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Bayside Geelong Hotel & Apartments, an Ascend Collection Hotel

4.5 star property
Stylish beach retreat with indoor pool

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Upgrade) | In-room safe, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Private kitchen
In-room safe, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking | In-room safe, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Living area

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • Pool
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Gym

Explore the area

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13-15 The Esplanade, Geelong, VIC, 3220
  • Place, Deakin University
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, GMHBA Stadium
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Spirit of Tasmania Ferry Terminal
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Room options

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In-room safe, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Upgrade) | In-room safe, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Upgrade)

  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking (Upgrade)

  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | In-room safe, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking (Upgrade)

  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking | In-room safe, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Business Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking (Room Upgrade)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Upgrade) | In-room safe, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Upgrade)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Upgrade)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking | In-room safe, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 4 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Geelong

Located in Waterfront Precinct, Bayside Geelong Hotel & Apartments, an Ascend Collection Hotel is a leisurely stroll from sights such as Rippleside Park and Deakin University. This 110-room, 4.5-star hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like an indoor pool, free in-room WiFi, and a gym.

What's nearby

  • Deakin University - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • The Carousel - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Geelong Performing Arts Center - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • GMHBA Stadium - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Spirit of Tasmania Ferry Terminal - 4 min drive - 2.6 miles

Getting around

  • Geelong Station - 14 min walk
  • Avalon Airport (AVV) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Petrel Hotel - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪The Geelong Boat House - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Box Office Cafe - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪King of the Castle - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Bayside Geelong Hotel & Apartments, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Stylish beach retreat with indoor pool
At Bayside Geelong Hotel & Apartments, an Ascend Collection Hotel, guests enjoy features like an indoor pool, a gym, and free WiFi in public areas. Self parking is available for AUD 35 per day. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with tours or tickets, luggage storage, and dry cleaning/laundry. Other amenities at this beach hotel include meeting rooms, a conference center, and free use of bicycles.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers, free toiletries, slippers, and bathrobes. Other standard amenities include laptop-compatible safes and phones.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an indoor pool, a fitness center, and complimentary bicycles.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Secured, uncovered self parking on site (AUD 35 per day)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee 6:00 AM to 10:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; AUD 12 to 40 for adults and AUD 12 to 20 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Gym
  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 7 meeting rooms
  • Conference center
  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • On the bay

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 10 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices in meeting rooms
  • Elevator
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Built in 1960
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: AUD 40
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: AUD 40

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 3 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • One child 12 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Deposit: AUD 250 per accommodation, per stay

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately AUD 12 to 40 for adults, and AUD 12 to 20 for children
  • Uncovered self parking fee: AUD 35 per day
  • Early check-in fee: AUD 40 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: AUD 40 (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3 percent

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice)
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking in is easy with express services. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply), along with a car charging station.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A credit card for incidental charges and a government-issued photo ID may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice).

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Pool access available from 5:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • Parking has height restrictions.

National rating

This property has been awarded a star rating from the Australian Star Ratings Agency, Star Ratings Australia.

Property is also known as

Quality Bayside Geelong
Quality Hotel Bayside Geelong
Chifley Hotel And Apartments Geelong
Chifley On The Esplanade Geelong
Quality Bayside Geelong
Quality Hotel Bayside Geelong Hotel
Quality Hotel Bayside Geelong Geelong
Quality Hotel Bayside Geelong Hotel Geelong

Frequently asked questions

What can I see near Bayside Geelong Hotel & Apartments, an Ascend Collection Hotel?

This hotel is situated in Waterfront Precinct within a short 16-minute walk of The Carousel and also 16 minutes on foot from Westfield Geelong. You'll also find Rippleside Park and Steampacket Gardens less than a mile away.

How much does it cost to stay at Bayside Geelong Hotel & Apartments, an Ascend Collection Hotel?

As of Oct 23, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bayside Geelong Hotel & Apartments, an Ascend Collection Hotel on Oct 24, 2025 start from $141.63, 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.

Is there parking available at Quality Hotel Bayside Geelong?

