Shire of Bowen

Travel Guide

Horseshoe Bay is Bowen's most iconic beach and a favourite for locals and visitors alike. The beach is framed by two granite outcrops which provide a haven for a wonderful range of fish and coral just a short swim from the beach. There is also a little resort next to the car park. This is taken from Rotary Outlook which is about 10 min walk from the carpark.
Horseshoe Bay is Bowen's most iconic beach and a favourite for locals and visitors alike. The beach is framed by two granite outcrops which provide a haven for a wonderful range of fish and coral just a short swim from the beach. There is also a little resort next to the car park. This is taken from Rotary Outlook which is about 10 min walk from the carpark.
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Where to stay in Shire of 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.

Queens Beach
Whitsunday Sands Resort

Whitsunday Sands Resort

4 out of 5
2A Horseshoe Bay Road Bowen QLD
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P6,134 per night from Feb 22 to Feb 23
P6,134
P6,748 total
Feb 22 - Feb 23
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (770 reviews)
Very clean and beautiful- peaceful

Reviewed on Feb 3, 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 P4,852 per night from Mar 1 to Mar 2
P4,852
P5,337 total
Mar 1 - Mar 2
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! (195 reviews)
Room clean and spacious for a nights stay. Convenient having bistro and BWS on site as well. Great location

Reviewed on Jan 10, 2026

Nightcap at Queens Beach Hotel
Horseshoe Bay Resort

Horseshoe Bay Resort

2.5 out of 5
1 Horseshoe Bay Road Bowen QLD
The price is P3,920 per night from Feb 15 to Feb 16
P3,920
P3,920 total
Feb 15 - Feb 16
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach holiday park in Bowen. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Horseshoe Bay Beach and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (114 reviews)
Wonderful 3 night stay. Clean, well equipped cabin. Great proximity to all of the best beaches. Janelle was friendly and helpful. Looking forward to getting back here soon.

Reviewed on Dec 20, 2025

Horseshoe Bay Resort
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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 ...
6.4/10 (106 reviews)
Dropped in overnight on our way through, manager was super helpful. Kids spent most of the time in the pool.

Reviewed on Jan 10, 2026

Ocean Breeze 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! (165 reviews)
Clean comfortable cabin. Easy parking next cabin. Cabin near to swimming pool

Reviewed on Feb 10, 2026

Palm View Holiday Apartments
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 ...
7.4/10 Good! (202 reviews)
Excellent stay Caretakers are very kind gentle souls

Reviewed on Feb 6, 2026

Beachside Holiday Units
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Popular places to visit

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

Rose Bay Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Rose Bay Beach during your trip to Rose Bay?

Rose Bay Beach

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

Bowen Skate Park

You can take time to visit Bowen Skate Park during your travels to Bowen Town Center. Make some time to visit the shops while you're in the area.

Bowen Skate Park

Port of Abbot Point

Explore the waterfront in Bowen with a trip to Port of Abbot Point. Wander the beaches and gardens in the area.

Port of Abbot Point

Bowen Harbour

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

Bowen Harbour
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