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Our top choices for Geelong Central hotels

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1. Rydges Geelong

Rydges Geelong
4.0 star property
Geelong Central
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Great budget friendly stay"
Australia
Stephanie
The price is P6,049
P6,654 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Rydges 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
Geelong Central
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,528 reviews)
"Great apartment, clean and comfortable."
Australia
Roni
The price is P7,914
P8,706 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Oaks Vue Suites Geelong
A modern hotel room with a sofa, two chairs, a small table, a TV, and a large window with a city view.

3. Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong by IHG

Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong by IHG
4.0 star property
Geelong Central
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (441 reviews)
"Excellent location. Walk to shops, restaurants and arts precinct. Staff were extremely helpful and welcoming. Lovely atmosphere in young. Beds and pillows comfy. Had a lovely stay."
Australia
Marina
The price is P7,278
P8,006 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong by IHG
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.

4. Quest Geelong Central

Quest Geelong Central
4.0 star property
Geelong Central
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (330 reviews)
"Accommodation was excellent, central to CBD, staff were welcoming and very informative. Will definitely stay again."
Australia
Maureen
The price is P7,462
P8,208 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Quest Geelong Central
A swimming pool with a clear reflection, surrounded by a well-maintained hedge and a modern building with a flat roof.

5. Admiralty Inn

Admiralty Inn
3.0 star property
Geelong Central
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"Clean room and ample parking"
Australia
Lachlan
The price is P3,945
P4,340 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Admiralty Inn
A neatly made bed with a brown blanket, a white pillow, and a vase with dried flowers on a bedside table.

6. Anchor Geelong

Anchor Geelong
3.5 star property
Geelong Central
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (384 reviews)
"Beautifully decorated, spotlessly clean, a comfortable bed and a great location. Perfect for our short stay in Geelong."
United Kingdom
Rebecca
The price is P5,612
P6,674 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Anchor Geelong
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

7. Eastern Sands City Centre

Eastern Sands City Centre
3.5 star property
Geelong Central
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Great location and good price."
Australia
Bodine
The price is P4,820
P5,302 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Eastern Sands City Centre
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
Geelong Central
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (706 reviews)
"Convenient location - accessible walk from train station. A short stroll to Botanic Garden and water front. Thank you"
Australia
Anna
The price is P6,586
P7,245 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Bay City Motel Geelong
A modern two-story building with a balcony, large windows, and a gated entrance.

9. Timber Door Luxury Accommodation Geelong

Timber Door Luxury Accommodation Geelong
4.0 star property
Geelong Central
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (155 reviews)
"Location was great. Can walk to basically everything. They thought of everything."
Australia
Cassandra
The price is P8,256
P9,818 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Timber Door Luxury Accommodation Geelong
A hallway with wooden paneling, a fire panel, a security camera, and a fire alarm.

10. Comfort Inn Geelong

Comfort Inn Geelong
Geelong Central
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
"Very good value in a central location. Easy after hours check in. Could have done with extra pillows in the room is the only disappointment."
Australia
Adam
The price is P7,481
P8,229 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 31 - Nov 1
Comfort Inn Geelong
A modern living room with a television, seating, and a balcony with a city view.

11. Mckillop Geelong By Gold Star Stays

Mckillop Geelong By Gold Star Stays
3.0 star property
Geelong Central
6.6 out of 10, (137 reviews)
"Staff were lovely & genuinely helpful. Clean & close to everywhere. Great budget apartments. "
Australia
michelle
The price is P8,535
P9,227 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 30 - Oct 31
Mckillop Geelong By Gold Star Stays
A balcony with a table set for two, a bottle of wine, and a bowl of fruit.

12. Oaks R Suites Geelong

Oaks R Suites Geelong
4.0 star property
Geelong Central
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (872 reviews)
"Staff friendly, clean room"
Australia
Mark
The price is P7,914
P8,706 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Oaks R 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.

13. Crowne Plaza Geelong by IHG

Crowne Plaza Geelong by IHG
4.5 star property
Waterfront Precinct, 0.9 km from Geelong Central
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (80 reviews)
"Fantastic location. Beautiful rooms clean and quiet."
Australia
Elizabeth
The price is P8,837
P8,837 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Crowne Plaza Geelong by IHG
A balcony with a view of the sea and marina, a sofa with a colorful pillow, and a painting on the wall.

14. Novotel Geelong

Novotel Geelong
4.0 star property
Waterfront Precinct, 0.7 km from Geelong Central
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 P8,059
P8,865 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Novotel Geelong
A room with a sofa, a dining table with chairs, a lamp, and a painting.

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

Bayside Geelong Hotel & Apartments, an Ascend Collection Hotel
4.5 star property
Waterfront Precinct, 1.8 km from Geelong Central
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (123 reviews)
"Very clean, nice staff. Restaurant was excellent. Great stay."
Australia
Ceylan
The price is P6,930
P7,623 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Bayside Geelong Hotel & Apartments, an Ascend Collection Hotel
A swimming pool with a clear view of the surrounding area, including palm trees and a building with a covered patio.

