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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.

A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a wooden accent panel, a stainless steel refrigerator, and two wooden stools.

A modern living room with a sofa, a round coffee table, and a laptop on a desk.

A modern outdoor bar area with a concrete counter, metal stools, and large windows offering city views.

1. Quest Geelong Central

Geelong Central, 2.7 km from Geelong Showground

Maureen

Rp2.071.453

Rp2.278.598 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A neatly made bed with a brown blanket, a white pillow, and a vase with dried flowers on a bedside table.

A waterfront area with palm trees, a marina with boats, and a building with outdoor seating.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel sink, a microwave, and a coffee maker. There are two wicker chairs and a table with a potted plant.

A room with a white wall, a wooden coat rack, a white dress, a woven hat, a patterned throw, a beige pillow, a brown chair, a round wooden table with a bowl, a vase with flowers, and a book.

2. Anchor Geelong

Geelong Central, 2.1 km from Geelong Showground

Rebecca

Rp1.613.341

Rp1.918.524 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A modern two-story building with a balcony, large windows, and a gated entrance.

A modern living room with a wooden dining table, two sofas, and a patterned rug.

A staircase with a black metal railing and a hanging light fixture with three bulbs.

Three rustic wooden sculptures in a garden area with gravel and plants.

3. Timber Door Luxury Accommodation Geelong

Geelong Central, 2.7 km from Geelong Showground

Rp2.373.284

Rp2.822.281 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A modern hotel room with a sofa, two chairs, a small table, a TV, and a large window with a city view.

A modern indoor pool area with lounge chairs and potted plants.

A modern restaurant with a long communal table, cushioned seating, and pendant lighting.

4. Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong by IHG

Geelong Central, 3 km from Geelong Showground

Tony

Rp1.838.978

Rp2.022.876 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

A swimming pool with a clear view of the surrounding area, including palm trees and a building with a covered patio.

A paved pathway flanked by palm trees and greenery, leading to a building with a stone facade.

A hotel room with two beds, a window with curtains, an air conditioning unit, and a painting on the wall.

A modern living room with a dining area, a flat-screen TV, and a large window with curtains.

5. Barwon Valley Lodge

Belmont, 2.9 km from Geelong Showground

Stewart

Rp1.888.363

Rp2.077.199 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A modern apartment with a balcony, a dining area, and a kitchenette.

A modern interior with a bar area, seating, and large windows.

A view from a high-rise building with a clear sky, a balcony railing, and a residential area with houses and greenery below.

6. Oaks R Suites Geelong

Geelong Central, 2.6 km from Geelong Showground

mandi

Rp2.301.614

Rp2.531.775 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A swimming pool with two people swimming, surrounded by lounge chairs and palm trees.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a dining table with white chairs, and a kitchen area in the background.

A modern kitchen with a gas stove, microwave, and white cabinets. There is a dining area with a table and chairs, and a large window with blinds.

A hotel room with a bed, a ceiling fan, a window with a view of the outside, and a nightstand.

7. Geelong Holiday Park

Belmont, 2.3 km from Geelong Showground

John

Rp1.146.564

Rp1.280.138 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A bathroom with a glass shower enclosure, a bathtub, and a tiled wall.

A backyard with a swimming pool, a covered patio, and a lawn with flowers.

A motel with a green lawn, a rose garden, and a covered parking area.

A row of brick buildings with white awnings and a covered outdoor area.

8. Rose Garden Motel

Belmont, 2.1 km from Geelong Showground

Nathan

Rp1.459.558

Rp1.605.564 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

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

A modern indoor space with geometric patterned flooring, contemporary furniture, and large windows offering a view of greenery outside.

A pool table area with multiple tables, chairs, and a view of the outdoors.

A modern outdoor deck with a sofa, chairs, and a table, overlooking a lush garden and trees.

9. Eden Oak Geelong

East Geelong, 2.2 km from Geelong Showground

Lisa

Rp1.529.163

Rp1.682.079 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a round wooden table, and a potted plant.

A modern kitchen with a dining area, wooden beams on the ceiling, and a large window offering a view of the outside.

A modern interior with a wooden ceiling, a grey sofa, a round coffee table, and a dining area with a white table and chairs.

A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a gas stove, an oven, and a refrigerator.

10. Tasman Holiday Parks - Geelong

Belmont, 3.1 km from Geelong Showground

Anonymous traveller

Rp1.533.627

Rp1.533.627 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A swimming pool with a clear reflection, surrounded by a well-maintained hedge and a modern building with a flat roof.

A room with a sofa, a small table, and a wall-mounted fan. There is a window with a view of a fence and trees.

