Lara is a neighbourhood that travellers like for its parks and museums. Make sure that you visit You Yangs Regional Park and Kevin Hoffman Walk as part of your Lara travel plans.

What's a favourite hotel to stay in Lara?

Based on our traveller data, Lara Lodge is one of the top choices for your stay in Lara. This cabin offers free parking and private patios. Another good option for your stay in the neighbourhood is Sweet Dreams Retreat At Lara .

How many hotels should I expect to find in the Lara area?

Expedia has 8 Lara hotels and other accommodation options, and one might make a good home base for venturing out into the greater Geelong area.

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

Yes, you'll find most room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get the top deals on offer in Lara.

What is there to do around this Geelong neighbourhood?

Spend some time exploring the great outdoors at Kevin Hoffman Walk, Serendip Sanctuary and Six Ways Bell Park. You Yangs Regional Park and Lara Heritage and Historical Museum are some other stops worth a visit in the neighbourhood. Places you might want to visit in the area around Lara include Limeburners Lagoon Flora and Fauna Reserve and Elcho Park Golf Course. Make a stop at You Yangs and Avalon Coastal Reserve while you're sightseeing around the area.

How can I get around Lara and the greater Geelong area?

To venture out of town, take a train from Lara Station.

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1. Waurn Ponds Estate

Waurn Ponds, 23.2 km from Lara

Stuart

includes taxes & fees

4 July - 5 July

2. Werribee Motel and Apartment

25.4 km from Lara

includes taxes & fees

24 June - 25 June

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

Waterfront Precinct, 14.3 km from Lara

Tiffany

includes taxes & fees

18 June - 19 June

4. Crowne Plaza Geelong by IHG

Waterfront Precinct, 15 km from Lara

Hsin Wei

includes taxes & fees

15 June - 16 June

5. Abbotswood Motor Inn

Belmont, 20.4 km from Lara

Bradley

includes taxes & fees

7 June - 8 June

6. Geelong Surfcoast Hwy Holiday Park

Mount Duneed, 25.4 km from Lara

Helen

includes taxes & fees

22 June - 23 June

7. Mt Duneed Estate Winery

Waurn Ponds, 26.8 km from Lara

Kristy

includes taxes & fees

8 June - 9 June

8. Eden Oak Geelong

East Geelong, 15.3 km from Lara

Sharon

includes taxes & fees

9 June - 10 June

9. Aristocrat Waurnvale Motel

Waurn Ponds, 23.6 km from Lara

Oswald

includes taxes & fees

8 June - 9 June

10. Club Laverton Motel

34.5 km from Lara

Graham

includes taxes & fees

5 June - 6 June

Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

11. Torquay Tropicana Motel

35.1 km from Lara

Ruth

includes taxes & fees

22 June - 23 June

12. Boat Ramp Motel

28.6 km from Lara

Mark

includes taxes & fees

7 June - 8 June

13. Rose Garden Motel

Belmont, 18.7 km from Lara

Jessica

includes taxes & fees

9 June - 10 June

14. Barwon Heads Resort at 13th Beach

29.3 km from Lara

Darrin

includes taxes & fees

9 June - 10 June

15. Little River Bed & Breakfast

9.2 km from Lara

Nick

includes taxes & fees

5 June - 6 June

16. Nightcap at Gateway Hotel

Corio, 8.5 km from Lara

Kevin

includes taxes & fees

21 June - 22 June

17. Oaks Vue Suites Geelong

Geelong Central, 15.2 km from Lara

Philip

includes taxes & fees

7 June - 8 June

18. Colonial Lodge Motel Geelong

South Geelong, 17 km from Lara

Chris

includes taxes & fees

5 June - 6 June

19. 10BR birdwatch house Great Ocean Road

Leopold, 21.6 km from Lara

includes taxes & fees

7 June - 8 June

20. Parkside Motel Geelong

Belmont, 18 km from Lara

Nigel

includes taxes & fees

11 June - 12 June

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Our guide on where to stay in Lara

Find the best Lara areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Lara

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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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.

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Waterfront Precinct

If you're spending some time in Waterfront Precinct, Geelong Botanical Gardens and Eastern Beach Swimming Enclosure are top sights worth seeing.

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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 Geelong Golf Course and The Carousel.

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Armstrong Creek

While visiting Armstrong Creek, you might make a stop by sights like Armstrong Creek Public Purposes Reserve and Warralily Reserve.

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Top Lara Hotel Reviews

Eastern Sands City Centre

4/10 Poor

"Free parking"

Oaks R Suites Geelong

10/10 Excellent

"The apartment I stayed in was on the 7th floor and had an amazing view over the ocean and Eastern Beach. The apartment itself was very nice and spacious, the kitchen was great for making my own meals and everything was very clean. Location is great; less than 10 min walk to Westfield and various restaurants, and same distance towards the beach for a nice walk. Staff was very nice and helpful. Would definitely recommend staying here."

Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"I recently spent 3 nights at Holiday Inn Geelong and had a fantastic stay. The food and cocktails were absolutely delicious, the service was warm, friendly and welcoming, and the rooms were spotless, fresh and serviced beautifully each day. The whole experience was comfortable and enjoyable from start to finish. A big thank you to the team for making my stay so pleasant. I’ll definitely be back!"

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Our top choices for Lara hotels

1. Waurn Ponds Estate

2. Werribee Motel and Apartment

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

4. Crowne Plaza Geelong by IHG

5. Abbotswood Motor Inn

6. Geelong Surfcoast Hwy Holiday Park

7. Mt Duneed Estate Winery

8. Eden Oak Geelong

9. Aristocrat Waurnvale Motel

10. Club Laverton Motel

11. Torquay Tropicana Motel

12. Boat Ramp Motel

13. Rose Garden Motel

14. Barwon Heads Resort at 13th Beach

15. Little River Bed & Breakfast

16. Nightcap at Gateway Hotel

17. Oaks Vue Suites Geelong

18. Colonial Lodge Motel Geelong

19. 10BR birdwatch house Great Ocean Road

20. Parkside Motel Geelong

Our guide on where to stay in Lara

Geelong Central

Belmont

Waterfront Precinct

Geelong West

Armstrong Creek

Top Lara Hotel Reviews

Eastern Sands City Centre

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