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Our top choices for Waterfront Precinct hotels

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

1. Eden Oak Geelong

Eden Oak Geelong
4.0 star property
Waterfront Precinct
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (600 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 P5,455
P6,001 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Eden Oak Geelong
A balcony with a table set for two, a bottle of wine, and a bowl of fruit.

2. Oaks R Suites Geelong

Oaks R Suites Geelong
4.0 star property
Waterfront Precinct
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (873 reviews)
"Staff friendly, clean room"
Australia
Mark
The price is P8,095
P8,905 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Oaks R Suites Geelong
A modern building with a glass facade, a sign for 'Transport Accident Commission,' and a green awning with the number '60' on the ground floor.

3. Bay City Motel Geelong

Bay City Motel Geelong
4.0 star property
Waterfront Precinct
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 P6,736
P7,410 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Bay City Motel Geelong
A balcony with a view of the sea and marina, a sofa with a colorful pillow, and a painting on the wall.

4. Novotel Geelong

Novotel Geelong
4.0 star property
Waterfront Precinct
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 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 P8,264
P9,090 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.

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

Bayside Geelong Hotel & Apartments, an Ascend Collection Hotel
4.5 star property
Waterfront Precinct
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (124 reviews)
"Very clean, nice staff. Restaurant was excellent. Great stay."
Australia
Ceylan
The price is P7,505
P8,256 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Bayside Geelong Hotel & Apartments, an Ascend Collection Hotel
An indoor swimming pool with a blue-lit water feature, a modern interior design with exposed ceilings and a view of the cityscape.

6. Crowne Plaza Geelong by IHG

Crowne Plaza Geelong by IHG
4.5 star property
Waterfront Precinct
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (83 reviews)
"Fantastic location. Beautiful rooms clean and quiet."
Australia
Elizabeth
The price is P9,039
P9,039 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Crowne Plaza Geelong by IHG
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

7. Eastern Sands City Centre

Eastern Sands City Centre
3.5 star property
Waterfront Precinct
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1,002 reviews)
"Great location and good price."
Australia
Bodine
The price is P4,943
P5,437 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 28 - Oct 29
Eastern Sands City Centre
A modern motel with a large garage and a visible sign for a car wash.

8. Belmercer Motel

Belmercer Motel
4.0 star property
Waterfront Precinct
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"Clean , great location and friendly staff"
Australia
Nadia
The price is P5,821
P6,403 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Belmercer Motel
A modern hotel reception area with a wooden reception desk, a mounted television, and a view of the beach through a glass wall.

9. Quest Geelong

Quest Geelong
4.0 star property
Waterfront Precinct
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (435 reviews)
"Great location. Perfect size for family of 4 and parking available"
Australia
Craig
The price is P5,898
P6,487 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Quest Geelong
An indoor swimming pool with a hot tub area, surrounded by brick walls and large windows.

10. Best Western Geelong Motor Inn & Serviced Apartments

Best Western Geelong Motor Inn & Serviced Apartments
4.0 star property
Waterfront Precinct
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"We enjoyed our stay. We had a large room. The manager was very obliging and helpful. An added bonus was the indoor pool and spa which we used. The only downside was that it was close to a busy road and noisy when sleeping."
Australia
Glenda
The price is P5,857
P6,443 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 29 - Oct 30
Best Western Geelong Motor Inn & Serviced Apartments
A reception desk with a bulletin board, framed artwork, and a clock on the wall.

11. Rippleside Park Motor Inn

Rippleside Park Motor Inn
2.5 star property
Waterfront Precinct
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (408 reviews)
"The gentleman at the front desk was so lovely to chat with. The room was great and close to beach and other things to see n do"
Australia
donna
The price is P5,695
P6,265 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Rippleside Park Motor Inn
A modern hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, and a view of the sea and a Ferris wheel.

12. Oaks Vue Suites Geelong

Oaks Vue Suites Geelong
4.5 star property
Waterfront Precinct
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,529 reviews)
"Great apartment, clean and comfortable."
Australia
Roni
The price is P8,095
P8,905 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Oaks Vue Suites Geelong
A balcony with a table, two blue glasses, and a view of a street with cars and trees.

13. Waterfront By Gold Star Stays

Waterfront By Gold Star Stays
4.0 star property
Waterfront Precinct
6.8 out of 10, (84 reviews)
"Great stay"
Australia
Kelly
The price is P10,289
P10,289 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Waterfront By Gold Star Stays
A neatly made bed with a brown blanket, a white pillow, and a vase with dried flowers on a bedside table.

14. Anchor Geelong

Anchor Geelong
3.5 star property
Geelong Central, 4.2 km from Waterfront Precinct
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (385 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 P5,755
P6,844 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 28 - Oct 29
Anchor Geelong
A modern hotel room with a sofa, two chairs, a small table, a TV, and a large window with a city view.

15. Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong by IHG

Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong by IHG
4.0 star property
Geelong Central, 5.3 km from Waterfront Precinct
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 P7,282
P8,010 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 18 - Nov 19
Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong by IHG
A modern reception area with a wooden ceiling, a reception desk, and a seating area with chairs and a sofa.