A living room with a beige sofa, a wooden coffee table with a wine bottle and glasses, and a painting of a sunset over rocks on the wall.

A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, a buffet counter with food displays, and a view of greenery outside.

11. Admiralty Inn

Geelong Central, 2.3 km from Geelong Showground

Alice

Rp1.305.842

Rp1.436.426 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A family of three walking on a beach with waves.

An aerial view of a swimming pool area with lounge chairs and palm trees.

A modern bar area with a bar counter, multiple stools, and a variety of bottles.

A modern reception area with a wooden ceiling, a reception desk, and a seating area with chairs and a sofa.

12. Rydges Geelong

Geelong Central, 2.7 km from Geelong Showground

Stephanie

Rp1.734.420

Rp1.907.862 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A balcony with a view of the sea and marina, a sofa with a colorful pillow, and a painting on the wall.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk with a laptop, a TV, and a view of the ocean and palm trees.

A long dining table set with candles, glassware, and floral arrangements, overlooking a lush landscape.

A poolside area with three wicker lounge chairs and a clear view of the sea and palm trees.

13. Novotel Geelong

Waterfront Precinct, 3 km from Geelong Showground

Grant

Rp2.243.668

Rp2.468.035 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A modern hotel room with a bed, a desk, and a chair.

A modern room with a black leather sofa, a white door, a window with a view of greenery, and a microwave on a counter.

A motel with a signboard, brick exterior, and potted plants.

A coastal road with parked cars, palm trees, and a view of the sea with boats.

14. Bay City Motel Geelong

Geelong Central, 2.5 km from Geelong Showground

Anna

Rp1.888.363

Rp2.077.199 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinetry, a marble countertop, and a small potted plant.

A dining area with a table, chairs, a television, and a view of a green landscape through large windows.

A modern building with a red and white facade, large windows, and a staircase leading to a second floor.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

15. Parkside Motel Geelong

Belmont, 2.3 km from Geelong Showground

Rodney

Rp1.508.638

Rp1.659.502 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A modern hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, and a view of the sea and a Ferris wheel.

A parking lot with several cars, a gazebo, and palm trees.

A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, a wooden console, a round coffee table, a sofa, and a view through a large window.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a built-in oven, and a refrigerator. There is a dining area with a table and chairs, and a plant on the table.

16. Oaks Vue Suites Geelong

Geelong Central, 2.7 km from Geelong Showground

Jason

Rp2.269.228

Rp2.496.151 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

A motel with a signboard, a drive-thru, and parked cars.

A hotel room with a flat-screen TV, a microwave, a framed abstract painting, a black leather chair, a bedside table with a lamp, and a wooden cabinet.

A building with a glass facade, a one-way entry sign, and a parked car.

17. Eastern Sands City Centre

Geelong Central, 2.6 km from Geelong Showground

Leanie Kerry

Rp1.402.586

Rp1.542.845 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

A marina with boats, a lighthouse, and a building with a dome and flag.

A balcony with a table, two blue glasses, and a view of a street with cars and trees.

A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a central island, and a built-in oven.

A modern multi-story building with a flag on top, located at a street corner with traffic lights and trees.

18. Waterfront By Gold Star Stays

Waterfront Precinct, 2.9 km from Geelong Showground

Kelvin

Rp2.626.826

Rp2.626.826 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A modern living room with a television, seating, and a balcony with a city view.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, stove, and a refrigerator. There is a glass dining table with four chairs.

A modern living room with a glass dining table, blue sofa, and a flat-screen TV.

A modern living room with a pink sofa, a glass coffee table, and a dining area with a white table and chairs.

19. Mckillop Geelong By Gold Star Stays

Geelong Central, 2.1 km from Geelong Showground

michelle

Rp1.860.845

Rp2.011.722 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A hotel with a balcony overlooking a parking lot and a road.

A two-story building with a covered parking area and a fire hose mounted on the wall.

A building with a covered parking area, a beige car, and a white SUV.

A two-story Colonial Lodge Motel with a covered walkway and a parking area.

20. Colonial Lodge Motel Geelong

South Geelong, 1.9 km from Geelong Showground

Chris

Rp2.052.614

Rp2.257.825 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Oct - 4 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Geelong Showground

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Quest Geelong Central	9.8 Exceptional 326 reviews	View
Anchor Geelong	9.6 Exceptional 380 reviews	View
Timber Door Luxury Accommodation Geelong	9.6 Exceptional 153 reviews	View
Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong by IHG	9.4 Exceptional 439 reviews	View
Barwon Valley Lodge	9.6 Exceptional 464 reviews	View

Top Geelong Showground Hotel Reviews

Oaks R Suites Geelong

10/10 Excellent

"Perfect location,nice stuffs,"

Eden Oak Geelong

10/10 Excellent

"a well-hidden gem in beautiful Geelong. Definitely will come again."

