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Our top choices for Waterfront Precinct hotels

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

1. 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 ฿4,297
฿4,727 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Oaks R Suites Geelong
A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by tropical plants and a modern building.

2. Eden Oak Geelong

Eden Oak Geelong
4.0 star property
Waterfront Precinct
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (602 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 ฿3,090
฿3,399 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
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.

3. Novotel Geelong

Novotel Geelong
4.0 star property
Waterfront Precinct
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 ฿4,570
฿5,027 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Novotel Geelong
An indoor swimming pool with a blue-lit water feature, a modern interior design with exposed ceilings and a view of the cityscape.

4. Crowne Plaza Geelong by IHG

Crowne Plaza Geelong by IHG
4.5 star property
Waterfront Precinct
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (84 reviews)
"Fantastic location. Beautiful rooms clean and quiet."
Australia
Elizabeth
The price is ฿4,798
฿4,798 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Crowne Plaza Geelong by IHG
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.

5. 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 ฿3,799
฿4,178 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Nov - 20 Nov
Bay City Motel Geelong
A modern motel with a large garage and a visible sign for a car wash.

6. Belmercer Motel

Belmercer Motel
4.0 star property
Waterfront Precinct
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"Mattress seemed very firm Staff very helpful rooms clean and tidy We would stay again"
Australia
Dean
The price is ฿3,090
฿3,399 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Belmercer Motel
A room with a sofa, a dining table with chairs, a lamp, and a painting.

7. 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, (126 reviews)
"Very clean, nice staff. Restaurant was excellent. Great stay."
Australia
Ceylan
The price is ฿3,763
฿4,139 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Bayside Geelong Hotel & Apartments, an Ascend Collection Hotel
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

8. Eastern Sands City Centre

Eastern Sands City Centre
3.5 star property
Waterfront Precinct
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Great location and good price."
Australia
Bodine
The price is ฿2,624
฿2,886 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Eastern Sands City Centre
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 ฿3,131
฿3,444 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Quest Geelong
A reception desk with a bulletin board, framed artwork, and a clock on the wall.

10. 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 ฿3,230
฿3,553 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
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.

11. 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 ฿4,297
฿4,727 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Oaks Vue Suites Geelong
A balcony with a table, two blue glasses, and a view of a street with cars and trees.

12. Waterfront By Gold Star Stays

Waterfront By Gold Star Stays
4.0 star property
Waterfront Precinct
6.8 out of 10, (85 reviews)
"Great stay"
Australia
Kelly
The price is ฿5,239
฿5,239 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Waterfront By Gold Star Stays
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.

13. 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 ฿4,100
฿4,511 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Quest Geelong Central
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 ฿3,055
฿3,633 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
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 ฿3,563
฿3,919 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
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, (1,001 reviews)
"Great budget friendly stay"
Australia
Stephanie
The price is ฿3,284
฿3,613 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
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, (1,000 reviews)
"Budget friendly hotel close to City Centre"
Australia
Rick
The price is ฿2,021
฿2,223 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Admiralty Inn
A motel with a green lawn, a rose garden, and a covered parking area.

18. Rose Garden Motel

Rose Garden Motel
4.0 star property
Belmont, 6.3 km from Waterfront Precinct
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (557 reviews)
"Great place to stay Thanks to the team that look after the property"
Australia
Ken
The price is ฿2,915
฿3,207 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
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, 6.2 km from Waterfront Precinct
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Convenient location"
Australia
Rodney
The price is ฿3,224
฿3,546 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
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, 6 km from Waterfront Precinct
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (90 reviews)
"Very clean and tidy"
Australia
swapna
The price is ฿2,204
฿2,424 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Geelong Holiday Park
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Compare top hotels in Waterfront Precinct

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

Eden Oak Geelong

4.0 star property
Waterfront Precinct
View
A balcony with a view of the sea and marina, a sofa with a colorful pillow, and a painting on the wall.

Novotel Geelong

4.0 star property
Waterfront Precinct
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
Waterfront Precinct
View
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.

Bay City Motel Geelong

4.0 star property
Waterfront Precinct
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9.4
Exceptional
873 reviews
9.0
Wonderful
602 reviews
8.2
Very good
1,000 reviews
9.4
Exceptional
84 reviews
8.2
Very good
706 reviews
The price is ฿4,297
฿4,727 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
The price is ฿3,090
฿3,399 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
The price is ฿4,570
฿5,027 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
The price is ฿4,798
฿4,798 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
The price is ฿3,799
฿4,178 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Nov - 20 Nov
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  • No Spa
  • No Pet-friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
  • Yes, Parking
  • No Breakfast included
  • Yes, Pool
  • No Spa
  • No Pet-friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
  • Yes, Parking
  • No Breakfast included
  • Yes, Pool
  • No Spa
  • No Pet-friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
  • Yes, Parking
  • No Breakfast included
  • No Pool
  • No Spa
  • No Pet-friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
  • Yes, Parking

Where to stay in Waterfront Precinct

Find the best Waterfront Precinct 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 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.

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

Armstrong Creek

While visiting Armstrong Creek, you might make a stop by sights like Armstrong Creek Public Purposes Reserve and Warralily Reserve.

Top Waterfront Precinct Hotel Reviews

Waterfront By Gold Star Stays

Waterfront By Gold Star Stays

10/10 Excellent
"Wish we stayed longer"
gary 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Waterfront By Gold Star Stays

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Waterfront Precinct?
Travellers will be sure to enjoy their time in Geelong's Waterfront Precinct neighbourhood. Are you looking for Waterfront Precinct travel tips? Make sure that you visit Eastern Beach Swimming Enclosure and Eastern Beach while you're in the neighbourhood.
What's a favourite place to stay in Waterfront Precinct?
Based on our traveller 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 are there 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 accommodation options to choose from.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Waterfront Precinct, will I receive a refund?
Yes, the majority of hotel bookings are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review the best deals in Waterfront Precinct.
What is there to do around this Geelong neighbourhood?
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 worth a visit in the neighbourhood. 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.