Waurn Ponds Estate

3.0 star property
Hotel in Geelong with free breakfast and outdoor pool

Room options

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Accessible King/Twin, Non-Smoking

Accessible King/Twin, Non-Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Standard-Plus King/Twin, Non-Smoking

Standard-Plus King/Twin, Non-Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Standard King/Twin, Non-Smoking

Standard King/Twin, Non-Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Suite, Non-Smoking

Suite, Non-Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
  • 48 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

About the area

Geelong

Waurn Ponds Estate places you steps from Geelong Waurn Ponds Campus and within a 20-minute stroll of Saint Regis Winery. Highlights at this hotel include free breakfast (local cuisine), an outdoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .This business-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a business centre and concierge services. Other amenities include a conference centre, a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services. Each morning free breakfast is served. .In proximity to this 3-property class Waurn Ponds hotel you'll find Spirit of Tasmania Ferry Terminal.

What's nearby

  • Geelong Waurn Ponds Campus - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Saint Regis Winery - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Waurn Ponds Shopping Centre - 4 min drive - 2.3 km
  • GMHBA Stadium - 13 min drive - 10.2 km
  • Spirit of Tasmania Ferry Terminal - 19 min drive - 17.3 km

Getting around

  • Waurn Ponds Station - 7 min drive
  • Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Go Naked Coffee - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Schnitz - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Bean Squeeze - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Mad Mex - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Waurn Ponds Estate

Hotel in Geelong with free breakfast and outdoor pool
WiFi is free in public spaces. A business centre, 10 meeting rooms, and coworking spaces are available. Free breakfast is available daily. An outdoor pool, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at the business-friendly Waurn Ponds Estate. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Geelong hotel is smoke free.

  • 60 guestrooms or units
  • Conference rooms
  • Local cuisine
  • Breakfast available (free)
  • Conference centre
  • Business facilities
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
Waurn Ponds Estate offers 60 accommodations with espresso makers and complimentary bathrobes. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 40-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include a shower and hairdryers.

This Geelong hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices). Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 10 meeting rooms
  • Business centre
  • Conference centre
  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices in meeting rooms
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • No lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Meal delivery service
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 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

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from 21 December to 9 January:
  • Business centre
  • Meeting facilities
  • Parking area
  • Swimming pool

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

Important information

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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Waurn Ponds Estate?

Yep, Waurn Ponds Estate has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at Waurn Ponds Estate?

As of 19 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Waurn Ponds Estate on 18 Jan 2026 start from NZ$238.72, 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 Waurn Ponds Estate?

The closest beach to Waurn Ponds Estate is Eastern Beach (9 km).

Does Waurn Ponds Estate have a pool?

Waurn Ponds Estate has an outdoor pool.

Does Waurn Ponds Estate serve breakfast?

You bet, free local cuisine brekkie is offered daily between 7:00 AM and 9:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Waurn Ponds Estate?

No, Waurn Ponds Estate does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Waurn Ponds Estate?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Waurn Ponds Estate?

No, pets are not allowed.

Waurn Ponds Estate Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 41 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 41 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 41 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 41 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 41 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Wendy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
They didn’t have our check in details and no room had been booked. We were told they don’t usually take bookings from Wotif. They gave us a room after a while but this confusion shouldn’t happen. Certainly not the attending staffs issue but there is an issue
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Trevor

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff very friendly and helpful. Felt very safe in that property. Very convenient and affordable. Perhaps the only thing I disliked was the lawn mowing early in the morning which disturbed our sleep.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were amazing! Especially Fiona at reception.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hayn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Buffet breakfast with extensive options. Nice grounds and facilities. Felt quiet and secluded.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was very surprising accommodation. The room was fabulous. The bathroom & amenities were great. Outstandingly clean and well appointed. The breakfast was sensational. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful experience, beautiful hotel. Lovely staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Fiona was fantastic. Thankyou
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Mervyn

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

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice breakfast and clean, convienient room. Thanks.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Kerryn

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My husband and I enjoyed 2 nights at Waurn Ponds estate while we spent time around the Geelong area. Central to Geelong city (GMHBA stadium quick 15 minute drive to watch the footy. Same to Geelong water front. Quick drive to Torquay and Bells Beach. We loved the heated outdoor pool and spa on a cold but sunny winters day. Surrounding gardens were beautiful and bird song could be heard everywhere. Our room was very clean and had everything we needed. Cozy, warm and quiet. Bathroom was spacious and the body wash and like products smelt amazing! Breakfast included was a bonus also. (Had only cooked breakfast the first day, and continental next day). Staff very friendly and always helpful. Would recommend this estate.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keesha Eala

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Me and my partner were seeking a quiet and relaxing accommodation whilst staying here at Geelong. Waurn Ponds Estate was able to provide what we were looking for. Clean room. Scenic view. Quiet and serene surroundings. Breakfast was pleasant and filling. Would definitely come back for our future stays here in Geelong. Thanks Waurn Ponds Estate!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ebony

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Andy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service good breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Siobhan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely Stay! Enjoyed the spa and the breakfast, so peaceful and quiet. Definitely will be back again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Lovely location super Facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Adrian, Adelaide

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A bit out of the way but ok
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a beautiful relaxing place to stay. The room was gorgeous with an extremely comfortable bed. We would certainly stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

D.j.

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very quiet, on Deakin campus grounds so amazing views. Clean, staff were amazing!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025