Title: Lara Lodge - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire cabin # Lara Lodge Cabin with free parking, 3-minute walk to Serendip Sanctuary ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18250000/18240900/18240818/2234dcf0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![View from property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18250000/18240900/18240818/2a4569b7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18250000/18240900/18240818/5dec63a2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Deluxe Queen Suite | Private kitchenette](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18250000/18240900/18240818/c1bda602.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18250000/18240900/18240818/7c976344.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Prices - Location - Amenities - Policies Located close to Serendip Sanctuary and Kevin Hoffman Walk, Lara Lodge has plenty to offer. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. 9.4 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Outdoor space - Air conditioning - Parking included - Free WiFi ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Nov. 6 - Nov. 7](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-06&endDate=2025-11-07&selected=18240818&PinnedHotelID=18240818&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-06&endDate=2025-11-07&selected=18240818&PinnedHotelID=18240818&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Nov. 7 - Nov. 8](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-08&selected=18240818&PinnedHotelID=18240818&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-08&selected=18240818&PinnedHotelID=18240818&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Nov. 7 - Nov. 9](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=18240818&PinnedHotelID=18240818&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=18240818&PinnedHotelID=18240818&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Nov. 14 - Nov. 16](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-14&endDate=2025-11-16&selected=18240818&PinnedHotelID=18240818&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-14&endDate=2025-11-16&selected=18240818&PinnedHotelID=18240818&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 2 beds 3+ beds Showing 3 of 3 rooms ![Studio Cabin | Bathroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18250000/18240900/18240818/a2990c96.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Studio Cabin ### Highlights Patio Soundproofed Air conditioning Heating Kitchenette Refrigerator Flat-screen TV Blackout drapes/curtains - Mountain view - Sleeps 3 - 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed ![Deluxe Queen Suite | Private kitchenette](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18250000/18240900/18240818/c1bda602.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Queen Suite ### Highlights Patio Soundproofed Air conditioning Heating Kitchenette Full-sized refrigerator/freezer Flat-screen TV Ceiling fan - 2 bedrooms - Mountain view - Sleeps 6 - 1 Queen Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed ![Two-Bedroom Suite](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18250000/18240900/18240818/acbea88b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Two-Bedroom Suite ### Highlights Patio Soundproofed Air conditioning Heating Kitchenette Flat-screen TV Ceiling fan 2 bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Mountain view - Sleeps 7 - 1 Queen Bed, 2 Large Twin Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FGeelong-Hotels-Lara-Lodge.h18240818.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FGeelong-Hotels-Lara-Lodge.h18240818.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-37.99240%2C144.40160&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=elfN28FSdKhPljDZuU_6vg0Sb1s=) 325 Forest Road North, Lara, VIC, 3212 #### What's nearby - Serendip Sanctuary - 3 min walk - 0.3 km - You Yangs Regional Park - 2 min drive - 3.4 km - Lara Heritage and Historical Museum - 5 min drive - 5.3 km - Spirit of Tasmania Ferry Terminal - 15 min drive - 15.9 km - You Yangs - 15 min drive - 10.2 km #### Getting around - Lara Station - 6 min drive - Avalon Airport (AVV) - 10 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Sixways Fish & Chips Shop - ‬3 min drive - ‪Rods Bakery - ‬3 min drive - ‪Red Rooster - ‬14 min drive - ‪Subway - ‬5 min drive - ‪Hungry Jack's - ‬17 min drive ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Lara Lodge Cabin with free parking, 3-minute walk to Serendip Sanctuary This smoke-free cabin features free self parking and free WiFi in public areas. All 4 soundproofed cabins provide free WiFi, free wired Internet, and minibars. Kitchenettes with microwaves are standard, and guests will also find patios and flat-screen TVs. Limited housekeeping is available. Lara Lodge offers 4 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and irons/ironing boards. Rooms open to patios. Accommodations at this 3.5-star cabin have kitchenettes with microwaves. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Additionally, rooms include ceiling fans and blackout drapes/curtains. Hair dryers, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis. 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Corio - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi 9.4 Exceptional 3 reviews CA $145 CA $208 total includes taxes & fees Nov 18 - Nov 19 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-18&endDate=2025-11-19&selected=113499261&PinnedHotelID=113499261&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20150000/20144700/20144627/56cf56ba.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Anchor Geelong Geelong Central - Kitchen - Parking included - Free WiFi - Air conditioning 9.6 Exceptional 359 reviews CA $125 CA $148 total includes taxes & fees Nov 12 - Nov 13 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-12&endDate=2025-11-13&selected=20144627&PinnedHotelID=20144627&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cabin: Free WiFi and wired internet - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet ### Parking and transportation - Free self parking on site ### Family friendly - Crib: AUD 10 per night ### Kitchenette - Electric kettle - Microwave - Toaster ### Dining - Minibar ### Bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Rollaway/extra bed: AUD 10 per day ### Bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Free toiletries - Hair dryer (on request) - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Flat-screen TV with premium channels ### Outdoor areas - Patio ### Climate control - Air conditioning - Ceiling fan - Heating ### Pets - Service animals only (pets not allowed) ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - No elevator (single-level property) - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Blackout drapes - Change of bedsheets (on request) - Change of towels on request - Housekeeping (on request) - Iron/ironing board - Luggage storage ### Things to do - Bicycle parking - Bicycle storage - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - 100% renewable energy - 4 units - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Bed sheets changed on request - Bicycle parking - Bicycle storage - Built in 2017 - Double-glazed windows - Housekeeping (on request) - Soundproofing - Towels (changed on request) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; Check-in end time: anytime Contactless check-in available Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10 AM Contactless check-out available ### Special check-in instructions There is no front desk at this property Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation ### Access methods Key retrieval, private entrance ### Pets Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees) ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 10.0 per day Cribs (infant beds) are available for AUD 10.0 per night ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Optional extras - Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 10.0 per night - Rollaway bed fee: AUD 10.0 per day The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room This property is professionally cleaned Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property ### We should mention This property does not have elevators ### Property is also known as Lara Lodge Cabin Lara Lara Lodge Cabin Lara Lodge Lara Lara Lodge Lara Lara Lodge Cabin Lara Lodge Cabin Lara ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Lara Lodge pet-friendly? > No, only service animals are welcome at the property. ### How much does it cost to stay at Lara Lodge? > As of Nov 6, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lara Lodge on Nov 18, 2025 start from CA $172.49, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.ca/Geelong-Hotels-Lara-Lodge.h18240818.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### How much is parking at Lara Lodge? > Self parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Lara Lodge? > Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. ### What time is check-out at Lara Lodge? > Check-out is at 10 AM. ### Where is Lara Lodge located? > Located in Lara, this cabin is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Serendip Sanctuary and 2 mi (3.2 km) from Kevin Hoffman Walk. Lara Heritage and Historical Museum and You Yangs Regional Park are also within 6 mi (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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