• City view
  • Swimming Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Balcony
  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Key card access
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Non-smoking rooms

Located in the heart of the Geelong waterfront, Novotel is just 450 metres from Eastern Beach. It features a heated indoor pool, a fitness centre, a restaurant and bar. Each luxurious room boasts a balcony and free WiFi. The Novotel is 600 metres from central Geelong and 2 km from East Geelong Golf Club. It is a 10-minute drive from the Spirit of Tasmania Terminal, a 20-minute drive from Avalon Airport and a 1-hour drive from central Melbourne. Situated on level 2, the In Balance Fitness Centre features cardiovascular equipment and a steam room. After a work out you can relax on the outdoor sun terrace, overlooking Steampacket Gardens. Located on the ground level, the restaurant features an outdoor dining area, buffet breakfast, freshly baked bread and barista coffee. You can enjoy lunch and dinner in the Tempo Kitchen & Bar. There are 6 function spaces available for meetings, conferences, weddings or special events. The air-conditioned rooms feature a 49-inch flat-screen TV and tea/coffee making facilities. Each room has an en suite with a walk in shower and hairdryer.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Novotel
Hotel chain/brand
Novotel

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

Breakfast info

Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, American, Buffet

Private parking at the hotel


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
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
8.7
Facilities
8.1
Cleanliness
8.5
Comfort
8.7
Value for money
7.3
Location
9.4
Free WiFi
8.4
Low score for Geelong
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Georgina
    Australia Australia
    The room was very spacious, buffet was yummy and great location
  • Greg
    Australia Australia
    The staff, food & accomodation were exceptional. So friendly!
  • Vaughan
    Australia Australia
    Walking distance to attractions. Pro-active staff who provided good advice.

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • TEMPO Kitchen & Bar
    • Cuisine
      Australian
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Modern
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Facilities of Novotel Geelong
Great facilities! Review score, 8.1

Most popular facilities
  • Indoor swimming pool
  • Private parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Beachfront
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Fitness centre
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Beachfront
  • Sun terrace
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
  • Happy hour
    Additional charge
  • Beach
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • iPod dock
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Satellite channels
  • Radio
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Minibar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed) and costs AUD 40 per day.
  • Valet parking
  • Accessible parking
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
  • Concierge service
  • Luggage storage
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • 24-hour front desk
Entertainment and family services
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Books, DVDs, or music for children
  • Board games/puzzles
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Trouser press
    Additional charge
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
Business facilities
  • Fax/photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Business centre
    Additional charge
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key card access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Wake-up service
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Heating
  • Private entrance
  • Laptop safe
  • Packed lunches
  • Carpeted
  • Lift
  • Ironing facilities
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
  • Wake up service/Alarm clock
  • Room service
Accessibility
  • Lower bathroom sink
  • Higher level toilet
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator
Indoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Pool/beach towels
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
Wellness
  • Yoga classes
  • Fitness
  • Steam room
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Fitness centre
Languages spoken
  • German
  • English
  • Spanish
  • French
  • Hindi
  • Japanese
  • Korean
  • Serbian
  • Filipino
  • Chinese

House rules

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

Check-in

From 15:00 to 23:30

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

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.

Refundable damage deposit

A damage deposit of AUD 100 is required on arrival. That's about GBP 52. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 16 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
4+ 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 7 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Mastercard Visa Diners Club American Express Cash Novotel 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, there is a 1.4% credit card surcharge when using a credit card.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

It is not possible to stay at this property for Coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.

A damage deposit of AUD 100 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

FAQs about Novotel Geelong

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

  • Novotel Geelong has 1 restaurant:

    • TEMPO Kitchen & Bar

  • Novotel Geelong is 650 yards from the centre of Geelong. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The nearest beach is just 450 yards from Novotel Geelong. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

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

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

  • Room options at Novotel Geelong include:

    • Double
    • Twin

  • Guests staying at Novotel Geelong can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 7.7).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Full English/Irish
    • Vegetarian
    • Vegan
    • Gluten-free
    • American
    • Buffet

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

    • Fitness centre
    • Beachfront
    • Steam room
    • Swimming Pool
    • Yoga classes
    • Happy hour
    • Fitness
    • Bicycle rental
    • Beach