Crowne Plaza Geelong by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Fantastic location. Beautiful rooms clean and quiet."

Parkside Motel Geelong

8/10 Good

"Very clean and comfortable Highly recommended"

Eastern Sands City Centre

10/10 Excellent

"I had booked before reading several bad reviews about this motel, so was worried what I would find. However, everything was excellent, lovely room with good amenities. Just missing a plug in bathroom sink. Everything clean and newly renovated. Very helpful staff and great location close to Eastern Beach and city centre."

Anchor Geelong

10/10 Excellent

"On-site parking, across the road from the Geelong Hospital and a short drive to central Geelong, the waterfront, cafes and restaurants make it a good location. All rooms were clean and the bed was comfortable."

Quest Geelong Central

8/10 Good

"Good accommodation"

Oaks Vue Suites Geelong

10/10 Excellent

"Fabulous place to stay. Close to everything!"

Rydges Geelong

8/10 Good

"The hotel was nice, the rooms were a little dated and they were also hot. Couldn’t get the rooms cool or below 19.C. Overall buffet brekky was great and the stay was nice."

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Eastern Beach Swimming Enclosure

9.0/10 (215 reviews)

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Eastern Beach Swimming Enclosure might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Waterfront Precinct. While in this relaxing area, find time to visit its shops.

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Little Creatures Brewery

You can take time to visit Little Creatures Brewery during your travels to Geelong. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this relaxing area.

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Bellarine Rail Trail

You can take time to visit Bellarine Rail Trail during your travels to Geelong. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this relaxing area.

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Mill Markets

During your visit to Geelong, you can enjoy retail therapy at Mill Markets. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

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Old Geelong Gaol

9.0/10 (7 reviews)

Find out about the history of Geelong when you take a trip to Old Geelong Gaol. Visit the area's shops or amble around its beautiful beaches.

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GMHBA Stadium

8.8/10 (147 reviews)

Catch an event at GMHBA Stadium during your trip to Geelong. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in the area.

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Geelong Botanical Gardens

8.8/10 (122 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Geelong Botanical Gardens, a lovely green space in Geelong. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this relaxing area.

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Museum of Play and Art

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Museum of Play and Art during your trip to Geelong.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Geelong Showground?

Geelong Showground is located in a welcoming area of Geelong known for its beautiful beaches and golfing. You'll find 214 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best place to stay close to Geelong Showground?

Rydges Geelong is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. It's located 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from Geelong Showground. Other good choices within 5 miles include Admiralty Inn and Eden Oak Geelong.

How many hotels can I expect to find close to Geelong Showground?

Expedia has 214 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Geelong Showground.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Geelong Showground, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the top deals on offer near Geelong Showground.

What can I see and do near Geelong Showground?

You'll want to browse the exhibits at Museum of Play and Art and National Wool Museum. Sights like Old Geelong Gaol and The Heights Heritage House and Garden highlight some of the local culture. Enjoy the outdoors at Geelong Botanical Gardens, Steampacket Gardens or Rippleside Park.

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Our top choices for Geelong Showground hotels

1. Quest Geelong Central

2. Anchor Geelong

3. Timber Door Luxury Accommodation Geelong

4. Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong by IHG

5. Barwon Valley Lodge

6. Oaks R Suites Geelong

7. Geelong Holiday Park

8. Rose Garden Motel

9. Eden Oak Geelong

10. Tasman Holiday Parks - Geelong

11. Admiralty Inn

12. Rydges Geelong

13. Novotel Geelong

14. Bay City Motel Geelong

15. Parkside Motel Geelong

16. Oaks Vue Suites Geelong

17. Eastern Sands City Centre

18. Waterfront By Gold Star Stays

19. Mckillop Geelong By Gold Star Stays

20. Colonial Lodge Motel Geelong

Compare popular hotels close to Geelong Showground

Top Geelong Showground Hotel Reviews

Oaks R Suites Geelong

Eden Oak Geelong

Crowne Plaza Geelong by IHG

Parkside Motel Geelong

Eastern Sands City Centre

Anchor Geelong

Quest Geelong Central

Oaks Vue Suites Geelong

Rydges Geelong

Other attractions near Geelong Showground

Eastern Beach Swimming Enclosure

Little Creatures Brewery

Bellarine Rail Trail

Mill Markets

Old Geelong Gaol

GMHBA Stadium

Geelong Botanical Gardens

Museum of Play and Art

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