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A room with a sofa, a dining table with chairs, a lamp, and a painting.

A building facade with a large mural, a fire safety door, and a low clearance warning sign.

A modern indoor swimming pool with a tiled floor, a wooden wall, and a glass partition on one side.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a round table, a sofa, and a blue chair.

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

Waterfront Precinct, 1.1 km from Deakin University

Ceylan

P6,747

P7,422 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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 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.

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

2. Quest Geelong Central

Geelong Central, 0.8 km from Deakin University

Maureen

P7,144

P7,858 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

An indoor swimming pool with a blue-lit water feature, a modern interior design with exposed ceilings and a view of the cityscape.

A hotel room with a large window, a bed, a red armchair, a small round table, and a mounted TV.

A modern hotel room with large windows, multiple seating options, and a view of the sea.

A view from a room with a large window overlooking a marina filled with boats.

3. Crowne Plaza Geelong by IHG

Waterfront Precinct, 0.2 km from Deakin University

Elizabeth

P9,038

P9,038 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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 room with a bed, a wooden headboard, a hanging light, and a black metal partition.

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

4. Timber Door Luxury Accommodation Geelong

Geelong Central, 0.9 km from Deakin University

Susan

P8,302

P9,872 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

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

A pathway leading to a white building with the number 7.

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.

5. Anchor Geelong

Geelong Central, 1.1 km from Deakin University

Rebecca

P5,643

P6,711 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 8 - Oct 9

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

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

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

6. Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong by IHG

Geelong Central, 0.7 km from Deakin University

Katherine

P6,502

P7,152 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

A balcony with a table set for two, a bottle of wine, and a bowl of fruit.

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

A modern kitchen with a large window overlooking a cityscape and the sea.

7. Oaks R Suites Geelong

Geelong Central, 0.6 km from Deakin University

mandi

P7,938

P8,731 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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

A modern kitchen with a central island, dining table, and chairs, with large windows and a view of greenery.

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.

8. Barwon Valley Lodge

Belmont, 3 km from Deakin University

Stewart

P6,605

P7,266 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

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

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.

9. Geelong Holiday Park

Belmont, 2.7 km from Deakin University

John

P4,011

P4,478 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

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

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

A modern kitchen with a large window, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a view of the garden.

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

10. Eden Oak Geelong

East Geelong, 2.1 km from Deakin University

Lisa

P5,349

P5,884 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

A covered outdoor area with a glass table and chairs, overlooking a caravan park.

A room with a glass sliding door leading to a deck, a black leather sofa, a glass dining table with chairs, and a flat-screen TV.

An indoor swimming pool with clear ceiling lights, a tiled floor, and visible doors leading outside.

A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, grey cabinetry, and a large window providing natural light.

11. Discovery Parks - Geelong

Belmont, 3.2 km from Deakin University

Catherine

P6,187

P6,187 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A modern hotel reception area with a wooden reception desk, a mounted television, and a view of the beach through a glass wall.

A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, a sofa, a coffee table, and a chair.

A hallway with a vending machine, a mirror, and shelves with books and plants.

A cozy living room with a sofa, a coffee table with croissants and cups, a potted plant, and a lamp.

12. Quest Geelong

Waterfront Precinct, 0.9 km from Deakin University

Myx

P6,582

P7,240 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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

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.

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

13. Tasman Holiday Parks - Geelong

Belmont, 3.2 km from Deakin University

Anonymous traveler

P5,364

P5,364 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A modern bathroom with a white sink, a large mirror with a circular light, and a wooden panel.

A modern bathroom with a large mirror, a white sink, and a wooden vanity.

A rooftop terrace with a metal roof, railings, and a view of a building with multiple windows and a chimney.

A motel sign with a no entry sign below it.

14. Kingsway Motel Geelong

Newtown, 1 km from Deakin University

Roberta

P5,133

P5,646 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 15 - Oct 16

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

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

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a small table, and a window with curtains.

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.

15. Admiralty Inn

Geelong Central, 1.1 km from Deakin University

Lachlan

P4,557

P5,013 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

A reception desk with a variety of travel brochures and a membership certificate on the wall.

A hotel room with a large bed, a small table with chairs, and a window with curtains.

A hotel room with two beds, each with patterned bedding, a brick wall, a framed picture, and bedside lamps.

A room with a wooden wardrobe, a television mounted on the wall, and a white refrigerator.

16. Rippleside Park Motor Inn

2 km from Deakin University

Greg

P5,584

P6,143 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

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

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.

A balcony with white chairs, a potted plant, and a view of a road with cars and greenery.

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.

17. Oaks Vue Suites Geelong

Geelong Central, 0.6 km from Deakin University

Jason

P7,938

P8,731 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A garden pathway leading to a building with outdoor seating and air conditioning units.

A hotel room with a large bed, two red pillows, a wooden headboard, a nightstand with a lamp, a desk, and a chair.

A swimming pool surrounded by a fence, with trees and a building in the background.

A kitchen with a countertop, a sink, and a window.

18. Parkwood Motel and Apartments

2.7 km from Deakin University

Rachael

P6,382

P7,020 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A marina with numerous boats docked along a calm waterway, a bridge in the background, and a clear sky.

A reception area with a wooden ceiling, large windows, and a reception desk with a vase of flowers.

A hotel room with a bed, a dining table with breakfast items, a chair, and a view of greenery outside.

A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a stainless steel refrigerator, a built-in oven, a microwave, and a large window providing a view of trees.

19. Best Western Geelong Motor Inn & Serviced Apartments

Waterfront Precinct, 1.2 km from Deakin University

Carol

P5,743

P6,318 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 22 - Oct 23

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

A modern dining area with a wooden panel wall, a built-in bench, and a small arched window.

