South Geelong Travel Guide
Geelong


Visit South Geelong
Popular places to visit

Spirit of Tasmania Ferry Terminal
Explore the waterfront in Geelong with a trip to Spirit of Tasmania Ferry Terminal. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area.

The Carousel
Enjoy an outing to The Carousel during your stay in Geelong. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in the area.

You Yangs Regional Park
You can take time to visit You Yangs Regional Park during your travels to Geelong. Amble around the area's parks or visit its casinos.

Eastern Beach Swimming Enclosure
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Eastern Beach Swimming Enclosure might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Waterfront Precinct. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its shops.
GMHBA Stadium
Catch an event at GMHBA Stadium during your trip to Geelong. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in the area.
Kardinia Park
Explore the great outdoors at Kardinia Park, a lovely green space in Geelong. Visit the area's shops or amble around its beautiful beaches.
Top hotels in South Geelong

Colonial Lodge Motel Geelong
Very close to the football stadium. The rooms are very quiet. As a light sleeper, this was a welcome relief.
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026

Rydges Geelong
Friendly, helpful staff. Clean facilities. Very filling and good range of foods for breakfast. Parking works well.
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026

Bayside Geelong Hotel & Apartments, an Ascend Collection Hotel
Lovely room, extremely comfortable bed, huge tv and nice bathroom. Important to note it is not designed for self-catering as all you get is tea making facilities, no microwave, plates or dishes etc. But there is a lovely restaurant downstairs, and room service. Underground parking is available but ...
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026

Eden Oak Geelong
Staff was unhelpful during check-in. Did not mention many things - i did not know that breakfast was provided and she was in a rush to get rid of me. No toothpaste or toiletries or microwave. Walls are thin, I could hear my neighbours clearly. Reception is a drive away from room which is not helpful. ...
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026

Wyndham Resort Torquay
Good location and nice rooms
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026

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

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

Belmont
Get to know Belmont by checking out its shopping, spas and river views. Consider a visit to nearby sights like Balyang Sanctuary or Little Creatures Brewery during your time in the area.

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

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.

Newtown
Unique features of Newtown include the restaurants and shopping. Make a stop by Balyang Sanctuary or The Heights Heritage House and Garden while you're exploring the area.

Newcomb
Travellers like the shopping in Newcomb, and Bellarine Rail Trail is a top attraction you might want to visit.
