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Our top choices for Waterfront Precinct hotels

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by tropical plants and a modern building.

1. Eden Oak Geelong

Eden Oak Geelong
4.0 star property
Waterfront Precinct
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (585 reviews)
"Quiet and comfortable place to stay. Great"
Australia
Lisa
The price is HK$681
HK$749 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Eden Oak Geelong
A modern hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, and a view of the sea and a Ferris wheel.

2. Oaks Vue Suites Geelong

Oaks Vue Suites Geelong
4.5 star property
Waterfront Precinct
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,525 reviews)
"Fantastic Stay!"
Australia
Jason
The price is HK$1,011
HK$1,112 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Sept - 24 Sept
Oaks Vue Suites Geelong
An indoor swimming pool with a blue-lit water feature, a modern interior design with exposed ceilings and a view of the cityscape.

3. Crowne Plaza Geelong by IHG

Crowne Plaza Geelong by IHG
4.5 star property
Waterfront Precinct
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (75 reviews)
"Overall good solid hotel great location nice and quiet rooms"
Australia
Ben
The price is HK$1,151
HK$1,151 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Crowne Plaza Geelong by IHG
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

4. Eastern Sands City Centre

Eastern Sands City Centre
3.5 star property
Waterfront Precinct
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1,002 reviews)
"Lovely staff, very clean, great parking, close to CBD."
Australia
Leanie Kerry
The price is HK$617
HK$679 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Eastern Sands City Centre
A balcony with a view of the sea and marina, a sofa with a colorful pillow, and a painting on the wall.

5. Novotel Geelong

Novotel Geelong
4.0 star property
Waterfront Precinct
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Amazing stay but renovations were happening and the pool area was part of this construction zone. Apart from this. Amazing."
Australia
Grant
The price is HK$985
HK$1,084 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Novotel Geelong
A room with a sofa, a dining table with chairs, a lamp, and a painting.

6. Bayside Geelong Hotel & Apartments, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Bayside Geelong Hotel & Apartments, an Ascend Collection Hotel
4.5 star property
Waterfront Precinct
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (111 reviews)
"Very clean, nice staff. Restaurant was excellent. Great stay."
Australia
Ceylan
The price is HK$859
HK$945 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Bayside Geelong Hotel & Apartments, an Ascend Collection Hotel
A modern hotel reception area with a wooden reception desk, a mounted television, and a view of the beach through a glass wall.

7. Quest Geelong

Quest Geelong
4.0 star property
Waterfront Precinct
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (430 reviews)
"We loved our stay in Quest with our toy poodle! The staff were very accommodating and the hotel was clean and well kept. Highly recommended if you have furbabies!"
Australia
Myx
The price is HK$767
HK$844 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Quest Geelong
A modern hotel room with a bed, a desk, and a chair.

8. Bay City Motel Geelong

Bay City Motel Geelong
4.0 star property
Waterfront Precinct
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (704 reviews)
"Very close to everything"
Australia
Charmaine
The price is HK$804
HK$885 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
Bay City Motel Geelong
A reception desk with a variety of travel brochures and a membership certificate on the wall.

9. Rippleside Park Motor Inn

Rippleside Park Motor Inn
2.5 star property
Waterfront Precinct
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (407 reviews)
"Good position, friendly staff"
Australia
Greg
The price is HK$711
HK$782 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Sept - 24 Sept
Rippleside Park Motor Inn
A modern motel with a large garage and a visible sign for a car wash.

10. Belmercer Motel

Belmercer Motel
4.0 star property
Waterfront Precinct
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Clean , great location and friendly staff"
Australia
Nadia
The price is HK$727
HK$799 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Belmercer Motel
A marina with numerous boats docked along a calm waterway, a bridge in the background, and a clear sky.

11. Best Western Geelong Motor Inn & Serviced Apartments

Best Western Geelong Motor Inn & Serviced Apartments
4.0 star property
Waterfront Precinct
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Great location, a walk to the foreshore and town, and hany for the Spirit of Tasmania terminal."
Australia
Carol
The price is HK$754
HK$830 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Oct - 9 Oct
Best Western Geelong Motor Inn & Serviced Apartments
A modern apartment with a balcony, a dining area, and a kitchenette.

12. Oaks R Suites Geelong

Oaks R Suites Geelong
4.0 star property
Waterfront Precinct
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (863 reviews)
"The room was very spacious and the amenities were great."
United States
mandi
The price is HK$1,011
HK$1,112 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Oaks R Suites Geelong
A marina with boats, a lighthouse, and a building with a dome and flag.

13. Waterfront By Gold Star Stays

Waterfront By Gold Star Stays
4.0 star property
Waterfront Precinct
6.8 out of 10, (84 reviews)
"Good location, room was on the lower floor next to busy footpath. Parking was tight. "
New Zealand
Kelvin
The price is HK$1,154
HK$1,154 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Waterfront By Gold Star Stays

14. Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong by IHG

Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong by IHG
4.0 star property
Geelong Central, 5.3 km from Waterfront Precinct
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (439 reviews)
"Great hotel.comfortable and friendly staff"
United Kingdom
Tony
The price is HK$828
HK$911 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong by IHG
A family of three walking on a beach with waves.

