Bay City Motel Geelong

4.0 star property
Motel in Geelong with free parking

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Deluxe Queen/Twin  | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
LCD TV, pay movies
LCD TV, pay movies
Beach nearby
Lobby

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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231-235 Malop Street, Geelong, VIC, 3220
  • Place, Deakin University
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, GMHBA Stadium
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Spirit of Tasmania Ferry Terminal
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Queen/Twin

7.4 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Superior Queen

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(30 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Queen/Twin

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Geelong

Located in Geelong Central, Bay City Motel Geelong is within a 10-minute stroll of sights such as Westfield Geelong and Old Geelong Gaol. This 18-room, 4-star motel welcomes guests with in-room amenities like refrigerators, coffee makers, and LCD TVs.

What's nearby

  • The Carousel - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Deakin University - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Geelong Performing Arts Center - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • GMHBA Stadium - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Spirit of Tasmania Ferry Terminal - 6 min drive - 3.6 miles

Getting around

  • Geelong Station - 16 min walk
  • Avalon Airport (AVV) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Coffee Club - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Hog's Breath Cafe - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Lord Nelson - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Roll'd - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Sir Charles Darling Hotel - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Bay City Motel Geelong

Motel in Geelong with free parking
Guests of Bay City Motel Geelong enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas. If you decide to drive, there's free parking. Front-desk staff can assist with dry cleaning/laundry and luggage storage.
LCD TVs come with satellite channels and pay movies, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Refrigerators, coffee makers, and ironing boards are also available.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 2 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with premium satellite channels
  • Pay movies

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination
COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 16 and up

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

  • A damage deposit of AUD 200 will be collected before check-in.

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

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
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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-9:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking.

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 cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as 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.
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
  • At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination.
  • The COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 16 and up.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Comfort Inn Bay City Geelong
Comfort Inn Bay City Hotel
Comfort Inn Bay City Hotel Geelong
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Comfort Inn Bay City Motel
Comfort Bay City Geelong
Bay City(Geelong) Motel
Bay City Motel Geelong Motel
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Frequently asked questions

What's there to see near Bay City Motel Geelong?

This motel is situated in Geelong Central, just steps from Eastern Beach, and within a 10-minute walk of Westfield Geelong and Eastern Beach Swimming Enclosure. You'll also find The Carousel and Geelong Performing Arts Center less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Bay City Motel Geelong?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the motel.

Does Bay City Motel Geelong have a casino?

No, Bay City Motel Geelong doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Bay City Motel Geelong?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

Does Bay City Motel Geelong have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this motel.

Does Bay City Motel Geelong feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, Bay City Motel Geelong doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Bay City Motel Geelong allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Bay City Motel Geelong.

Does Bay City Motel Geelong have connecting rooms?

No, this motel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from Bay City Motel Geelong?

The closest major airport to Bay City Motel Geelong is Avalon Airport (AVV), which is 14.6 mi away (24 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Bay City Motel Geelong?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Bay City Motel Geelong.

Reviews

Bay City Motel Geelong Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 249 out of 682 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 276 out of 682 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 106 out of 682 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 27 out of 682 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 24 out of 682 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Daniel

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Neat and tidy, clean rooms, easy walk to shopping center and foreshore.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Michelle

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Room was clean and bed comfy.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nick

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

4/10 Poor

Peter

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

sokunthea

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pau

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

This is worth it!

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Good location. Close to shops and waterfront. The grounds of the motel very unkempt.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ken

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

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was clean with good facilities. The motel manager was welcoming and helpful. It's situated within easy walking distance to the waterfront, shops and other facilities. We had a great weekend.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Faye

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Basic accomodation, clean and well located near Eastern Beach.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Harry

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was just like home! Our rating out of five (5) = 6
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Ros

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room smelled musty, floors and surfaces not clean.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Nelson

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall a good place to stay for a single traveller .
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Richard

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Ok
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aydin, South Morang

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
clean hotel,
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Convenient location and clean
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Cherry

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness
poor facility and services, and the landlord requested us to pay deposit when we check in. Never heard that, very bad experience. Not recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

GAVAN

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good Motlel. Had a comfortable stay.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Ann

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Selina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff where so nice and very helpful, went above and beyond to help me with my issue I had with check in and where very accommodating, great nice room for the night, wonderful happy experience
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and comfortable room staff very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fatima

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, smelt beautiful when we opened the door and everything good. Loved it. A lovely motel to stay in. Easy parking. Westfield shopping centre and many other shops and eateries 15mins walk. Beach 15 mins walk. Perfect location.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adrian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location was convenient to my needs. Staff friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Shane

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A good, clean location in easy walking distance of the foreshore and shops. Didn’t feel like the most secure of locations but it is a motel so should be expected and experienced no issues. Happily stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristee

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to the beach, Westfield, public transport and the heart of Geelong. Split system aircon, electric blanket, fridge and microwave.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025