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Our top choices for Lara hotels

A bar area with a counter, shelves of liquor bottles, a refrigerator, and a seating area with tables and chairs.

1. Nightcap at Gateway Hotel

Nightcap at Gateway Hotel
3.5 star property
Corio, 8.5 km from Lara
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (364 reviews)
"Clean room great parking the area was ain a great position and very quiet area"
Australia
Jennifer
The price is RM349
RM383 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Nightcap at Gateway Hotel
A tree in front of a white building with a white picket fence.

2. Little River Bed & Breakfast

Little River Bed & Breakfast
4.0 star property
9.2 km from Lara
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (215 reviews)
"Great location near You Yangs and Avalon Airport. Great country Pub right next door. The room was clean and comfortable. We opted for the inclusive continental breakfast, which was generous and met our needs. A lovely old building with some great history. A great find!"
Australia
Peter
The price is RM460
RM506 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Little River Bed & Breakfast
A balcony with a table set for two, a bottle of wine, and a bowl of fruit.

3. Oaks R Suites Geelong

Oaks R Suites Geelong
4.0 star property
Geelong Central, 15.2 km from Lara
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (876 reviews)
"Beautiful view of ocean, we stayed in room 805, we had view of park and ocean.great location."
Australia
Darcelle
The price is RM514
RM565 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Oaks R Suites Geelong
A modern hotel reception area with a wooden reception desk, a mounted television, and a view of the beach through a glass wall.

4. Quest Geelong

Quest Geelong
4.0 star property
Waterfront Precinct, 14.5 km from Lara
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (435 reviews)
"Great location. Perfect size for family of 4 and parking available"
Australia
Craig
The price is RM374
RM412 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Quest Geelong
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

Novotel Geelong
4.0 star property
Waterfront Precinct, 15 km from Lara
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 RM525
RM578 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Novotel Geelong
A modern reception area with a wooden ceiling, a reception desk, and a seating area with chairs and a sofa.

6. Rydges Geelong

Rydges Geelong
4.0 star property
Geelong Central, 15.8 km from Lara
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Great budget friendly stay"
Australia
Stephanie
The price is RM393
RM432 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Rydges Geelong
A room with a sofa, a dining table with chairs, a lamp, and a painting.

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

Bayside Geelong Hotel & Apartments, an Ascend Collection Hotel
4.5 star property
Waterfront Precinct, 14.3 km from Lara
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (126 reviews)
"Very clean, nice staff. Restaurant was excellent. Great stay."
Australia
Ceylan
The price is RM450
RM495 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Nov - 27 Nov
Bayside Geelong Hotel & Apartments, an Ascend Collection Hotel
A garden pathway leading to a building with outdoor seating and air conditioning units.

8. Parkwood Motel and Apartments

Parkwood Motel and Apartments
3.5 star property
14.1 km from Lara
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (320 reviews)
"Nice and quiet with garden view and close to The Sphinx hotel for meals. Older style rooms but comfortable."
Australia
Rachael
The price is RM442
RM486 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Dec - 6 Dec
Parkwood Motel and Apartments
An indoor swimming pool with a hot tub area, surrounded by brick walls and large windows.

9. Best Western Geelong Motor Inn & Serviced Apartments

Best Western Geelong Motor Inn & Serviced Apartments
4.0 star property
Waterfront Precinct, 14.4 km from Lara
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"We enjoyed our stay. We had a large room. The manager was very obliging and helpful. An added bonus was the indoor pool and spa which we used. The only downside was that it was close to a busy road and noisy when sleeping."
Australia
Glenda
The price is RM349
RM384 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
Best Western Geelong Motor Inn & Serviced Apartments
An indoor swimming pool with a blue-lit water feature, a modern interior design with exposed ceilings and a view of the cityscape.

10. Crowne Plaza Geelong by IHG

Crowne Plaza Geelong by IHG
4.5 star property
Waterfront Precinct, 15 km from Lara
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (84 reviews)
"Fantastic location. Beautiful rooms clean and quiet."
Australia
Elizabeth
The price is RM574
RM574 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Crowne Plaza Geelong by IHG
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, 15.3 km from Lara
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (603 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 RM347
RM382 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
Eden Oak Geelong
A modern hotel room with a sofa, two chairs, a small table, a TV, and a large window with a city view.

12. Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong by IHG

Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong by IHG
4.0 star property
Geelong Central, 15.6 km from Lara
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (443 reviews)
"Great location, walkable, clean, nice staff."
United States
Brandi
The price is RM427
RM469 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong by IHG
A modern hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, and a view of the sea and a Ferris wheel.

