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, Geelong Botanical Gardens and Eastern Beach Swimming Enclosure 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
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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
Awesome mammatus clouds over the lake at Armstrong Creek Geelong.

Armstrong Creek

If you're spending some time in Armstrong Creek, Armstrong Creek Public Purposes Reserve and Warralily Reserve are top sights worth seeing.

Armstrong Creek
Rydges Geelong

Rydges Geelong

4 out of 5
Cnr Gheringhap & Myers St Geelong VIC
The price is AED 417 per night from Feb 8 to Feb 9
AED 417
AED 459 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! (1,003 reviews)
Very pleasant staff and great amenities. The only down side is that the bathroom was very small.

Reviewed on 1 February 2026

Rydges Geelong
Eden Oak Geelong

Eden Oak Geelong

4 out of 5
20 Adams Court East Geelong VIC
The price is AED 330 per night from Feb 8 to Feb 9
AED 330
AED 363 total
8 Feb - 9 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Geelong. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (482 reviews)
Staff rooms

Reviewed on 30 January 2026

Eden Oak Geelong
Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong by IHG

Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong by IHG

4 out of 5
40 Ryrie Street Geelong VIC
The price is AED 429 per night from Mar 10 to Mar 11
AED 429
AED 472 total
10 Mar - 11 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! (266 reviews)
Nice building and facilities, we are impressed.

Reviewed on 3 February 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! (1,493 reviews)
The location was great The room was very clean and well equipped.

Reviewed on 1 February 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

4.1
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
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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