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The Waves Apartments

4.5 star property
Beachfront aparthotel for sun and fun

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The Waves Apartments, located on the waterfront, offers a peaceful retreat with practical amenities. Guests enjoy laundry facilities, an expansive terrace with water views, in-room WiFi, free self-parking, and express check-out for a hassle-free experience.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Pillowtop beds, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Executive Studio (2 Person)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Plasma TV
Pillowtop bed
Jetted bathtub
  • 65 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Family Studio (4 Person) | Pillowtop beds, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Family Studio (4 Person)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Plasma TV
Pillowtop bed
Jetted bathtub
  • 65 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed OR 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Beachfront Studio Apartment | Pillowtop beds, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Beachfront Studio Apartment

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Plasma TV
Pillowtop bed
Jetted bathtub
  • 60 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Cowes, The Waves Apartments is in a shopping district and on the beach. Phillip Island Coastal Reserve and Ventnor Bushland Reserve reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Penguin Parade and Phillip Island Wildlife Park. A Maze'N Things and Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit are also worth visiting.
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1 The Esplanade, Cowes, VIC, 3922

What's nearby

  • Cowes Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Silverleaves Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Phillip Island Ferry Dock - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Phillip Island Wildlife Park - 5 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • A Maze'N Things - 7 min drive - 4.0 miles

Getting around

  • Baxter Station - 73 min drive
  • Avalon Airport (AVV) - 143 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pino's Trattoria - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪G’day Tiger - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Cowes Curry Club - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Kristo's Charcoal Rotisserie & Salad Bar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Ocean Reach Brewing - ‬6 min walk

About this property

The Waves Apartments

Beachfront aparthotel for sun and fun
This smoke-free aparthotel features laundry facilities, express check-in, and express check-out. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, tour/ticket assistance, barbecue grills, and a front-desk safe are onsite. Each apartment boasts a jetted tub and offers free WiFi and a kitchenette. Guests will appreciate conveniences like a refrigerator and a microwave, while a plasma TV with digital channels and a DVD player provide a bit of entertainment. Limited housekeeping is available.
The Waves Apartments offers 28 accommodations with DVD players and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. 52-inch plasma televisions come with premium digital channels. Accommodations at this 4.5-star aparthotel have kitchenettes with refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers with jetted bathtubs, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Cowes aparthotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

Property amenities

Beach

  • On a sandy beach

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Free covered self parking on site

Kitchenette

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • 1 private bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 52-inch flat-screen TV with premium digital channels
  • DVD player

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Work spaces

  • Desk

Climate control

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Phone
  • Safe at front desk
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a shopping district
  • On the boardwalk/promenade
  • On the waterfront

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 28 units

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2.23 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are available for AUD 30.0 per stay

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 30.0 per stay
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.23 percent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is professionally cleaned

We should mention

Parking height restrictions apply

Property is also known as

Waves Apartments Apartment Cowes
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The Waves Apartments Hotel Cowes
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The Waves Apartments Phillip Island/Cowes
The Waves Apartments Cowes
The Waves Apartments Aparthotel
The Waves Apartments Aparthotel Cowes

Frequently asked questions

Is The Waves Apartments pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at The Waves Apartments?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Waves Apartments?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at The Waves Apartments?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is The Waves Apartments located?

Located in Cowes, this beachfront aparthotel is on the boardwalk/promenade, just steps from Phillip Island Coastal Reserve, Cowes Beach, and Silverleaves Beach. Phillip Island Ferry Dock and Phillip Island Wildlife Park are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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