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Our top choices for Balyang Sanctuary hotels

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.

1. Quest Geelong Central

Quest Geelong Central
4.0 star property
Geelong Central, 2.8 km from Balyang Sanctuary
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (332 reviews)
"Accommodation was excellent, central to CBD, staff were welcoming and very informative. Will definitely stay again."
Australia
Maureen
The price is NZ$216
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Quest Geelong Central
A swimming pool with a clear view of the surrounding area, including palm trees and a building with a covered patio.

2. Barwon Valley Lodge

Barwon Valley Lodge
4.5 star property
Belmont, 1 km from Balyang Sanctuary
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 NZ$209
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Barwon Valley Lodge
A swimming pool with two people swimming, surrounded by lounge chairs and palm trees.

3. Geelong Holiday Park

Geelong Holiday Park
2.0 star property
Belmont, 1.7 km from Balyang Sanctuary
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (91 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
Australia
John
The price is NZ$133
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Geelong Holiday Park
A modern two-story building with a balcony, large windows, and a gated entrance.

4. Timber Door Luxury Accommodation Geelong

Timber Door Luxury Accommodation Geelong
4.0 star property
Geelong Central, 2.6 km from Balyang Sanctuary
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (156 reviews)
"Location was great. Can walk to basically everything. They thought of everything."
Australia
Cassandra
The price is NZ$269
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Timber Door Luxury Accommodation Geelong
A motel with a green lawn, a rose garden, and a covered parking area.

5. Rose Garden Motel

Rose Garden Motel
4.0 star property
Belmont, 2.3 km from Balyang Sanctuary
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (559 reviews)
"Great place to stay, great position very quiet. Very roomy and great amenities. Would recommend to stay here"
United States
Lynne
The price is NZ$164
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Rose Garden Motel
A modern hotel room with a sofa, two chairs, a small table, a TV, and a large window with a city view.

6. Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong by IHG

Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong by IHG
4.0 star property
Geelong Central, 2.8 km from Balyang Sanctuary
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (443 reviews)
"Great location, walkable, clean, nice staff."
United States
Brandi
The price is NZ$216
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong by IHG
A covered outdoor area with a glass table and chairs, overlooking a caravan park.

7. Discovery Parks - Geelong

Discovery Parks - Geelong
4.0 star property
Belmont, 0.7 km from Balyang Sanctuary
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Family friendly ,close to everything, super clean and well maintained"
Australia
Hannah
The price is NZ$164
includes taxes & fees
25 Nov - 26 Nov
Discovery Parks - Geelong
A swimming pool with a clear reflection, surrounded by a well-maintained hedge and a modern building with a flat roof.

8. Admiralty Inn

Admiralty Inn
3.0 star property
Geelong Central, 2.7 km from Balyang Sanctuary
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,004 reviews)
"Budget friendly hotel close to City Centre"
Australia
Rick
The price is NZ$116
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
Admiralty Inn
A modern bathroom with a white sink, a large mirror with a circular light, and a wooden panel.

9. Kingsway Motel Geelong

Kingsway Motel Geelong
2.0 star property
Newtown, 2.6 km from Balyang Sanctuary
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (162 reviews)
"Lovely refurbished rooms and very helpful staff."
Australia
Lisa
The price is NZ$156
includes taxes & fees
25 Nov - 26 Nov
Kingsway Motel Geelong
A swimming pool with blue lighting, a view of the outside through large windows, and a statue on the wall.

10. Abbotswood Motor Inn

Abbotswood Motor Inn
3.0 star property
Belmont, 2.6 km from Balyang Sanctuary
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (439 reviews)
"The room was very clean, just off the main road it’s easy to get to all surrounding activities."
Australia
Emily
The price is NZ$183
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Abbotswood Motor Inn
A modern living room with a grey sofa, a round wooden table, and a potted plant.

11. Tasman Holiday Parks - Geelong

Tasman Holiday Parks - Geelong
3.0 star property
Belmont, 0.8 km from Balyang Sanctuary
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (648 reviews)
"Great place to stay if you are sailing on the Sprit of Tasmania not to far from the ship, and shops are close at hand."
Australia
Anonymous traveller
The price is NZ$183
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Tasman Holiday Parks - Geelong
A modern reception area with a wooden ceiling, a reception desk, and a seating area with chairs and a sofa.

12. Rydges Geelong

Rydges Geelong
4.0 star property
Geelong Central, 2.7 km from Balyang Sanctuary
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Staff at reception were friendly and helpful on arrival"
Australia
Bianca
The price is NZ$188
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
Rydges Geelong
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinetry, a marble countertop, and a small potted plant.

13. Parkside Motel Geelong

Parkside Motel Geelong
3.0 star property
Belmont, 1.7 km from Balyang Sanctuary
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Hotel appears dated from the outside but lovely updated rooms and bathrooms in a convenient location. When I open the drapes I was literally looking into people’s backyard. Rooms need a sheer curtain as well as the main curtains for privacy reasons."
Australia
Michelle
The price is NZ$165
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Parkside Motel Geelong
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV, a wooden cabinet, and a city view.

