Barwon Valley Lodge  

Set on ten acres alongside the Barwon River reserve in Belmont, just minutes from Geelong town centre and about 3 km from the city centre. Close to Balyang Sanctuary, Little Creatures Brewery and GMHBA Stadium, with the Spirit of Tasmania ferry terminal a short drive away. A family-friendly aparthotel with free self-parking and easy access to local sights.

Quality 1–2 bedroom apartments with warm, homely décor and river-garden views. Suites feature kitchens with full-sized fridges and stovetops, pillowtop beds with premium bedding, large flat-screen TVs and DVD players in some rooms. Air-conditioning, heating, laptop-friendly desks and in-room safes keep stays comfortable and practical.

Outdoor pool, hot tub/spa and an outdoor tennis court set against landscaped gardens. Kids have a playground, and golfers will find courses within 3 km. There’s a picnic and barbecue area, a spa centre, on-site bar and restaurant, plus tour/ticket assistance and vending machines — wake up to river-breeze mornings and easy on-site recreation.

Complimentary wired and wireless internet throughout, luggage storage and a front-desk safe-deposit box. Rooms include desks and laptop-compatible safes for working on the go.

On-site restaurant and bar serving local flavours and casual bites. Self-cater options include kitchen-equipped apartments and a picnic/BBQ area for relaxed meals outdoors.