16. Barwon Valley Lodge

Barwon Valley Lodge
4.5 star property
Belmont, 2.5 km from Geelong Central
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (465 reviews)
"Great place to stay. Great units, lovely atmosphere and views. Local to shops and eateries. Will definitely be back."
Australia
Stewart
The price is P6,569
P7,226 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Barwon Valley Lodge
A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by tropical plants and a modern building.

17. Eden Oak Geelong

Eden Oak Geelong
4.0 star property
East Geelong, 1.8 km from Geelong Central
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (599 reviews)
"Great location, staff and food. Breakfast was substantial and yummy. Our room had been newly renovated and was clean with a very comfortable king size bed. Would stay there anytime."
Australia
Allan
The price is P5,320
P5,851 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Eden Oak Geelong
A bathroom with a glass shower enclosure, a bathtub, and a tiled wall.

18. Rose Garden Motel

Rose Garden Motel
4.0 star property
Belmont, 3.1 km from Geelong Central
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (556 reviews)
"Great place to stay Thanks to the team that look after the property"
Australia
Ken
The price is P5,355
P5,891 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Rose Garden Motel
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinetry, a marble countertop, and a small potted plant.

19. Parkside Motel Geelong

Parkside Motel Geelong
3.0 star property
Belmont, 2.4 km from Geelong Central
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Convenient location"
Australia
Rodney
The price is P5,337
P5,871 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Parkside Motel Geelong
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, 2 km from Geelong Central
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (88 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
Australia
John
The price is P4,049
P4,453 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Geelong Holiday Park
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Compare popular hotels in Geelong Central

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
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.
Quest Geelong Central
4.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
330 reviews
View
A modern two-story building with a balcony, large windows, and a gated entrance.
Timber Door Luxury Accommodation Geelong
4.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
155 reviews
View
A neatly made bed with a brown blanket, a white pillow, and a vase with dried flowers on a bedside table.
Anchor Geelong
3.5 star property
9.6
Exceptional
384 reviews
View
A modern hotel room with a sofa, two chairs, a small table, a TV, and a large window with a city view.
Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong by IHG
4.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
441 reviews
View
A swimming pool with a clear reflection, surrounded by a well-maintained hedge and a modern building with a flat roof.
Admiralty Inn
3.0 star property
8.4
Very good
1,002 reviews
View

Hotels recommended for families in Geelong Central

A family of three walking on a beach with waves.

Rydges Geelong

Rydges Geelong
4.0 star property
Geelong Central
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,000)
The price is P6,049
P6,654 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Rydges Geelong

Where to stay in Geelong Central

Find the best Geelong Central areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
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 Narana Aboriginal Cultural Centre and Conewarre K47 Streamside Reserve.

A waterfront promenade with palm trees, a fountain, and a distant pier.
Photo by Donna McEachran
Open Photo by Donna McEachran

Waterfront Precinct

If you're spending some time in Waterfront Precinct, Eastern Beach Swimming Enclosure and Eastern Beach are top sights worth seeing.

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.

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

Moolap

When in Moolap, you can plan a visit to Mill Markets and Bellarine Rail Trail, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

A wooden pier extending into the ocean at sunset with a colorful sky.

Leopold

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

Top Geelong Central Hotel Reviews

Wyndham Resort Torquay

Wyndham Resort Torquay

8/10 Good
"The property was across the road from the beach. A 15min stroll into the town centre. Excellent facilities for families with outdoor & indoor pools. Friendly staff"
Stefanie 2-night trip
Posted 21 hours ago
Wyndham Resort Torquay

Frequently asked questions

What is Geelong Central like?
Travelers will be sure to enjoy their time in Geelong's Geelong Central neighborhood. Are you looking for Geelong Central travel tips? Be sure to check out Westfield Geelong and Geelong Performing Arts Center while you're in the neighborhood.
What's a favorite hotel to stay in Geelong Central?
Based on our traveler data, Rydges Geelong is one of the top choices for your stay in Geelong Central. This hotel offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. Other good options for your stay in the neighborhood include Admiralty Inn and Oaks R Suites Geelong.
How many hotels will I find in Geelong Central?
If you're searching for places to stay in Geelong, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 52 Geelong Central hotels and other accommodations to choose from.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Geelong Central, will I receive a refund?
Yes, the majority of hotel bookings are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review top deals in Geelong Central.
What is there to do around this Geelong neighborhood?
You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at Museum of Play and Art or National Wool Museum during your visit to Geelong Central. Westfield Geelong and Geelong Performing Arts Center are some other stops to visit in the neighborhood. A few places to visit in the area around Geelong Central include Old Geelong Gaol, Geelong Art Gallery, and Giant Sky Wheel. When you're sightseeing in Geelong, Eastern Beach and Steampacket Gardens are also worth a stop.
How can I get around Geelong Central and the greater Geelong area?
If you want to head out of town, you can hop aboard a train at Geelong Station.