Geelong

Travel Guide

Geelong which includes sailing, boating and a marina
Geelong which includes sailing, boating and a marina
Geelong showing outdoor art
Queenscliff which includes heritage elements and signage
Barwon Heads

Where to stay in Geelong

The big wheel on the waterfront.

Geelong Central

If you're spending some time in Geelong Central, Westfield Geelong and Geelong Performing Arts Center are top sights worth seeing.

Geelong Central
Walkway around the swimming enclosure

Waterfront Precinct

If you're spending some time in Waterfront Precinct, Eastern Beach Swimming Enclosure and Eastern Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Waterfront Precinct
Belmont Common is one of my favourite birdwatching areas in Geelong. There is a bird hide at Jerringot Wildlife Research. You get a lot of waterbirds in the area and also the occasional bird of prey. It's well known for crakes, rails and lathams snipe. #localgem

Belmont

Get to know Belmont by checking out its shopping, spas, and river views. Consider a visit to nearby sights like Kardinia Park or GMHBA Stadium during your time in the area.

Belmont
Wildlife Wetlands Sanctuary is located in the open grassy woodlands and wetlands of the volcanic Western Plains in between Melbourne and Geelong, in Lara.

Lara

You'll enjoy the museums and parks in Lara. You might want to make time for a stop at You Yangs Regional Park or Serendip Sanctuary.

Lara
The Great Ocean Road Memorial Archway was built to commemorate the 3,000 soldiers returned from World War I who built the Road between 1918 - 1932. The Arch is located 5 km west of Aireys Inlet

Mount Duneed

While visiting Mount Duneed, you might make a stop by sights like Narana Aboriginal Cultural Centre and Conewarre K47 Streamside Reserve.

Mount Duneed
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Leopold

When in Leopold, you can plan a visit to Adventure Park Geelong and Curlewis Golf Club, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Leopold
Rydges Geelong

Rydges Geelong

4 out of 5
Cnr Gheringhap & Myers St Geelong VIC
The price is SAR 423 per night from Feb 8 to Feb 9
SAR 423
SAR 465 total
8 Feb - 9 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Geelong. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
everything was great! they let us check in earlier because the room was ready, the room itself was clean and spacious, the staff were lovely and accommodating. reception gave us free drinks due to a misunderstanding (my fault for not messaging and checking but it wasn't held against me), and the ...

Reviewed on 29 January 2026

Rydges Geelong
Admiralty Inn

Admiralty Inn

3 out of 5
66 Mckillop Street Geelong VIC
The price is SAR 326 per night from Feb 4 to Feb 5
SAR 326
SAR 359 total
4 Feb - 5 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Geelong. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
Staff was great

Reviewed on 30 January 2026

Admiralty Inn
Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong by IHG

Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong by IHG

4 out of 5
40 Ryrie Street Geelong VIC
The price is SAR 387 per night from Mar 5 to Mar 6
SAR 387
SAR 426 total
5 Mar - 6 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Geelong. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (374 reviews)
aircon wasn't cold

Reviewed on 31 January 2026

Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong by IHG
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.
Quest Geelong Central

Quest Geelong Central

4 out of 5
71-77 Gheringhap St Geelong VIC
Stay at this aparthotel in Geelong. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (262 reviews)
Fine location, great staff, near a food store open many hours. Roof with view and exercise room.

Reviewed on 19 January 2026

Quest Geelong Central
Oaks Vue Suites Geelong

Oaks Vue Suites Geelong

4.5 out of 5
6 Bellerine St Geelong VIC
Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in Geelong. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,492 reviews)
Room was as expected and check in and out was easy.

Reviewed on 29 January 2026

Oaks Vue Suites Geelong
Barwon Valley Lodge

Barwon Valley Lodge

4.5 out of 5
99 Barrabool Road Belmont VIC
Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in Geelong. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Spirit of Tasmania Ferry Terminal ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (453 reviews)
Great accommodation for the price. Very quiet and nice grounds.

Reviewed on 17 December 2025

Barwon Valley Lodge
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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Reviews of Geelong

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Top Destination
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5 - Excellent 44%
4 - Good
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4 - Good 33%
3 - Okay
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4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Cute little beachside town with lots of outdoor eating.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Geelong is a great place to stay. It has it all - beaches, wonderful dining options, shopping & an easy train ride to Melbourne.

2/5 - Disappointing

Verified traveler

We were just passing through and needed a place to stay otherwise we avoid Geelong as its just not a nice place. Hotel was nice though.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Geelong waterfront has so much going on. A great place for families to explore