Horseshoe Bay Resort Bowen, Bowen - Reviews, Rooms Options & Prices 2025

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About the Resort

1 Horseshoe Bay Road, Bowen, Australia

Horseshoe Bay Resort is set at the tip of Cape Edgecumbe in Bowen, Australia, featuring stunning ocean views and direct access to Horseshoe Bay, ranked among Australia's top beaches. The resort's strategic location amid four sandy beaches offers an exceptional blend of natural beauty and outdoor activities, making it a top destination for winter holidays. It boasts a unique art installation, “Bywa,” as part of the Ngaro Underwater Marine Sculpture Trail, enhancing the snorkeling experience just offshore. Its many amenities, including swimming pools and quality lodging options, cater to both tourists and corporate guests.

Location

Horseshoe Bay Resort enjoys a prime location just minutes from Bowen Town Centre and only a 1-hour drive from Airlie Beach. Proximity to various public boat ramps facilitates easy access to popular fishing spots. Nearby attractions include beautiful beaches such as Coral Bay and Kings Beach, while local transportation options offer direct routes to the resort.

Rooms

The resort offers a variety of accommodation types, including units, cabins, and spacious powered caravan sites, catering to groups of 3 to 7 people. Guests can enjoy stunning views from Beach Balcony Rooms or fun, colorful beach huts. Each accommodation is fully self-contained, featuring kitchens and private bathrooms, ensuring a comfortable stay.

Eat & Drink

Dining options include The Cafe at Horseshoe Bay, serving breakfast and lunch daily, while The Cove offers delectable Chinese and Thai dishes for lunch and dinner. The onsite cafe's evening dining is available on Tuesdays only, allowing guests to enjoy meals with stunning bay views. Special menus and signature dishes are provided, making every dining experience enjoyable.

Leisure & Business

Guests can indulge in a variety of recreational activities, with onsite amenities including a large swimming pool, children's wading pool, and barbecue grills. The resort is also an excellent base for adventurous pursuits such as fishing, snorkeling, diving, and scenic walks along the coast. Various walking tracks around Bowen take visitors through breathtaking scenery, enhancing the leisure experience significantly.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Studio

Max:

3 persons

30 m²

Bed options:

1 King Size Bed

Pool view

Shower

Heating

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Beach Bungalow

Max:

6 persons

40 m²

Bed options:

1 King Size Bed

Garden view

Shower

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Beach Room

Max:

5 persons

54 m²

Bed options:

3 Single beds

Sea view

Shower

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Getting around

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City Center

Bowen 2.4 mi

Airports

Hayman Island Resort Seaplane Base (HIS) 56.1 mi

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

World-Class Cuisine

“The cafe offered amazing food and a good atmosphere, especially with live music enhancing the dining experience.” view full review

Spotless Serenity

“Our cabin was impeccably clean, providing a comfortable retreat after a day spent exploring.” view full review

Fully Equipped Cabin

“The self-contained cabin had all the amenities we needed, including a full-size fridge, making meal prep effortless.” view full review

Immaculate Facilities

“The shared bathrooms were consistently spotlessly clean and well-stocked, making our stay very pleasant.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi in public areas
Free parking
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key access

Sports & Fitness

Snorkeling
Hiking
Golf course
Pool tables
Table tennis
Fishing

Guest Parking

Shared kitchen
Electric kettle
Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Services

Paid airport shuttle
Laundry
Tours/Ticket assistance

Dining

Outdoor dining area
Picnic area/ Tables

Business

Fax/Photocopying

Children

Toys
Game room

Facilities for people with disabilities

Toilet for disabled
Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

Saltwater pool
Beach access
Aqua park
Garden area
BBQ facilities
Leisure/ TV room
Shallow end

Room features

Air conditioning
Sitting area
Patio
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Dining table
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Sink

Self-catering

Shared kitchen
Electric kettle
Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

Flat-screen TV

Room decor

Parquet floor

Location

1 Horseshoe Bay Road, Bowen, Australia

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1 Horseshoe Bay Road, Bowen, Australia

City landmarks

Queens Beach

1.9 mi

Margaret Reyonlds Dr

Flagstaff Hill Lookout

2.3 mi

Mother Beddock Rock

3.5 mi

Nearby

Beach

Horseshoe Bay

100 ft

Horseshoe Bay Road

Horseshoe Bay Rotary Lookout

100 ft

Restaurants

The Cove Restaurant

600 ft

Horseshoe Bay Road 2B Coral Cove Apartments

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience

68%

liked the resort and would come back again

Lovely bay

Friendly campers

Pool area uninviting

Unreliable Wi-Fi

6.8/10

Nice

Rooms

6.2

Location

8.4

Service

8.2

Dining

5.5

Neil

United Kingdom, December 2024

6.8/10

This resort is set in a picturesque area with stunning bays and offers several accommodation options. While the cabin we booked was clean and well-appointed, its proximity to a café meant we were disturbed by loud music. The facilities are decent, but some areas could really benefit from freshening up, especially the pool. Overall, the value for money is questionable, particularly for the so-called "bay view" cabin.

