A terrace, a garden and laundry facilities are just a few of the amenities provided at Waterfront By Gold Star Stays. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Located near the beach, Waterfront By Gold Star Stays is in Waterfront Precinct, a neighbourhood in Geelong. National Wool Museum and Museum of Play and Art are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Old Geelong Gaol and The Heights Heritage House and Garden. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at GMHBA Stadium or Australian Skydive. With windsurfing and fishing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water. Visit our Geelong travel guide
This smoke-free apartment building features laundry facilities, a garden and a picnic area. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Each apartment has 2 bedrooms and offers free WiFi and a DVD player. Guests can enjoy a jetted bath, and other amenities include a kitchen with a fridge and an oven. Housekeeping is not available.
Waterfront By Gold Star Stays offers 2 air-conditioned accommodations with washers/dryers and DVD players. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. Accommodation at this 4-star apartment has kitchens with full-sized fridge/freezers, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include baths or showers with in-room jetted baths, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.
This Geelong apartment provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and an iron/ironing board.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
General
2 units
Garden
Soundproofing
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 9 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: AUD 25.00
Special check-in instructions
There is no front desk at this property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
3 children, up to the age of 3 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 60.0 per day.
Cots (infant beds) are not available
Payment types at the property
Important information
Optional extras
Late check-out fee: AUD 25.00 (subject to availability)
Rollaway bed fee: AUD 60.0 per day
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 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
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is professionally cleaned
Property is also known as
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Frequently asked questions
Is Waterfront By Gold Star Stays pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much does it cost to stay at Waterfront By Gold Star Stays?
As of 26 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Waterfront By Gold Star Stays on 5 May 2026 start from Rp2.572.595, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Waterfront By Gold Star Stays?
Self-parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Waterfront By Gold Star Stays?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 9 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.
What time is check-out at Waterfront By Gold Star Stays?
Checkout is at 11 AM. Late checkout is available for AUD 25.00 (subject to availability).
Where is Waterfront By Gold Star Stays located?
Located in Waterfront Precinct, this apartment building is steps away from Westfield Geelong and Steampacket Gardens. National Wool Museum and The Carousel are also within 5 minutes. Geelong Station is 11 minutes by foot and South Geelong Station is 19 minutes.
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Reviews
Waterfront By Gold Star Stays Reviews
6.8
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7.0
Cleanliness
8.6
Location
7.0
Staff & service
6.6
Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 81 reviews
10 - Excellent
16
Rating 8 - Good. 27 out of 81 reviews
8 - Good
27
Rating 6 - Okay. 19 out of 81 reviews
6 - Okay
19
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 81 reviews
4 - Poor
11
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 81 reviews
2 - Terrible
8
Reviews
Verified
8/10 Good
Donald
22 Jan 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
Excellent staff the lady who met us with the key very friendly shows everything we need to know
Donald
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kristy
8 Jan 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The room was clean close to everything.
Parked the car in the secure parking and walked everywhere. Close to shops, restaurants and beach.
Kristy
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Brittany
20 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Perfect location, very clean apartment that has everything you need. Thanks for a great stay.
Brittany
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Rachelle
25 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great large apartment.
We locked our keys in the apartment, owner come down to let us in.
Fantastic location!
Rachelle
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified
6/10 Okay
Gillian
19 Mar 2025
Liked: Communication
Great location apartment could do with some general maintenance
Gillian
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
Hayat
5 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, communication
The property was clean and close to shopping centre and to the beach.
The thing that was missing is that it didn’t have enough chairs, it’s fits 5 people but has 3 chairs only
Hayat
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified
8/10 Good
Kelly
2 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great stay
Kelly
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified
6/10 Okay
Michelle
9 Mar 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy
Apartment not as described No Bay view it was a park view if you lent over the balcony you could glimpse water through the trees just
A very tired unit that needs updating
Bathroom bench top completely cracked and not safe Check in was supposed to be three pm and we didn’t get in until after 5 as cleaners were working hard to get everything done
Not worth paying extra for this unit like we did
So many better places to stay at the waterfront at a better rate
We were both very disappointed
Michelle
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified
8/10 Good
Andrew
28 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
John, the owner was particularly helpful and responsive. We enjoyed the stay and will be back. Cheers
Andrew
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified
6/10 Okay
Dylan
7 Dec 2025
Disliked: Cleanliness
It’s a bigger apartment, but it needs some work. Tap was leaking benches have cracks in them. The bathtub needs some attention. It wasn’t left overly clean but I think that’s more the age of everything than the cleanliness.
Dylan
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
Michael
27 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Proximity to waterfront, dining and walks were perfect
Michael
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified
6/10 Okay
Keith
3 Dec 2022
Liked: Communication
Location was good.
