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.
Welcome to Airlie Beach!
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.

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Where to stay in Shire of 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 S$149 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
S$149
15 Mar - 16 Mar
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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (774 reviews)
Gorgeous veiw of the ocean with beautiful gardens leasing directly to the beach!

Reviewed on 12 Mar, 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 S$117 per night from 26 Mar to 27 Mar
S$117
26 Mar - 27 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! (197 reviews)
Love the renos on the rooms bed was comfortable and food was beautiful thanks for the stay

Reviewed on 2 Mar, 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 S$86 per night from 17 Mar to 18 Mar
S$86
17 Mar - 18 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach holiday park in Bowen. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Horseshoe Bay Beach and Grays ...
Horseshoe Bay Resort
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.
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! (167 reviews)
Communication from hosts was excellent. Room was clean and looked fresh. Very inviting. Truly enjoyed my stay and would stay again!

Reviewed on 23 Feb, 2026

Palm View Holiday Apartments
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
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
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.

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