Rooms

6.0

The cabin was clean and well-appointed, but the views advertised were misleading with only partial glimpses of the bay.

Service

8.0

The reception staff were understanding and helpful, addressing our concerns with a pleasant attitude.

Location

7.0

The location is beautiful, right by the bay, but the noise from the café reduces the tranquil atmosphere.

Dining

Facilities

6.0

The facilities include a café and a pool; however, the pool could use some renovation to enhance the guest experience.

Jordan

United Kingdom, December 2024

7.0/10

This resort offers a beautiful setting with stunning views, but my experience was dampened by the noise from the nearby cafe that lasted longer than expected. The cabin, while clean and well-appointed, didn't quite match up to the promise of a 'bay view.' If you can overlook the noise, the surrounding area is lovely and worth exploring, but be cautious about which cabin you choose.

Rooms

7.0

The cabin was very clean and well-equipped but lacked the promised bay view, offering only glimpses instead.

Service

9.0

The reception staff was friendly and helpful, even returning an item we accidentally left behind.

Location

8.0

The location is fantastic with beautiful views of the bay, although the noise from the cafe detracted from the experience.

Dining

6.0

The onsite cafe offers convenience, but the loud music can be disruptive for those staying nearby.

Facilities

5.0

While the resort includes a pool and cafe, the atmosphere around them was uninviting, which may deter usage.

Clive

United Kingdom, November 2024

7.0/10

This campground is a charming spot by a lovely bay, making it a peaceful escape. The facilities are generally clean and well-stocked, but the pool area was underwhelming and not inviting. I had a great time interacting with fellow campers, many of whom were regulars and created a friendly atmosphere. However, the unreliable Wi-Fi dampened my experience a bit, especially as I was hoping to plan my next stops during my stay.

Rooms

6.0

The accommodation was tidy, but it felt somewhat outdated and could use a revamp.

Service

8.0

The service was friendly and the staff were helpful throughout my stay.

Location

9.0

The location is spectacular, right by the beach and surrounded by stunning views.

Dining

Facilities

5.0

While the facilities are generally clean, the pool area was disappointing and uninviting, which was a letdown.

Lovely bay

Pool area uninviting

Charles

United Kingdom, October 2024

7.2/10

Our stay at the resort was quite mixed. The area is stunning, especially the bays nearby and the lovely clean facilities. However, the cabin we booked didn't really live up to the extra cost for a 'bay view.' Despite some frustrations, we enjoyed the cleanliness and tidiness of the resort overall.

Rooms

6.0

The cabin was clean and well-appointed, but the promised 'bay view' was misleading, simply offering glimpses of the water and not worth the extra charge. Additionally, the cabin felt cramped and was rattled by the wind.

Service

9.0

The staff was incredibly helpful and welcoming. They handled our inquiries with grace and even returned our lost item promptly.

Location

9.0

The resort is situated close to beautiful bays, which was a huge plus. We loved listening to the waves at night, creating a peaceful atmosphere.

Dining

5.0

The on-site cafe was convenient, but the live music during our stay became quite bothersome, especially when we were trying to relax in our cabin.

Facilities

7.0

Facilities like the cafe and pool were well-maintained and offered a good experience, but the proximity of the cabin to the cafe was less than ideal.

Andrew

United Kingdom, October 2024

6.8/10

Our stay at the resort had its ups and downs. The location was beautiful, and we enjoyed the scenic views by the bay. However, the proximity to the cafe with live music made our experience quite frustrating, especially as it went on longer than we were informed. The cabin we booked didn’t quite match the description, and we felt misled about the extra charges. While the staff were generally nice, the overall value for money wasn’t there for what we received.

Rooms

6.0

The cabin was clean but didn't feel like a true 'bay view' as advertised, and the setup was not ideal.

Service

7.0

The staff was generally friendly and accommodating, although there was some confusion about our cabin's location.

Location

9.0

The resort is situated in a stunning area with beautiful views around the bay, which we appreciated.

Dining

Facilities

5.0