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Our top choices for Rippleside hotels

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

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

Bayside Geelong Hotel & Apartments, an Ascend Collection Hotel
4.5 star property
Waterfront Precinct, 1.3 km from Rippleside
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (123 reviews)
"Very clean, nice staff. Restaurant was excellent. Great stay."
Australia
Ceylan
The price is AU$174
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Bayside Geelong Hotel & Apartments, an Ascend Collection Hotel
A modern hotel room with a sofa, two chairs, a small table, a TV, and a large window with a city view.

2. Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong by IHG

Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong by IHG
4.0 star property
Geelong Central, 2.7 km from Rippleside
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (441 reviews)
"Excellent location. Walk to shops, restaurants and arts precinct. Staff were extremely helpful and welcoming. Lovely atmosphere in young. Beds and pillows comfy. Had a lovely stay."
Australia
Marina
The price is AU$183
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong by IHG
An indoor swimming pool with a blue-lit water feature, a modern interior design with exposed ceilings and a view of the cityscape.

3. Crowne Plaza Geelong by IHG

Crowne Plaza Geelong by IHG
4.5 star property
Waterfront Precinct, 2.2 km from Rippleside
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (80 reviews)
"Fantastic location. Beautiful rooms clean and quiet."
Australia
Elizabeth
The price is AU$202
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Crowne Plaza Geelong by IHG
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.

4. Quest Geelong Central

Quest Geelong Central
4.0 star property
Geelong Central, 2.9 km from Rippleside
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (330 reviews)
"Accommodation was excellent, central to CBD, staff were welcoming and very informative. Will definitely stay again."
Australia
Maureen
The price is AU$179
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Quest Geelong Central
A family of three walking on a beach with waves.

5. Rydges Geelong

Rydges Geelong
4.0 star property
Geelong Central, 3 km from Rippleside
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Great budget friendly stay"
Australia
Stephanie
The price is AU$152
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Rydges Geelong
A balcony with a table set for two, a bottle of wine, and a bowl of fruit.

6. Oaks R Suites Geelong

Oaks R Suites Geelong
4.0 star property
Geelong Central, 2.8 km from Rippleside
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (872 reviews)
"Staff friendly, clean room"
Australia
Mark
The price is AU$199
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Oaks R Suites Geelong
A swimming pool with a clear reflection, surrounded by a well-maintained hedge and a modern building with a flat roof.

7. Admiralty Inn

Admiralty Inn
3.0 star property
Geelong Central, 3.4 km from Rippleside
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"Clean room and ample parking"
Australia
Lachlan
The price is AU$100
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
Admiralty Inn
A balcony with a view of the sea and marina, a sofa with a colorful pillow, and a painting on the wall.

8. Novotel Geelong

Novotel Geelong
4.0 star property
Waterfront Precinct, 2.4 km from Rippleside
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Amazing stay but renovations were happening and the pool area was part of this construction zone. Apart from this. Amazing."
Australia
Grant
The price is AU$203
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Novotel Geelong
A modern motel with a large garage and a visible sign for a car wash.

9. Belmercer Motel

Belmercer Motel
4.0 star property
Waterfront Precinct, 1.8 km from Rippleside
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Clean , great location and friendly staff"
Australia
Nadia
The price is AU$136
includes taxes & fees
23 Oct - 24 Oct
Belmercer Motel
A modern bathroom with a white sink, a large mirror with a circular light, and a wooden panel.

10. Kingsway Motel Geelong

Kingsway Motel Geelong
2.0 star property
Newtown, 2.7 km from Rippleside
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (159 reviews)
"Could not fault anything."
Australia
Roberta
The price is AU$121
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Kingsway Motel Geelong
A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by tropical plants and a modern building.

11. Eden Oak Geelong

Eden Oak Geelong
4.0 star property
East Geelong, 3.9 km from Rippleside
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (599 reviews)
"Great location, staff and food. Breakfast was substantial and yummy. Our room had been newly renovated and was clean with a very comfortable king size bed. Would stay there anytime."
Australia
Allan
The price is AU$124
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Eden Oak Geelong
A marina with numerous boats docked along a calm waterway, a bridge in the background, and a clear sky.