Keith
Verified
8/10 Good
Peter
13 Jan 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Was well situated. Only stayed one night so didn’t use kitchen but unit was well presented.
Peter
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023
Verified
8/10 Good
Barney
21 Jul 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Property is in a great location and is well appointed.
If I were to say a negative, that would be the shower / spa bath didn’t drain as fast as the shower , leaving a pool of water which eventually subsided and the leak around the taped shower frame which I hadn’t noticed until it contacted my dry clothes
Barney
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Verified
8/10 Good
Ron
1 May 2024
Liked: Communication
The sheets were dirty and marked
The shower is so difficult to get in and out of
Ron
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified
8/10 Good
Cheryl
25 Oct 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great position, secure. No traffic noise.
Shower over a deep spa bath could be a problem getting in and out for older person.
Needs a bit of maintenance on shutters, doors. I like a room you can black out and that was a problem.
A humming noise through the room I had.
The room was dirty! Very disappointed to pay so much and it wasn’t clean
Mandy
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified
8/10 Good
Leanne
29 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Fantastic location, but the property is a bit tired; one of the blinds in the living room was broken, so at street level people could see in. However for us the main letdown was the room situation. You pay for beds, not rooms, and we were a bit confused when we got a message about extra bedding costs (even though we booked via Expedia for our party). It was quickly resolved and the communication was excellent. For a short stay this property does the trick, but longer stays may disappoint.
Leanne
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified
8/10 Good
Jess
7 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
Terrible curtains in the property especially in bedrooms. Main bedroom blind was broken and it allowed street light in through blinds and as well in other bedroom but not as bad.
Living area didn’t have blackout blinds only day blinds and it allowed a lot of light come in early morning and at night
Jess
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified
6/10 Okay
Kellie
24 Jul 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Communication
Very poor communication. Stuck outside property with no way to get in. Rude lady on other end of phone. Finally find a mobile number rang that another 20 mins to accsess property. He was helpful. Then couldnt access private parking. Until late at night. Beds were comfy and clean. Bathroom spotless. Heating good. Very very noisy from being on main street.
Kellie
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Verified
8/10 Good
Brett
18 Jul 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Hot water is on some kind of weird timer and goes cold every 3 out 5 mins. You have t turn it off, wait 15 secs and start again.
Brett
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Verified
4/10 Poor
Zambri
4 Jan 2023
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
For the amount we paid we were really disappointed with the stay. The apartment is outdated, furniture is old,dirty and broken. Needs a really good clean all over.
The ensuite shower is near un usable with the water turning cold every 30-40seconds, the shower still had sand in it from the people who stayed last.
The crack on the sink area is just dangerous as 1/4 of the stone is completely broken.
Communication was poor, we weren’t able to access the property until after 4pm.
Wouldn’t stay again.
Zambri
Verified
2/10 Terrible
Jay
3 May 2023
Disliked: Communication
This has been the worst experience I have ever had in thirty years of regular travel. The property owner never provided access and I had to seek alternative accomodation. Last minute were also less than useless through out the process with no direct contact possible. I have put a stop on the funds via amex and expect a full refund
Jay
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Verified
2/10 Terrible
Abbie
8 Aug 2025
Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Not under any circumstances. Terrible.
This was a most disappointing stay. The venue was nothing like the photos and things were dilapidated and broken.
On the street, not bay view as booked
Broken bathroom cabinet. Very Large piece of marble broken off the corner.
Lots of spiders. Offers of spraying them.
Unclean
Worn
Air-conditioner didn’t work without standing on chair so no heating in mid winter. No remote.
No Wi-Fi. wasn’t working at all
No spa or pool as advertised.
Noisy
Broken things. Excuse was that the Manager was away
Moved to a completely different location after first night. Really inconvenient with disability.
See through curtains onto street. not opaque
Signal is not working for most TV Station.
Atrocious Shower.Taps went from very hot to very cold all through.
Cold Tap running. Didn’t turn off properly.
We would definitely not recommend that anyone stay in this place. You are definitely not getting what was advertised or what you paid for. It was a disgrace.
Photos show ad and reality
The apartment is in a great location but was very dirty (crumbs from the last guests toast still on the kitchen bench, every dish/glass was dirty, sticky floors, dirty bath. I could go on and on) with nearly every fixture either broken, loose or falling off.
The pool is not actually in the hotel next door and you need to book a time and walk next door to use it. We were told due to school holidays housekeepers were overwhelmed which i appreciate but we also pay extra due to school holidays.
Overall really disappointed with the poorly maintained and dirty apartment