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Our top choices for The Carousel hotels

A modern living room with a sofa, dining table, and chairs. There is a TV mounted on the wall and a window with a view of the city.

1. Quest Geelong Central

Quest Geelong Central
4.0 star property
Geelong Central, 0.9 km from The Carousel
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (332 reviews)
"Accommodation was excellent, central to CBD, staff were welcoming and very informative. Will definitely stay again."
Australia
Maureen
The price is €116
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Quest Geelong Central
A room with a sofa, a dining table with chairs, a lamp, and a painting.

2. Bayside Geelong Hotel & Apartments, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Bayside Geelong Hotel & Apartments, an Ascend Collection Hotel
4.5 star property
Waterfront Precinct, 1.2 km from The Carousel
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (126 reviews)
"Very clean, nice staff. Restaurant was excellent. Great stay."
Australia
Ceylan
The price is €108
includes taxes & fees
26 Nov - 27 Nov
Bayside Geelong Hotel & Apartments, an Ascend Collection Hotel
A neatly made bed with a brown blanket, a white pillow, and a vase with dried flowers on a bedside table.

3. Anchor Geelong

Anchor Geelong
3.5 star property
Geelong Central, 1 km from The Carousel
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (385 reviews)
"Beautifully decorated, spotlessly clean, a comfortable bed and a great location. Perfect for our short stay in Geelong."
United Kingdom
Rebecca
The price is €95
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Anchor Geelong
A swimming pool with a clear view of the surrounding area, including palm trees and a building with a covered patio.

4. Barwon Valley Lodge

Barwon Valley Lodge
4.5 star property
Belmont, 3.2 km from The Carousel
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (466 reviews)
"Great place to stay. Great units, lovely atmosphere and views. Local to shops and eateries. Will definitely be back."
Australia
Stewart
The price is €110
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Barwon Valley Lodge
A modern two-story building with a balcony, large windows, and a gated entrance.

5. Timber Door Luxury Accommodation Geelong

Timber Door Luxury Accommodation Geelong
4.0 star property
Geelong Central, 1 km from The Carousel
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (156 reviews)
"Location was great. Can walk to basically everything. They thought of everything."
Australia
Cassandra
The price is €140
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Timber Door Luxury Accommodation Geelong
A modern hotel room with a sofa, two chairs, a small table, a TV, and a large window with a city view.

6. Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong by IHG

Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong by IHG
4.0 star property
Geelong Central, 0.8 km from The Carousel
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (443 reviews)
"Great location, walkable, clean, nice staff."
United States
Brandi
The price is €103
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong by IHG
A swimming pool with two people swimming, surrounded by lounge chairs and palm trees.

7. Geelong Holiday Park

Geelong Holiday Park
2.0 star property
Belmont, 2.7 km from The Carousel
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (90 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
Australia
John
The price is €63
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Geelong Holiday Park
A balcony with a table set for two, a bottle of wine, and a bowl of fruit.

8. Oaks R Suites Geelong

Oaks R Suites Geelong
4.0 star property
Geelong Central, 0.5 km from The Carousel
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (876 reviews)
"Beautiful view of ocean, we stayed in room 805, we had view of park and ocean.great location."
Australia
Darcelle
The price is €124
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Oaks R Suites Geelong
A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by tropical plants and a modern building.

9. Eden Oak Geelong

Eden Oak Geelong
4.0 star property
East Geelong, 2 km from The Carousel
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (603 reviews)
"Great location, staff and food. Breakfast was substantial and yummy. Our room had been newly renovated and was clean with a very comfortable king size bed. Would stay there anytime."
Australia
Allan
The price is €84
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
Eden Oak Geelong
A swimming pool with a clear reflection, surrounded by a well-maintained hedge and a modern building with a flat roof.

10. Admiralty Inn

Admiralty Inn
3.0 star property
Geelong Central, 1.2 km from The Carousel
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,003 reviews)
"Budget friendly hotel close to City Centre"
Australia
Rick
The price is €52
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Admiralty Inn
A modern hotel reception area with a wooden reception desk, a mounted television, and a view of the beach through a glass wall.

11. Quest Geelong

Quest Geelong
4.0 star property
Waterfront Precinct, 1 km from The Carousel
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (435 reviews)
"Great location. Perfect size for family of 4 and parking available"
Australia
Craig
The price is €90
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Quest Geelong
An aerial view of a coastal city with dense urban development, a marina, and a clear view of the ocean.

12. Kingsway Motel Geelong

Kingsway Motel Geelong
2.0 star property
Newtown, 1.1 km from The Carousel
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (161 reviews)
"Freshly renovated, mini fridge and microwave very handy"
Australia
Akshan
The price is €80
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Kingsway Motel Geelong
A garden pathway leading to a building with outdoor seating and air conditioning units.

13. Parkwood Motel and Apartments

Parkwood Motel and Apartments
3.5 star property
2.8 km from The Carousel
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (320 reviews)
"Nice and quiet with garden view and close to The Sphinx hotel for meals. Older style rooms but comfortable."
Australia
Rachael
The price is €106
includes taxes & fees
5 Dec - 6 Dec
Parkwood Motel and Apartments
A reception desk with a variety of travel brochures and a membership certificate on the wall.

