Staughton Vale Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

Ferry

Spirit of Tasmania Ferry Terminal

Explore the waterfront in Geelong with a trip to Spirit of Tasmania Ferry Terminal. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Spirit of Tasmania Ferry Terminal
Puddles reflecting the mountains and sky #hiking #wanderlust

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.

You Yangs Regional Park
Geelong Carousel and Eastern Beach panorama, Geelong, Victoria Australia, early morning.; Shutterstock ID 1346846348; Purchase Order: SP-2381; Order Number: SP-2381 STAYZ/VRBO/BOOKABACH Nov 2019 - Ima

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.

The Carousel
Walkway around the swimming enclosure

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.

Eastern Beach Swimming Enclosure

GMHBA Stadium

Catch an event at GMHBA Stadium during your trip to Geelong. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in the area.

GMHBA Stadium

Kardinia Park

Explore the great outdoors at Kardinia Park, a lovely green space in Geelong. Visit the area's shops or amble around its beautiful beaches.

Kardinia Park

Activities

The Q Train - Q Class Social Dining

The Q Train - Q Class Social Dining

AU$144
per adult
The Q Train - Q Class Social Dining
Melbourne Magic Show: Impossible Occurrences Ticket

Melbourne Magic Show: Impossible Occurrences Ticket

AU$40
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Melbourne Magic Show: Impossible Occurrences Ticket
Geelong Waterfront

Around the Bay Sightseeing and Bay Cruise

AU$189
per adult
Around the Bay Sightseeing and Bay Cruise
Learn to Surf at Ocean Grove on the Bellarine Peninsula

Learn to Surf at Ocean Grove on the Bellarine Peninsula

AU$84
per adult
Learn to Surf at Ocean Grove on the Bellarine Peninsula
The Q Train - First Class For 2 - Lunch

The Q Train - First Class Private Dining For 2

AU$199
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
The Q Train - First Class Private Dining For 2
Livewire

Surf Coast and Livewire Tour

AU$311
per adult
Surf Coast and Livewire Tour
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Our pick of the best Staughton Vale Hotel Deals

Bayside Geelong Hotel & Apartments, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Bayside Geelong Hotel & Apartments, an Ascend Collection Hotel

4.5 out of 5
13-15 The Esplanade Geelong VIC
The price is AU$225 per night from 2 Feb to 3 Feb
AU$225
2 Feb - 3 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Geelong. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Popular attractions Spirit of Tasmania Ferry Terminal and Rippleside ...
10/10 Exceptional! (20 reviews)
Clean, modern, staff waste fantastic. Everything you need.

Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026

Bayside Geelong Hotel & Apartments, an Ascend Collection Hotel
Belmercer Motel

Belmercer Motel

4 out of 5
12-14 Mercer Street Geelong VIC
The price is AU$149 per night from 8 Feb to 9 Feb
AU$149
8 Feb - 9 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly motel in Geelong. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8/10 Very Good! (987 reviews)
Great place to stay comfy bed very clean and large bathroom ! Staff amazing very accommodating

Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026

Belmercer Motel
Quest Geelong

Quest Geelong

4 out of 5
16-18 The Esplanade South Geelong VIC
The price is AU$159 per night from 4 Feb to 5 Feb
AU$159
4 Feb - 5 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Geelong. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (380 reviews)
All was fine

Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026

Quest Geelong
Best Western Geelong Motor Inn & Serviced Apartments

Best Western Geelong Motor Inn & Serviced Apartments

4 out of 5
30 Keera Street Geelong VIC
The price is AU$158 per night from 4 Feb to 5 Feb
AU$158
4 Feb - 5 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf hotel in Geelong. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (996 reviews)
Everything good but early morning a bit noisy cause near main road and rail way.

Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026

Best Western Geelong Motor Inn & Serviced Apartments
Mantra Melbourne Melton

Mantra Melbourne Melton

3.5 out of 5
2 Ferris Road Cobblebank VIC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$139 per night from 15 Feb to 16 Feb
AU$139
15 Feb - 16 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Melton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Tabcorp Park and Kororoit Creek K36 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (308 reviews)
Beautiful...love the stay..staff very pleasant

Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026

Mantra Melbourne Melton
Nightcap at Gateway Hotel

Nightcap at Gateway Hotel

3.5 out of 5
218-230 Princes Highway Corio VIC
The price is AU$151 per night from 2 Feb to 3 Feb
AU$151
2 Feb - 3 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Geelong. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Spirit of Tasmania Ferry Terminal and Waterworld are ...
7.8/10 Good! (347 reviews)
Exelant hotel very friendly staff good restaurant and good food. Would recommend the hotel to anyone.

Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026

Nightcap at Gateway Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Staughton Vale

Wildlife Wetlands Sanctuary is located in the open grassy woodlands and wetlands of the volcanic Western Plains in between Melbourne and Geelong, in Lara.

Lara

You'll enjoy the museums and parks in Lara. You might want to make time for a stop at You Yangs Regional Park or Serendip Sanctuary.

Lara
Eastern Beach and Corio Bay, Geelong, Victoria, Australia

Corio

You'll enjoy the restaurants and seaside views in Corio. You might want to make time for a stop at Beckley Park International Raceway or Corio Native Grasslands Reserve.

Corio
During the Australian International Airshow

Avalon

Though Avalon may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Lara Heritage and Historical Museum and Beckley Park International Raceway.

Avalon
The Geelong Waterfront is a tourist and recreation area on the north facing shores of Corio Bay. The area was once part of the Port of Geelong.

North Geelong

You'll enjoy the restaurants and spas in North Geelong. You might want to make time for a stop at Spirit of Tasmania Ferry Terminal or Geelong Golf Course.

North Geelong
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Geelong West

While there might not be top attractions in Geelong West, you can explore the larger area and discover places like 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

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