Rydges Geelong

4.0 star property

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Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(47 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Room (Double Double)

Superior Room (Double Double)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(39 reviews)
  • 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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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One Bedroom Apartment | View from room

One Bedroom Apartment

  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, desk, blackout curtains

King Suite

  • Sleeps 2

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Premium bedding, minibar, desk, blackout curtains

Superior Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Premium bedding, minibar, desk, blackout curtains

Bay View King Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Premium bedding, minibar, desk, blackout curtains

Superior Double Double Room

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

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Living area

Studio Apartment

  • Sleeps 2

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About the area

Geelong

Rydges Geelong is centrally located in Geelong, a 4-minute walk from Geelong Performing Arts Center and 7 minutes by foot from Kardinia Park. .This hotel is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Westfield Geelong and 0.6 mi (1 km) from Deakin University.

What's nearby

  • Geelong Performing Arts Center - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Kardinia Park - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Westfield Geelong - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • The Carousel - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Deakin University - 12 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Geelong Station - 11 min walk
  • Avalon Airport (AVV) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Emerge - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Leaf Tea - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The National Hotel - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Leega Korean BBQ - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Hucksters & Co. - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Rydges Geelong

Hotel with an outdoor pool, 4-minute walk to Geelong Performing Arts Center
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.

Make yourself at home in one of the 138 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and minibars. 42-inch flat-screen televisions with digital programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Private bathrooms with bathtubs or showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as desks and coffee/tea makers.
Enjoy recreational amenities such as an outdoor pool and a fitness center. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and wedding services.
Satisfy your appetite for dinner at Nautica Pool Bar/Kitchen, a bar/lounge which specializes in local and international cuisine, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Buffet breakfasts are served on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM and on weekends from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and multilingual staff. Event facilities at this hotel consist of conference space and meeting rooms. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
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).

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

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

  • Lift

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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

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. 391 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 334 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 173 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 73 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 30 out of 1001 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Trevor

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stewart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I thought it was in a great location, close to eateries and bars, it was safe, car park was under video security, staff very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Luke

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was fine although slightly dated. Staff were helpful when I requested assistance with the heating. Overnight parking is convenient but a little pricey at $27, particularly given on street parking is free albeit limited. Happy to stay at the Rydges again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Monique

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were large & beds very comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deb

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location. Easy and safe parking but you did need to pay extra for this. Spacious room.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ben

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay in Geelong. Enjoyed the hotel, it has good amenities.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing location for a stay in Geelong!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Lisa

Breakfast not a big rang
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Kristina

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
It was a three star hotel but charging as though it was 4.5 stars!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Hayden

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Julie

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room and facilities ok
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Inho

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location, friendly welcome and easy parking. Bed was super comfy, room was very clean and quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Roger

Liked: Staff & service
We have stayed here on many occasions. Good location but despite having some small upgrades is starting to show its age. The staff are always friendly and are able to assist. The bathrooms are clean but small and the towels are too small and need repalcing. The last time we had a noise issue with the A/C which disturbed our sleep. I also do not like the concept of having to pay for off street parking - if you are apying hundreds for a room surely the car parking should be free and access to it under a covered walk way.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Yang

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Room comfort

Unable to sleep at night due to the constant noise

Couldn’t sleep due to constant loud noise from the plant room through night.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Rufus

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall ok. The people were lovely, the place itself was pretty expensive and kinda limited. The breakfast was not worth it.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

APRIL

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

6/10 Okay

stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All staff were great
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

McGeorge

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Corey

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Belinda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Will book here again

The room was spacious and the products in the shower were good quality. The bed was so comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025