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1. Horseshoe Bay Resort

2. Queens Beach Tourist Village

3. Beachside Holiday Units

4. Big4 Adventure Whitsunday Resort

5. Discovery Parks - Airlie Beach

6. Sea Star Apartments

7. Waterview Airlie Beach

8. Nrma Airlie Beach Holiday Park

9. Whitsunday On The Beach

10. Airlie Seaview Apartments

  • Beach access
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Horseshoe Bay Resort

1 Horseshoe Bay Road
3.9 km (2.4 mi) from city center
  • 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.

8.1
451 reviews
~ US$72 / night

Horseshoe Bay Resort

3.9 km (2.4 mi) from city center
  • 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.

8.1
451 reviews
Average price US$ 72 / night
  • Private beach
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Queens Beach Tourist Village

160 Mt Nutt Road
3.8 km (2.4 mi) from city center
  • 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.

8.9
543 reviews
~ US$134 / night

Queens Beach Tourist Village

3.8 km (2.4 mi) from city center
  • 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.

8.9
543 reviews
Average price US$ 134 / night
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  • Top location
  • Private beach
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Beachside Holiday Units

38 Horseshoe Bay Road
2.9 km (1.8 mi) from city center
  • 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.

7.2
484 reviews
~ US$70 / night

Beachside Holiday Units

2.9 km (1.8 mi) from city center
  • 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.

7.2
484 reviews
Average price US$ 70 / night

Waterpark hotels near Bowen

These options match your search but are within a one-hour drive of the city (up to 80 km / 50 mi).

  • Best-rated
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Big4 Adventure Whitsunday Resort

25-29 Shute Harbour Road
54.5 km (33.9 mi) from Bowen
  • 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.

9.2
703 reviews
~ US$163 / night

Big4 Adventure Whitsunday Resort

54.5 km (33.9 mi) from Bowen
  • 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.

9.2
703 reviews
Average price US$ 163 / night
  • Guest favorite
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Discovery Parks - Airlie Beach

2634 Shute Harbour Road, Jubilee Pocket, Airlie Beach, Qld
59.5 km (37.0 mi) from Bowen
  • 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.

8.5
1105 reviews
~ US$63 / night

Discovery Parks - Airlie Beach

59.5 km (37.0 mi) from Bowen
  • 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.

8.5
1105 reviews
Average price US$ 63 / night
  • Beach access
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Sea Star Apartments

2 Nara Avenue, Whitsundays
56.6 km (35.2 mi) from Bowen
  • 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.

8.7
768 reviews
~ US$151 / night

Sea Star Apartments

56.6 km (35.2 mi) from Bowen
  • 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.

8.7
768 reviews
Average price US$ 151 / night
  • Beach access
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Waterview Airlie Beach

42 Airlie Crescent
56.6 km (35.2 mi) from Bowen
  • 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.

9.1
351 reviews
~ US$167 / night

Waterview Airlie Beach

56.6 km (35.2 mi) from Bowen
  • 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.

9.1
351 reviews
Average price US$ 167 / night
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Nrma Airlie Beach Holiday Park

234 Shute Harbour Rd
55.9 km (34.7 mi) from Bowen
  • 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.

7.8
419 reviews
~ US$72 / night

Nrma Airlie Beach Holiday Park

55.9 km (34.7 mi) from Bowen
  • 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.

7.8
419 reviews
Average price US$ 72 / night
  • Beach access
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Whitsunday On The Beach

269 Shute Harbour Road
56.8 km (35.3 mi) from Bowen
  • BBQ facilities
  • 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.

8
318 reviews
~ US$122 / night

Whitsunday On The Beach

56.8 km (35.3 mi) from Bowen
  • BBQ facilities
  • 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.

8
318 reviews
Average price US$ 122 / night
  • Beach access
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Airlie Seaview Apartments

404 Shute Harbour Rd
57.3 km (35.6 mi) from Bowen
  • 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.

8
396 reviews
~ US$135 / night

Airlie Seaview Apartments

57.3 km (35.6 mi) from Bowen
  • 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.

8
396 reviews
Average price US$ 135 / night

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$

More accommodations in Bowen

Beachside Holiday Units Beachside Holiday Units Beachside Holiday Units
7.2
487 reviews
~ US$ 70 / night
Ocean Breeze Units Ocean Breeze Units Ocean Breeze Units
6.4
576 reviews
~ US$ 54 / night
Port Denison Motor Inn Port Denison Motor Inn Port Denison Motor Inn
8.7
583 reviews
~ US$ 93 / night

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.

Tip:

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.

Tip:

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.

Tip:

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.

Tip:

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.

Tip:

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.

Tip:

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.

Tip:

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.

Tip:

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.

Tip:

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.

Tip:

Visit the markets early on Saturday mornings for the best selection of fresh produce and handmade goods while avoiding crowds.

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