Waterfront Precinct Travel Guide

Geelong

A wooden pier with a white railing curving around a calm body of water.
A seaplane parked on a dock with a marina full of sailboats in the background.
A historical information board at Lime Kilns, Limeburner's Point, detailing its significance and a crown allotment plan.
A carousel horse with a brown mane and green bridle.
A large Ferris wheel with blue lighting at night.

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Things to do


Top hotels in Waterfront Precinct

Bayside Geelong Hotel & Apartments, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Bayside Geelong Hotel & Apartments, an Ascend Collection Hotel

4.5 out of 5
13-15 The Esplanade Geelong VIC
The price is £89 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
£89
13 Sept - 14 Sept
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 ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (102 reviews)
"We enjoyed our stay immensely. The room is spacious, clean, modern and super quiet. Convenient parking, wonderful friendly staff and a great location. We also enjoyed breakfast but next time we will select from the menu rather than take up the buffet package as the selection is limited."

Reviewed on 18 Aug 2026

Bayside Geelong Hotel & Apartments, an Ascend Collection Hotel
Eden Oak Geelong

Eden Oak Geelong

4 out of 5
20 Adams Court East Geelong VIC
The price is £67 per night from 8 Sept to 9 Sept
£67
8 Sept - 9 Sept
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! (579 reviews)
"Lovely botanical setting, including for the heated outdoor pool and spa. Good Thai meals available, and substantial hot breakfast."

Reviewed on 16 Aug 2026

Eden Oak Geelong
Crowne Plaza Geelong by IHG

Crowne Plaza Geelong by IHG

4.5 out of 5
33 Smythe Street Geelong VIC
The price is £110 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
£110
6 Sept - 7 Sept
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 ...
Crowne Plaza Geelong by IHG
Oaks R Suites Geelong

Oaks R Suites Geelong

4 out of 5
10 Bellerine Street Geelong VIC
The price is £104 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
£104
13 Sept - 14 Sept
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! (856 reviews)
"Super friendly staff"

Reviewed on 9 Aug 2026

Oaks R Suites Geelong
Eastern Sands City Centre

Eastern Sands City Centre

3.5 out of 5
1 Bellerine Street Geelong VIC
The price is £64 per night from 26 Aug to 27 Aug
£64
26 Aug - 27 Aug
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. ...
Eastern Sands City Centre
Oaks Vue Suites Geelong

Oaks Vue Suites Geelong

4.5 out of 5
6 Bellerine St Geelong VIC
The price is £104 per night from 20 Aug to 21 Aug
£104
20 Aug - 21 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Geelong. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
Oaks Vue Suites Geelong
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Where to stay in Waterfront Precinct

Find the best Waterfront Precinct areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Geelong Central

If you're spending some time in Geelong Central, Westfield Geelong and Geelong Performing Arts Center are top sights worth seeing.

Mount Duneed

While visiting Mount Duneed, you might make a stop by sights like Narana Aboriginal Cultural Centre and Conewarre K47 Streamside Reserve.

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.

Waurn Ponds

Visitors to Waurn Ponds enjoy its shopping, and if you want to do some exploring, Saint Regis Winery is worth a stop.

Moolap

While Moolap isn't home to many top sights, Bellarine Rail Trail and Geelong Showground are some notable places to visit nearby.



Waterfront Precinct Travel Guide

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