14. Rippleside Park Motor Inn

Rippleside Park Motor Inn
2.5 star property
2 km from The Carousel
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (408 reviews)
"The gentleman at the front desk was so lovely to chat with. The room was great and close to beach and other things to see n do"
Australia
donna
The price is €93
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Rippleside Park Motor Inn
A family of three walking on a beach with waves.

15. Rydges Geelong

Rydges Geelong
4.0 star property
Geelong Central, 1 km from The Carousel
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Great budget friendly stay"
Australia
Stephanie
The price is €95
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Rydges Geelong
A marina with numerous boats docked along a calm waterway, a bridge in the background, and a clear sky.

16. Best Western Geelong Motor Inn & Serviced Apartments

Best Western Geelong Motor Inn & Serviced Apartments
4.0 star property
Waterfront Precinct, 1.3 km from The Carousel
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"We enjoyed our stay. We had a large room. The manager was very obliging and helpful. An added bonus was the indoor pool and spa which we used. The only downside was that it was close to a busy road and noisy when sleeping."
Australia
Glenda
The price is €84
includes taxes & fees
26 Nov - 27 Nov
Best Western Geelong Motor Inn & Serviced Apartments
A modern motel with a large garage and a visible sign for a car wash.

17. Belmercer Motel

Belmercer Motel
4.0 star property
Waterfront Precinct, 0.8 km from The Carousel
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Mattress seemed very firm Staff very helpful rooms clean and tidy We would stay again"
Australia
Dean
The price is €89
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Belmercer Motel
A modern hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, and a view of the sea and a Ferris wheel.

18. Oaks Vue Suites Geelong

Oaks Vue Suites Geelong
4.5 star property
Geelong Central, 0.5 km from The Carousel
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,529 reviews)
"Great apartment, clean and comfortable."
Australia
Roni
The price is €124
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Oaks Vue Suites Geelong
A balcony with a view of the sea and marina, a sofa with a colorful pillow, and a painting on the wall.

19. Novotel Geelong

Novotel Geelong
4.0 star property
Waterfront Precinct, 0.1 km from The Carousel
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Amazing stay but renovations were happening and the pool area was part of this construction zone. Apart from this. Amazing."
Australia
Grant
The price is €126
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Novotel Geelong
A modern building with a glass facade, a sign for 'Transport Accident Commission,' and a green awning with the number '60' on the ground floor.

20. Bay City Motel Geelong

Bay City Motel Geelong
4.0 star property
Geelong Central, 0.7 km from The Carousel
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (706 reviews)
"Convenient location - accessible walk from train station. A short stroll to Botanic Garden and water front. Thank you"
Australia
Anna
The price is €110
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Bay City Motel Geelong
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Compare popular hotels close to The Carousel

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A modern living room with a sofa, dining table, and chairs. There is a TV mounted on the wall and a window with a view of the city.
Quest Geelong Central
4.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
332 reviews
View
A room with a sofa, a dining table with chairs, a lamp, and a painting.
Bayside Geelong Hotel & Apartments, an Ascend Collection Hotel
4.5 star property
9.6
Exceptional
126 reviews
View
A neatly made bed with a brown blanket, a white pillow, and a vase with dried flowers on a bedside table.
Anchor Geelong
3.5 star property
9.6
Exceptional
385 reviews
View
A swimming pool with a clear view of the surrounding area, including palm trees and a building with a covered patio.
Barwon Valley Lodge
4.5 star property
9.6
Exceptional
466 reviews
View
A modern two-story building with a balcony, large windows, and a gated entrance.
Timber Door Luxury Accommodation Geelong
4.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
156 reviews
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Top The Carousel Hotel Reviews

Rydges Geelong

Rydges Geelong

10/10 Excellent
"Staff at reception were friendly and helpful on arrival"
Bianca 1-night trip
Posted 8 hours ago
Rydges Geelong

Other attractions near The Carousel

Steampacket Gardens

8.0/10 (4 reviews)
Learn about the local history of Geelong with a stop at Steampacket Gardens. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this relaxing area.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around The Carousel?
The Carousel is located in a welcoming area of Geelong known for its beautiful beaches and golfing. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 91 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
What's the best hotel to stay near The Carousel?
Adjacent to The Carousel, Crowne Plaza Geelong by IHG is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers 2 restaurants and 2 bars. Other good choices within a short distance include Rydges Geelong and Admiralty Inn.
How many hotels can I expect to find near The Carousel?
Expedia has 91 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from The Carousel.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near The Carousel, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review the top deals on offer near The Carousel.
What can I see and do near The Carousel?
You'll want to browse the exhibits at National Wool Museum and Museum of Play and Art. Sights like Old Geelong Gaol and The Heights Heritage House and Garden highlight some of the local culture. You can wander around Geelong Botanical Gardens, Rippleside Park or Steampacket Gardens if you want a dose of fresh air.
How can I get to The Carousel?
If you're hopping a train into the city, Geelong Station is the closest station to Waterfront Precinct. There may not be many public transport choices near to The Carousel so consider renting a car to see more of the area.