15. Rydges Geelong

Rydges Geelong
4.0 star property
Geelong Central, 5.2 km from Waterfront Precinct
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Great budget friendly stay"
Australia
Stephanie
The price is HK$772
HK$850 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Sept - 25 Sept
Rydges Geelong
A bathroom with a glass shower enclosure, a bathtub, and a tiled wall.

16. Rose Garden Motel

Rose Garden Motel
4.0 star property
Belmont, 6.3 km from Waterfront Precinct
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (552 reviews)
"very accomodating"
Australia
Nathan
The price is HK$650
HK$715 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Rose Garden Motel
A modern living room with a sofa, dining table, and chairs. There is a TV mounted on the wall and a window with a view of the city.

17. Quest Geelong Central

Quest Geelong Central
4.0 star property
Geelong Central, 5.1 km from Waterfront Precinct
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (326 reviews)
"Accommodation was excellent, central to CBD, staff were welcoming and very informative. Will definitely stay again."
Australia
Maureen
The price is HK$910
HK$1,001 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Quest Geelong Central
A swimming pool with a clear reflection, surrounded by a well-maintained hedge and a modern building with a flat roof.

18. Admiralty Inn

Admiralty Inn
3.0 star property
Geelong Central, 4.9 km from Waterfront Precinct
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"We were very happy with our stay."
Australia
Alice
The price is HK$582
HK$640 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Admiralty Inn
A garden pathway leading to a building with outdoor seating and air conditioning units.

19. Parkwood Motel and Apartments

Parkwood Motel and Apartments
3.5 star property
7.2 km from Waterfront Precinct
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (320 reviews)
"Nice and quiet with garden view and close to The Sphinx hotel for meals. Older style rooms but comfortable."
Australia
Rachael
The price is HK$762
HK$838 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Sept - 24 Sept
Parkwood Motel and Apartments
A swimming pool with two people swimming, surrounded by lounge chairs and palm trees.

20. Geelong Holiday Park

Geelong Holiday Park
2.0 star property
Belmont, 6 km from Waterfront Precinct
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (84 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
Australia
John
The price is HK$511
HK$570 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Geelong Holiday Park
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Compare popular hotels in Waterfront Precinct

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A room with a sofa, a dining table with chairs, a lamp, and a painting.
Bayside Geelong Hotel & Apartments, an Ascend Collection Hotel
4.5 star property
9.8
Exceptional
111 reviews
View
An indoor swimming pool with a blue-lit water feature, a modern interior design with exposed ceilings and a view of the cityscape.
Crowne Plaza Geelong by IHG
4.5 star property
9.6
Exceptional
75 reviews
View
A view from a high-rise building with a clear sky, a balcony railing, and a residential area with houses and greenery below.
Oaks R Suites Geelong
4.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
863 reviews
View
A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by tropical plants and a modern building.
Eden Oak Geelong
4.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
585 reviews
View
A modern hotel reception area with a wooden reception desk, a mounted television, and a view of the beach through a glass wall.
Quest Geelong
4.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
430 reviews
View

Where to stay in Waterfront Precinct

Find the best Waterfront Precinct areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A Ferris wheel with yellow and purple cabins against a clear blue sky, surrounded by palm trees.

Geelong Central

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

A sunset over a grassy field with a prominent tree and a rock formation.

Mount Duneed

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

A calm lake surrounded by dense trees and reeds.

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.

A sunset over a grassy field with a prominent tree and a rock formation.

Moolap

While Moolap isn't home to many top sights, Mill Markets and Bellarine Rail Trail are some notable places to visit nearby.

A waterfront promenade with modern architecture, including a glass building and a sculpture garden with large stone sculptures.

Belmont

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

Top Waterfront Precinct Hotel Reviews

Bay City Motel Geelong

Bay City Motel Geelong

8/10 Good
"Convenient location - accessible walk from train station. A short stroll to Botanic Garden and water front. Thank you"
Anna 1-night trip
Posted less than an hour ago
Bay City Motel Geelong

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Waterfront Precinct?
Travellers will be sure to enjoy their time in Geelong's Waterfront Precinct neighbourhood. Are you looking for Waterfront Precinct travel tips? Make sure that you visit Eastern Beach Swimming Enclosure and Eastern Beach while you're in the neighbourhood.
What's a favourite place to stay in Waterfront Precinct?
Based on our traveller data, Eden Oak Geelong is one of the top choices for your stay in Waterfront Precinct. This hotel offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. Other good options for your stay in the area include Oaks R Suites Geelong and Bayside Geelong Hotel & Apartments, an Ascend Collection Hotel.
How many hotels are there in the Waterfront Precinct area?
If you're searching for places to stay in Geelong, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 45 Waterfront Precinct hotels and other accommodation options to choose from.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Waterfront Precinct, will I receive a refund?
Yes, the majority of hotel bookings are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review the best deals in Waterfront Precinct.
What is there to do around this Geelong neighbourhood?
Spend some time exploring the great outdoors at Geelong Botanical Gardens, Steampacket Gardens and Rippleside Park. Eastern Beach Swimming Enclosure and Eastern Beach are some other stops worth a visit in the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around Waterfront Precinct include Mill Markets, Bellarine Rail Trail and Giant Sky Wheel. When you're sightseeing in Geelong, Geelong Showground and Old Geelong Gaol are also worth a stop.
How can I get around Waterfront Precinct and the greater Geelong area?
To venture out of town, take a train from Geelong Station.