Geelong Central

Geelong

The big wheel on the waterfront.
The big wheel on the waterfront.
Geelong now has a 'Central Geelong Christmas Trail' which features lots of interesting things for families to do. You can view artwork, meet santa or pose inside a giant snowglobe.

The highlights are definitely the christmas gree, although the Christmas projections are becoming popular. #localgem
Popular beach pool during summer on Eastern Beach.
Looking over the bay from Eastern Beach Boulevard on a stormy day.

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Geelong Central Hotel Deals

Rydges Geelong

Rydges Geelong

4 out of 5
Cnr Gheringhap & Myers St Geelong VIC
The price is CA $160 per night from Mar 1 to Mar 2
CA $160
CA $176 total
Mar 1 - Mar 2
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Geelong. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
Receptionist (female) was quite rude. No face washers available. Restaurant closed on a Sunday. Will not be back

Reviewed on Feb 23, 2026

Rydges Geelong
Admiralty Inn

Admiralty Inn

3 out of 5
66 Mckillop Street Geelong VIC
The price is CA $126 per night from Mar 15 to Mar 16
CA $126
CA $139 total
Mar 15 - Mar 16
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Geelong. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
Nice and cosy

Reviewed on Feb 20, 2026

Admiralty Inn
Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong by IHG

Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong by IHG

4 out of 5
40 Ryrie Street Geelong VIC
The price is CA $146 per night from Mar 2 to Mar 3
CA $146
CA $160 total
Mar 2 - Mar 3
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Geelong. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (382 reviews)
Room was lovely and clean, amenities were everything we needed.

Reviewed on Feb 26, 2026

Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong by IHG
Oaks R Suites Geelong

Oaks R Suites Geelong

4 out of 5
10 Bellerine Street Geelong VIC
The price is CA $184 per night from Mar 1 to Mar 2
CA $184
CA $203 total
Mar 1 - Mar 2
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this golf hotel in Geelong. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (794 reviews)
Staff were friendly and accommodating moving us from a ground floor room at the back of the building to a room with an ocean view.

Reviewed on Feb 25, 2026

Oaks R Suites Geelong
Quest Geelong Central

Quest Geelong Central

4 out of 5
71-77 Gheringhap St Geelong VIC
The price is CA $174 per night from Mar 10 to Mar 11
CA $174
CA $191 total
Mar 10 - Mar 11
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this aparthotel in Geelong. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (271 reviews)
Beautiful modern hotel with great facilities in a fantastic location.

Reviewed on Feb 26, 2026

Quest Geelong Central
Eastern Sands City Centre

Eastern Sands City Centre

3.5 out of 5
1 Bellerine Street Geelong VIC
The price is CA $118 per night from Mar 17 to Mar 18
CA $118
CA $130 total
Mar 17 - Mar 18
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly motel in Geelong. Enjoy free parking, room service, and a business center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,000 reviews)
Great location and friendly staff. Room was a bit tired.

Reviewed on Feb 17, 2026

Eastern Sands City Centre
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Other neighbourhoods around Geelong Central

When the tide is low, you can see the remains of the lime kilns. You can see them on the Stingaree Bay side of Eastern Park. They are reinforced with steel.

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East Geelong

You'll enjoy the beaches and gardens in East Geelong. You might want to make time for a stop at Geelong Botanical Gardens or Eastern Beach Swimming Enclosure.

East Geelong
The historic building of Queenscliff South Pier against the blue ocean on a sunny day. Victoria, Australia. The pier is a prominent tourist attraction and recreational fishing area in the coastal town

South Geelong

If you're spending some time in South Geelong, GMHBA Stadium and Kardinia Park are top sights worth seeing.

South Geelong
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Geelong West

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Geelong West and surrounding area, you can visit The Carousel and Geelong Performing Arts Center.

Geelong West
Balyang Sanctuary in Geelong is a great place for families to visit. The area was converted to a haven for various waterbirds including ducks, pelicans and cormorants. It is very close to the Barwon River Trail and has many tables for picnics. 

Birdwatchers can find many interesting animals here if they explore it in depth. #localgem

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.

Newtown
Belmont Common is one of my favourite birdwatching areas in Geelong. There is a bird hide at Jerringot Wildlife Research. You get a lot of waterbirds in the area and also the occasional bird of prey. It's well known for crakes, rails and lathams snipe. #localgem

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.

Belmont
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Breakwater

Though Breakwater might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Geelong Showground and GMHBA Stadium.

Breakwater


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