• City view
  • Swimming pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Bathtub
  • Air conditioning
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Key card access
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Safe

Rydges Geelong is located in the heart of the Geelong Central Business District (CBD), 2 minutes' drive from GHMBA Stadium. It offers a swimming pool. St John of God Geelong Hospital is just 656 feet away. All rooms at Rydges Geelong include modern furnishings and feature bay or city views. The rooms have large windows, LCD TV and a work desk with internet facilities. Guests can enjoy breakfast and dinner at Nautica Pool Bar & Kitchen. Rydges Geelong is also an ideal base for guests who want to explore the Great Ocean Road. It is a short walk to the waterfront, shops and Eastern Beach Gardens. Geelong Botanic Gardens is just a 7-minute drive away. Please note that the guest listed on the booking must check in to the room unless previously organized via message or email.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.5 for a two-person trip.

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Rydges
Hotel chain/brand
Rydges

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.5)

Breakfast Info

Buffet

Private parking at the hotel


Availability

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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.5
Facilities
7.9
Cleanliness
8.3
Comfort
8.3
Value for money
7.5
Location
8.5
Free WiFi
7.9
Low score for Geelong
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See what guests loved the most:

  • David
    Australia Australia
    obliging staff. Breakfast menu covered all options and well prepared kitchen and wait staff
  • Toni
    Australia Australia
    The staff were friendly and welcoming though it was overcast and raining on our arrival. The room was well furnished with comfortable firm bed and couch and coffee table. The area was large and roomie , the ensuite was clean with fresh towels and...
  • Bryan
    Australia Australia
    Lots of free street parking, and a paid secure parking area as well. Not too far (5-10min walk) from where the busy areas are in Geelong city. Everything was clean and well kept. Room was spacious

Hotel area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Nautica Pool Bar & Kitchen
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Dinner

Amenities of Rydges Geelong

Most popular amenities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Private Parking
  • Free WiFi
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Family rooms
  • Fitness center
  • Restaurant
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
Kitchen
  • Cleaning products
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Live sports events (broadcast)
    Off-site
  • Live music/Performance
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Happy hour
    Additional charge
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Radio
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Fruit
    Additional charge
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kids' meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Private parking is available on site (reservation is needed) and costs AUD 27 per day.
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Accessible parking
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
  • Concierge
  • Baggage storage
  • Express check-in/out
  • 24-hour front desk
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Suit press
    Additional charge
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business Facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key card access
  • Key access
  • Safe
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Wake-up service
  • Heating
  • Private entrance
  • Carpeted
  • Elevator
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
  • Wake-up service/Alarm clock
  • Room service
Accessibility
  • Lowered sink
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator
Outdoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Shallow end
  • Pool/Beach towels
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Fenced pool
Spa
  • Kids' pool
  • Spa facilities
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Fitness center
Languages Spoken
  • English

House rules

Rydges Geelong takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 3:00 PM to 12:00 AM

Check-out

From 12:00 AM to 11:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 13 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Crib upon request
Free
13+ years
Extra bed upon request
AUD 50 per person, per night

Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Groups

When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Mastercard Visa Eftpos JCB Diners Club American Express Cash Rydges Geelong accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note that there is a 1.5% surcharge when you pay with a credit card, paypass or phone at the hotel’s reception desk.

Please inform Rydges Geelong of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

FAQs about Rydges Geelong

  • The nearest beach is 0.7 miles from Rydges Geelong. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Rydges Geelong offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Fitness center
    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    • Live sports events (broadcast)
    • Happy hour
    • Spa facilities
    • Live music/Performance
    • Swimming pool

  • Rydges Geelong has 1 restaurant:

    • Nautica Pool Bar & Kitchen

  • The prices at Rydges Geelong may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Room options at Rydges Geelong include:

    • Double
    • Family
    • Apartment

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • Check-in at Rydges Geelong is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

  • Yes, Rydges Geelong is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Rydges Geelong is 1,300 feet from the center of Geelong. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Guests staying at Rydges Geelong can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 7.2).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Buffet