What's it like in Waterfront Precinct?

Travellers will be sure to enjoy their time in Geelong's Waterfront Precinct neighbourhood. Are you looking for Waterfront Precinct travel tips? Make sure that you visit Eastern Beach Swimming Enclosure and Eastern Beach while you're in the neighbourhood.

What's a favourite place to stay in Waterfront Precinct?

Based on our traveller data, Bayside Geelong Hotel & Apartments, an Ascend Collection Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay in Waterfront Precinct. This hotel offers a restaurant and an indoor pool. Other good options for your stay in the area include Eden Oak Geelong and Oaks R Suites Geelong .

How many hotels are there in the Waterfront Precinct area?

If you're searching for places to stay in Geelong, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 47 Waterfront Precinct hotels and other accommodation options to choose from.

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

Yes, the majority of hotel bookings are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review the best deals in Waterfront Precinct.

What is there to do around this Geelong neighbourhood?

Spend some time exploring the great outdoors at Geelong Botanical Gardens, Steampacket Gardens and Rippleside Park. Eastern Beach Swimming Enclosure and Eastern Beach are some other stops worth a visit in the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around Waterfront Precinct include Mill Markets, Bellarine Rail Trail and Giant Sky Wheel. When you're sightseeing in Geelong, Geelong Showground and Old Geelong Gaol are also worth a stop.

How can I get around Waterfront Precinct and the greater Geelong area?

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

Waterfront Precinct Hotels: Cheap Accommodation in Waterfront Precinct

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Our top choices for Waterfront Precinct hotels

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

1. Eden Oak Geelong

Waterfront Precinct

Brian

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

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

2. Oaks R Suites Geelong

Waterfront Precinct

Jan

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

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

3. Eastern Sands City Centre

Waterfront Precinct

Jodie

includes taxes & fees

11 Sept - 12 Sept

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

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

Waterfront Precinct

Samantha

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

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

5. Novotel Geelong

Waterfront Precinct

Grant

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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

Ben

includes taxes & fees

17 Sept - 18 Sept

A modern hotel room with a bed, a desk, and a chair.

7. Bay City Motel Geelong

Waterfront Precinct

Charmaine

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

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

8. Quest Geelong

Waterfront Precinct

Suzanne

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

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

9. Belmercer Motel

Waterfront Precinct

Geoffrey

includes taxes & fees

24 Sept - 25 Sept

A reception desk with a variety of travel brochures and a membership certificate on the wall.

10. Rippleside Park Motor Inn

Waterfront Precinct

Greg

includes taxes & fees

8 Sept - 9 Sept

A marina with numerous boats docked along a calm waterway, a bridge in the background, and a clear sky.

11. Best Western Geelong Motor Inn & Serviced Apartments

Waterfront Precinct

Carol

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

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

12. Oaks Vue Suites Geelong

Waterfront Precinct

Jason

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A marina with boats, a lighthouse, and a building with a dome and flag.

13. Waterfront By Gold Star Stays

Waterfront Precinct

Kelvin

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A family of three walking on a beach with waves.

14. Rydges Geelong

Geelong Central, 5.2 km from Waterfront Precinct

Stephanie

includes taxes & fees

11 Sept - 12 Sept

15. Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong by IHG

Geelong Central, 5.3 km from Waterfront Precinct

Tony

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

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

16. Admiralty Inn

Geelong Central, 4.9 km from Waterfront Precinct

Alice

includes taxes & fees

9 Sept - 10 Sept

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

17. Anchor Geelong

Geelong Central, 4.2 km from Waterfront Precinct

Jeremy

includes taxes & fees

8 Sept - 9 Sept

A swimming pool with two people swimming, surrounded by lounge chairs and palm trees.

18. Geelong Holiday Park

Belmont, 6 km from Waterfront Precinct

John

includes taxes & fees

9 Sept - 10 Sept

A bathroom with a glass shower enclosure, a bathtub, and a tiled wall.

19. Rose Garden Motel

Belmont, 6.3 km from Waterfront Precinct

Ken

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A buffet area with various food options and a person serving food.

20. Nightcap at Gateway Hotel

Corio, 9 km from Waterfront Precinct

Etienne

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

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Compare popular hotels in Waterfront Precinct

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Bayside Geelong Hotel & Apartments, an Ascend Collection Hotel	4.5 star property	9.8 Exceptional 107 reviews	View
Crowne Plaza Geelong by IHG	4.5 star property	9.6 Exceptional 64 reviews	View
Eden Oak Geelong	4.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 582 reviews	View
Oaks R Suites Geelong	4.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 858 reviews	View
Quest Geelong	4.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 427 reviews	View

Our guide on where to stay in Waterfront Precinct

Find the best Waterfront Precinct areas for the activities you enjoy most.

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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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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 sign about Jerringtong Wildlife Reserve, including a map and information on waterbirds.

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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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.

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