Bowen

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Kids swinging together on log swing at the beach in the Whitsundays, tropical north Queensland. Slow living on tropical family holiday in paradise with sand and sea.
Horseshoe Bay at Bowen - iconic beach with granite rocks, north Queensland, Australia
aerial view of Rose Bay in Bowen, Queensland, showcasing turquoise waters and rocky headland
BOWEN, AUS - SEP 18 2017: Horseshoe Bay at Bowen - iconic beach with rocks and palm trees, Queensland, Australia
Bowen

Where to stay in Bowen

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Queens Beach

Travelers enjoy Queens Beach for its beaches and restaurants. Consider checking out Bowen Golf Course while you're in the area.

Whitsunday Sands Resort

Whitsunday Sands Resort

4 out of 5
2A Horseshoe Bay Road Bowen QLD
The price is ￥17,354 per night from Jun 14 to Jun 15
￥17,354
￥19,089 total
Jun 14 - Jun 15
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach motel in Bowen. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (784 reviews)
"Beautiful spot"

Reviewed on Jun 7, 2026

Whitsunday Sands Resort
Nightcap at Queens Beach Hotel

Nightcap at Queens Beach Hotel

3 out of 5
101 Golf Links Road Bowen QLD
The price is ￥13,048 per night from Jul 9 to Jul 10
￥13,048
￥14,353 total
Jul 9 - Jul 10
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach motel in Bowen. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Popular attractions Bowen Golf Course and Queens Beach are located ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (207 reviews)
"Stayed here a few times now. Large rooms, good shower, comfortable beds. And next door to the pub with great meals."

Reviewed on Jun 7, 2026

Nightcap at Queens Beach Hotel
Beachside Holiday Units

Beachside Holiday Units

3.5 out of 5
38 Horseshoe Bay Road Bowen QLD
The price is ￥13,335 per night from Jun 24 to Jun 25
￥13,335
￥15,109 total
Jun 24 - Jun 25
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach apartment in Bowen. Enjoy free parking, a beach locale, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Grays Bay and Queens Beach are ...
7.6/10 Good! (209 reviews)
"I liked the view and the location. Very nice."

Reviewed on May 31, 2026

Beachside Holiday Units
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Beachside Holiday Units

Beachside Holiday Units

3.5 out of 5
38 Horseshoe Bay Road Bowen QLD
Book a stay at this beach apartment in Bowen. Enjoy free parking, a beach locale, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Grays Bay and Queens Beach are ...
7.6/10 Good! (209 reviews)
"I liked the view and the location. Very nice."

Reviewed on May 31, 2026

Beachside Holiday Units
Palm View Holiday Apartments

Palm View Holiday Apartments

4 out of 5
Corner Horseshoe Bay Rd & Soldiers Rd Bowen QLD
Stay at this apartment in Bowen. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Queens Beach and Bowen Golf Course are ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (170 reviews)
"Room was clean - older style but still good. Kitchen was equipped well. Would stay here again."

Reviewed on Jun 6, 2026

Palm View Holiday Apartments
Ocean Breeze Units

Ocean Breeze Units

3 out of 5
5 Marshall Street Bowen QLD
Book a stay at this golf apartment in Bowen. Enjoy free parking, an airport shuttle (surcharge), and a garden. Popular attractions Bowen Golf Course and Queens ...
6.6/10 (109 reviews)
"Quite comfortable, somewhat clean, great service and easy access to local attractions"

Reviewed on Apr 16, 2026

Ocean Breeze Units
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Popular places to visit

Bowen Jetty

Bowen Jetty is just one of the places to see in Bowen Town Center, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the beaches and seaside in the area.

Bowen Jetty

Mullers Lagoon Park

Explore the great outdoors at Mullers Lagoon Park, a lovely green space in Bowen. Wander the beaches and seaside in the area.

Mullers Lagoon Park

Bowen Harbour

Explore the waterfront in Bowen with a trip to Bowen Harbour. Wander the beaches and seaside in the area.

Bowen Harbour

The Big Mango

You can learn about the history of Bowen when you stop by The Big Mango. Wander the beaches and gardens in the area.

The Big Mango

Mount Aberdeen National Park

Explore the great outdoors at Mount Aberdeen National Park, a lovely green space in Bowen. Wander the beaches and gardens in the area.

Mount Aberdeen National Park

Bowen Water Park

Enjoy a fun-filled day at Bowen Water Park during your trip to Bowen Town Center. Make some time to visit the shops while you're in the area.

Bowen Water Park

Things to do

Bowen Beaches Discovery-Top of the Whitsundays

Bowen Beaches Discovery-Top of the Whitsundays

￥16,952
per adult
Bowen Beaches Discovery-Top of the Whitsundays
Cape Gloucester Getaway -2 Hour Helicopter & Resort Visit

Cape Gloucester Getaway - ~2 Hour Helicopter & Resort Visit

￥84,423
per adult
Cape Gloucester Getaway - ~2 Hour Helicopter & Resort Visit
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