Waterfront Precinct Travel Guide

Geelong

A wooden pier with a white railing curving around a calm body of water.
A seaplane parked on a dock with a marina full of sailboats in the background.
A historical information board at Lime Kilns, Limeburner's Point, detailing its significance and a crown allotment plan.
A carousel horse with a brown mane and green bridle.
A large Ferris wheel with blue lighting at night.

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Top hotels in Waterfront Precinct

Bayside Geelong Hotel & Apartments, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Bayside Geelong Hotel & Apartments, an Ascend Collection Hotel

4.5 out of 5
13-15 The Esplanade Geelong VIC
The price is Rp2.028.858 per night from 11 Aug to 12 Aug
Rp2.028.858
Rp2.231.744 total
11 Aug - 12 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Geelong. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Popular attractions Spirit of Tasmania Ferry Terminal and Rippleside ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (77 reviews)
"Modern hotel. Easy check in, friendly staff. Didn't use restaurant as it was pretty expensive. Secure parking at a cost but plenty of street parking for free. Housekeeping could've been better with the finer details but the basics were done."

Reviewed on 8 Jul 2026

Bayside Geelong Hotel & Apartments, an Ascend Collection Hotel
Eden Oak Geelong

Eden Oak Geelong

4 out of 5
20 Adams Court East Geelong VIC
The price is Rp1.531.493 per night from 19 Jul to 20 Jul
Rp1.531.493
Rp1.684.642 total
19 Jul - 20 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Geelong. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (560 reviews)
"Lovely staff, clean room delicious breakfast!"

Reviewed on 9 Jul 2026

Eden Oak Geelong
Crowne Plaza Geelong by IHG

Crowne Plaza Geelong by IHG

4.5 out of 5
33 Smythe Street Geelong VIC
The price is Rp2.876.832 per night from 14 Jul to 15 Jul
Rp2.876.832
Rp2.876.832 total
14 Jul - 15 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Geelong. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Popular attractions Spirit of Tasmania Ferry Terminal and National ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (45 reviews)
"Excellent buffet breakfast, however during busy time in the morning they could have had a couple of extra staff."

Reviewed on 11 Jul 2026

Crowne Plaza Geelong by IHG
Oaks R Suites Geelong

Oaks R Suites Geelong

4 out of 5
10 Bellerine Street Geelong VIC
The price is Rp2.272.686 per night from 19 Jul to 20 Jul
Rp2.272.686
Rp2.499.955 total
19 Jul - 20 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf hotel in Geelong. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (852 reviews)
"Love the location and spaciousness of the apartments here. We've stayed before and will do again. The reception staff were very friendly and helpful. My only issue was that I had to wipe down the surfaces and chairs on the balcony before we could use them."

Reviewed on 6 Jul 2026

Oaks R Suites Geelong
Quest Geelong

Quest Geelong

4 out of 5
16-18 The Esplanade South Geelong VIC
The price is Rp1.884.457 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
Rp1.884.457
Rp2.072.903 total
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Geelong. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (423 reviews)
"The place was clean and check in was smooth. We were upgraded to a beeter room"

Reviewed on 23 Jun 2026

Quest Geelong
Eastern Sands City Centre

Eastern Sands City Centre

3.5 out of 5
1 Bellerine Street Geelong VIC
The price is Rp1.315.656 per night from 11 Aug to 12 Aug
Rp1.315.656
Rp1.447.222 total
11 Aug - 12 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly motel in Geelong. Enjoy free parking, room service and a business centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,005 reviews)
"Location close to everything ,rooms were spacious and beds super comfortable."

Reviewed on 6 Jul 2026

Eastern Sands City Centre
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Where to stay in Waterfront Precinct

Find the best Waterfront Precinct areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Geelong Central

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

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.

Geelong West

While there might not be top attractions in Geelong West, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Geelong Golf Course and The Carousel.

Leopold

While visiting Leopold, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Connwarre and Lake Connewarre Wildlife Reserve.

Moolap

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



Waterfront Precinct Travel Guide