When is the best time to go to Rippleside?

The best time to visit Rippleside, Victoria, is between November and March, when the weather is warm and sunny, making it ideal for enjoying the coastal activities and local attractions. During these months, you'll experience average temperatures ranging from 20°C to 26°C, great for a day at Rippleside Beach or a stroll along the waterfront. This period also coincides with the peak of local events and outdoor festivals in the wider Geelong area, offering more options for entertainment and cultural experiences. For travellers looking to avoid the busiest crowds and still enjoy pleasant weather, the shoulder months of November and March are particularly good. You'll find the climate comfortable for exploring without the larger tourist numbers that might be present in the height of summer (December to February).

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Many Expedia hotel reservations are refundable, provided that you cancel before the hotel’s cancellation deadline − this is often within 24 to 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable booking, it might still be possible to receive a refund if you cancel it within 24 hours of booking. Be sure to check your booking confirmation for the exact cancellation policy. For maximum flexibility, use our ‘Fully refundable property’ filter during your search to find the right Rippleside hotel for you.

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A modern hotel room with a sofa, two chairs, a small table, a TV, and a large window with a city view.

1. Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong by IHG

Geelong Central, 2.7 km from Rippleside

Peter

includes taxes & fees

29 Nov - 30 Nov

A modern living room with a sofa, dining table, and chairs. There is a TV mounted on the wall and a window with a view of the city.

2. Quest Geelong Central

Geelong Central, 2.9 km from Rippleside

Maureen

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A room with a sofa, a dining table with chairs, a lamp, and a painting.

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

Waterfront Precinct, 1.3 km from Rippleside

Sarah

includes taxes & fees

2 Dec - 3 Dec

A balcony with a table set for two, a bottle of wine, and a bowl of fruit.

4. Oaks R Suites Geelong

Geelong Central, 2.8 km from Rippleside

Darcelle

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A modern reception area with a wooden ceiling, a reception desk, and a seating area with chairs and a sofa.

5. Rydges Geelong

Geelong Central, 3 km from Rippleside

Bianca

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

An indoor swimming pool with a blue-lit water feature, a modern interior design with exposed ceilings and a view of the cityscape.

6. Crowne Plaza Geelong by IHG

Waterfront Precinct, 2.2 km from Rippleside

Elizabeth

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A modern motel with a large garage and a visible sign for a car wash.

7. Belmercer Motel

Waterfront Precinct, 1.8 km from Rippleside

Dean

includes taxes & fees

12 Nov - 13 Nov

A swimming pool with a clear reflection, surrounded by a well-maintained hedge and a modern building with a flat roof.

8. Admiralty Inn

Geelong Central, 3.4 km from Rippleside

Rick

includes taxes & fees

24 Nov - 25 Nov

A balcony with a view of the sea and marina, a sofa with a colorful pillow, and a painting on the wall.

9. Novotel Geelong

Waterfront Precinct, 2.4 km from Rippleside

Natasha

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

An indoor swimming pool with a hot tub area, surrounded by brick walls and large windows.

10. Best Western Geelong Motor Inn & Serviced Apartments

Waterfront Precinct, 1.4 km from Rippleside

Glenda

includes taxes & fees

6 Dec - 7 Dec

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by tropical plants and a modern building.

11. Eden Oak Geelong

East Geelong, 3.9 km from Rippleside

Allan

includes taxes & fees

12 Nov - 13 Nov

A modern hotel reception area with a wooden reception desk, a mounted television, and a view of the beach through a glass wall.

12. Quest Geelong

Waterfront Precinct, 1.6 km from Rippleside

Louisa

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

13. Eastern Sands City Centre

Geelong Central, 2.8 km from Rippleside

Bodine

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A modern hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, and a view of the sea and a Ferris wheel.

14. Oaks Vue Suites Geelong

Geelong Central, 2.8 km from Rippleside

Roni

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinetry, a marble countertop, and a small potted plant.

15. Parkside Motel Geelong

Belmont, 5.1 km from Rippleside

Michelle

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A neatly made bed with a brown blanket, a white pillow, and a vase with dried flowers on a bedside table.

16. Anchor Geelong

Geelong Central, 3.3 km from Rippleside

Rebecca

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A motel with a green lawn, a rose garden, and a covered parking area.

17. Rose Garden Motel

Belmont, 5.9 km from Rippleside

Lynne

includes taxes & fees

12 Nov - 13 Nov

A modern bathroom with a white sink, a large mirror with a circular light, and a wooden panel.

18. Kingsway Motel Geelong

Newtown, 2.7 km from Rippleside

Lisa

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A modern building with a glass facade, a sign for 'Transport Accident Commission,' and a green awning with the number '60' on the ground floor.

19. Bay City Motel Geelong

Geelong Central, 3 km from Rippleside

Anna

includes taxes & fees

12 Nov - 13 Nov

A two-story building with a balcony, a staircase leading to the entrance, and a hedge in front.

20. Sphinx Hotel Motel

North Geelong, 1.4 km from Rippleside

Sharni

includes taxes & fees

12 Nov - 13 Nov

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Property	Property class	Guest rating
Bayside Geelong Hotel & Apartments, an Ascend Collection Hotel	4.5 star property	9.6 Exceptional 128 reviews	View
Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong by IHG	4.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 444 reviews	View
Oaks R Suites Geelong	4.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 877 reviews	View
Quest Geelong Central	4.0 star property	9.8 Exceptional 332 reviews	View
Anchor Geelong	3.5 star property	9.6 Exceptional 385 reviews	View

Our guide on where to stay in Rippleside

Find the best Rippleside areas for the activities you enjoy most.

A calm waterfront at night with illuminated buildings and a pier reflecting in the water.

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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A sunset over a grassy field with a prominent tree and a rock formation.

Mount Duneed

While visiting Mount Duneed, you might make a stop by sights like Narana Aboriginal Cultural Centre and Conewarre K47 Streamside Reserve.

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A waterfront promenade with palm trees, a fountain, and a distant pier.

Waterfront Precinct

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

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A waterfront promenade with modern architecture, including a glass building and a sculpture garden with large stone sculptures.

Belmont

Get to know Belmont by checking out its shopping, spas and river views. Consider a visit to nearby sights like GMHBA Stadium or Geelong Showground during your time in the area.

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Moolap

While Moolap isn't home to many top sights, Mill Markets and Bellarine Rail Trail are some notable places to visit nearby.

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Ingenia Holidays Torquay

8/10 Good

"Stayed in a motel room this time. It was small but had a great kitchen and good bathroom. Bedroom area was a bit squishy but bed was really comfortable, pillows a bit too plump and I suggest changing to two plump ones and two less plump. Sofa in lounge area was old, low and extremely uncomfortable. Verandah and outdoor furniture was fabulous. Love this park and will be back but maybe a different style of room. Previously we stayed in our campervan and always love the park. Did notice the amenity block has been renovated and it's really fresh and lovely. See you next time. 😃"

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2. Quest Geelong Central

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

4. Oaks R Suites Geelong

5. Rydges Geelong

6. Crowne Plaza Geelong by IHG

7. Belmercer Motel

8. Admiralty Inn

9. Novotel Geelong

10. Best Western Geelong Motor Inn & Serviced Apartments

11. Eden Oak Geelong

12. Quest Geelong

13. Eastern Sands City Centre

14. Oaks Vue Suites Geelong

15. Parkside Motel Geelong

16. Anchor Geelong

17. Rose Garden Motel

18. Kingsway Motel Geelong

19. Bay City Motel Geelong

20. Sphinx Hotel Motel

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