Waterfront Precinct Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Waterfront Precinct
Stay near popular Waterfront Precinct attractions
Activities
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour of the Great Ocean Road, Australia
NZ$34
per traveller
Learn to Surf at Ocean Grove on the Bellarine Peninsula
NZ$102
per adult
The Q Train - First Class Private Dining For 2
NZ$261
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Our pick of the best Waterfront Precinct Hotel Deals
Bayside Geelong Hotel & Apartments, an Ascend Collection Hotel
13-15 The Esplanade Geelong VIC
The price is NZ$212 per night from 21 July to 22 July
NZ$212
21 July - 22 July
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! (70 reviews)
"Beautiful accomodation with a stunning views. Secure under ground car park. Restaurant, pool, sauna, gym, room service and a spa!! We love coming here. Can’t wait to come back"
Reviewed on 29 June 2026
Eden Oak Geelong
20 Adams Court East Geelong VIC
The price is NZ$163 per night from 6 July to 7 July
NZ$163
6 July - 7 July
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (556 reviews)
"This is the second time we have stayed at Eden Oak. Different rooms on both occasions but happy with the rooms as a family of 5. Clean, good breakfast and great location."
Reviewed on 29 June 2026
Crowne Plaza Geelong by IHG
33 Smythe Street Geelong VIC
The price is NZ$272 per night from 21 July to 22 July
NZ$272
21 July - 22 July
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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (39 reviews)
"Excellent"
Reviewed on 25 June 2026
Quest Geelong
16-18 The Esplanade South Geelong VIC
The price is NZ$223 per night from 16 July to 17 July
NZ$223
16 July - 17 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Geelong. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (423 reviews)
"The place was clean and check in was smooth. We were upgraded to a beeter room"
Reviewed on 23 June 2026
Oaks R Suites Geelong
10 Bellerine Street Geelong VIC
The price is NZ$254 per night from 5 July to 6 July
NZ$254
5 July - 6 July
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! (850 reviews)
"Fantastic property with amazing staff."
Reviewed on 27 June 2026
Eastern Sands City Centre
1 Bellerine Street Geelong VIC
The price is NZ$158 per night from 6 July to 7 July
NZ$158
6 July - 7 July
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! (1,000 reviews)
"Older style motel. Good: Good value and location. Not-so-good: Stayed three nights – Fri/Sat/Sun – but never received any housekeeping (despite amenities saying 'daily'). Some in-room crockery was unclean (needed a wash before use). A leftover jumper in drawer and charging cable plugged into wall ..."
Reviewed on 30 June 2026
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Our guide on where to stay in Waterfront Precinct
Find the best Waterfront Precinct areas for the activities you enjoy most.
Photo by Abe Groot
Open Photo by Abe Groot
Geelong Central
If you're spending some time in Geelong Central, Westfield Geelong and Geelong Performing Arts Center are top sights worth seeing.
Photo by Jade Craven
Open Photo by Jade Craven
Belmont
Get to know Belmont by checking out its shopping, spas and river views. Consider a visit to nearby sights like Kardinia Park or GMHBA Stadium during your time in the area.
Geelong West
While there might not be top attractions in Geelong West, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Islamic Society of Geelong and Geelong Golf Course.
Corio
You'll enjoy the restaurants and seaside views in Corio. You might want to make time for a stop at Beckley Park International Raceway or Corio Native Grasslands Reserve.
Lara
You'll enjoy the museums and parks in Lara. You might want to make time for a stop at You Yangs Regional Park or Serendip Sanctuary.
