Drysdale accommodation from NZ$119

20 kilometres from the heart of Drysdale is the Mercure Hotel Geelong. Alternatively, the Novotel Geelong is positioned 20 kilometres away. Another possibility is to book the Best Western Admiralty Motor Inn or the Comfort Inn Bay City.

After you have spent some time in Drysdale, ensure you allow time to discover Southwest Victoria's other scenic and cultural delights. Photographers will appreciate Southwest Victoria's beaches and lakes. In addition you could head to a few of the area's history museums. Or spend some time mountain biking, cycling and picnicking while you are here.

6 kilometres to the northeast of Drysdale you will find Portarlington, where you can chill out and enjoy the Portarlington Waterfront, Portarlington Recreation Reserve and Portarlington Golf Club. If you'd like to spend a night or two in Portarlington, check out the Pelican Sands Bed & Breakfast and Portarlington Beach Motel. Queenscliff, home to the Swan Bay Holiday Park and Point Lonsdale Guest House, is 11 kilometres to the southeast of Drysdale. If you're staying in Queenscliff, set aside some time to check out the Queenscliff Maritime Museum and Queenscliff Harbour Observation Tower.

Before you head home from Geelong - Bellarine Peninsula, make sure you catch some sport. Visit Melbourne Cricket Ground to the northeast of Drysdale. Those wishing to find a bed near to the action can take their choice from the Hotel Barkly - Hostel or the Apartments Ink.

Tullamarine Airport is the most commonly used airport and is located 60 kilometres from central Drysdale. Conveniently located hotels include the Best Western Airport Motel and Convention Centre and the Quality Hotel Melbourne Airport.