Title: Waurn Ponds Travel Guide: Best of Waurn Ponds, Geelong Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Waurn Ponds](https://expedia.co.uk/Waurn-Ponds-Geelong-Hotels.0-n181710-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Geelong](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Geelong.d6123247.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Geelong](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Geelong.d6123247.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Waurn Ponds Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Waurn-Ponds.d181710.Car-Hire-Guide)[Waurn Ponds Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Waurn-Ponds.d181710.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Waurn Ponds Travel Guide ## Geelong ## Visit Waurn Ponds Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Geelong travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Geelong.dx6123247) --- ### Popular places to visit ![You Yangs Regional Park](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/e7911a00678d8b2294277a93d2aeab4c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### You Yangs Regional Park You can take time to visit You Yangs Regional Park during your travels to Geelong. Amble around the area's parks or visit its casinos. [](https://expedia.co.uk/You-Yangs-Regional-Park-Geelong.d553248621592934311.Attraction) ![The Carousel](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/c322db4152924ccae8ab5d2c19d5ad1b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### The Carousel Enjoy an outing to The Carousel during your stay in Geelong. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/The-Carousel-Geelong.d553248621562247920.Attraction) ![Eastern Beach Swimming Enclosure](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/24df248e355e8db2607ee7b1739dca06.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Eastern Beach Swimming Enclosure If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Eastern Beach Swimming Enclosure might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Waterfront Precinct. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its shops. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Eastern-Beach-Swimming-Enclosure-Victoria.d553248621526969295.Attraction) ![Little Creatures Brewery](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/0b31819ea0a902919f5b4ab23ba3c134.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Little Creatures Brewery You can take time to visit Little Creatures Brewery during your travels to Geelong. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Little-Creatures-Brewery-South-Geelong.d553248633876917314.Attraction) #### Geelong Waurn Ponds Campus Enjoy the student vibe when you visit Geelong Waurn Ponds Campus during your travels in Geelong. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Geelong-Waurn-Ponds-Campus-Highton.d553248621568114736.Attraction) #### Saint Regis Winery You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Saint Regis Winery during your travels to Geelong. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Saint-Regis-Winery-Waurn-Ponds.d553248621562247882.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Great Ocean Road Small-Group Eco Tour from Melbourne](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2428307/518e6c21-6c3c-47b1-9f4d-fcdf7cd8e6d9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Great Ocean Road Small-Group Eco Tour from Melbourne £74 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/great-ocean-road-small-group-eco-tour-from-melbourne.a2428307.activity-details) ![Geelong Waterfront ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1050228/6e95edad-a07a-4f89-a255-203ee9920dc7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Around the Bay Sightseeing and Bay Cruise £94 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/around-the-bay-sightseeing-and-bay-cruise.a1050228.activity-details) ![GRAMPIANS N.P.](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45282903/9e9e4bab-f041-46ae-abdd-b51779229122.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 3-Day Great Ocean Road and Grampians Tour from Melbourne £1,345 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/3-day-great-ocean-road-and-grampians-tour-from-melbourne.a45282903.activity-details) ![skydive Great Ocean Road](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2569848/ad9eae0f-b74c-4c8a-af57-116b627bad30.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### From Melbourne: Tandem Skydive over Great Ocean Road £208 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/from-melbourne-tandem-skydive-over-great-ocean-road.a2569848.activity-details) ![4 Day Great Ocean Road and Beyond - Melbourne to Adelaide](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/721481/921bc92a-b405-4fcf-a4b6-68971a7ff002.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Great Ocean Road & Beyond 4 day Adventure Melbourne to Adelaide £1,241 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/great-ocean-road-beyond-4-day-adventure-melbourne-to-adelaide.a721481.activity-details) ![Balloon Rides in Geelong and Bellarine Peninsula](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3845267/7e940f7b-4c89-4454-bde6-828d177ac2c2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Balloon Rides in Geelong and Bellarine Peninsula £204 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/balloon-rides-in-geelong-and-bellarine-peninsula.a3845267.activity-details) [See all activities in Geelong](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Geelong.d6123247.