can join in with lawn tennis, badminton, and ping-pong available on site. A day of pampering can include body wraps, body scrub, and light therapy, as well as visiting a wellness centre.
Big4 Adventure Whitsunday Resort
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Entertainment
- Aqua park
Big4 Adventure Whitsunday Resort
The 4-star Big4 Adventure Whitsunday Resort Airlie Beach, positioned 4.2 km from the Airlie Beach Lagoon, offers a private art gallery for the best experience. Located about 10 minutes' drive from the landscaped Fairy Tree Park, the resort offers views of the park and a heated swimming pool.
The hotel features an open-air cinema and movie nights. You can join in with lawn tennis, badminton, and ping-pong available on site. A day of pampering can include body wraps, body scrub, and light therapy, as well as visiting a wellness centre.
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Guest favorite
Discovery Parks - Airlie Beach
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Air conditioning
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Aqua park
Boathaven Beach is around 25 minutes' walk from the 4-star Discovery Parks - Airlie Beach hotel, which boasts an aqua park, shared barbecue facilities, and a game area.
The hotel also has a swimming pool.
Discovery Parks - Airlie Beach
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Air conditioning
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Aqua park
Discovery Parks - Airlie Beach
Boathaven Beach is around 25 minutes' walk from the 4-star Discovery Parks - Airlie Beach hotel, which boasts an aqua park, shared barbecue facilities, and a game area.
The hotel also has a swimming pool.
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Beach access
Sea Star Apartments
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Infinity pool
- Aqua park
Featuring limousine rentals, as well as Wi-Fi in public areas, the 5-star Sea Star Apartments Airlie Beach hotel is 0.9 km from Lagoon. This comfortable aparthotel lies within reach of the athletic Bicentennial Walkway Track and boasts a saltwater infinity pool along with views of the sea.
There is a pool cover, as well as a summer terrace, a picnic area, and a library offered for guests on-site.
Sea Star Apartments
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Infinity pool
- Aqua park
Sea Star Apartments
Featuring limousine rentals, as well as Wi-Fi in public areas, the 5-star Sea Star Apartments Airlie Beach hotel is 0.9 km from Lagoon. This comfortable aparthotel lies within reach of the athletic Bicentennial Walkway Track and boasts a saltwater infinity pool along with views of the sea.
There is a pool cover, as well as a summer terrace, a picnic area, and a library offered for guests on-site.
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Beach access
Waterview Airlie Beach
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Golf centre
- Aqua park
Situated within 20 minutes' walk of Boathaven Beach, the comfortable 4-star Waterview Airlie Beach hotel offers 6 rooms. Located in proximity to the Airlie Creek Track, this Airlie Beach aparthotel features a safety deposit box and luggage storage.
Waterview Airlie Beach hotel features a sun terrace and a golf course as well. Guests will appreciate guided snorkelling trips arranged by the property.
Waterview Airlie Beach
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Golf centre
- Aqua park
Waterview Airlie Beach
Situated within 20 minutes' walk of Boathaven Beach, the comfortable 4-star Waterview Airlie Beach hotel offers 6 rooms. Located in proximity to the Airlie Creek Track, this Airlie Beach aparthotel features a safety deposit box and luggage storage.
Waterview Airlie Beach hotel features a sun terrace and a golf course as well. Guests will appreciate guided snorkelling trips arranged by the property.
Nrma Airlie Beach Holiday Park
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Air conditioning
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Aqua park
Offering guests a private art gallery, the 2-star Nrma Airlie Beach Holiday Park sits 2.6 km from the Airlie Beach Lagoon. Located within a few blocks of the coral Sea Abell Point Marina, the holiday park features 31 rooms with views of the garden.
This accommodation also includes an outdoor swimming pool.
Nrma Airlie Beach Holiday Park
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Air conditioning
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Aqua park
Nrma Airlie Beach Holiday Park
Offering guests a private art gallery, the 2-star Nrma Airlie Beach Holiday Park sits 2.6 km from the Airlie Beach Lagoon. Located within a few blocks of the coral Sea Abell Point Marina, the holiday park features 31 rooms with views of the garden.
This accommodation also includes an outdoor swimming pool.
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Beach access
Whitsunday On The Beach
- BBQ facilities
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Car park
US$ 14.35 per day
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Live entertainment
- Aqua park
The comfortable 3-star Whitsunday On The Beach Airlie Beach hotel is located within 10 minutes' walk of Boathaven Beach and comprises 24 rooms with modern comforts. Boasting an outdoor swimming pool, this Airlie Beach hotel boasts a prime location and access to the landscaped Fairy Tree Park, which is merely 0.6 km away.
Beach facilities at the accommodation include towels.
Whitsunday On The Beach
- BBQ facilities
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Car park
US$ 14.35 per day
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Live entertainment
- Aqua park
Whitsunday On The Beach
The comfortable 3-star Whitsunday On The Beach Airlie Beach hotel is located within 10 minutes' walk of Boathaven Beach and comprises 24 rooms with modern comforts. Boasting an outdoor swimming pool, this Airlie Beach hotel boasts a prime location and access to the landscaped Fairy Tree Park, which is merely 0.6 km away.
