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1. Eden Oak Geelong

Eden Oak Geelong
4.0 star property
East Geelong, 15.3 km from Lara
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (579 reviews)
"Everything was perfect from reception, the room, restaurant and the food."
Australia
Brian
The price is ₩121,143
₩133,257 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Eden Oak Geelong
Beach

2. Rydges Geelong

Rydges Geelong
4.0 star property
Geelong Central, 15.8 km from Lara
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,004 reviews)
"Great place to stay, close to GMHBA stadium"
Australia
Kristian
The price is ₩137,403
₩151,143 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Rydges Geelong
Pool

3. Admiralty Inn

Admiralty Inn
3.0 star property
Geelong Central, 16.1 km from Lara
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,001 reviews)
"We were very happy with our stay."
Australia
Alice
The price is ₩97,348
₩107,083 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Admiralty Inn
Buffet

4. Nightcap at Gateway Hotel

Nightcap at Gateway Hotel
3.5 star property
Corio, 8.5 km from Lara
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (362 reviews)
"Separate accommodation away from the pub/pokies building, which was nice"
Australia
Etienne
The price is ₩97,564
₩107,320 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Nightcap at Gateway Hotel
Standard Room

5. Kingsway Motel Geelong

Kingsway Motel Geelong
2.0 star property
Newtown, 15.6 km from Lara
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (155 reviews)
"Good quality budget motel, rooms well renovate comfy and clise to city."
Australia
Kenneth
The price is ₩112,923
₩124,215 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 16 - Sep 17
Kingsway Motel Geelong
Deluxe Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Bay View

6. Oaks Vue Suites Geelong

Oaks Vue Suites Geelong
4.5 star property
Geelong Central, 15.2 km from Lara
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,520 reviews)
"Fantastic Stay!"
Australia
Jason
The price is ₩179,771
₩197,748 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Oaks Vue Suites Geelong
Executive Apartment, 3 Bedrooms | Living area

7. Quest Geelong Central

Quest Geelong Central
4.0 star property
Geelong Central, 15.7 km from Lara
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (323 reviews)
"Accommodation was excellent, central to CBD, staff were welcoming and very informative. Will definitely stay again."
Australia
Maureen
The price is ₩160,169
₩176,186 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 11 - Sep 12
Quest Geelong Central
Room

8. Belmercer Motel

Belmercer Motel
4.0 star property
Waterfront Precinct, 14.7 km from Lara
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,003 reviews)
"A clean and handy traditional motel with everything I needed. Everything worked and I slept well in a comfortable bed."
Australia
Geoffrey
The price is ₩129,272
₩142,199 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Belmercer Motel
Spa

9. Rose Garden Motel

Rose Garden Motel
4.0 star property
Belmont, 18.7 km from Lara
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (548 reviews)
"Great place to stay Thanks to the team that look after the property"
Australia
Ken
The price is ₩115,628
₩127,195 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Rose Garden Motel
Room 1 - Torquay 2 Bedroom Studio

10. Anchor Geelong

Anchor Geelong
3.5 star property
Geelong Central, 15.7 km from Lara
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (378 reviews)
"Very simple parking, check in very easy, will stay again"
Australia
Jeremy
The price is ₩127,811
₩151,988 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 26 - Aug 27
Anchor Geelong
Living area

11. Parkside Motel Geelong

Parkside Motel Geelong
3.0 star property
Belmont, 18 km from Lara
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Convenient location"
Australia
Rodney
The price is ₩119,516
₩131,468 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Parkside Motel Geelong
Lobby

12. Rippleside Park Motor Inn

Rippleside Park Motor Inn
2.5 star property
13.6 km from Lara
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (406 reviews)
"Good position, friendly staff"
Australia
Greg
The price is ₩126,470
₩139,120 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Rippleside Park Motor Inn
Spa Suite | Bathroom

13. Sphinx Hotel Motel

Sphinx Hotel Motel
4.0 star property
North Geelong, 13.9 km from Lara
7.2 out of 10, Good, (527 reviews)
"Hotel was in a good location for us to board the sprit of Tasmania. It’s a basic and dated hotel but it was okay for what we needed. "
Australia
Anonymous traveler
The price is ₩145,440
₩159,988 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Sphinx Hotel Motel
Property grounds

14. Parkwood Motel and Apartments

Parkwood Motel and Apartments
3.5 star property
14.1 km from Lara
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (319 reviews)
"Nice place great position"
Australia
David
The price is ₩146,347
₩160,982 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Parkwood Motel and Apartments
Boating

15. Best Western Geelong Motor Inn & Serviced Apartments

Best Western Geelong Motor Inn & Serviced Apartments
4.0 star property
Waterfront Precinct, 14.4 km from Lara
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Great location, a walk to the foreshore and town, and hany for the Spirit of Tasmania terminal."
Australia
Carol
The price is ₩121,948
₩134,141 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Best Western Geelong Motor Inn & Serviced Apartments
View from room

