• City view
  • Swimming Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Bath
  • Air conditioning
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Key card access
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Safety deposit box

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 200 meters 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 particularly like the location — they rated it 8.5 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

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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Room type
Number of guests
 
2 large double beds
1 extra-large double bed
2 single beds
and
1 large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
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:

  • Barb
    Australia Australia
    Lovely and clean room. Facilities were great. View out over Geelong was lovely. Restaurant within the hotel was lovely and staff very helpful.
  • Pamela
    Australia Australia
    Check in was quick and easy. Room was very comfortable and clean.
  • Claire
    Australia Australia
    Conveneient for staying after arriving back from Tasmania on Ferry. Modern clean facilities

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

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

Facilities of Rydges Geelong

Most popular facilities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Private parking
  • Free WiFi
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Family rooms
  • Fitness centre
  • Restaurant
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
Kitchen
  • Cleaning products
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Live sport events (broadcast)
    Off-site
  • Live music/performance
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Happy hour
    Additional charge
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Radio
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Fruits
    Additional charge
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed) and costs AUD 27 per day.
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Accessible parking
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
  • Concierge service
  • Luggage storage
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • 24-hour front desk
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Trouser 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
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Wake-up service
  • Heating
  • Private entrance
  • Carpeted
  • Lift
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
  • Wake up service/Alarm clock
  • Room service
Accessibility
  • Lower bathroom 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
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Sun umbrellas
  • Fence around pool
Wellness
  • Kids' pool
  • Spa facilities
  • Sun umbrellas
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Fitness centre
Languages spoken
  • English

House rules

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

Check-in

From 15:00 to 00:00

Check-out

From 00:00 to 11:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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

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

Cot and extra bed policies

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

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots 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
Need-to-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 in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided 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 just 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 centre
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Live sport events (broadcast)
    • Happy hour
    • Spa facilities
    • Live music/performance
    • Swimming Pool

  • Room options at Rydges Geelong include:

    • Double
    • Family
    • Apartment

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

  • Rydges Geelong is 450 yards from the centre of Geelong. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Rydges Geelong has 1 restaurant:

    • Nautica Pool Bar & Kitchen

  • The prices at Rydges Geelong may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Check-in at Rydges Geelong is from 15:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

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

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

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Buffet