Beach facilities at the accommodation include towels.
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Beach access
Airlie Seaview Apartments
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- Express check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Live entertainment
- Aqua park
Featuring Wi-Fi in public areas, Airlie Seaview Apartments Airlie Beach hotel is 20 minutes' walk from the Conway National Park Trailhead. Located just 1.7 km from the coral Sea Abell Point Marina, this aparthotel offers views of the ocean and an outdoor swimming pool.
This property offers a sundeck, sun loungers, and barbecue to ensure guests' comfortable stay. You can try fishing at the hotel.
Airlie Seaview Apartments
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- Express check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Live entertainment
- Aqua park
Airlie Seaview Apartments
Featuring Wi-Fi in public areas, Airlie Seaview Apartments Airlie Beach hotel is 20 minutes' walk from the Conway National Park Trailhead. Located just 1.7 km from the coral Sea Abell Point Marina, this aparthotel offers views of the ocean and an outdoor swimming pool.
This property offers a sundeck, sun loungers, and barbecue to ensure guests' comfortable stay. You can try fishing at the hotel.
Are you in a hurry?
Here is a quick list of hotels in Bowen, selected based on their rating
| Name of hotel | Accommodation Rating | Price, $ | |
| Horseshoe Bay Resort |
8.1 / 10 (451 Reviews) |
From 72$ | |
| Queens Beach Tourist Village |
8.9 / 10 (543 Reviews) |
From 134$ | |
| Beachside Holiday Units |
7.2 / 10 (484 Reviews) |
From 70$ | |
| Big4 Adventure Whitsunday Resort |
9.2 / 10 (703 Reviews) |
From 163$ | |
| Discovery Parks - Airlie Beach |
8.5 / 10 (1105 Reviews) |
From 63$ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which hotels in Bowen have waterpark features suitable for families?
Beachside Holiday Units offers a relaxing experience with direct beach access. The nearby Bowen Water Park provides fun aquatic activities for children and families.
Plan your visit to Bowen during weekdays to enjoy fewer crowds at the Bowen Water Park, particularly on hot afternoons.
What are the best family-oriented hotels in Bowen with pools?
Queens Beach Tourist Village and Horseshoe Bay Resort both have outdoor swimming pools, perfect for family fun. They also offer activities that keep kids engaged while parents relax nearby.
Visit early in the morning for a swim, as pools tend to be less crowded around 9am before the day heats up.
Where can I find budget-friendly family hotels with kitchen facilities?
Beachside Holiday Units provides kitchen-equipped apartments at affordable prices. Guests can easily prepare meals, making it a perfect choice for families on a budget.
Shop for groceries at local markets to save money on dining, especially at the Bowen IGA, located just a 5-minute drive away.
Are there any hotels near the beach in Bowen that have waterpark access?
Horseshoe Bay Resort sits near Horseshoe Bay, known for its scenic beauty. Families can also enjoy the Bowen Water Park just a short drive away.
Arrive at the water park right when it opens to avoid the midday sun and enjoy shorter wait times on rides.
Which Bowen hotels offer easy access to both the beach and local attractions?
Queens Beach Tourist Village features a beachfront location and is conveniently close to attractions like Bowen's historic sites. This mix allows families to enjoy both relaxation and exploration.
Plan walking tours of nearby sites like the Big Mango and Bowen Golf Course after breakfast, as mornings provide cooler temperatures for sightseeing.
Where can I stay in Bowen that's great for family vacations with kids under 10?
Beachside Holiday Units caters well to young families with their spacious accommodations and beach access. The gentle waves at Queens Beach make it safe for kids to play.
Visit the beach during the early afternoon for calm waters, making it ideal for kids to enjoy beach games and shallow swimming.
What Bowen hotel options provide family-friendly facilities for outdoor activities?
Horseshoe Bay Resort offers various outdoor facilities, including children's pools and access to beach activities like snorkeling. This creates an adventure-packed experience for families.
Check the local weather before planning your outdoor activities; the best outdoor experiences happen on clear, sunny days.
What are the best local attractions for families visiting Bowen?
Families can enjoy Bowen Water Park, Queens Beach, and the Big Mango for fun activities and memorable experiences. These spots provide a mix of relaxation and adventure suitable for all ages.
Plan to visit the Bowen Water Park in the afternoon on weekdays to enjoy shorter lines and cooler weather for outdoor fun.
How can families get around Bowen efficiently during their stay?
Bowen is easy to navigate by car, with key attractions within a short driving distance. Families can also consider renting bicycles for a fun way to explore the local area at their own pace.
Rent bikes early in the morning at local shops for cooler riding conditions; most rentals are located near the beachfront for convenient access.
What seasonal events should families look out for in Bowen?
The Bowen Coral Coast Markets held monthly feature local crafts and produce, perfect for family outings. Also, seasonal music festivals provide entertainment suitable for all ages.
Visit the markets early on Saturday mornings for the best selection of fresh produce and handmade goods while avoiding crowds.
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