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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Things to do


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 ฿3,749 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
฿3,749
฿4,124 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
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! (90 reviews)
"Above and beyond my expectations just booked for a second trip"

Reviewed on 29 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 ฿2,861 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
฿2,861
฿3,147 total
2 Aug - 3 Aug
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 ...
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 ฿5,374 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
฿5,374
฿5,374 total
3 Aug - 4 Aug
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! (52 reviews)
"Very nice views and great room. Friendly staff."

Reviewed on 27 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 ฿4,245 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
฿4,245
฿4,670 total
16 Aug - 17 Aug
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! (855 reviews)
"Well positioned for what we needed"

Reviewed on 29 Jul 2026

Oaks R Suites Geelong
Eastern Sands City Centre

Eastern Sands City Centre

3.5 out of 5
1 Bellerine Street Geelong VIC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿2,784 per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
฿2,784
฿3,062 total
4 Aug - 5 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! (1,001 reviews)
"They wanted a $200 bond which i still havnt received back 5 days later when they said 3 days. It's all I had and I'm hungry. Never again will I stay there"

Reviewed on 29 Jul 2026

Eastern Sands City Centre
Oaks Vue Suites Geelong

Oaks Vue Suites Geelong

4.5 out of 5
6 Bellerine St Geelong VIC
The price is ฿4,245 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
฿4,245
฿4,670 total
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Geelong. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,518 reviews)
"Situated in an excellent spot of Geelong, we had a corner Harbourview 2 bedroom apartment. Check in was easy and with the complimentary parking because of a slight booking error, was great. Beds were super comfortable, the bathroom stylish and very very clean. Kitchen was well stocked. All in all ..."

Reviewed on 26 Jul 2026

Oaks Vue Suites Geelong
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Where to stay in Waterfront Precinct

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

Mount Duneed

While visiting Mount Duneed, you might make a stop by sights like Narana Aboriginal Cultural Centre and Conewarre K47 Streamside Reserve.

Geelong Central

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

Waurn Ponds

Visitors to Waurn Ponds enjoy its shopping, and if you want to do some exploring, Saint Regis Winery is worth a stop.

Belmont

Get to know Belmont by checking out its shopping, spas and river views. Consider a visit to nearby sights like Balyang Sanctuary or Kardinia Park during your time in the area.

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