14. Comfort Inn Geelong

Comfort Inn Geelong
Geelong Central, 3.1 km from Balyang Sanctuary
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 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 NZ$157
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
Comfort Inn Geelong
A modern living room with a television, seating, and a balcony with a city view.

15. Mckillop Geelong By Gold Star Stays

Mckillop Geelong By Gold Star Stays
3.0 star property
Geelong Central, 2.9 km from Balyang Sanctuary
6.6 out of 10, (137 reviews)
"Staff were lovely & genuinely helpful. Clean & close to everywhere. Great budget apartments. "
Australia
michelle
The price is NZ$211
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Mckillop Geelong By Gold Star Stays
A two-story Colonial Lodge Motel with a covered walkway and a parking area.

16. Colonial Lodge Motel Geelong

Colonial Lodge Motel Geelong
3.0 star property
South Geelong, 2.2 km from Balyang Sanctuary
5.6 out of 10, (369 reviews)
"The staff were very nice would stay again"
Australia
Chris
The price is NZ$223
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Colonial Lodge Motel Geelong
A room with a sofa, a dining table with chairs, a lamp, and a painting.

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

Bayside Geelong Hotel & Apartments, an Ascend Collection Hotel
4.5 star property
Waterfront Precinct, 3.8 km from Balyang Sanctuary
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (128 reviews)
"This place was great to stay. Staff were amazing. Would go back and stay again, hopefully sooner than later."
Australia
Sarah
The price is NZ$229
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Bayside Geelong Hotel & Apartments, an Ascend Collection Hotel
A modern building with multiple balconies, large windows, and a well-lit exterior at night.

18. Accommodation at Curlewis

Accommodation at Curlewis
4.0 star property
18 km from Balyang Sanctuary
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (178 reviews)
"Loved our stay, facilities were amazing, staff were friendly, and the coffee was sensational! Room was very clean, modern and well maintained. Will be going back, also felt it was great value for money - 5/5 stars!"
Australia
Dean
The price is NZ$262
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Accommodation at Curlewis
A modern building with a large entrance, paved walkway, and landscaped area with shrubs.

19. RACV Torquay Resort

RACV Torquay Resort
5.0 star property
19.6 km from Balyang Sanctuary
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (582 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
Australia
Claire
The price is NZ$453
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
RACV Torquay Resort
A neatly made bed with a brown blanket, a white pillow, and a vase with dried flowers on a bedside table.

20. Anchor Geelong

Anchor Geelong
3.5 star property
Geelong Central, 3.4 km from Balyang Sanctuary
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 NZ$177
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Anchor Geelong
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Compare popular hotels close to Balyang Sanctuary

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
332 reviews
View
A swimming pool with a clear view of the surrounding area, including palm trees and a building with a covered patio.
Barwon Valley Lodge
4.5 star property
9.6
Exceptional
466 reviews
View
A swimming pool with two people swimming, surrounded by lounge chairs and palm trees.
Geelong Holiday Park
2.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
91 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
156 reviews
View
A motel with a green lawn, a rose garden, and a covered parking area.
Rose Garden Motel
4.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
559 reviews
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Hotels recommended for families near Balyang Sanctuary

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

Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong by IHG
4.0 star property
Geelong Central
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (443)
The price is NZ$216
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong by IHG

Other attractions near Balyang Sanctuary

Barwon River Walk

You can take time to visit Barwon River Walk during your travels to Geelong. Visit the shops in this walkable area or simply enjoy its restaurants.
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Top Balyang Sanctuary Hotel Reviews

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

Quest Geelong Central

Quest Geelong Central
Geelong Central

10/10 Excellent

3 bedroom 2 bathroom apartment. Great views. Close to the bay. Apartment was nice and clean. Had everything we need in the kitchen for a 2 night stay. Had laundry facilities in the room.
Australia
Amanda
Reviewed October 16, 2026
Quest Geelong Central

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the area like around Balyang Sanctuary?

Balyang Sanctuary is located in a welcoming area of Geelong known for its beautiful beaches and golfing. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 15 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay near Balyang Sanctuary?

Barwon Valley Lodge is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this aparthotel offers an outdoor pool and free parking. It's located just a short 0.6 mi (1 km) from Balyang Sanctuary. Other good options within a short distance include Discovery Parks - Geelong and Tasman Holiday Parks - Geelong.

How many hotels are there close to Balyang Sanctuary?

Expedia has 15 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Balyang Sanctuary.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Balyang Sanctuary, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view the top deals on offer near Balyang Sanctuary.

What can I see and do near Balyang Sanctuary?

You'll want to browse the exhibits at Museum of Play and Art and National Wool Museum. Learn about local history at Old Geelong Gaol and The Heights Heritage House and Garden. Spend some time exploring the the natural beauty of Geelong Botanical Gardens, Rippleside Park and Steampacket Gardens.