16. Oaks R Suites Geelong

Oaks R Suites Geelong
4.0 star property
Geelong Central, 15.2 km from Lara
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (858 reviews)
"Great location, very roomy, exceedingly helpful staff. "
United States
Jan
The price is ₩179,771
₩197,748 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Oaks R Suites Geelong
Pool

17. Abbotswood Motor Inn

Abbotswood Motor Inn
3.0 star property
Belmont, 20.4 km from Lara
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (438 reviews)
"staff were amazing. "
Australia
Andrew
The price is ₩116,797
₩128,477 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Abbotswood Motor Inn
Deluxe Bay View Twin Room

18. Eastern Sands City Centre

Eastern Sands City Centre
3.5 star property
Geelong Central, 15.2 km from Lara
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1,003 reviews)
"Location close to everything ,rooms were spacious and beds super comfortable."
Australia
Jodie
The price is ₩106,101
₩116,711 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 6 - Sep 7
Eastern Sands City Centre
Property grounds

19. Little River Bed & Breakfast

Little River Bed & Breakfast
4.0 star property
9.2 km from Lara
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (212 reviews)
"Absolutely beautiful, loved our stay! Great room, huge bathroom, and breakfast was a super nice touch. 10/10"
Australia
Alla
The price is ₩157,323
₩173,055 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 5 - Sep 6
Little River Bed & Breakfast
Exterior

20. Waurn Ponds Estate

Waurn Ponds Estate
2.5 star property
Waurn Ponds, 23.2 km from Lara
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (83 reviews)
"Great stay"
Australia
Stuart
The price is ₩219,520
₩241,472 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 29 - Aug 30
Waurn Ponds Estate
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Where to stay in Lara

Find the best Lara areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
A large Ferris wheel with purple and yellow cabins against a clear blue sky, surrounded by palm trees.
Photo by Abe Groot
Open Photo by Abe Groot

Geelong Central

If you're spending some time in Geelong Central, Westfield Geelong and Geelong Performing Arts Center are top sights worth seeing.

A sculpture of two figures, a road sign, and a coastal landscape.

Mount Duneed

While visiting Mount Duneed, you might make a stop by sights like Narana Aboriginal Cultural Centre and Conewarre K47 Streamside Reserve.

A waterfront promenade with palm trees, a fountain, and a distant pier.
Photo by Donna McEachran
Open Photo by Donna McEachran

Waterfront Precinct

If you're spending some time in Waterfront Precinct, Eastern Beach Swimming Enclosure and Eastern Beach are top sights worth seeing.

A sign about Jerringtong Wildlife Reserve, including a map and information on waterbirds.
Photo by Jade Craven
Open Photo by Jade Craven

Belmont

Get to know Belmont by checking out its shopping, spas, and river views. Consider a visit to nearby sights like GMHBA Stadium or Geelong Showground during your time in the area.

Waurn Ponds

Visitors to Waurn Ponds enjoy its shopping, and if you want to do some exploring, Saint Regis Winery is worth a stop.

Top Lara Hotel Reviews

Eastern Sands City Centre

Eastern Sands City Centre

10/10 Excellent
"Staff were helpful , parking was ok except for my car alarm going off at 11.30 pm ???? Room was an older style but was very clean , i would definitely book to stay their again in the future."
BARRY 1-night trip
Posted 7 hours ago
Eastern Sands City Centre

Frequently asked questions

What is Lara like?
Lara is a neighborhood that travelers like for its parks and museums. Be sure to check out You Yangs Regional Park and Serendip Sanctuary as part of your Lara travel plans.
What's a favorite place to stay in Lara?
Based on our traveler data, Sweet Dreams Retreat At Lara is one of the top choices for your stay in Lara. This guesthouse offers free parking and private balconies.
How many hotels can I expect to find in the Lara area?
Expedia has 7 Lara hotels and other accommodations, and one might make a good home base for venturing out into the greater Geelong area.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Lara, will I receive a refund?
Yes, most hotel room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view the best deals available in Lara.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Lara?
To find more details about rescheduling or cancelling your trip to Lara, head over to our customer service page.
What is there to do around this Geelong neighborhood?
Spend some time exploring the great outdoors at Serendip Sanctuary, Kevin Hoffman Walk, and Six Ways Bell Park. You Yangs Regional Park and Lara Heritage and Historical Museum are some other stops to visit in the neighborhood. Places you might want to visit in the area around Lara include Limeburners Lagoon Flora and Fauna Reserve and Elcho Park Golf Course. Make a stop at Avalon Coastal Reserve and You Yangs while you're sightseeing around the area.
How can I get around Lara and the greater Geelong area?
To venture out of town, take a train from Lara Station.