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in Waurn Ponds ![Waurn Ponds Estate](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113210000/113208100/113208016/21c284f7_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Waurn Ponds Estate Nicol Dr S Waurn Ponds VIC £123 15 Feb - 16 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Geelong. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Saint Regis Winery and Waurn Ponds Shopping ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (51 reviews) Beautiful landscaped views from room, comfortable bed great shower, lots of stairs to route from reception to room Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=15%2F02%2F2026&endDate=16%2F02%2F2026&selected=113208016&PinnedHotelID=113208016&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=181710) ![Rydges Geelong](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/490000/483100/483016/abd9965e_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Rydges Geelong Cnr Gheringhap & Myers St Geelong VIC £76 2 Feb - 3 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Geelong. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ... 8/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews) Room was spotless and very comfortable bed. The downstairs dining is absolutely elite which is great when you're travelling for work and you don't need to leave the hotel to find dinner. Highly recommend. Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=02%2F02%2F2026&endDate=03%2F02%2F2026&selected=483016&PinnedHotelID=483016&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=181710) ![The Sands Torquay](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/73000000/72100000/72097800/72097761/2e7b5e53_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Sands Torquay 2 Sands Boulevarde Torquay VIC Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay £109 27 Jan - 28 Jan includes taxes & fees Stay at this golf hotel in Torquay. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a golf course. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ... 9/10 Wonderful! (562 reviews) Room was lovely and clean and the staff were very friendly and helpful on check-in. Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=27%2F01%2F2026&endDate=28%2F01%2F2026&selected=72097761&PinnedHotelID=72097761&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=181710) ![Eden Oak Geelong](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9627100/9627044/a08d6b31_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Eden Oak Geelong 20 Adams Court East Geelong VIC £71 12 Feb - 13 Feb 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! (476 reviews) Room was clean, staff were great and had good amenities. Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=12%2F02%2F2026&endDate=13%2F02%2F2026&selected=9627044&PinnedHotelID=9627044&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=181710) ![Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong by IHG](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88610000/88609300/88609256/1b1cf284_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong by IHG 40 Ryrie Street Geelong VIC £80 8 Feb - 9 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Geelong. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (368 reviews) Staff were so nice, the rooms were clean and the bathroom was huge Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=08%2F02%2F2026&endDate=09%2F02%2F2026&selected=88609256&PinnedHotelID=88609256&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=181710) ![Wyndham Resort Torquay](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1930000/1927200/1927122/b1056fa9_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Wyndham Resort Torquay 100 The Esplanade Torquay VIC £101 11 Feb - 12 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this beach hotel in Torquay. Enjoy free parking, 2 outdoor pools and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ... 8/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews) Good location, clean room Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=11%2F02%2F2026&endDate=12%2F02%2F2026&selected=1927122&PinnedHotelID=1927122&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=181710) [See all 1,965 properties in Waurn Ponds](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=20%2F01%2F2026&endDate=21%2F01%2F2026®ionId=181710) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. 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[](https://expedia.co.uk/Geelong-Highton.dx3000444081) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Mount Duneed While visiting Mount Duneed, you might make a stop by sights like Narana Aboriginal Cultural Centre and Conewarre K47 Streamside Reserve. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Geelong-Mount-Duneed.dx3000429853) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Grovedale Travellers enjoy Grovedale for its beaches and bars. Consider checking out Waurn Ponds Shopping Centre while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Geelong-Grovedale.dx6139101) ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/4318d0f5d33b83b8f9690ece22215af4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Geelong-Belmont.dx180380) ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/7ee8d5236f3f9474469e64db4baafa89.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Newtown Unique features of Newtown include the restaurants and shopping. Make a stop by The Heights Heritage House and Garden or Balyang Sanctuary while you're exploring the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Geelong-Newtown.dx6342754) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Charlemont While visiting Charlemont, you might make a stop by sights like Future Sparrovale Nature Reserve and Lake Connewarre Wildlife Reserve. 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