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Our top choices for North Geelong hotels

A bathroom with a large bathtub, a wooden bench, and a tiled wall.

1. Sphinx Hotel Motel

Sphinx Hotel Motel
4.0 star property
North Geelong
7.2 out of 10, Good, (529 reviews)
"Nice and good experince. 😊"
Australia
mandeep
The price is NZ$213
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
Sphinx Hotel Motel
A reception desk with a variety of travel brochures and a membership certificate on the wall.

2. Rippleside Park Motor Inn

Rippleside Park Motor Inn
2.5 star property
1.5 km from North Geelong
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 NZ$173
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
Rippleside Park Motor Inn
A room with a sofa, a dining table with chairs, a lamp, and a painting.

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

Bayside Geelong Hotel & Apartments, an Ascend Collection Hotel
4.5 star property
Waterfront Precinct, 2.4 km from North Geelong
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (124 reviews)
"Very clean, nice staff. Restaurant was excellent. Great stay."
Australia
Ceylan
The price is NZ$215
includes taxes & fees
19 Nov - 20 Nov
Bayside Geelong Hotel & Apartments, an Ascend Collection Hotel
A modern hotel reception area with a wooden reception desk, a mounted television, and a view of the beach through a glass wall.

4. Quest Geelong

Quest Geelong
4.0 star property
Waterfront Precinct, 2.6 km from North Geelong
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (435 reviews)
"Great location. Perfect size for family of 4 and parking available"
Australia
Craig
The price is NZ$186
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
Quest Geelong
An indoor swimming pool with a blue-lit water feature, a modern interior design with exposed ceilings and a view of the cityscape.

5. Crowne Plaza Geelong by IHG

Crowne Plaza Geelong by IHG
4.5 star property
Waterfront Precinct, 3.3 km from North Geelong
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (83 reviews)
"Fantastic location. Beautiful rooms clean and quiet."
Australia
Elizabeth
The price is NZ$249
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Crowne Plaza Geelong by IHG
A marina with numerous boats docked along a calm waterway, a bridge in the background, and a clear sky.

6. Best Western Geelong Motor Inn & Serviced Apartments

Best Western Geelong Motor Inn & Serviced Apartments
4.0 star property
Waterfront Precinct, 2.4 km from North Geelong
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"We enjoyed our stay. We had a large room. The manager was very obliging and helpful. An added bonus was the indoor pool and spa which we used. The only downside was that it was close to a busy road and noisy when sleeping."
Australia
Glenda
The price is NZ$178
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Best Western Geelong Motor Inn & Serviced Apartments
A modern motel with a large garage and a visible sign for a car wash.

7. Belmercer Motel

Belmercer Motel
4.0 star property
Waterfront Precinct, 2.9 km from North Geelong
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"Clean , great location and friendly staff"
Australia
Nadia
The price is NZ$165
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Belmercer Motel
A garden pathway leading to a building with outdoor seating and air conditioning units.

8. Parkwood Motel and Apartments

Parkwood Motel and Apartments
3.5 star property
1.7 km from North Geelong
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 NZ$200
includes taxes & fees
27 Nov - 28 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.

9. Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong by IHG

Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong by IHG
4.0 star property
Geelong Central, 3.8 km from North Geelong
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 NZ$221
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong by IHG
A family of three walking on a beach with waves.

10. Rydges Geelong

Rydges Geelong
4.0 star property
Geelong Central, 4.1 km from North Geelong
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Great budget friendly stay"
Australia
Stephanie
The price is NZ$188
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
Rydges Geelong
A balcony with a view of the sea and marina, a sofa with a colorful pillow, and a painting on the wall.

11. Novotel Geelong

Novotel Geelong
4.0 star property
Waterfront Precinct, 3.6 km from North Geelong
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 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 NZ$251
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Novotel Geelong
A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by tropical plants and a modern building.

12. Eden Oak Geelong

Eden Oak Geelong
4.0 star property
East Geelong, 5.1 km from North Geelong
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (600 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 NZ$157
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
Eden Oak Geelong
A balcony with a table set for two, a bottle of wine, and a bowl of fruit.

13. Oaks R Suites Geelong

Oaks R Suites Geelong
4.0 star property
Geelong Central, 4 km from North Geelong
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (873 reviews)
"Staff friendly, clean room"
Australia
Mark
The price is NZ$246
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Oaks R Suites Geelong
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.

14. Quest Geelong Central

Quest Geelong Central
4.0 star property
Geelong Central, 4 km from North Geelong
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 NZ$227
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.

