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Our top choices for Waterfront Precinct hotels

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

1. Eden Oak Geelong

Eden Oak Geelong
4.0 star property
Waterfront Precinct
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (588 reviews)
"Quiet and comfortable place to stay. Great"
Australia
Lisa
The price is NZ$154
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Eden Oak Geelong
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

2. Eastern Sands City Centre

Eastern Sands City Centre
3.5 star property
Waterfront Precinct
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Lovely staff, very clean, great parking, close to CBD."
Australia
Leanie Kerry
The price is NZ$141
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Eastern Sands City Centre
A modern motel with a large garage and a visible sign for a car wash.

3. Belmercer Motel

Belmercer Motel
4.0 star property
Waterfront Precinct
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Clean , great location and friendly staff"
Australia
Nadia
The price is NZ$170
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Belmercer Motel
A modern hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, and a view of the sea and a Ferris wheel.

4. Oaks Vue Suites Geelong

Oaks Vue Suites Geelong
4.5 star property
Waterfront Precinct
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,525 reviews)
"Fantastic Stay!"
Australia
Jason
The price is NZ$246
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Oaks Vue Suites Geelong
A modern hotel reception area with a wooden reception desk, a mounted television, and a view of the beach through a glass wall.

5. Quest Geelong

Quest Geelong
4.0 star property
Waterfront Precinct
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (431 reviews)
"We loved our stay in Quest with our toy poodle! The staff were very accommodating and the hotel was clean and well kept. Highly recommended if you have furbabies!"
Australia
Myx
The price is NZ$206
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Quest Geelong
A room with a sofa, a dining table with chairs, a lamp, and a painting.

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

Bayside Geelong Hotel & Apartments, an Ascend Collection Hotel
4.5 star property
Waterfront Precinct
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (118 reviews)
"Very clean, nice staff. Restaurant was excellent. Great stay."
Australia
Ceylan
The price is NZ$222
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Bayside Geelong Hotel & Apartments, an Ascend Collection Hotel
A modern hotel room with a bed, a desk, and a chair.

7. Bay City Motel Geelong

Bay City Motel Geelong
4.0 star property
Waterfront Precinct
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (705 reviews)
"Convenient location - accessible walk from train station. A short stroll to Botanic Garden and water front. Thank you"
Australia
Anna
The price is NZ$193
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Bay City Motel Geelong
A balcony with a view of the sea and marina, a sofa with a colorful pillow, and a painting on the wall.

8. Novotel Geelong

Novotel Geelong
4.0 star property
Waterfront Precinct
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,005 reviews)
"Staff were friendly and helpful. The room as nice and spacious with a balcony. We requested for the room to be made up upon check in but had to request again as housekeeping had not been- they were prompt to do so. The construction of the new tower was only a bother in the morning and it was a little frustrating that we were only informed this was happening after booking a non refundable room. Luckily our second night was a public holiday."
Australia
Amelia
The price is NZ$253
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Novotel Geelong
A marina with numerous boats docked along a calm waterway, a bridge in the background, and a clear sky.

9. Best Western Geelong Motor Inn & Serviced Apartments

Best Western Geelong Motor Inn & Serviced Apartments
4.0 star property
Waterfront Precinct
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Great location, a walk to the foreshore and town, and hany for the Spirit of Tasmania terminal."
Australia
Carol
The price is NZ$178
includes taxes & fees
8 Oct - 9 Oct
Best Western Geelong Motor Inn & Serviced Apartments
An indoor swimming pool with a blue-lit water feature, a modern interior design with exposed ceilings and a view of the cityscape.

10. Crowne Plaza Geelong by IHG

Crowne Plaza Geelong by IHG
4.5 star property
Waterfront Precinct
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (79 reviews)
"Fantastic location. Beautiful rooms clean and quiet."
Australia
Elizabeth
The price is NZ$255
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Crowne Plaza Geelong by IHG
A reception desk with a variety of travel brochures and a membership certificate on the wall.

11. Rippleside Park Motor Inn

Rippleside Park Motor Inn
2.5 star property
Waterfront Precinct
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (407 reviews)
"Good position, friendly staff"
Australia
Greg
The price is NZ$173
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Rippleside Park Motor Inn
A marina with boats, a lighthouse, and a building with a dome and flag.

