Bayside Geelong Hotel & Apartments, an Ascend Collection Hotel
By the Top3Hotels editorial team. Based on Booking.com guest scores and reviews, location data and reference prices. We did not stay at this hotel. Updated 2026-10-24.
Bayside Geelong Hotel & Apartments, an Ascend Collection Hotel, is the easiest booking decision in Geelong: the highest guest score of our three picks at the lowest reference price. It suits travellers who want to be near the waterfront and ferry terminal, but drivers with tall or large vehicles should check parking first.
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This is our Luxury pick for Geelong, and it suits couples and families who want a waterfront base with a pool, gym and a breakfast option. Guests like how close it is to the ferry terminal, which helps if you are arriving or leaving by boat.
Skip it if you mainly want to be near the stadium or the basilica. It is the furthest of our three picks from both. Also be aware that the 9.2 score comes from 465 reviews, a smaller sample than the other two.
Location and getting around
The address is 13-15 The Esplanade, with a location score of 9.4. Beachfront is listed among the property facilities, and guests say it is close to the waterfront and the ferry terminal, with an easy walk into town.
Straight-line estimates put St Mary of the Angels Basilica about 2 km away, roughly 25 minutes on foot. Kardinia Park, the stadium, is 2.5 km, about 31 minutes, which is far enough that many people will prefer public transport or a taxi. Buckley Falls is 4.5 km, about 56 minutes, so plan on transport there too.
These times are not measured routes, so allow some margin.
What guests say
The rating is 9.2 out of 10 from 465 guest reviews, the best score among the three Geelong hotels we compared. Guests praise the location by the water and the staff, described as friendly, welcoming and professional.
Parking is the weak point. Guests say parking is available nearby, but the on-site option is expensive and has height and space limits. No exact price or height limit is confirmed in our data.
Price and what you get compared with our other picks
The reference price was €110.19 a night, about €220 for two nights, almost exactly on the sample median of €110.40. These are reference prices seen for a 2-night stay in November 2026 for 2 adults, not live quotes. Check today's price for your dates.
Oaks R Suites Geelong, our Budget pick, scored 8.9 at €110.40. Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong by IHG, our Best Value pick, scored 9.0 at €124.97. All three hold 4 stars, so in this sample you got the top score for the lowest rate.
Listed facilities include beachfront, a pool, gym, restaurant, terrace, family rooms, free Wi-Fi and air conditioning. Breakfast options are continental, buffet and breakfast to go. Whether breakfast is in your rate is not confirmed.
Why it made our top 3
We compared 3 eligible properties in Geelong. Five-star hotels get priority for the Luxury slot, and a four-star fallback must score at least 8.5. This official 4-star hotel cleared that bar comfortably with 9.2, the top score in the sample.
Before you book
Room size, noise, renovation condition, breakfast inclusion and cancellation terms have not been assessed. Read the room description and cancellation policy.
If you drive, ask about the on-site parking price and the height limit before arrival. Confirm pool and gym hours and any fees for your dates.
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Sold out? See available alternatives →Questions travellers ask
Is Bayside Geelong Hotel & Apartments on the waterfront?
Beachfront is listed among the facilities, and guests say it is close to the waterfront and the ferry terminal. Check the map for the exact position.
Is there parking at Bayside Geelong Hotel & Apartments?
There is on-site parking, but guests say it is expensive and has height and space limits. Parking is also available nearby. Confirm the price and height limit before you arrive.
Can I walk to Kardinia Park from the hotel?
It is about 2.5 km in a straight line, around 31 minutes on foot. That is far for many people, so consider public transport or a taxi.
Does Bayside Geelong Hotel & Apartments serve breakfast?
Continental, buffet and breakfast to go are listed. Whether breakfast is included depends on your rate, so check when booking.
How much does a night cost?
The reference price was €110.19 a night, seen for a 2-night stay in November 2026 for 2 adults. Check today's price for your dates.