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Crowne Plaza Geelong by IHG

4.5 star property
4.5-star luxury hotel near Spirit of Tasmania Ferry Terminal

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Bar (on property)
Point of interest
Cafe
In-room safe, soundproofing
Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Bay View (High Floor)

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Breakfast available

Explore the area

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33 Smythe Street, Geelong, VIC, 3220
  • Place, Deakin University
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, The Carousel
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Geelong Performing Arts Center
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Room options

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In-room safe, soundproofing

Standard Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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In-room safe, soundproofing

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

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

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Bay View

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Bay View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, soundproofing

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 Bedroom, Bay View

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Bay View

  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, City View

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, City View

  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Bay View (High Floor)

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Bay View (High Floor)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, soundproofing

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, City View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Geelong

Waterfront Precinct stay.A stay at this Waterfront Precinct hotel places you steps from Deakin University and within a 5-minute walk of National Wool Museum. Westfield Geelong and Steampacket Gardens are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Deakin University - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Westfield Geelong - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • The Carousel - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Geelong Performing Arts Center - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Eastern Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Geelong Station - 6 min walk
  • Avalon Airport (AVV) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Native Circles - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Phoenix Hotel - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Asian gourmet - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Koffie Haus - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Edge Geelong - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Crowne Plaza Geelong by IHG

4.5-star luxury hotel near Spirit of Tasmania Ferry Terminal
Crowne Plaza Geelong by IHG offers its guests an indoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center. There are 2 restaurants on site, along with a coffee shop/café. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Event space at this hotel measures 2540 square feet (236 square meters) and includes a conference center. The luxury Crowne Plaza Geelong by IHG also features dry cleaning/laundry services, a front-desk safe, and an elevator. For a fee, parking is available.

This 4.5-star Geelong hotel is smoke free.

  • 200 guestrooms or units
  • 10 levels
  • 2 dining venues
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Meeting rooms
  • 2540 sq ft of conference space
  • 236 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 2025
  • Conference center
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Coffee shop
Crowne Plaza Geelong by IHG offers 200 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and laptop-compatible safes. 84-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include bathrobes, slippers, and hair dryers.

This Geelong hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong by IHG
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  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
4.7 out of 5, Exceptional, 395 reviews
The price is CA $142
CA $157 total
includes taxes & fees
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Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong by IHG

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Valet parking on site (AUD 45 per night; includes in/out privileges)

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: AUD 35 for adults and AUD 25 for children
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 restaurants
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Indoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • In-room roll-in shower
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible bathroom vanity
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchairs on site

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 84-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Heating
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests booked in breakfast included rate plans receive breakfast for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Breakfast fees apply for additional guests.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 80 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately AUD 35 for adults and AUD 25 for children
  • Valet parking fee: AUD 45 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 80 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Crowne Plaza Geelong by IHG to the airport?

Crowne Plaza Geelong by IHG is 13.9 mi (26-min drive) away from the Avalon Airport (AVV) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Crowne Plaza Geelong by IHG?

As of Apr 16, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Crowne Plaza Geelong by IHG on Apr 19, 2026 start from CA $200, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Crowne Plaza Geelong by IHG have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Crowne Plaza Geelong by IHG.

How close is Crowne Plaza Geelong by IHG to the beach?

This hotel is a short 12-minute walk from Eastern Beach and 1 mi (3-min drive) from Eastern Beach Swimming Enclosure. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Crowne Plaza Geelong by IHG offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Crowne Plaza Geelong by IHG, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of AUD 35 for adults and AUD 25 for children. It's available every day from 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Crowne Plaza Geelong by IHG?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Crowne Plaza Geelong by IHG?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Crowne Plaza Geelong by IHG?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Valet parking is available for AUD 45 per night.

Does Crowne Plaza Geelong by IHG have a pool?

Crowne Plaza Geelong by IHG features an indoor pool.

Does Crowne Plaza Geelong by IHG have a restaurant?

Yes, there are 2 restaurants on site.

Does Crowne Plaza Geelong by IHG have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Crowne Plaza Geelong by IHG to downtown Geelong?

Crowne Plaza Geelong by IHG is 0.4 mi away from Geelong.

Crowne Plaza Geelong by IHG Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 15 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 15 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 15 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 15 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

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