Yes, secured parking is offered for AUD 35 per day. Accessible parking and electric car charging are also available for guests.

Does Bayside Geelong Hotel & Apartments, an Ascend Collection Hotel have a casino at the property?

No, Bayside Geelong Hotel & Apartments, an Ascend Collection Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Bayside Geelong Hotel & Apartments, an Ascend Collection Hotel?

Yes, this hotel has an indoor pool. Guests have pool access between 5:00 AM and 10:00 PM.

What do couples enjoy most about Quality Hotel Bayside Geelong?

This waterfront hotel offers plenty of amenities for couples including an indoor pool, a bar, and a restaurant.

Does Quality Hotel Bayside Geelong have a hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Bayside Geelong Hotel & Apartments, an Ascend Collection Hotel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Bayside Geelong Hotel & Apartments, an Ascend Collection Hotel serves a cooked-to-order breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Will Bayside Geelong Hotel & Apartments, an Ascend Collection Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Bayside Geelong Hotel & Apartments, an Ascend Collection Hotel though service animals are welcome.

Does Quality Hotel Bayside Geelong have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

How close is the airport from Bayside Geelong Hotel & Apartments, an Ascend Collection Hotel?

The closest major airport to Bayside Geelong Hotel & Apartments, an Ascend Collection Hotel is Avalon Airport (AVV), which is 13.4 mi away (18 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Quality Hotel Bayside Geelong?

Yes, some guestrooms at Quality Hotel Bayside Geelong offer a balcony and may feature bay views.

Bayside Geelong Hotel & Apartments, an Ascend Collection Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 487 out of 964 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 369 out of 964 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 83 out of 964 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 22 out of 964 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 964 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Nick

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

Comfortable and good value stay

Comfortable and good value stay 10-15 mins from town, easy to find. Restaurant was closed. So only breakfast available. More an upscale motel- but good value.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

James

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2020

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property is old and rundown. The customer servixe was great bit I was disappointed after paying a fairbl bit for accommodation that thw room was so rundown and old
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Position of property overlooking the bay is excellent. Due to impending renovations restaurant not open after 9.30am, no coffee, lunch or dinner
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Geoff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Rosemary, Regional Victoria

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Liked everything. Great service and location and facilities.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Joanna

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

Perfect getaway...

Great location, helpful friendly staff, perfect sized room and nice view of the bay!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything was terrific until the bill for the buffet breakfast. I thought $19 each was pretty steep for what it was.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

toohey, Sydney

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
good for the value quiet plenty parking nice staff
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

4/10 Poor

Steve

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in, lumpy, uncomfortable bed. Frozen drinks in bar fridge, heater didn’t warm up room, had to hop into bed to stay warm, milk satchels in fridge were off....
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Air conditioner wasn’t working well. When we’re taking shower, water went to middle of the room. Also, morning receptionist was rude.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great situation with views of the harbour and easy access to neighbouring area of interest. Off road parking for free and a great restaurant
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Sue

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

Quality holiday

The staff were lovely and helpful and the venue was in a good location and well maintained
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in May 2019

8/10 Good

Kathryn, Frankston South

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quality Bayside Geelong was very clean, in a great quiet location. Will stay again
Stayed 1 night in May 2019

8/10 Good

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
pleasant hotel and nice room to stay in. i was disappointed with the lack of AFL on TV. Having Fox NRL in Geelong Victoria seems a strange choice when the AFL is the football followed.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

MUKUND

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

Value for money

Excellent location, easy for a walk near water, great parking, bed could be a bit firmer
Stayed 1 night in May 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice setting over the bay. Room very clean and amenities that suited us. Friendly reception staff. There was a slight rumbling noise during the night - seemed to be coming from an outside machine which came and went. Maybe need to get checked (Room 47)
Stayed 1 night in May 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Will give feedback to hotel directly. Shower over bath, risk of slipping
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The bathrooms have been updated and are very nice. Rooms are quiet and have good space.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

4/10 Poor

Mr Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Room was tired and dated and did not smell that fresh
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019