South Geelong Travel Guide

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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
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
Walking distance from the South Geelong train station, the Little Creatures Brewery is a fun place to spend the day. It's like the Willy Wonka factory for beer lovers! White Rabbit is also on the premises. #SMDdoesOZ #Geelong #Australia

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Our pick of the best South Geelong Hotel Deals

Colonial Lodge Motel Geelong

Colonial Lodge Motel Geelong

3 out of 5
57 Fyans Street South Geelong VIC
The price is AU$180 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
AU$180
15 Mar - 16 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Geelong. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Popular attractions Spirit of Tasmania Ferry Terminal and GMHBA Stadium ...
5.6/10 (364 reviews)
The worst hotel I’ve ever stayed in. Sheets were dirty, towels were brown and disgusting. Paid $180 for the shittest accom ever. The guy had no idea. Spend your money elsewhere

Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026

Colonial Lodge Motel Geelong
Rydges Geelong

Rydges Geelong

4 out of 5
Cnr Gheringhap & Myers St Geelong VIC
The price is AU$169 per night from 23 Mar to 24 Mar
AU$169
23 Mar - 24 Mar
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! (1,011 reviews)
DIDN'T STAY

Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026

Rydges Geelong
Eden Oak Geelong

Eden Oak Geelong

4 out of 5
20 Adams Court East Geelong VIC
The price is AU$130 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
AU$130
15 Mar - 16 Mar
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! (497 reviews)
Breakfast, Pool all great. Clean through out. Two ideas for management to look at. 1. Closing laundry at 7pm, limiting on a days sightseeing and dinner completion. 2. When you check in the entrance circle full of cars, had to park 100m away on golf parking then walk in mostly darkness to front entrance ...

Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026

Eden Oak Geelong
Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong by IHG

Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong by IHG

4 out of 5
40 Ryrie Street Geelong VIC
Fully refundable
The price is AU$167 per night from 12 Apr to 13 Apr
AU$167
12 Apr - 13 Apr
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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (385 reviews)
Everything needed was there. Check in quick. Bar and restaurant was a bit limited choice wise and quite pricey. Was unable to redeem my 'drinks voucher' as part of my Hotels Rewards as bar staff advised only covers a small Furphy beer on tap, or a small "house " red or white. Would not even let me ...

Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026

Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong by IHG
Wyndham Resort Torquay

Wyndham Resort Torquay

4 out of 5
100 The Esplanade Torquay VIC
The price is AU$195 per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
AU$195
29 Mar - 30 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Torquay. Enjoy free parking, 2 outdoor pools and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
I didn’t use the pool. One night stay only

Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026

Wyndham Resort Torquay
Admiralty Inn

Admiralty Inn

3 out of 5
66 Mckillop Street Geelong VIC
The price is AU$148 per night from 16 Mar to 17 Mar
AU$148
16 Mar - 17 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Geelong. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
Nice spot

Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026

Admiralty Inn
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Other neighbourhoods around South Geelong

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
The big wheel on the waterfront.

Geelong Central

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

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.

#localgem

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
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
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Newcomb

Travellers like the shopping in Newcomb, and Bellarine Rail Trail is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Newcomb
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Grovedale

You'll enjoy the beaches and bars in Grovedale. You might want to make time for a stop at Waurn Ponds Shopping Centre or Leisurelink Aquatic & Recreation Centre.

Grovedale


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