13. Oaks Vue Suites Geelong

Oaks Vue Suites Geelong
4.5 star property
Geelong Central, 15.2 km from Lara
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,529 reviews)
"Great apartment, clean and comfortable."
Australia
Roni
The price is RM514
RM565 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Oaks Vue Suites Geelong
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.

14. Quest Geelong Central

Quest Geelong Central
4.0 star property
Geelong Central, 15.7 km from Lara
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (332 reviews)
"Accommodation was excellent, central to CBD, staff were welcoming and very informative. Will definitely stay again."
Australia
Maureen
The price is RM479
RM527 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
Quest Geelong Central
A two-story building with a balcony, a staircase leading to the entrance, and a hedge in front.

15. Sphinx Hotel Motel

Sphinx Hotel Motel
4.0 star property
North Geelong, 13.9 km from Lara
7.2 out of 10, Good, (529 reviews)
"Amazing stay"
Australia
Sharni
The price is RM505
RM555 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Sphinx Hotel Motel
A reception desk with a bulletin board, framed artwork, and a clock on the wall.

16. Rippleside Park Motor Inn

Rippleside Park Motor Inn
2.5 star property
13.6 km from Lara
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (408 reviews)
"The gentleman at the front desk was so lovely to chat with. The room was great and close to beach and other things to see n do"
Australia
donna
The price is RM387
RM426 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Rippleside Park Motor Inn
A modern motel with a large garage and a visible sign for a car wash.

17. Belmercer Motel

Belmercer Motel
4.0 star property
Waterfront Precinct, 14.7 km from Lara
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Mattress seemed very firm Staff very helpful rooms clean and tidy We would stay again"
Australia
Dean
The price is RM369
RM406 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Belmercer Motel
A neatly made bed with a brown blanket, a white pillow, and a vase with dried flowers on a bedside table.

18. Anchor Geelong

Anchor Geelong
3.5 star property
Geelong Central, 15.7 km from Lara
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (385 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 RM365
RM434 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Anchor Geelong
A swimming pool with a clear reflection, surrounded by a well-maintained hedge and a modern building with a flat roof.

19. Admiralty Inn

Admiralty Inn
3.0 star property
Geelong Central, 16.1 km from Lara
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,003 reviews)
"Budget friendly hotel close to City Centre"
Australia
Rick
The price is RM216
RM237 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Admiralty Inn
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

20. Eastern Sands City Centre

Eastern Sands City Centre
3.5 star property
Geelong Central, 15.2 km from Lara
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Great location and good price."
Australia
Bodine
The price is RM345
RM380 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Eastern Sands City Centre
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Compare popular hotels in Lara

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A room with a sofa, a dining table with chairs, a lamp, and a painting.
Bayside Geelong Hotel & Apartments, an Ascend Collection Hotel
4.5 star property
9.6
Exceptional
126 reviews
View
A tree in front of a white building with a white picket fence.
Little River Bed & Breakfast
4.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
215 reviews
View
A modern hotel reception area with a wooden reception desk, a mounted television, and a view of the beach through a glass wall.
Quest Geelong
4.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
435 reviews
View
A balcony with a table set for two, a bottle of wine, and a bowl of fruit.
Oaks R Suites Geelong
4.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
876 reviews
View
A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by tropical plants and a modern building.
Eden Oak Geelong
4.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
603 reviews
View

Hotels recommended for families in Lara

A bar area with a counter, shelves of liquor bottles, a refrigerator, and a seating area with tables and chairs.

Nightcap at Gateway Hotel

Nightcap at Gateway Hotel
3.5 star property
Corio
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (364)
The price is RM349
RM383 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Nightcap at Gateway Hotel

Where to stay in Lara

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

Rydges Geelong

Rydges Geelong

10/10 Excellent
"Staff at reception were friendly and helpful on arrival"
Bianca 1-night trip
Posted 8 hours ago
Rydges Geelong

Frequently asked questions

What is Lara like?
Lara is a neighbourhood that travellers like for its parks and museums. Make sure that you visit Serendip Sanctuary and You Yangs Regional Park as part of your Lara travel plans.
What's a favourite hotel to stay in Lara?
Based on our traveller data, Sweet Dreams Retreat At Lara is one of the top choices for your stay in Lara. This guest house offers free parking and private balconies.
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 Serendip Sanctuary, Kevin Hoffman Walk 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 Waterworld 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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