What's it like in Waterfront Precinct?

Travelers will be sure to enjoy their time in Geelong's Waterfront Precinct neighborhood. Are you looking for Waterfront Precinct travel tips? Be sure to check out Eastern Beach Swimming Enclosure and Eastern Beach while you're in the neighborhood.

What's a favorite place to stay in Waterfront Precinct?

Based on our traveler 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 can I expect to find 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 accommodations to choose from.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Waterfront Precinct, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel bookings are refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get the best options available in Waterfront Precinct.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Waterfront Precinct?

For more information about picking new dates or cancelling your trip to Waterfront Precinct, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/ .

What is there to do around this Geelong neighborhood?

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 to visit in the neighborhood. 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.

Top Waterfront Precinct Hotels

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

1. Eden Oak Geelong

Waterfront Precinct

Allan

￥13,976 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 22 - Oct 23

A modern hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, and a view of the sea and a Ferris wheel.

2. Oaks Vue Suites Geelong

Waterfront Precinct

Roni

￥21,773 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A room with a sofa, a dining table with chairs, a lamp, and a painting.

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

Waterfront Precinct

Ceylan

￥19,065 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 10 - Nov 11

A modern hotel room with a bed, a desk, and a chair.

4. Bay City Motel Geelong

Waterfront Precinct

Anna

￥17,443 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 28 - Oct 29

A balcony with a view of the sea and marina, a sofa with a colorful pillow, and a painting on the wall.

5. Novotel Geelong

Waterfront Precinct

Grant

￥22,227 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 3 - Nov 4

An indoor swimming pool with a blue-lit water feature, a modern interior design with exposed ceilings and a view of the cityscape.

6. Crowne Plaza Geelong by IHG

Waterfront Precinct

Elizabeth

￥22,173 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

7. Eastern Sands City Centre

Waterfront Precinct

Bodine

￥12,757 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A marina with numerous boats docked along a calm waterway, a bridge in the background, and a clear sky.

8. Best Western Geelong Motor Inn & Serviced Apartments

Waterfront Precinct

lk

￥15,754 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A modern motel with a large garage and a visible sign for a car wash.

9. Belmercer Motel

Waterfront Precinct

Nadia

￥14,850 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A modern hotel reception area with a wooden reception desk, a mounted television, and a view of the beach through a glass wall.

10. Quest Geelong

Waterfront Precinct

Julie

￥17,265 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A reception desk with a variety of travel brochures and a membership certificate on the wall.

11. Rippleside Park Motor Inn

Waterfront Precinct

Helen

￥15,318 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 21 - Oct 22

A balcony with a table set for two, a bottle of wine, and a bowl of fruit.

12. Oaks R Suites Geelong

Waterfront Precinct

Mark

￥21,844 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A marina with boats, a lighthouse, and a building with a dome and flag.

13. Waterfront By Gold Star Stays

Waterfront Precinct

Kelly

￥23,363 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A family of three walking on a beach with waves.

14. Rydges Geelong

Geelong Central, 5.2 km from Waterfront Precinct

Stephanie

￥16,642 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 3 - Nov 4

A modern hotel room with a sofa, two chairs, a small table, a TV, and a large window with a city view.

15. Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong by IHG

Geelong Central, 5.3 km from Waterfront Precinct

Marina

￥20,087 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A swimming pool with a clear reflection, surrounded by a well-maintained hedge and a modern building with a flat roof.

16. Admiralty Inn

Geelong Central, 4.9 km from Waterfront Precinct

Lachlan

￥10,951 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 21 - Oct 22

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.

17. Quest Geelong Central

Geelong Central, 5.1 km from Waterfront Precinct

Maureen

￥19,956 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

A neatly made bed with a brown blanket, a white pillow, and a vase with dried flowers on a bedside table.

18. Anchor Geelong

Geelong Central, 4.2 km from Waterfront Precinct

Rebecca

￥15,608 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 11 - Nov 12

A swimming pool with a clear view of the surrounding area, including palm trees and a building with a covered patio.

19. Barwon Valley Lodge

Belmont, 6.7 km from Waterfront Precinct

Stewart

￥17,021 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

A swimming pool with two people swimming, surrounded by lounge chairs and palm trees.

20. Geelong Holiday Park

Belmont, 6 km from Waterfront Precinct

John

￥11,819 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 4 - Nov 5

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Compare popular hotels in Waterfront Precinct

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Bayside Geelong Hotel & Apartments, an Ascend Collection Hotel	4.5 star property	9.8 Exceptional 123 reviews	View
Crowne Plaza Geelong by IHG	4.5 star property	9.4 Exceptional 80 reviews	View
Eden Oak Geelong	4.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 599 reviews	View
Best Western Geelong Motor Inn & Serviced Apartments	4.0 star property	8.4 Very good 1,000 reviews	View
Bay City Motel Geelong	4.0 star property	8.2 Very good 706 reviews	View

Where to stay in Waterfront Precinct

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

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Geelong Central

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

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Mount Duneed

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

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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.

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Moolap

When in Moolap, you can plan a visit to Mill Markets and Bellarine Rail Trail, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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Leopold

While visiting Leopold, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Connwarre and Lake Connewarre Wildlife Reserve.

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Top Waterfront Precinct Hotel Reviews

The Sands Torquay

10/10 Excellent

"An enjoyable stay at Sands Resort Torquay. Comfortable accommodation, lovely green surroundings and a relaxed atmosphere. A great base for Torquay and surrounding areas."