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North Pier Hotel

3.0 star property
3-star beachfront hotel with outdoor pool

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Two Bedroom Bay View Apartment | Living area | TV
Bay View Suite | Bed sheets
Interior
Front of property - evening/night

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Bar

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5 The Esplanade, Cowes, VIC, 3922
  • Place, Phillip Island Coastal Reserve
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Phillip Island Ferry Dock
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Cowes Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬

Room options

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Guest Suite

7.6 out of 10
Good
(18 reviews)
  • 409 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Budget Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(40 reviews)
  • 139 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Budget Family Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(12 reviews)
  • 409 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Bed

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Two Bedroom Bay View Apartment

  • Bay view
  • 646 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 2 Queen Beds, 1 Twin Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Bay View Spa Room

  • Bay view
  • 431 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Four Bedroom Pool View Townhouse

  • 1292 sq ft
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Queen Beds and 4 Twin Beds

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Four Bedroom Townhouse

  • 1292 sq ft
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 12
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Double Bunk Beds, 5 Twin Bunk Beds and 1 Twin Bed

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Bay View Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Bay view
  • 538 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room, Multiple Beds, Bay View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Bay view
  • 431 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Bay View Queen Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(19 reviews)
  • Bay view
  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Bay View Family Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Bay view
  • 474 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Guest Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(20 reviews)
  • 409 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Bay View Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(18 reviews)
  • Bay view
  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Cowes

On the beach.Your stay at this hotel will put you steps from Phillip Island Ferry Dock and a 5-minute walk from Phillip Island Coastal Reserve. Cowes Beach and Silverleaves Beach are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Phillip Island Coastal Reserve - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Cowes Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Phillip Island Ferry Dock - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Silverleaves Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Phillip Island Leisure Centre - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Baxter Station - 73 min drive
  • Avalon Airport (AVV) - 143 min drive

Restaurants

  • Pino's Trattoria
  • SAYANG
  • Golden Fry Fish & Chips
  • Chapel Lane
  • Hotel Phillip Island

About this property

North Pier Hotel

3-star beachfront hotel with outdoor pool
North Pier Hotel offers its guests an outdoor pool and a children's pool. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at North Pier Hotel. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 3-star Cowes hotel is smoke free.

  • 62 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
North Pier Hotel offers 62 accommodations with hair dryers. Televisions come with digital channels.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Fenced pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
If you are planning to arrive after noon please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination
COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 18 and up
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests planning to arrive after 6:30 PM on weekdays must contact this property in advance to arrange check-in.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation. At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination. The COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 18 and up.

We should mention

  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Continental Cowes
Continental Hotel Cowes
North Pier Hotel Hotel
North Pier Hotel Cowes
North Pier Hotel Hotel Cowes

Frequently asked questions

How close is North Pier Hotel to the airport?

North Pier Hotel is 120.6 mi (143-min drive) away from the Avalon Airport (AVV) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at North Pier Hotel?

As of Apr 3, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at North Pier Hotel on Apr 22, 2026 start from $116, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does North Pier Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at North Pier Hotel.

How close is North Pier Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does North Pier Hotel offer free breakfast?

North Pier Hotel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at North Pier Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at North Pier Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM.

Is there free parking at North Pier Hotel?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does North Pier Hotel have a pool?

North Pier Hotel features an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Does North Pier Hotel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does North Pier Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is North Pier Hotel to downtown Cowes?

North Pier Hotel is 0.2 mi away from Cowes.

North Pier Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 329 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 356 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 169 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 88 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 58 out of 1000 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Girish

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

ashlee

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
The staff were amazing, friendly and helpful. Upon checking in I noticed some things had not been cleaned properly, nothing major. But other then that, the stay was as expected.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fedor

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Riana

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness
View was great. Beds were fine. But the cleanliness of the room was questionable to say the least. No one has cleaned under the bed in at least a year. There was a dead fly on the floor when we came in and all the decorative cushions were stained. Not small stains either. I doubt the floor got anything more than a quick sweep between guests. No one came to clean the room while we were there either. Location is great though, but they really need to get on top of cleaning or that place won't last
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adrian

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Yuan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
good location, clean room, friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

sachin

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Kia Hui

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Room is generally small and facilities such as bed and chair in-room needed to be upgraded for guest convenience !
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

Amanda

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
We were advised by email after we booked that there would be resurfacing works to the car park so parking would be on street parking only. Upon arrival, the street was so full, we had to carry our luggage a fair distance. The following morning at 7am, myself and my young daughter were woken by excessive vibration and the sounds of chains dragging through the brick wall. Our hearts were pounding, and my daughter was petrified. The noise continued consistantly throughout the morning to the point we could not hear eachother speak without shouting. The asphalt workers congregated outside our room window with their machinery running while they bantered amongst eachother. It was so bad i was forced to confront the group of workman to keep the noise down. Upon checkout, I conveyed our experience and was offered a forced and scripted apology with the added comment that the work had to happen and my experience would be passed onto the manager. A terrible way to remember our first famiky vaccination in over 4 years
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Perpetua

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Santosh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was fantastic. Curtains on the window would be handy😀😀
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Chris

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
An old place. did what it said on the packet!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynne

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The north pier is so accessible and safe for everyone. Staff are always friendly
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
We had a good stay, location and parking was great. The room was clean but probably needs a refresh/repaint modernising the room for the price paid to stay. Access to the rooms was more difficult without an elevator and only steps. The tv needs upgrading as it was not streaming capable. Lastly the suppled tea cups need replacing with something that actually lets you drink more then one sip! Overall happy but some constructive feedback!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Excellent service
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yoram

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was beautiful and clean and nice view to the beach
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

Chris

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room was very basic and quite outdated. The TV was small, wall-mounted, and not a smart TV, which made entertainment options limited. Unfortunately, staff from the pub next door often gathered outside our door for their smoke breaks, which wasn’t ideal. On a positive note, the shower had great water pressure, though it was over a bath with a shower curtain — not my preference. Overall, the place is in desperate need of a revamp to bring it up to modern standards.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Sharon

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Not bad but rooms older than expected- well located
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Anthony, Melbourne

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice but for the price need to step up. Nice though
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Chloe

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Overall comfortable stay for a short trip. Could do with a bit of patchwork for those wear and tears..
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Ji-Soo

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Kelvin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
All good
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

andrew

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely room but people in the street were noisy
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Anthony, Melbourne

Traveled with group, Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
It was ok
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025