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Rydges Geelong

4.0 star property
Hotel with outdoor pool, near Geelong Performing Arts Center

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Lobby
Beach nearby
Serves dinner and happy hour
Exterior
One Bedroom Apartment | View from room

Reviews

7.8 out of 10

Good

Popular amenities

  • Electric vehicle charging point
  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • Pool
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Gym

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Fitness centre
  • Self parking
  • Children's pool
  • Room service
  • Meeting rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Front desk safe

For families (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Children's pool
  • Fridge
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Daily housekeeping
The price is NZ$191
includes taxes & fees
19 Dec - 20 Dec

Room options

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Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 30 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Room (Double Double)

Superior Room (Double Double)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 30 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 1 King Bed, Bay View

Room, 1 King Bed, Bay View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 30 sq m
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Room | View from room

Family Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 45 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed

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One Bedroom Apartment | View from room

One Bedroom Apartment

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
  • 60 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Map
Cnr Gheringhap & Myers St, Geelong, VIC, 3220

What's nearby

  • Geelong Performing Arts Center - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Kardinia Park - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Westfield Geelong - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Deakin University - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • The Carousel - 15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon) - 21 min drive
  • North Shore Station - 7 min drive
  • Marshall Station - 12 min drive
  • South Geelong Station - 15 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪James Street Bakery & Cafe - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Manhattan Bar - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Khan Curry Hut Indian Restaurant - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Caruggi - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Yanji Dumplings - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Rydges Geelong

Rydges Geelong puts you within a 10-minute drive of Spirit of Tasmania Ferry Terminal. After visiting the fitness centre for a workout, you can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. An outdoor pool and a children's pool are other highlights. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff.

Languages

English

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 138 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

  • 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 time is 11 AM
  • Late check-out subject to availability

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions

Special check-in instructions

  • The property charges 1.50 per cent for credit card payments
  • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
  • 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 older

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

  • Up to 2 children (12 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding

Pets

  • Pets not allowed

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • Uncovered on-site self-parking (AUD 27.00 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • On-site parking is limited
  • Electric vehicle charging point on site

Other information

  • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) 6:30 AM–9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM–10:00 AM on weekends
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Room service (late night)

Travelling with children

  • Children stay for free (see details)
  • Children's pool
  • Children's menu

What to do

  • Beach nearby
  • Use of nearby fitness centre
  • Bike rentals nearby
  • Golf lessons nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Skydiving nearby

Working away

  • Meeting rooms
  • Conference space

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Pool loungers

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Television in common areas
  • Fitness centre
  • An outdoor pool
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Lift

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV
  • Premium digital channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Blackout curtains
  • Premium bedding

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Bath or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Fridge

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Special features

Dining

Nautica Pool Bar/Kitchen – This bar specialises in local and international cuisine and only serves dinner. 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 selected days.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately AUD 34 for adults and AUD 16 for children
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 1.50 per cent

Renovations and closures

The following facilities or services will be unavailable from December 13 2024 to December 28 2024 (dates subject to change):
  • Swimming pool

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for AUD 50.0 per night

Parking

  • Uncovered self-parking costs AUD 27.00 per night with in/out privileges

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM

Policies

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Cashless transactions are available.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

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

Frequently asked questions

Does Rydges Geelong offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Rydges Geelong does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Rydges Geelong?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool and a children's pool. Guests have pool access from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM. The swimming pool will be unavailable from December 13 2024 to December 28 2024 (dates subject to change).
Are pets allowed at Rydges Geelong?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Rydges Geelong?
Yes. Self-parking costs AUD 27.00 per night. Parking spaces may be limited. Electric car charging is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Rydges Geelong?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 12:30 AM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability).
What is there to do at Rydges Geelong and nearby?
Have fun with activities such as cycling, hiking and sailing, and practise your swing at the nearby golf course. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include a fitness centre.
Are there restaurants at or near Rydges Geelong?
Yes, Nautica Pool Bar/Kitchen offers local and international cuisine.
What's the area around Rydges Geelong like?
Rydges Geelong is in the heart of Geelong, a short 4-minute walk from Geelong Performing Arts Center and 7 minutes' walk from Kardinia Park.

Rydges Geelong Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Rebecca, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

John, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Afsaneh, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Patricia, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Andrew, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

4/10 Fair

Pro: The room was exceptionally clean and tidy, looks modern. We didn’t book breakfast but the dining area looks lovely. Cons: Staff were polite but seemed they were too busy/disinterested. The shower pressure was pathetic, like a dribble, the hand basin had better pressure. No climate control in the rooms so it was quite hot overnight. Overall - it was adequate for the overnight stay we needed but it wasn’t worth the cost of the room and didn’t live up to the standard we’ve had from Rydges chain in the past.
Abigail, 1-night romance trip
Verified Wotif guest review

10/10 Exceptional

such a good location to be able to walk everywhere. staff were so lovely
Charli, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Wotif guest review

4/10 Fair

Jess, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The hotel is an easy walkable distance from GMHBA Stadium.
Lisa, 1-night family trip
Verified Wotif guest review

8/10 Very good

poor patch repair work in room
Kim, 1-night romance trip
Verified Wotif guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Enjoyed our stay here will be back again!
Karen, 1-night family trip
Verified Wotif guest review

10/10 Exceptional

When checking in was warmly welcomed and when Taylor checked us in was so kind, caring and compassionate, and kindly upgraded us to king room when discovered reason was for a funeral. All staff were so kind and helpful. Cannot fault the hotel at all was clean, bed and pillows so comfortable, will definitely go back when it is for a happier occasion. Will always be grateful to Taylor for the stay we had.
Joanna, 2-night trip with friends
Verified Wotif guest review

6/10 Good

Restaurant was good
Doug, 1-night romance trip
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6/10 Good

Kaitlyn, 1-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review

8/10 Very good

Kate, 1-night trip
Verified Lastminute guest review

4/10 Fair

Very noisy. Asked for a different room as we could hear the conversation word for word.next door and a baby screaming and crying. Breakfast buffet was out of food and drink in many areas. No sausages, no bacon, no butter and no orange juice.
Kirk, 1-night romance trip
Verified Wotif guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Stuart, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Tengku, 1-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review

8/10 Very good

Friendly and clean
Gavin, 2-night romance trip
Verified Wotif guest review

8/10 Very good

Convenient to the city and amenities.
Stanley, 2-night romance trip
Verified Wotif guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Qi, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Rooms- in particular the bathroom- needs to be updated with modern design and functionality for the price. The lobby has been refreshed but rooms don’t match the lobby update. The buffet breakfast was average, the staff seemed run off their feet and struggled to maintain stock. Staff were all friendly and provided great service.
Madeleine, 2-night trip
Verified Lastminute guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel and facilities
Matthew, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Steve, 1-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review