The Waves Apartments
2 The Esplanade
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Why people book this hotel
“Location”
“Great location”
“Decently clean”
“Very clean and easy to access”
“Friendly staff appartment very clean”
“Can’t comment on the staff as we didn’t see any”
“Clean and comfortable”
“Room was mostly clean and comfortable”
“Great location - beautiful views over park and beach - undercover parking”
“Secure locked garage with reserved spot is great”
“Great value and location”
Overview
Located opposite Cowes Beach, The Waves Apartments offers studio accommodation with a balcony and a relaxing spa bath. Guests enjoy BBQ facilities and can rent a bicycle to explore the surrounding area. Wi-Fi is also available. The Waves Apartments is a 6-minute drive from Philip Island Wildlife Park and a 14-minute drive from Philip Island Grand Prix Circuit. The Penguin Parade is a 15-minute drive away. The air-conditioned studio features a kitchenette with a stovetop, microwave and fridge. It has a dining and lounge area with a TV and a DVD player. Also on offer are ironing facilities, a desk and a bathroom.
Traveller reviews
Jacqui
family_with_children
June 9, 2026
Location
Julian
couple
June 9, 2026
Loved the north facing balcony with views and the two-man spa bath
Choon Beng
solo_traveller
June 8, 2026
Decently clean
Rachel
solo_traveller
May 30, 2026
Great location! Easy to walk to everything
Alfonsa
couple
May 24, 2026
“A+ would stay again”
Very clean and easy to access.
Prue
couple
May 18, 2026
Great location - beautiful views over park and beach - undercover parking
Dragan
couple
May 10, 2026
“One of the best places I’ve been in Victoria”
Friendly staff appartment very clean
Carrie
couple
April 14, 2026
“Enjoyed our stay, very comfortable and well maintained”
Clean and comfortable
Kaysie
family_with_children
April 13, 2026
Keys were forgotten to be left in room
Andrea
family_with_children
April 12, 2026
“Great location, tired exterior”
Location is fantastic in the islands main town near cafes, supermarkets etc, and right next to the beach. Room was mostly clean and comfortable. Secure locked garage with reserved spot is great.
Mary
family_with_children
April 6, 2026
“Family friendly great location and comfortable”
Great value and location
Ky
family_with_children
April 6, 2026
“We love staying at The Waves, perfect beach front location with short stroll to main shops.”
Location.
George
family_with_children
April 5, 2026
The locations great
Kelvin
couple
March 18, 2026
“Great location, had internet issues for 2 days of 3 night stay.”
Good location, close to restaurants and shopping.
Feng Yee
family_with_children
March 15, 2026
Divided areas and the cleanliness
John
solo_traveller
March 14, 2026
“Good accommodation but others in the complex disrupted my relaxing stay”
Location. Proximity to beach and town.
Susan
couple
March 9, 2026
“Highly recommend and looking forward to coming back.”
Great location and view. Very clean. Can’t comment on the staff as we didn’t see any.
Stephen
couple
March 9, 2026
Close to the beach, bars and cafes
Elizabeth
couple
March 5, 2026
“Great stay during Christmas festivities”
Lovely accommodation at a very busy time.
Kim
couple
March 1, 2026
The location !
Facilities
Activities
Golf course (within 3 km), Beachfront, Beach
Cleanliness & disinfecting
Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays, Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
Food & Drink
Breakfast options
Food & drink safety
All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized
General
Heating, Non-smoking throughout, Air conditioning, Designated smoking area, Non-smoking rooms, Family rooms, Lift
Internet
Internet services, WiFi, Free WiFi
Outdoors
BBQ facilities, Outdoor furniture, Terrace
Parking
Free parking, Parking, Parking on site, Parking garage, Accessible parking
Physical distancing
Contactless check-in/check-out, Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed, Screens or physical barriers placed between staff and guests in appropriate areas
Reception services
Invoice provided
Safety & security
24-hour security, Key access, Security alarm, Smoke alarms, CCTV in common areas, Fire extinguishers
Safety features
Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed, Process in place to check health of guests
Services
Private check-in/check-out, Express check-in/check-out
Family Room with Sea View
This family room's special feature is the spa bath. Meals can be prepared in the well-fitted kitchen, which is equipped with a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and a microwave. The spacious family room provides air conditioning, a private entrance, a terrace with sea views as well as a private bathroom featuring a walk-in shower. The unit offers 3 beds.
Classic Double Room with Sea View
Guests will have a special experience as the double room offers a spa bath. Guests can make meals in the kitchen that is equipped with a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and a microwave. The spacious double room provides air conditioning, a private entrance, a terrace with sea views as well as a private bathroom featuring a walk-in shower. The unit offers 1 bed.
Executive Studio
This air-conditioned studio boasts a balcony and a relaxing spa bath. It features a kitchenette with a stovetop, microwave and fridge. It has a dining and lounge area with a TV and a DVD player. Also on offer are ironing facilities, a desk and a bathroom. Please note that this room does not have beach views.
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