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Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong Opens the Door to a Different Side of the City

Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong

Key Facts:

• Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong is centrally located in Geelong, Victoria, offering guests easy access to the city's arts, culture, sport, dining, and regional attractions, positioning itself as an ideal base for all types of travellers.
• The hotel sits directly opposite the Geelong Arts Centre and within walking distance of GMHBA Stadium, making it a convenient choice for theatre-goers, event attendees, and sports fans.
• Guests can explore beyond the city centre with day trips to the Bellarine Peninsula, including boutique wineries such as Oakdene and Scotchmans Hill, as well as The Q Train dining experience through the regional landscape.
• The hotel is the largest in the Geelong and Bellarine region, featuring 180 rooms and suites, a heated indoor pool, gym, meeting spaces, on-site restaurant Maestro, and Holiday Inn's signature Open Lobby concept.
• Little Malop Street, a five-minute walk from the hotel, offers guests a lively evening precinct with local restaurants, bars, and live music, reflecting Geelong's growing reputation as a vibrant regional destination.

Geelong, May 2026 - When people think of Geelong, the waterfront often steals the spotlight. The sparkling bay, seaside walks, and bustling foreshore have long shaped the city’s identity. Yet for those willing to look a little further, Geelong reveals itself as something much bigger, more layered, and full of surprises.

 

Perfectly positioned in the heart of the city, Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong invites guests to experience a side of Geelong that stretches beyond the shoreline. From arts and culture to sporting events, local dining, family-friendly attractions, and regional escapes, the hotel places visitors within easy reach of the many experiences that make Geelong one of Victoria’s most exciting destinations.

 

Located just an hour west of Melbourne, Geelong has steadily grown into a thriving regional city with a strong sense of identity. While its coastal charm remains part of the appeal, today’s Geelong is equally recognised for its growing arts scene, lively calendar of events, celebrated food and wine regions, and easy access to some of Victoria’s most loved destinations.

 

For travellers looking to settle into the city with comfort and convenience, Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong offers a welcoming base to stay, explore, and reconnect. Whether travelling for business, a weekend away, a family visit, or a regional getaway, the hotel brings together the trusted hospitality Holiday Inn is known for with a location that makes discovering Geelong feel effortless.

 

Situated close to some of the city’s most visited attractions, the hotel offers easy access to experiences for every kind of traveller. Directly across the road sits the Geelong Arts Centre, making it an ideal stay for theatre-goers, event attendees, and visitors wanting to immerse themselves in the city’s growing cultural scene. From musicals and comedy shows to performances and exhibitions, guests can simply step outside and into one of Geelong’s leading creative spaces.

 

Sports fans will also find themselves conveniently placed, with GMHBA Stadium just a short walk away. Home to the Geelong Cats and a growing calendar of major sporting and entertainment events, the precinct continues to attract visitors from across Victoria and beyond.

 

For those wanting to slow the pace, Geelong offers no shortage of ways to spend the day. Guests can wander through the National Wool Museum to explore the city’s fascinating history, enjoy coffee and local markets along Eastern Beach, or take in the relaxed coastal atmosphere that continues to make the region so loved by locals and visitors alike.

 

Beyond the city centre, Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong also serves as an easy gateway to the wider Bellarine Peninsula. Known for boutique wineries, local produce, and scenic coastal drives, the region offers memorable day trips for travellers wanting to experience Victoria at a gentler pace. Wine lovers can explore cellar doors including Oakdene, Scotchmans Hill, Jack Rabbit, and Basil’s Farm, while those after something a little different can step aboard The Q Train for a moving dining experience through the Bellarine landscape.

 

As the sun goes down, Geelong shifts gears. Just a five-minute walk from Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong, Little Malop Street has become the city’s go-to laneway for great food, live music, and bars that stay lively well into the evening. Loved by locals, the precinct feels energetic without trying too hard, making it an easy spot to settle in for a cocktail, catch live music, or simply wander between venues and see where the night takes you. For guests wanting to experience a different side of Geelong after dark, it is all right there, just moments from the hotel. 

 

Back at the hotel, Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong combines thoughtful amenities with an approachable, comfortable atmosphere designed to help guests feel at ease from check-in to check-out. As the largest hotel in the Geelong and Bellarine region, the property features 180 rooms and suites, many offering views across the city and waterfront. Flexible accommodation options make it equally suited to couples, solo travellers, families, and corporate guests.

 

At the heart of the hotel is Holiday Inn’s signature Open Lobby concept, a relaxed and versatile space where guests can dine, work, unwind, or catch up with friends and family throughout the day. Guests can also enjoy the hotel’s heated indoor pool, gym facilities, and convenient meeting and event spaces, making the property suitable for both leisure and business stays. The hotel’s on-site restaurant, Maestro, adds another layer to the guest experience, offering an easy and welcoming place to enjoy a meal without needing to venture far.

 

As Geelong continues to grow as a destination for business, arts, events, and leisure travel, Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong offers visitors a chance to experience the city from a different perspective. Not simply as a stop along the waterfront, but as a place filled with creativity, connection, local character, and experiences waiting just beyond the bay.

For more information on Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong, visit the hotel’s website or follow @holidayinnandsuitesgeelong on Instagram and facebook.

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Contact details:

Lely Elfrida
Marketing Manager

Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong

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