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Our top choices for Lara hotels

A buffet area with various food options and a person serving food.

1. Nightcap at Gateway Hotel

Nightcap at Gateway Hotel
3.5 star property
Corio, 8.5 km from Lara
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (364 reviews)
"Absolutely fantastic.staff were brilliant"
Australia
stephen
The price is ฿2,847
฿3,131 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Nightcap at Gateway Hotel
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, 15.2 km from Lara
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,528 reviews)
"Great apartment, clean and comfortable."
Australia
Roni
The price is ฿4,196
฿4,616 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Oaks Vue Suites Geelong
A family of three walking on a beach with waves.

3. Rydges Geelong

Rydges Geelong
4.0 star property
Geelong Central, 15.8 km from Lara
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Great budget friendly stay"
Australia
Stephanie
The price is ฿3,207
฿3,528 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Rydges Geelong
A room with a sofa, a dining table with chairs, a lamp, and a painting.

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

Bayside Geelong Hotel & Apartments, an Ascend Collection Hotel
4.5 star property
Waterfront Precinct, 14.3 km from Lara
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (123 reviews)
"Very clean, nice staff. Restaurant was excellent. Great stay."
Australia
Ceylan
The price is ฿3,674
฿4,042 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Bayside Geelong Hotel & Apartments, an Ascend Collection Hotel
A tree in front of a white building with a white picket fence.

5. Little River Bed & Breakfast

Little River Bed & Breakfast
4.0 star property
9.2 km from Lara
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (213 reviews)
"Absolutely beautiful, loved our stay! Great room, huge bathroom, and breakfast was a super nice touch. 10/10"
Australia
Alla
The price is ฿3,757
฿4,133 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Little River Bed & Breakfast
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.

6. Quest Geelong Central

Quest Geelong Central
4.0 star property
Geelong Central, 15.7 km from Lara
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 ฿3,966
฿4,363 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Quest Geelong Central
A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by tropical plants and a modern building.

7. Eden Oak Geelong

Eden Oak Geelong
4.0 star property
East Geelong, 15.3 km from Lara
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (598 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 ฿2,828
฿3,110 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Eden Oak Geelong
A balcony with a view of the sea and marina, a sofa with a colorful pillow, and a painting on the wall.

8. Novotel Geelong

Novotel Geelong
4.0 star property
Waterfront Precinct, 15 km from Lara
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 ฿4,283
฿4,712 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Novotel Geelong
A garden pathway leading to a building with outdoor seating and air conditioning units.

9. Parkwood Motel and Apartments

Parkwood Motel and Apartments
3.5 star property
14.1 km from Lara
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (320 reviews)
"Nice and quiet with garden view and close to The Sphinx hotel for meals. Older style rooms but comfortable."
Australia
Rachael
The price is ฿3,606
฿3,966 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Parkwood Motel and Apartments
A modern hotel room with a sofa, two chairs, a small table, a TV, and a large window with a city view.

10. Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong by IHG

Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong by IHG
4.0 star property
Geelong Central, 15.6 km from Lara
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 ฿3,859
฿4,244 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong by IHG
A neatly made bed with a brown blanket, a white pillow, and a vase with dried flowers on a bedside table.

11. Anchor Geelong

Anchor Geelong
3.5 star property
Geelong Central, 15.7 km from Lara
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 ฿2,983
฿3,547 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Anchor Geelong
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, 15.2 km from Lara
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (871 reviews)
"Staff friendly, clean room"
Australia
Mark
The price is ฿4,196
฿4,616 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Oaks R Suites Geelong
A marina with numerous boats docked along a calm waterway, a bridge in the background, and a clear sky.

13. Best Western Geelong Motor Inn & Serviced Apartments

Best Western Geelong Motor Inn & Serviced Apartments
4.0 star property
Waterfront Precinct, 14.4 km from Lara
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Good memory."
Australia
lk
The price is ฿3,036
฿3,340 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Best Western Geelong Motor Inn & Serviced Apartments
A bathroom with a large bathtub, a wooden bench, and a tiled wall.

14. Sphinx Hotel Motel

Sphinx Hotel Motel
4.0 star property
North Geelong, 13.9 km from Lara
7.2 out of 10, Good, (529 reviews)
"Nice and good experince. 😊"
Australia
mandeep
The price is ฿3,637
฿4,001 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Sphinx Hotel Motel
An indoor swimming pool with a blue-lit water feature, a modern interior design with exposed ceilings and a view of the cityscape.

15. Crowne Plaza Geelong by IHG

Crowne Plaza Geelong by IHG
4.5 star property
Waterfront Precinct, 15 km from Lara
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (80 reviews)
"Fantastic location. Beautiful rooms clean and quiet."
Australia
Elizabeth
The price is ฿4,685
฿4,685 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Crowne Plaza Geelong by IHG
A modern hotel reception area with a wooden reception desk, a mounted television, and a view of the beach through a glass wall.

16. Quest Geelong

Quest Geelong
4.0 star property
Waterfront Precinct, 14.5 km from Lara
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (433 reviews)
"A good sized room bed was comfy a bit of road noise"
Australia
Julie
The price is ฿3,479
฿3,827 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Quest Geelong
A reception desk with a variety of travel brochures and a membership certificate on the wall.

17. Rippleside Park Motor Inn

Rippleside Park Motor Inn
2.5 star property
13.6 km from Lara
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (407 reviews)
"Good clean, spacious room and close to a shopping area for groceries, cafes etc."
Australia
Helen
The price is ฿2,952
฿3,247 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Rippleside Park Motor Inn
A modern motel with a large garage and a visible sign for a car wash.

18. Belmercer Motel

Belmercer Motel
4.0 star property
Waterfront Precinct, 14.7 km from Lara
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,003 reviews)
"Clean , great location and friendly staff"
Australia
Nadia
The price is ฿3,017
฿3,319 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Belmercer Motel
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

19. Eastern Sands City Centre

Eastern Sands City Centre
3.5 star property
Geelong Central, 15.2 km from Lara
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Great location and good price."
Australia
Bodine
The price is ฿2,562
฿2,818 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Eastern Sands City Centre
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, 17.9 km from Lara
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 ฿3,492
฿3,841 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Barwon Valley Lodge
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Where to stay in Lara

Find the best Lara areas 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 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

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

Top Lara 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 less than an hour ago
Wyndham Resort Torquay

Frequently asked questions

What is Lara like?
Lara is a neighbourhood that travellers like for its parks and museums. Make sure that you visit Serendip Sanctuary and You Yangs Regional Park as part of your Lara travel plans.
What's a favourite hotel to stay in Lara?
Based on our traveller data, Sweet Dreams Retreat At Lara is one of the top choices for your stay in Lara. This guest house offers free parking and private balconies.
How many hotels should I expect to find in the Lara area?
Expedia has 8 Lara hotels and other accommodation options, and one might make a good home base for venturing out into the greater Geelong area.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Lara, will I receive a refund?
Yes, you'll find most room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before 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 booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get the top deals on offer in Lara.
What is there to do around this Geelong neighbourhood?
Spend some time exploring the great outdoors at Serendip Sanctuary, Kevin Hoffman Walk and Six Ways Bell Park. You Yangs Regional Park and Lara Heritage and Historical Museum are some other stops worth a visit in the neighbourhood. Places you might want to visit in the area around Lara include Limeburners Lagoon Flora and Fauna Reserve and Elcho Park Golf Course. Make a stop at You Yangs and Waterworld while you're sightseeing around the area.
How can I get around Lara and the greater Geelong area?
To venture out of town, take a train from Lara Station.

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