16. Rydges Geelong

Rydges Geelong
4.0 star property
Geelong Central, 5.2 km from Waterfront Precinct
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Great budget friendly stay"
Australia
Stephanie
The price is P6,187
P6,806 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Rydges Geelong
A swimming pool with a clear reflection, surrounded by a well-maintained hedge and a modern building with a flat roof.

17. Admiralty Inn

Admiralty Inn
3.0 star property
Geelong Central, 4.9 km from Waterfront Precinct
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Clean room and ample parking"
Australia
Lachlan
The price is P4,027
P4,430 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Admiralty Inn
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.

18. Quest Geelong Central

Quest Geelong Central
4.0 star property
Geelong Central, 5.1 km from Waterfront Precinct
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (331 reviews)
"Accommodation was excellent, central to CBD, staff were welcoming and very informative. Will definitely stay again."
Australia
Maureen
The price is P7,725
P8,497 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Quest Geelong Central
A swimming pool with two people swimming, surrounded by lounge chairs and palm trees.

19. Geelong Holiday Park

Geelong Holiday Park
2.0 star property
Belmont, 6 km from Waterfront Precinct
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (90 reviews)
"Very clean and tidy"
Australia
swapna
The price is P4,152
P4,567 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Geelong Holiday Park
A swimming pool with a clear view of the surrounding area, including palm trees and a building with a covered patio.

20. Barwon Valley Lodge

Barwon Valley Lodge
4.5 star property
Belmont, 6.7 km from Waterfront Precinct
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (466 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 P6,736
P7,410 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Barwon Valley Lodge
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Compare popular hotels in Waterfront Precinct

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A room with a sofa, a dining table with chairs, a lamp, and a painting.
Bayside Geelong Hotel & Apartments, an Ascend Collection Hotel
4.5 star property
9.6
Exceptional
124 reviews
View
A balcony with a table set for two, a bottle of wine, and a bowl of fruit.
Oaks R Suites Geelong
4.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
873 reviews
View
An indoor swimming pool with a blue-lit water feature, a modern interior design with exposed ceilings and a view of the cityscape.
Crowne Plaza Geelong by IHG
4.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
83 reviews
View
A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by tropical plants and a modern building.
Eden Oak Geelong
4.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
600 reviews
View
A modern hotel reception area with a wooden reception desk, a mounted television, and a view of the beach through a glass wall.
Quest Geelong
4.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
435 reviews
View

Hotels recommended for families in Waterfront Precinct

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

Eden Oak Geelong

Eden Oak Geelong
4.0 star property
East Geelong
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (600)
The price is P5,455
P6,001 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Eden Oak Geelong

Where to stay in Waterfront Precinct

Find the best Waterfront Precinct areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
A calm waterfront at night with illuminated buildings and a pier reflecting in the water.
Photo by Lee Dawson
Open Photo by Lee Dawson

Geelong Central

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

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 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 lake with overcast skies and tall grasses in the foreground.
Photo by Lee Dawson
Open Photo by Lee Dawson

Armstrong Creek

If you're spending some time in Armstrong Creek, Armstrong Creek Public Purposes Reserve and Warralily Reserve are top sights worth seeing.

Top Waterfront Precinct Hotel Reviews

Rippleside Park Motor Inn

Rippleside Park Motor Inn

10/10 Excellent
"The gentleman at the front desk was so lovely to chat with. The room was great and close to beach and other things to see n do"
donna 1-night trip
Posted 14 hours ago
Rippleside Park Motor Inn

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Waterfront Precinct?
Travelers will be sure to enjoy their time in Geelong's Waterfront Precinct neighborhood. Are you looking for Waterfront Precinct travel tips? Be sure to check out Eastern Beach Swimming Enclosure and Eastern Beach while you're in the neighborhood.
What's a favorite place to stay in Waterfront Precinct?
Based on our traveler data, Eden Oak Geelong is one of the top choices for your stay in Waterfront Precinct. This hotel offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. Other good options for your stay in the area include Oaks R Suites Geelong and Bayside Geelong Hotel & Apartments, an Ascend Collection Hotel.
How many hotels can I expect to find in the Waterfront Precinct area?
If you're searching for places to stay in Geelong, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 46 Waterfront Precinct hotels and other accommodations to choose from.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Waterfront Precinct, will I receive a refund?
Yes, most hotel bookings are refundable provided that 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 may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get the best options available in Waterfront Precinct.
What is there to do around this Geelong neighborhood?
Spend some time exploring the great outdoors at Geelong Botanical Gardens, Steampacket Gardens, and Rippleside Park. Eastern Beach Swimming Enclosure and Eastern Beach are some other stops to visit in the neighborhood. A few places to visit in the area around Waterfront Precinct include Mill Markets, Bellarine Rail Trail, and Giant Sky Wheel. When you're sightseeing in Geelong, Geelong Showground and Old Geelong Gaol are also worth a stop.
How can I get around Waterfront Precinct and the greater Geelong area?
To venture out of town, take a train from Geelong Station.