Original North Australian
Motel, 3-star55 Herbert Street, Bowen, AustraliaShow on map
Fabulous
Guests rate it highest for location, service and amenities.
8.6361Reviews- Check-in from 2:00 PMCheck-out by 10:00 AM.
- Superb locationGuests rate the location 9.1 out of 10, at 55 Herbert Street.
- Free parkingThe property states parking on site is free for guests.
Convenient Location The Original North Australian is ideally situated just a 5-minute stroll from Bowen’s beautiful beach and water park, offering guests easy access to sun, sand, and sea.
Comfortable Accommodations Each air-conditioned room at the motel boasts a patio with an outdoor dining area, perfect for enjoying the pleasant weather. Inside, guests will find a cozy dining/seating area, a flat-screen TV, and convenient amenities like a fridge and tea/coffee facilities.
Nearby Attractions Within minutes by car, guests can explore Centre Point Plaza shopping centre and the Tourism Information Centre, home to the famous giant mango sculpture—a must-see local landmark.
Ready to experience the perfect blend of comfort and convenience? Book your stay at the Original North Australian today!
What this place offers
- WiFi available
- Free WiFi
- Parking
- Free Parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Air conditioning
- Family rooms
- Laundry
- Soundproof rooms
- Non-smoking throughout
Rooms
8.6
Fabulous
Rated 8.6 out of 10 by 361 guests who stayed here.
- Cleanliness8.2
- Service8.9
- Location9.1
- Rooms8.3
- Amenities8.7
- Value8.5
- Food & drink8.3
Guests mention
Friendly staffGood locationClean roomsExcellent food
DougAustraliaIn town. Close to everything
Hotel was not open to public,
Microwave in room 5 did not work.
JudithAustraliaGreat stay
It was clean and comfortable. The staff were friendly and helpful.
Deb & RobAustraliaClose to all shops. 9
LucieAustraliaLocation was nice and central
Room smelt like bleach, bed was hard and uncomfortable. Milk for coffee was so tiny and not enough for two people
Kay Gray-AustraliaConvenience of location. It's close to hotels for dining. Only stayed overnight as travelling thru. Didn't get to de the sites.
Locals were out till about 5.30 yelling and scraping chairs across concrete. Very noisy,…
SusanAustraliaRoom was small but neat and tidy.
Reviews are written by guests who booked through our supplier and stayed, shown as written and in their own language. Category scores are the supplier’s reading of recent reviews, updated January 2026.
Where you’ll be
55 Herbert Street, Bowen, Australia
Guests rate the location 9.1 out of 10 — superb.
Things to know
Cancellation
Each room shows its own terms before you pay.
Most rates can be cancelled free until a date shown on the room.
Non-refundable rates are marked as such.
House rules
Check-in from 2:00 PM until 06:00 PM
Check-out by 10:00 AM
Children welcome
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No pets
Free parking on site
Non-smoking rooms available
Payment & property
Paid when you book, not at the desk.
Rates include the taxes and fees we can read.
The property may take a card at check-in for incidentals.
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Please note that check-in is available from 14:00 - 18:00. Please let the property know at the time of booking if you will be arriving outside of these hours. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property using the contact details found on the booking confirmation.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation. A deposit may be required at the property.
What we’d check for you here
- That the step-free room is actually free on your dates, and whether it is a roll-in shower or a bath, which the listing never says.
- Whether there is room for a pickup, a trailer or a van, not just a car.
- Whether the rate moves for your dates, and what it includes.
- What the property actually charges at the desk on top of the rate.
Questions about Original North Australian
What time is check-in and check-out at Original North Australian?
Check-in is from 2:00 PM. Check-out is by 10:00 AM. If you're arriving late, tell us and we'll ask the property to hold the room.
Does Original North Australian allow pets?
No — the property states that pets are not allowed.
Is there parking at Original North Australian?
Yes — the property states that parking on site is free. Whether a space can be reserved in advance varies, so we check it against your dates.
Does Original North Australian have Wi-Fi?
Yes — internet access is listed among the property's facilities.
Does Original North Australian have wheelchair accessible rooms?
The property lists step-free or accessible facilities. That flag is the one least able to settle the question: a hotel can carry it and still have a step at the entrance, or a bath rather than a roll-in shower, and it does not say whether the accessible room is free on your dates. Tell us what you need and we'll ask the property directly rather than reading you the flag.
How do I book Original North Australian?
Put your dates in above and book online, or call (888) 789-8585 and we'll do it for you — including things a booking form can't handle, like a block of rooms, a monthly rate or an invoice for your employer.
Where is Original North Australian?
55 Herbert Street, Bowen.
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