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Crowne Plaza Geelong by IHG

Property class: 4.5

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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
The current price is AU$202
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov

Explore the area

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33 Smythe Street, Geelong, VIC, 3220
  • Place, Deakin University
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Westfield Geelong
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, The Carousel
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Room options

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A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a nightstand with a lamp, and a wall-mounted abstract art piece.

Standard Room

  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a nightstand with a lamp, and a wall-mounted abstract art piece.

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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A hotel room with a wooden side table holding a kettle, two glasses, a cup, and a coffee maker.

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Bay View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Bay view
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a nightstand, and a cabinet.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a small table, a red chair, a view of the city, and a large window.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a chair, and a painting on the wall.

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

  • City view
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a grey bench, a robe rack, and a city view through large windows.

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Bay View

  • Bay view
  • 55 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a chair, a small table, and a large window with a view of the sea and boats.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, City View

A hotel room with two beds, a city view, a red chair, and a small table.

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, City View

  • City view
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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

A hotel room with a large bed, a small table, a sofa, and a view of the sea.

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Bay view
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, City View

A hotel room with a wooden side table holding a kettle, two glasses, a cup, and a coffee maker.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, City View

  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Geelong

A luxury stay in Geelong awaits you at Crowne Plaza Geelong by IHG. You'll find Deakin University a few steps away and Westfield Geelong within a 10-minute stroll. Highlights at this hotel include 2 restaurants, 2 bars/lounges and an indoor swimming pool. .This business-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas and a 24-hour fitness centre, and has a 24-hour front desk. Other amenities include a conference centre and a coffee shop/cafe. Each morning buffet breakfast is served between 6:30 AM and 10:30 AM. There's also the convenience of valet parking. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this 4.5-property class Waterfront Precinct hotel include The Carousel and Geelong Art Gallery.

What's nearby

  • Deakin University - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Westfield Geelong - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Geelong Art Gallery - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • The Carousel - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Geelong Performing Arts Center - 9 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • Geelong Station - 6 min walk
  • Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Asian gourmet - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Geelong Boat House - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Cheeky Chicken - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Bean Squeeze - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Phoenix Hotel - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Crowne Plaza Geelong by IHG

Crowne Plaza Geelong by IHG offers its guests an indoor pool and a 24-hour fitness centre. There are 2 restaurants on site, along with a coffee shop/cafΘ. 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 metres) and includes a conference centre. The luxury Crowne Plaza Geelong by IHG also features dry cleaning/laundry services, 24-hour room service, and a front desk safe. 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
  • Conference rooms
  • 2540 sq ft of conference space
  • 236 sq. m of conference space
  • Built in 2025
  • Conference centre
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Lift
  • 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 hairdryers.

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

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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 transport

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

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

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 8 meeting rooms
  • Conference centre (2,540 square foot of space)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • High-pile carpet in room
  • In-room roll-in shower
  • Lift
  • 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 bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 10 floors
  • Built in 2025
  • Double-glazed windows
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • Non-plastic drinking straws available
  • Reusable cups
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 84-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • 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 80.0 per night.
  • Cots (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: from approximately AUD 35 for adults and from AUD 25 for children
  • Valet parking fee: AUD 45 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 80.0 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 all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Crowne Plaza Geelong by IHG?

Yep, Crowne Plaza Geelong by IHG has valet parking with in/out privileges for AUD 45 per night.

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

As of 25 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Crowne Plaza Geelong by IHG on 15 Nov 2026 start from AU$202, including 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.

Are there any beaches close to Crowne Plaza Geelong by IHG?

Yep, Crowne Plaza Geelong by IHG is a short 12-minute walk from Eastern Beach.

Does Crowne Plaza Geelong by IHG have a pool?

Crowne Plaza Geelong by IHG has an indoor pool.

What luxury perks are available at Crowne Plaza Geelong by IHG?

Crowne Plaza Geelong by IHG features an indoor pool, 2 restaurants and 2 bars.

Does Crowne Plaza Geelong by IHG serve breakfast?

You bet, buffet breakfast is available daily from 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Crowne Plaza Geelong by IHG?

No, Crowne Plaza Geelong by IHG does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Crowne Plaza Geelong by IHG?

Yep, Crowne Plaza Geelong by IHG has 2 restaurants.

What time are check-in & check-out at Crowne Plaza Geelong by IHG?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Crowne Plaza Geelong by IHG?

No, pets are not allowed.

Crowne Plaza Geelong by IHG Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 64 out of 83 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 83 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 83 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 83 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 83 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel and location
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very nice views and great room. Friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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It’s clean and fresh property,
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Lovely buffet breakfast and short long weekend stay , pool was great for kids and there is a shared lounge area on same level as pool with kids tables for drawing, TV and tepee so families away together and go there with kids
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Staff were welcoming, rooms were clean the pool was amazing and a unique scent in the reception area
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
New, very clean, friendly staff, great position and fantastic amenities.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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A beautiful hotel with lovely rooms and facilities. Very close to the waterfront and shopping and cafes. The staff were very helpful, the restaurant for dinner and breakfast was outstanding. The water views from our room and the bar were fabulous. We had a very pleasant stay and would highly recommend this hotel to others.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Only stayed a night. Staff were amazing and so friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location Staff extremely helpful and professional on check in explaining the layout of floors Rooms clean and comfortable bathroom rain shower as well as normal Pool area clean , plenty of of towels available Actual pool great along with views Breakfast had everything you needed and then some Staff friendly and accommodating with breakfast orders
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Restaurant was excellent
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Central, staff were efficient and friendly. Clean rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent buffet breakfast, however during busy time in the morning they could have had a couple of extra staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The view overlooking the bay is stunning!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Brand new looking - great and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Create location, close to shopping and amenities. Great waterview.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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With a magnificent view over Corp Bay and in a great position in the heart of Geelong this was a great stay. Staff were courteous and helpful and the buffet breakfast was a welcome start to the day.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
good stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very clean hotel, quiet but still okay for kids. Great selection of in room amenities. The only thing we found is that the lighting in the room was very aesthetic but at times a little dark.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean room, staff extremely helpful
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful room, location and view
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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It was excellent all round
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
New hotel
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
New and clean! Close to waterfront and restaurants!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
New clean lovely
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026