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Rydges Geelong

4.0 star property

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Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed | Premium bedding, minibar, desk, blackout drapes
Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM, sun loungers
Room amenity
Meeting facility

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Bar
  • Gym
  • Room service

Explore the area

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Cnr Gheringhap & Myers St, Geelong, VIC, 3220
  • Geelong Performing Arts Center
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Kardinia Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • The Carousel
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Room options

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Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed | Premium bedding, minibar, desk, blackout drapes

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(37 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Room (Double Double) | Premium bedding, minibar, desk, blackout drapes

Superior Room (Double Double)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(29 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 1 King Bed, Bay View | Premium bedding, minibar, desk, blackout drapes

Room, 1 King Bed, Bay View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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One Bedroom Apartment | View from room

One Bedroom Apartment

  • 646 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Living area | 42-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels, TV

Studio Apartment

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, desk, blackout drapes

King Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, desk, blackout drapes

Bay View King Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, desk, blackout drapes

Superior Double Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, minibar, desk, blackout drapes

Superior Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About this property

Rydges Geelong

4-star Geelong hotel walkable to Geelong Performing Arts Center
An outdoor pool, a restaurant, and a fitness center are available at this smoke-free hotel. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a bar/lounge, conference space, and a children's pool.
Rydges Geelong offers 138 accommodations with minibars and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature premium bedding. 42-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium digital channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

An outdoor pool and a children's pool are on site. Other recreational amenities include a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

In addition to a children's pool, Rydges Geelong provides an outdoor pool and a fitness center. The hotel offers a restaurant. A bar/lounge is on site where guests can unwind with a drink. Wireless Internet access is complimentary.

This business-friendly hotel also offers multilingual staff, tour/ticket assistance, and concierge services. Limited onsite parking is offered on a first-come, first-served basis (surcharge), and a car charging station is available.

Rydges Geelong is a smoke-free property.

Buffet breakfasts are available for a surcharge on weekdays between 6:30 AM and 9:30 AM and on weekends between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.
Nautica Pool Bar/Kitchen - This bar specializes in local and international cuisine and serves dinner only. A children's menu is available. Happy hour is offered. Reservations are required.
Nautica Pool Bar/Kitchen - This restaurant serves breakfast and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Reservations are required. Open select days.
Late night fare is available from room service (during limited hours).

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Uncovered self parking on site (AUD 27 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; AUD 34 for adults and AUD 16 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Nautica Pool Bar/Kitchen
  • Nautica Pool Bar/Kitchen

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • Elevator

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with premium digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Late-night room service
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 12:30 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.50 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination
COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and up

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 50.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately AUD 34 for adults and AUD 16 for children
  • Uncovered self parking fee: AUD 27.00 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 50.0 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.50 percent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Geelong Mercure Hotel
Mercure Geelong
Rydges Geelong Hotel
Accor Geelong
Mercure Geelong Hotel Geelong
Rydges Geelong Hotel
Rydges Geelong Geelong
Rydges Geelong Hotel Geelong

Rydges Geelong Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 370 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 343 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 177 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 83 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 29 out of 1002 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall a really good stay. Property well maintained and very clean. Rooms spacious
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Gordon

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel in a good location well kept and friendly and helpful staff. A well run hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable but dated room needs refurbishment
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Kay

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed a relaxed time here especially the pool
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel. Spacious comfortable room with a very comfortable bed. Quiet and private. Great location. Affordable luxury. Highly recommended
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Andrew

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was good, the room was clean and quiet overnight
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Goran

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

ATHENA

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Sally

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable room and easy to walk to places
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Kirk

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
This place is a knockdown ! Revolting rooms - paint peeling off ceiling- holes in my door frame unrepaired and the most disgusting furniture! Stayed at better backpackers when I was a kid . I travel a lot for work. By far the worst hotel ever
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Siddharth H

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Best to avoid this hotel.

Stayed 1 night with my wife and daughter. At checkin, they mentioned that our booking had only 2 adults (and did not have 1 child mentioned) although I showed them the booking was clearly for 2 adults and 1 child. The manager upgraded us to a king bed room, but we still had to pay extra for the roll away bed for our daughter. The sofa bed in the room was filthy and dusty, so we couldn’t use that. The roll away bed they did send to the room must have had bed bugs because our daughter woke up with multiple itchy bug bites. Breakfast buffet was too busy because they are also the breakfast stop for the Liberty Hot air balloon rides, and the hotel (and the breakfast space) clearly can’t handle those many people. It was chaotic. Won’t be staying at this hotel ever again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

yenting

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

NOEL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Faye

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The only thing we didnt like was extra money for carpark
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Naveli

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Mylaine

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Brett

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Generally a good experience and good value for money.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracey

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely place to stay at. Comfortable bed, excellent dining and breakfast. You certainly do get what you pay for.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Alistair

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good overall
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dianna

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beds very comfortable and big room. Pool fantastic and Happy Hour great. Staff professional
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025