20. Rydges Geelong

Geelong Central, 0.9 km from Deakin University

Stephanie

P6,067

P6,674 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

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Compare popular hotels close to Deakin University

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Bayside Geelong Hotel & Apartments, an Ascend Collection Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 115 reviews	View
Quest Geelong Central	9.8 Exceptional 326 reviews	View
Crowne Plaza Geelong by IHG	9.6 Exceptional 78 reviews	View
Timber Door Luxury Accommodation Geelong	9.6 Exceptional 154 reviews	View
Anchor Geelong	9.6 Exceptional 381 reviews	View

Top Deakin University Hotel Reviews

Bayside Geelong Hotel & Apartments, an Ascend Collection Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"It was our second time to stay at Bayside Geelong hotel. We really enjoyed their facilities. We’ll definitely come back again!"

Geelong Holiday Park

10/10 Excellent

"The park was in a great position, a short drive to Geelong foreshore and Belmont shops. Our cabin was very clean and comfortable, the amenities great and the staff lovely. The only downside was the WiFi wasn't working which didn't worry me but perplexed the Grand children 😁 Would definitely stay there again"

Crowne Plaza Geelong by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely rooms and great view of the bay. Close to restaurants and cafes. Great stay! Would highly recommend"

Rydges Geelong

10/10 Excellent

"No mini bar service fine and having a few items great downstairs at office. Would be nice to have more than 4 sachets of those little milks and like the old days a couple biscuits to have with a cuppa for tired long distance travellers!"

Kingsway Motel Geelong

8/10 Good

"The room was small but clean. Obviously refurbished as all nice & modern. A microwave was provided which was great. Very basic but it was all I needed for the night."

Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"We only stayed for one night here but we enjoyed our meal at the restaurant and had a good nights sleep in the comfortable bed. We hadn’t booked a parking bay and there wasn’t one available but we were able to park our car around the corner and had no problems."

Admiralty Inn

8/10 Good

"Clean room and ample parking"

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."

Other attractions near Deakin University

A waterfront with a modern glass building and a dock extending into calm waters.

The Carousel

8.6/10 (390 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to The Carousel during your stay in Geelong. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in the area.

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A row of life-sized statues of guards in red uniforms and white helmets, standing on a paved path with palm trees and a body of water in the background.

Steampacket Gardens

8.0/10 (4 reviews)

Learn about the local history of Geelong when you spend time at Steampacket Gardens. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this relaxing area.

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Geelong Waterfront

Geelong Waterfront is just one of the places to see in Geelong, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels?

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National Wool Museum

8.0/10 (2 reviews)

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at National Wool Museum during your travels in Geelong. Visit the area's shops or amble around its beautiful beaches.

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Westfield Geelong

8.6/10 (813 reviews)

During your visit to Geelong, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Westfield Geelong. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

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Geelong Art Gallery

8.4/10 (47 reviews)

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Geelong Art Gallery during your travels in Geelong. Visit the area's shops or amble around its beautiful beaches.

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Giant Sky Wheel

Enjoy an outing to Giant Sky Wheel during your stay in Geelong.

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Geelong Performing Arts Center

8.2/10 (98 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to Geelong Performing Arts Center during your stay in Geelong. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in the area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Deakin University?

Deakin University is located in a welcoming area of Geelong known for its beautiful beaches and golfing. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 93 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay close to Deakin University?

Adjacent to Deakin University, Crowne Plaza Geelong by IHG is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers 2 restaurants and 2 bars. Other good options close by include Rydges Geelong and Admiralty Inn.

How many hotels should I expect to find close to Deakin University?

Expedia has 93 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Deakin University.

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

Yes! The majority of room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view the best options available near Deakin University.

What can I see and do near Deakin University?

You'll want to browse the exhibits at National Wool Museum and Museum of Play and Art. Sights like Old Geelong Gaol and The Heights Heritage House and Garden highlight some of the local culture. Local parks like Geelong Botanical Gardens, Rippleside Park, and Steampacket Gardens are peaceful spots to stop and take in some fresh air.

How can I get to Deakin University?

If you want to venture outside of the area, ride aboard one of the trains from Geelong Station. There may not be many public transit options near Deakin University so consider a car rental to maximize your time.

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Our top choices for Deakin University hotels

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

2. Quest Geelong Central

3. Crowne Plaza Geelong by IHG

4. Timber Door Luxury Accommodation Geelong

5. Anchor Geelong

6. Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong by IHG

7. Oaks R Suites Geelong

8. Barwon Valley Lodge

9. Geelong Holiday Park

10. Eden Oak Geelong

11. Discovery Parks - Geelong

12. Quest Geelong

13. Tasman Holiday Parks - Geelong

14. Kingsway Motel Geelong

15. Admiralty Inn

16. Rippleside Park Motor Inn

17. Oaks Vue Suites Geelong

18. Parkwood Motel and Apartments

19. Best Western Geelong Motor Inn & Serviced Apartments

20. Rydges Geelong

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Top Deakin University Hotel Reviews

Bayside Geelong Hotel & Apartments, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Geelong Holiday Park

Crowne Plaza Geelong by IHG

Rydges Geelong

Kingsway Motel Geelong

Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong by IHG

Admiralty Inn

Oaks R Suites Geelong

Eden Oak Geelong

Other attractions near Deakin University

The Carousel

Steampacket Gardens

Geelong Waterfront

National Wool Museum

Westfield Geelong

Geelong Art Gallery

Giant Sky Wheel

Geelong Performing Arts Center

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