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Rydges Geelong

4.0 star property
Hotel with an outdoor pool, a quick walk to Kardinia Park

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Lobby
Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed | Premium bedding, minibar, desk, blackout drapes
Dinner served, local and international cuisine
Front of property - evening/night
Exterior

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • Gym
  • Room service
The current price is SAR 375
SAR 412 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Jun - 23 Jun

Room options

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Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed | Premium bedding, minibar, desk, blackout drapes

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 30 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Room (Double Double) | Premium bedding, minibar, desk, blackout drapes

Superior Room (Double Double)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 30 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 1 King Bed, Bay View | Premium bedding, minibar, desk, blackout drapes

Room, 1 King Bed, Bay View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 30 sq m
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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One Bedroom Apartment | View from room

One Bedroom Apartment

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
  • 60 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Living area | 42-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels, TV

Studio Apartment

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, desk, blackout drapes

King Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, desk, blackout drapes

Bay View King Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, desk, blackout drapes

Superior Double Double Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, minibar, desk, blackout drapes

Superior Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
Cnr Gheringhap & Myers St, Geelong, VIC, 3220

What's nearby

  • Geelong Performing Arts Center - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Kardinia Park - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • GMHBA Stadium - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • The Carousel - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Deakin University - 12 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • South Geelong Station - 15 min walk
  • Avalon Airport (AVV) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪James Street Bakery & Cafe - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Manhattan Bar - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Khan Curry Hut Indian Restaurant - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Caruggi - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Yanji Dumplings - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Rydges Geelong

Upscale hotel near Kardinia Park
Located close to Geelong Performing Arts Center and Westfield Geelong, Rydges Geelong provides dry cleaning/laundry services, a bar, and a gym. The on-site local and international cuisine restaurant, Nautica Pool Bar/Kitchen, features happy hour and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as conference space.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An outdoor pool and a children's pool, with sun loungers
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), self parking (surcharge), and an electric car charging station
  • Wedding services, smoke-free premises, and a TV in the lobby
  • Luggage storage, multilingual staff, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 138 rooms feature comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to perks like late night room service and free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with tubs or showers and free toiletries
  • 42-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Refrigerators, electric kettles, and daily housekeeping

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Uncovered self parking on site (AUD 27 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; AUD 34 for adults and AUD 16 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Nautica Pool Bar/Kitchen
  • Nautica Pool Bar/Kitchen

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • Elevator

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with premium digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Late-night room service
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 12:30 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.50 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination
COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and up

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 50.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately AUD 34 for adults and AUD 16 for children
  • Uncovered self parking fee: AUD 27.00 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 50.0 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.50 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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Geelong Mercure Hotel
Mercure Geelong
Rydges Geelong Hotel
Accor Geelong
Mercure Geelong Hotel Geelong
Rydges Geelong Hotel
Rydges Geelong Geelong
Rydges Geelong Hotel Geelong

Frequently asked questions

Does Rydges Geelong have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool. Pool access is from 7:00 AM–9:00 PM.

Is Rydges Geelong pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Rydges Geelong?

Self parking is available for AUD 27.00 per night. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Rydges Geelong?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 12:30 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Rydges Geelong?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Rydges Geelong located?

Located in the heart of Geelong, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Geelong Performing Arts Center and Kardinia Park. Westfield Geelong and Deakin University are also within 15 minutes. South Geelong Station is 15 minutes by foot.

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Rydges Geelong Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 369 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 344 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 177 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 83 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 31 out of 1004 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Warren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was very pleasant
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Ros

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Cleanliness… concierge excellent… breakfast was delicious… location brilliant
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Charmaine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great bed and pillows. Close to everything
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cassie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good, simple, clean and convenient
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Kay

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed a relaxed time here especially the pool
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Gordon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel in a good location well kept and friendly and helpful staff. A well run hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Sheldon

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room could have been cleaner. no tea towels, face washer's towels.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a great place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Rohan

Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot for the footy but expensive for what you get
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Sally

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable room and easy to walk to places
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was good, the room was clean and quiet overnight
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

greg

Liked: Amenities
Great stay Clean great staff
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

ACDC Welding

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Genevieve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious and clean stay, Perfect for our connecting Spirit of Tasmania cruise the next morning!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I really did love this hotel all round!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely place to stay at. Comfortable bed, excellent dining and breakfast. You certainly do get what you pay for.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel. Spacious comfortable room with a very comfortable bed. Quiet and private. Great location. Affordable luxury. Highly recommended
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Brett

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Generally a good experience and good value for money.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lucas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service, great beds, decent value
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dianna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beds very comfortable and big room. Pool fantastic and Happy Hour great. Staff professional
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice room, bed was comfortable, shower water pressure was good, price was reasonable, would come back again
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always quiet, find the beds to be very comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laurel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff. Cental and easy to get to.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mandy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Short stay in Geelong

It was a short break. My son loved the swimming pool and the bar service was amazing. Room was a bit dated but very clean. Loved all the facilities and within walking distance of great restaurants and waterfront. Staff was lovely
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yoram

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thank you very nice place
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024