12. Best Western Geelong Motor Inn & Serviced Apartments

Best Western Geelong Motor Inn & Serviced Apartments
4.0 star property
Waterfront Precinct, 1.4 km from Rippleside
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Good memory."
Australia
lk
The price is AU$144
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
Best Western Geelong Motor Inn & Serviced Apartments
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

13. Eastern Sands City Centre

Eastern Sands City Centre
3.5 star property
Geelong Central, 2.8 km from Rippleside
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Great location and good price."
Australia
Bodine
The price is AU$115
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Eastern Sands City Centre
A modern hotel reception area with a wooden reception desk, a mounted television, and a view of the beach through a glass wall.

14. Quest Geelong

Quest Geelong
4.0 star property
Waterfront Precinct, 1.6 km from Rippleside
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (433 reviews)
"A good sized room bed was comfy a bit of road noise"
Australia
Julie
The price is AU$164
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Quest Geelong
A neatly made bed with a brown blanket, a white pillow, and a vase with dried flowers on a bedside table.

15. Anchor Geelong

Anchor Geelong
3.5 star property
Geelong Central, 3.3 km from Rippleside
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (384 reviews)
"Beautifully decorated, spotlessly clean, a comfortable bed and a great location. Perfect for our short stay in Geelong."
United Kingdom
Rebecca
The price is AU$150
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Anchor Geelong
A modern hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, and a view of the sea and a Ferris wheel.

16. Oaks Vue Suites Geelong

Oaks Vue Suites Geelong
4.5 star property
Geelong Central, 2.8 km from Rippleside
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,528 reviews)
"Great apartment, clean and comfortable."
Australia
Roni
The price is AU$199
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Oaks Vue Suites Geelong
A bathroom with a glass shower enclosure, a bathtub, and a tiled wall.

17. Rose Garden Motel

Rose Garden Motel
4.0 star property
Belmont, 5.9 km from Rippleside
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (556 reviews)
"Great place to stay Thanks to the team that look after the property"
Australia
Ken
The price is AU$125
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Rose Garden Motel
A reception desk with a variety of travel brochures and a membership certificate on the wall.

18. Rippleside Park Motor Inn

Rippleside Park Motor Inn
2.5 star property
0.6 km from Rippleside
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (407 reviews)
"Good clean, spacious room and close to a shopping area for groceries, cafes etc."
Australia
Helen
The price is AU$140
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Rippleside Park Motor Inn
A modern hotel room with a bed, a desk, and a chair.

19. Bay City Motel Geelong

Bay City Motel Geelong
4.0 star property
Geelong Central, 3 km from Rippleside
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (706 reviews)
"Convenient location - accessible walk from train station. A short stroll to Botanic Garden and water front. Thank you"
Australia
Anna
The price is AU$156
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Bay City Motel Geelong
A modern two-story building with a balcony, large windows, and a gated entrance.

20. Timber Door Luxury Accommodation Geelong

Timber Door Luxury Accommodation Geelong
4.0 star property
Geelong Central, 3 km from Rippleside
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (155 reviews)
"Location was great. Can walk to basically everything. They thought of everything."
Australia
Cassandra
The price is AU$212
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Timber Door Luxury Accommodation Geelong
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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.
Photo by Lee Dawson
Open Photo by Lee Dawson

Geelong Central

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

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.

A waterfront promenade with palm trees, a fountain, and a distant pier.
Photo by Donna McEachran
Open Photo by Donna McEachran

Waterfront Precinct

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

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.

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

Moolap

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

Top Rippleside Hotel Reviews

Recent Reviews in Rippleside

Wyndham Resort Torquay

Wyndham Resort Torquay

8/10 Good
"The property was across the road from the beach. A 15min stroll into the town centre. Excellent facilities for families with outdoor & indoor pools. Friendly staff"
Stefanie 2-night trip
Posted 18 hours ago
Wyndham Resort Torquay

Frequently asked questions

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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