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.
We recommend the Tiger Moth tour of the Whitsundays. Unique perspective 😍
The Big Mango is located at Bowen Visitor Information Centre. This is just one big thing among other big things in Australia. For instance there is the Big Prawn, the Big Pineapple, the Big Banana, the Big Captain Cook etc. According to Wikipedia there are more 150 big things here. All every cheesy.

Where to stay in Bowen

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Queens Beach

Visitors to Queens Beach like its beaches and restaurants, and Bowen Golf Course is a sight worth a stop.

Queens Beach
Whitsunday Sands Resort

Whitsunday Sands Resort

4 out of 5
2A Horseshoe Bay Road Bowen QLD
The price is €98 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
€98
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach motel in Bowen. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (771 reviews)
Very clean and beautiful- peaceful

Reviewed on 3 Feb 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 €77 per night from 5 Mar to 6 Mar
€77
5 Mar - 6 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach motel in Bowen. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 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 10 Jan 2026

Nightcap at Queens Beach Hotel
Palm View Holiday Apartments

Palm View Holiday Apartments

4 out of 5
Corner Horseshoe Bay Rd & Soldiers Rd Bowen QLD
The price is €82 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
€82
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this apartment in Bowen. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Queens Beach and Bowen Golf Course are ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (166 reviews)
Neat cabin suitable for an overnight visit. Clean cool and very good parking space next to cabin. Lovely garden

Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026

Palm View Holiday Apartments
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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 Wi-Fi, free parking and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Queens Beach and Bowen Golf Course are ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (166 reviews)
Neat cabin suitable for an overnight visit. Clean cool and very good parking space next to cabin. Lovely garden

Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026

Palm View Holiday Apartments
Ocean Breeze Units

Ocean Breeze Units

3 out of 5
5 Marshall Street Bowen QLD
Stay at this golf apartment in Bowen. Enjoy free parking, an airport shuttle (surcharge) and a garden. Popular attractions Bowen Golf Course and Queens Beach ...
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 10 Jan 2026

Ocean Breeze Units
Beachside Holiday Units

Beachside Holiday Units

3.5 out of 5
38 Horseshoe Bay Road Bowen QLD
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 located ...
7.6/10 Good! (204 reviews)
Great Value Fabulous Mt go to in Bowen

Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026

Beachside Holiday Units
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Popular places to visit

The Big Mango

4/5(1 review)

You can learn about the history of Bowen with a visit to 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 Harbour

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

Bowen Harbour

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

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

Things to do

Cape Gloucester Getaway -2 Hour Helicopter & Resort Visit

Cape Gloucester Getaway -2 Hour Helicopter & Resort Visit

€333
per adult
Cape Gloucester Getaway -2 Hour Helicopter & Resort Visit
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