Eastern Sands City Centre

Hotels
6.8 (1356 reviews)
1 Bellerine Street , Geelong , au

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Luggage storage
Fax/photocopying
Ironing service
Outdoor furniture
Staff adhere to local safety protocols
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Good location
Cons:
Poor cleanliness
Outdated rooms
High prices

Categories

Cleanliness
5.16
Multiple complaints about dirty bathrooms, filthy conditions, and overall lack of cleanliness.
Service
7.63
Some reviews mentioned understanding and friendly staff, but also noted poor reception experiences.
Location
8.67
Consistently positive comments about the hotel's location.
Room Quality
5.62
Negative comments about outdated rooms, dirty conditions, and overall dissatisfaction.
Amenities
6.65
Noted lack of amenities like wifi and basic supplies in rooms.
Value for Money
6.61
Comments regarding high prices for poor quality.
Food and Beverage
7.46
No specific mentions, assumed average quality.
Overall Experience
6.63
Many negative experiences overshadowed some positive aspects.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-08 04:27

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation Near Eastern Beach
Located just 200 metres from Eastern Beach, Eastern Sands City Centre offers air-conditioned rooms with satellite TV. The hotel boasts a bar and restaurant with a cozy fireplace, perfect for unwinding after a day of exploring.

Convenient Location and Amenities
Situated a short walk from Geelong Botanical Gardens and the train station, and a quick 10-minute drive from Geelong Airport, our hotel provides easy access to all the city has to offer. Enjoy free covered parking during your stay.

Dining with a View
Indulge in a culinary experience at Fish Bowl Restaurant, known for its delectable steaks and seafood, all while enjoying stunning waterfront views. Pair your meal with a selection of beers and wines at the on-site bar.

Book your stay at Eastern Sands City Centre for a memorable and relaxing getaway by the beach.

Important information:

Kindly note that vaccination certificate is required upon check in.

Please note that when booking multiple rooms, a prepayment policy will apply.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Airport code: MEL

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for AUD 25 per person per night when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    People 2 years old and over stay for AUD 35 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

6.8
Based on 1356 reviews
Cleanliness: 5.16
Service: 7.63
Location: 8.67
Room Quality: 5.62
Amenities: 6.65
Value for Money: 6.61
Food and Beverage: 7.46
Overall Experience: 6.63
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Cyrill family_with_children au
1
2026-05-27 via Nuitee
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Heather solo_traveller au
7
2026-05-26 via Nuitee
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BarbyJ solo_traveller au
8
Pros:

Great location

2026-05-26 via Nuitee
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Valérie solo_traveller fr
3
2026-05-26 via Nuitee
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Jade family_with_children au
6
A fairly reasonable motel close to the beach. Friendly and helpful staff.
Cons:

The heating and cooling unit in our room. It is VERY loud and would wake everyone up each time it started up.

2026-05-25 via Nuitee
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Rebecca family_with_children au
5
Short and nasty
Pros:

Not much

Cons:

Filthy

2026-05-24 via Nuitee
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Abraham extended_group au
8
2026-05-24 via Nuitee
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Kelly family_with_children au
7
2026-05-14 via Nuitee
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Kelly solo_traveller au
7
2026-05-14 via Nuitee
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Gordon solo_traveller au
7
Pros:

Location was great. Room was clean.

Cons:

Some lights didn't work. Hair dryer detached from the wall. Bathroom mouldy. Outside windows dirty. The motel needs renovation.

2026-05-12 via Nuitee
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Racheal solo_traveller au
7
Pros:

Close to things and affordable

Cons:

Lack of staff. And just the basic things in the room

2026-05-10 via Nuitee
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Diana solo_traveller au
3
2026-04-29 via Nuitee
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Erin family_with_children au
3
Pros:

great location

Cons:

bathroom was not clean. TV didnt work..

2026-04-26 via Nuitee
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Jeffrey solo_traveller au
7
It was cold and wet and my team lost the game but I was satisfied with the room.
Pros:

The location was good, not too far from the train station or GMHBA Stadium, and also close to the coast. The rooms a good size and had the necessary facilities. The bed was comfortable. I arrived early and was hoping to just leave my luggage until I checked in but the staff were able to organise a room for me to check into immediately, which was very much appreciated.

Cons:

The shower made quite a noise when being used but I really have no other complaints. It's obviously an old and dated complex but it was generally comfortable.

2026-04-26 via Nuitee
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Jenny couple au
7
I would stay again
Pros:

Great position

Cons:

The guy running the place was running reception and cleaning rooms… poor guy

2026-04-19 via Nuitee
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Johnston solo_traveller au
1
Wouldn't stay here if you paid me
Pros:

Nothing. We didn't stay because the place was so dirty, run down and didn't feel safe

Cons:

Everything. Staff member was rude. Place was filthy

2026-04-15 via Nuitee
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Laiju solo_traveller au
6
Pros:

The location is great, with clean and comfortable rooms.

Cons:

The air conditioning system is way older and is making a scary noise.

2026-04-12 via Nuitee
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Sam solo_traveller au
7
2026-04-11 via Nuitee
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Ann couple au
3
it was ok not as clean as last time we stayed
Pros:

;ocation

Cons:

wasn't the cleanest

2026-04-07 via Nuitee
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Rachelle family_with_children au
8
good
Pros:

all

Cons:

came back after having dinner at 7.30 pm and the car park was full so had to park on street, was worried would get a ticket in morning, so went out to have a look at midnight and there was a park then so moved the car into motel carpark, so it seems that customers in near by restarants may use motel carpark

2026-04-05 via Nuitee