15. Anchor Geelong

Anchor Geelong
3.5 star property
Geelong Central, 4.5 km from North Geelong
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$165
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Anchor Geelong
A modern two-story building with a balcony, large windows, and a gated entrance.

16. Timber Door Luxury Accommodation Geelong

Timber Door Luxury Accommodation Geelong
4.0 star property
Geelong Central, 4.1 km from North Geelong
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$270
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Timber Door Luxury Accommodation Geelong
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

17. Eastern Sands City Centre

Eastern Sands City Centre
3.5 star property
Geelong Central, 4 km from North Geelong
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1,002 reviews)
"Great location and good price."
Australia
Bodine
The price is NZ$142
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Eastern Sands City Centre
A modern bathroom with a white sink, a large mirror with a circular light, and a wooden panel.

18. Kingsway Motel Geelong

Kingsway Motel Geelong
2.0 star property
Newtown, 3.7 km from North Geelong
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (159 reviews)
"Good value rooms Nice central location"
Australia
Eoin
The price is NZ$150
includes taxes & fees
25 Nov - 26 Nov
Kingsway Motel Geelong
A swimming pool with a clear reflection, surrounded by a well-maintained hedge and a modern building with a flat roof.

19. Admiralty Inn

Admiralty Inn
3.0 star property
Geelong Central, 4.5 km from North Geelong
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Clean room and ample parking"
Australia
Lachlan
The price is NZ$123
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Admiralty Inn
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, 5.9 km from North Geelong
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$198
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
Barwon Valley Lodge
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Compare popular hotels in North Geelong

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A bathroom with a large bathtub, a wooden bench, and a tiled wall.
Sphinx Hotel Motel
4.0 star property
7.2
Good
529 reviews
View
A room with a sofa, a dining table with chairs, a lamp, and a painting.
Bayside Geelong Hotel & Apartments, an Ascend Collection Hotel
4.5 star property
9.6
Exceptional
124 reviews
View
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
331 reviews
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
9.4
Exceptional
83 reviews
View
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
4.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
441 reviews
View

Our guide on where to stay in North Geelong

Find the best North Geelong 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 North Geelong Hotel Reviews

Recent Reviews in North Geelong

The Sands Torquay

The Sands Torquay

10/10 Excellent
"The staff was very welcoming and bent over backwards to assist us. The beds were so comfortable it was hard to leave them. Accommodations are beautiful."
Ilene 2-night trip
Posted 17 hours ago
The Sands Torquay

Frequently asked questions

What are the best hotels in North Geelong that travellers recommend?
For travellers seeking a highly recommended hotel in North Geelong, the Sphinx Hotel Motel is a popular choice.

This 4-star hotel, with a rating of 7.2, is much-loved by guests for its clean rooms and great service. It also offers a range of facilities including an outdoor pool, private indoor hot tubs, and free self-parking. The hotel is also conveniently located just 1.3 km from Rippleside Park.
What are the best family hotels in North Geelong?
For a family-friendly hotel in North Geelong, the Sphinx Hotel Motel is a suitable option.

This 4-star hotel, with a rating of 7.2, offers excellent amenities for families, including connecting rooms for convenience and a playground for children. Guests appreciate the free WiFi and complimentary self-parking. The hotel also provides free toiletries. It is located just 1.3 kilometres from Rippleside Park, offering easy access to outdoor activities. Guests consistently praise the great food, convenient location, clean rooms, and excellent service.
What are the most romantic hotels in North Geelong for couples?
For a romantic stay in North Geelong, the Sphinx Hotel Motel is a suitable option for couples.

The 4-star Sphinx Hotel Motel, with a rating of 7.2, offers private indoor hot tubs, which can provide a lovely setting for a couple's getaway. Guests have consistently praised its clean rooms, great service, and excellent food. The hotel also provides free WiFi, complimentary self-parking, and an outdoor pool. It is conveniently located near Rippleside Park, just 1.3 km away.
When is the best time to go to North Geelong?
The best time to go to North Geelong is during the warmer months, from late spring to early autumn, specifically November to April.

This period offers the most pleasant weather for exploring the region. You'll experience mild to warm temperatures with plenty of sunshine, making it ideal for outdoor activities and enjoying the coastal attractions.

For couples looking for a relaxed getaway, visiting in December or January allows you to enjoy the full swing of summer, with opportunities for vineyard tours in the nearby Bellarine Peninsula or leisurely strolls along the Geelong waterfront. The longer daylight hours are great for enjoying sunsets over Corio Bay.

Families often find the school holiday periods in December-January and April particularly appealing. The warm weather is great for visiting local beaches like Eastern Beach, which has a fantastic playground and a protected swimming enclosure.
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