Corio Bay Motel

3.0 star property
Motel in Geelong with free parking

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Queen Room - Pet Friendly | Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi
Twin Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Reviews

6.4 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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292 Princes Highway, Corio, VIC, 3214
  • Place, Waterworld
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Spirit of Tasmania Ferry Terminal
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, GMHBA Stadium
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Airport, Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

Twin Room

  • 205 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Queen Room - Upper Level

  • 205 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Double Room - Upper Level

  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Queen Room - Ground Level

  • 205 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Queen Room - Pet Friendly

  • 205 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Family Room

  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Large Family Room

  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 3 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Geelong

Located in Corio within a mile (2 km) of Waterworld, Corio Bay Motel is within 2 miles (3 km) of Beckley Park International Raceway. This 25-room, 3-star motel welcomes guests with in-room amenities like kitchenettes, refrigerators, and microwaves.

What's nearby

  • Waterworld - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Spirit of Tasmania Ferry Terminal - 4 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Deakin University - 10 min drive - 6.1 miles
  • The Carousel - 12 min drive - 6.4 miles
  • GMHBA Stadium - 12 min drive - 7.3 miles

Getting around

  • North Shore Station - 3 min drive
  • Melbourne Airport (MEL) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Red Rooster - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Shell Club - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Corio Bay Motel

Motel in Geelong with free parking
Guests of Corio Bay Motel enjoy free WiFi in public areas, meeting rooms, and a picnic area. You can take advantage of free parking if you drive. Helpful staff is there to provide front-desk service during limited hours, as well as offer insight about the area. This smoke-free motel also has barbecue grills.
Guests can expect to find LCD TVs and stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Kitchenettes, refrigerators, and microwaves are also available.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Built in 1970
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • LCD TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: AUD 30

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:30 AM - 8:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Children and extra beds

  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: AUD 150.00 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.

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: AUD 30 (subject to availability)

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, 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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-8:00 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.
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The motel can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Corio Bay Motel
Corio Bay Motel Motel
Corio Bay Motel Corio
Corio Bay Motel Motel Corio

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see close to Corio Bay Motel?

This motel is situated in Corio within a short 20-minute walk of Waterworld. You'll also find Spirit of Tasmania Ferry Terminal and Rippleside Park within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Corio Bay Motel?

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

Does Corio Bay Motel include a casino on the premises?

No, Corio Bay Motel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Corio Bay Motel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

Is Corio Bay Motel good for couples?

Amenities at this motel that appeal to couples include a kitchenette in each guestroom with kitchenettes in some.

Are there hot tubs at Corio Bay Motel?

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

Does Corio Bay Motel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

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

Does Corio Bay Motel have connecting rooms?

No, this motel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to Corio Bay Motel?

The closest major airport to Corio Bay Motel is Avalon Airport (AVV), which is 9.4 mi away (12 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Corio Bay Motel?

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

Corio Bay Motel Reviews

Reviews

6.4
Rating 10 - Excellent. 142 out of 813 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 231 out of 813 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 198 out of 813 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 122 out of 813 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 120 out of 813 reviews

6.8/10

Cleanliness

7.4/10

Staff & service

5.0/10

Amenities

5.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

5.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Robert

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Not much, it was small pokey and in poor condition
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Miles

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Cheap and not cheerful
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Peter, Mernda

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was the worst place i have ever stayed. worn bed. no hot water for two days. no breakfast option. no booklet about the area. punched hole in the bathroom door. chocolate bar jammed in the window propping it up. no space.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Dean

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Rodger, Bondi

Traveled with family
Disliked: Staff & service
website said breakfast included but it wasn't Bathroom needs attention dirty skirting boards No shower curtain so water goes all over the bathroom floor which is dangerous Good bed and good aircon (which was needed as limited blankets very average motel but close to Avalon airport
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Jess

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was easy check in and out, bed was comfy and everything was clean. Will definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Grant

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed my few hours here with a escort from Belmont
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Nagabhushan

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Worst experience from this Motel, Never recommend to any one as if they offer free also we can't sleep over the night, still not able to understand why they are running this Motel.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Youssef

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Won’t recommend it to anyone
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Look the place has seen better years but it was clean and had everything I needed and my opinion it was perfect for my needs and would use again
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Daryl

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If I had to tell the truth, this place needs to be pulled down. Old, dirty and felt unsafe. I was advised by the local hotel not to Leave anything in the room. Pack them and keep them in the car.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

David

Traveled with partner
Good location for those wanting to get on highway to Melbourne
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Lorrae

Unsafe light switch,broken window, very sub standard accomodation, no hand soap!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Shane

Traveled with family
Disliked: Amenities
Facility was not very clean
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean rooms n hot shower, the road noise with trucks on the hiway maybe be a problem for light sleepers
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Mana

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
There was no shower curtain so the bathroom floor got very wet while showering, walls in dining area needed a wash, no complimentary shampoo/conditioner, no dish cloth /tea towel for dishes, no Wi-Fi, no hairdryer
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Rebecca

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It’s never a good look when you pull back the covers of the bed to reveal someone else’s hair. Sitting on the toilet was a rocky event as it wasn’t securely attached to the floor. A very roughly done bathroom upgrade has it looking grimy and icky. No tv remote and the first room I asked to get moved from was mouldy and stinky. Convenient to spirit of Tasmania terminal but if you want some sleep stay somewhere else as it’s super noisy here too.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

James

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The price was in USD only when you pay it goes to AUD
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Timila

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

JENNI

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The property was a little dated but clean and comfortable and close to Spirit of Tasmania. A great place to eat down the road at Gateway Hotel, Buffet to die for
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Chris

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very basic accommodation. Bedding and towels clean but the rest appears to have received little attention for many years.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Philip

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room 3,The room was Claustrophobic had to get on the bed from the end, Shower had no screen, Hot water took a long time to get to the tap, Room had not been properly cleaned, Road noise was horrible, you will need ear plugs.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trevor

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

Ideal jump off point for Tassie

Clean +++ comfy and surprisingly quiet. V handy to Tassie ferry
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Melanie

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jennifer

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
it was convenient for us to go to spirit of tasmania. they need to update the room. bathroom didn't close/lock someone close to our had tv on very loud and kept us awake.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025