Geelong: our three hotels side by side

Our three hotel picks in Geelong side by side: guest score, reviews, stars, area and reference price per night.

	Budget Oaks R Suites Geelong	Best Value Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong by IHG	Luxury Novotel Geelong
Guest score	8.9/10	9.0/10	7.7/10
Reviews	1,468	3,159	1,760
Stars	★★★★	★★★★	★★★★
Area	10 Bellerine Street	40 Ryrie Street	Geelong waterfront
Reference price per night	€110	€125	€219
Guests like	Location: Walking distance to the waterfront, Westfield shopping centre, and local restaurants. Room Cleanliness: Tidy, well-maintained, and modern presentation throughout the apartments.	Location: Central and walkable to the waterfront, shops, and train station, often with scenic views. Staff: Friendly, professional team provide helpful service and a warm welcome.
Guests mention	Parking: Secure underground facility, though the layout and lift access can be confusing.	Value For Money: Reasonable room rates, although high parking fees reduce the overall value.
Good for	family, ac	family, gym, ac, breakfast

Which one?

Choose Oaks R Suites Geelong if price matters most, Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong by IHG for the best balance of score and price, and Novotel Geelong if you want the best-reviewed upscale stay.

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Prices are reference rates for a 2-night stay for 2 adults (10 to 12 Nov 2026), not live quotes. Scores and review counts are Booking.com snapshots from September 2026. Always check the current price before quoting it as today's.