12. Waterfront By Gold Star Stays

Waterfront By Gold Star Stays
4.0 star property
Waterfront Precinct
6.8 out of 10, (84 reviews)
"Good location, room was on the lower floor next to busy footpath. Parking was tight. "
New Zealand
Kelvin
The price is NZ$249
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Waterfront By Gold Star Stays
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
Waterfront Precinct
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (865 reviews)
"The room was very spacious and the amenities were great."
United States
mandi
The price is NZ$247
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Oaks R Suites Geelong
A bathroom with a glass shower enclosure, a bathtub, and a tiled wall.

14. Rose Garden Motel

Rose Garden Motel
4.0 star property
Belmont, 6.3 km from Waterfront Precinct
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (555 reviews)
"very accomodating"
Australia
Nathan
The price is NZ$148
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Rose Garden Motel
A swimming pool with a clear reflection, surrounded by a well-maintained hedge and a modern building with a flat roof.

15. Admiralty Inn

Admiralty Inn
3.0 star property
Geelong Central, 4.9 km from Waterfront Precinct
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,004 reviews)
"Clean room and ample parking"
Australia
Lachlan
The price is NZ$142
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Admiralty Inn
A modern restaurant with a long communal table, cushioned seating, and pendant lighting.

16. 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, (440 reviews)
"We only stayed for one night here but we enjoyed our meal at the restaurant and had a good nights sleep in the comfortable bed. We hadn’t booked a parking bay and there wasn’t one available but we were able to park our car around the corner and had no problems."
Australia
Katherine
The price is NZ$207
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong by IHG
A family of three walking on a beach with waves.

17. Rydges Geelong

Rydges Geelong
4.0 star property
Geelong Central, 5.2 km from Waterfront Precinct
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,007 reviews)
"Great budget friendly stay"
Australia
Stephanie
The price is NZ$188
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Rydges Geelong
A neatly made bed with a brown blanket, a white pillow, and a vase with dried flowers on a bedside table.

18. Anchor Geelong

Anchor Geelong
3.5 star property
Geelong Central, 4.2 km from Waterfront Precinct
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (383 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$170
includes taxes & fees
8 Oct - 9 Oct
Anchor Geelong
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 NZ$150
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Parkside Motel Geelong
A coastal landscape with a sandy beach, rocky cliffs, and sparse vegetation.

20. Golden Palms Motel

Golden Palms Motel
3.5 star property
Grovedale, 8.6 km from Waterfront Precinct
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (287 reviews)
"Great location, really clean rooms and perfect for a family. "
Australia
Bridie
The price is NZ$212
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Golden Palms Motel
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Compare popular hotels in Waterfront Precinct

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
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
9.8
Exceptional
118 reviews
View
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
9.4
Exceptional
865 reviews
View
A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by tropical plants and a modern building.
Eden Oak Geelong
4.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
588 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
79 reviews
View
A modern hotel reception area with a wooden reception desk, a mounted television, and a view of the beach through a glass wall.
Quest Geelong
4.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
431 reviews
View

Our guide on where to stay in Waterfront Precinct

Find the best Waterfront Precinct areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A Ferris wheel with yellow and purple cabins against a clear blue sky, surrounded by palm trees.

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 calm lake surrounded by dense trees and reeds.

Lara

You'll enjoy the museums and parks in Lara. You might want to make time for a stop at Serendip Sanctuary or You Yangs Regional Park.

Top Waterfront Precinct Hotel Reviews

Recent Reviews in Waterfront Precinct

Ingenia Holidays Torquay

Ingenia Holidays Torquay

8/10 Good
"The Staff were excellent. Emma the Property Manager was fabulous when I mentioned that we'd had a problem accessing Netflix. A minor problem I know but she was so wonderful in the way she handled our feedback. We highly recommend this Park. The facilities and games for children are second to none. A very safe environment for children to play andcexplore. We will definitely return."
Jennifer 2-night trip
Posted 10 hours ago
Ingenia Holidays Torquay

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.