South Geelong

Geelong

The historic building of Queenscliff South Pier against the blue ocean on a sunny day. Victoria, Australia. The pier is a prominent tourist attraction and recreational fishing area in the coastal town
The historic building of Queenscliff South Pier against the blue ocean on a sunny day. Victoria, Australia. The pier is a prominent tourist attraction and recreational fishing area in the coastal town
Walking distance from the South Geelong train station, the Little Creatures Brewery is a fun place to spend the day. It's like the Willy Wonka factory for beer lovers! White Rabbit is also on the premises. #SMDdoesOZ #Geelong #Australia

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Top hotels in South Geelong

Colonial Lodge Motel Geelong

Colonial Lodge Motel Geelong

3 out of 5
57 Fyans Street South Geelong VIC
The price is RM403 per night from 2 Mar to 3 Mar
RM403
RM443 total
2 Mar - 3 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Geelong. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Popular attractions Spirit of Tasmania Ferry Terminal and GMHBA Stadium ...
5.6/10 (363 reviews)
The staff were very nice would stay again

Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026

Colonial Lodge Motel Geelong
Rydges Geelong

Rydges Geelong

4 out of 5
Cnr Gheringhap & Myers St Geelong VIC
The price is RM478 per night from 2 Mar to 3 Mar
RM478
RM526 total
2 Mar - 3 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Geelong. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
The beds were so comfortable my husband and I loved them. Hotel was quiet and very clean , I didn't hear other guests. Nice pool although we didn't use due to not quiet being warm enough for us. Buffet breakfast very enjoyable. Parking available. Shops are closed by and a IGA just around the corner. ...

Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026

Rydges Geelong
Admiralty Inn

Admiralty Inn

3 out of 5
66 Mckillop Street Geelong VIC
The price is RM383 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
RM383
RM421 total
15 Mar - 16 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Geelong. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
Nice and cosy

Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026

Admiralty Inn
Eden Oak Geelong

Eden Oak Geelong

4 out of 5
20 Adams Court East Geelong VIC
The price is RM361 per night from 3 Mar to 4 Mar
RM361
RM397 total
3 Mar - 4 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Geelong. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (496 reviews)
Every single staff member I came across during my stay was fantastic.

Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026

Eden Oak Geelong
Wyndham Resort Torquay

Wyndham Resort Torquay

4 out of 5
100 The Esplanade Torquay VIC
The price is RM491 per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
RM491
RM540 total
29 Mar - 30 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Torquay. Enjoy free parking, 2 outdoor pools and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
Where do I start. The mould on the bathroom ceiling, the shower water ends up pooling on the bathroom floor (water hits the shower screen and drains into the tiled hob and this overflows onto the floor), the tv turned on both mornings at 7am waking us up, there were crumbs all over one of the couches ...

Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026

Wyndham Resort Torquay
Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong by IHG

Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong by IHG

4 out of 5
40 Ryrie Street Geelong VIC
The price is RM436 per night from 9 Mar to 10 Mar
RM436
RM479 total
9 Mar - 10 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Geelong. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (382 reviews)
Room was lovely and clean, amenities were everything we needed.

Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026

Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong by IHG
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Other neighbourhoods around South Geelong

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Breakwater

While Breakwater isn't home to many top sights, Geelong Showground and GMHBA Stadium are some notable places to visit nearby.

Breakwater
Belmont Common is one of my favourite birdwatching areas in Geelong. There is a bird hide at Jerringot Wildlife Research. You get a lot of waterbirds in the area and also the occasional bird of prey. It's well known for crakes, rails and lathams snipe. #localgem

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.

Belmont
The big wheel on the waterfront.

Geelong Central

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

Geelong Central
When the tide is low, you can see the remains of the lime kilns. You can see them on the Stingaree Bay side of Eastern Park. They are reinforced with steel.

#localgem

East Geelong

You'll enjoy the beaches and gardens in East Geelong. You might want to make time for a stop at Geelong Botanical Gardens or Eastern Beach Swimming Enclosure.

East Geelong
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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Grovedale

You'll enjoy the beaches and bars in Grovedale. You might want to make time for a stop at Waurn Ponds Shopping Centre or Leisurelink Aquatic & Recreation Centre.

Grovedale


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