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Hotels in Geelong 2026, Best Places to Stay in the Geelong Region
Geelong hotels guide 2026: the best waterfront hotels, CBD accommodation, boutique options and Bellarine Peninsula stays, where to stay in Geelong in 2026.
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Hotels in Geelong 2026, Overview
Geelong's hotel market has grown alongside the city's population and increasing profile as a destination city. The Waterfront precinct holds the city's premium hotels, while the CBD and the Bellarine Peninsula provide a range of accommodation options. visitgeelongbellarine.com.au
Top Hotels in Geelong
- Mercure Geelong, The Esplanade, Geelong. Geelong's landmark waterfront hotel on Corio Bay, the most prominent hotel address in the city. (03) 5221 6844. mercuregeelong.com.au
- Comfort Hotel Geelong, Gheringhap Street, Geelong CBD. Mid-market hotel in the city centre, close to the Geelong CBD and Waterfront.
- Quest Geelong, Ryrie Street, Geelong. Serviced apartment accommodation popular with business travellers and longer stays.
- Ibis Geelong, Collins Street, Geelong CBD. Affordable hotel option in the city centre.
Bellarine Peninsula Stays
The Bellarine Peninsula (30-45 minutes from Geelong) holds excellent boutique accommodation at Queenscliff, Portarlington and Barwon Heads. The Queenscliff Hotel and Vue Grand Hotel Queenscliff are among Victoria's most historic and charming country stays. queenscliff.com.au
Surf Coast, Torquay and Lorne
The Surf Coast (25-90 minutes from Geelong) holds outstanding beach accommodation, from the Cumberland Lorne Resort to boutique options in Aireys Inlet and Torquay. surfcoast.vic.gov.au
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