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Service9.2
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Natcha Kaewsim
1 King Standard
Stayed in Apr 2025
Couples
10 review
10.0/10
Outstanding
Posted on May 7, 2025
I had a great stay at the Holiday Inn Geelong. The room was spacious with a cute, modern design that made it feel really comfortable and inviting. The hotel is in a fantastic location—just a short walk to plenty of restaurants, which made dining out super convenient. One thing to note: parking is available on-site, but there is an additional cost, so keep that in mind when planning your visit. Overall, a very enjoyable experience!
Response from Property: Dear Natcha,Thank you so much for your lovely review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your stay at Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong and found the room spacious, modern, and comfortable. It's great to know our central location made dining out easy and enjoyable for you. We appreciate your feedback regarding parking—it's helpful for future guests to know. We hope to welcome you back again soon for another great stay!Best regardsMichael HuangDirector of Sales & Marketing
Yu Chen Lu
Standard Room
Stayed in Nov 2024
Solo travelers
4 review
10.0/10
Outstanding
Posted on Dec 29, 2024
I recently stayed at this hotel, and it exceeded my expectations in every way. The cleanliness was impeccable - every corner of the room and common areas was spotless. It's clear that the staff takes great pride in maintaining a high standard.
The location couldn't have been more convenient, with easy access to nearby attractions, restaurants, and transportation options. It made exploring the area a breeze.
Speaking of the staff, they were exceptional - friendly, attentive, and always willing to help.
Whether it was a quick question or a special request, they went above and beyond to ensure a comfortable stay.
Overall, I highly recommend this hotel to anyone looking for a clean, well-located place with fantastic service. I'll definitely be back for my next visit!
Response from Property: Dear Guest,Thank you so much for your glowing review! We’re absolutely thrilled to hear that your stay exceeded your expectations in every way. Maintaining impeccable cleanliness is a top priority for us, and we’re delighted that you noticed and appreciated our efforts.Our location is indeed one of our key highlights, and it’s wonderful to hear that it made exploring the area convenient and enjoyable for you. Most importantly, we’re so proud of our team for providing exceptional service and ensuring your stay was comfortable and memorable.Your kind words and recommendation mean the world to us. We can’t wait to welcome you back on your next visit!Kind regardsMichael HuangDirector of Sales & Marketing
afsicher
Standard Room
Stayed in Oct 2024
Couples
2 review
10.0/10
Outstanding
Posted on Dec 2, 2024
Very clean and new hotel. Staff were very attentive and kind would recommend to travellers. It’s also in a very close location to the city center of Geelong and waterfront.
Response from Property: Dear afsicherThanks for staying with us and leaving us a 5 star review. Glad to learn you have enjoyed your stay and the service from our staff has been attentive.We really look forward to welcoming you back to Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong.Best regardaMichael HuangDirector of Sales & Marketing
CraigC
1 King Standard
Stayed in Apr 2025
Solo travelers
3 review
9.5/10
Amazing
Posted on May 14, 2025
Very nice hotel. Rooms are a good size, clean, comfortable.
Dinner was good. Breakfast was outstanding.
Highly recommend this hotel
Response from Property: Dear CraigC,Thank you so much for your kind words and for taking the time to share your experience with us. We're delighted to hear you enjoyed your stay, especially the comfort and cleanliness of our rooms, your dinner experience, and that breakfast stood out—it’s something we take great pride in!We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you back to Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong again soon.Warm regards,MichaelDirector of Sales & MarketingHoliday Inn & Suites Geelong
hailhydra
1 King Standard
Stayed in Aug 2024
Couples
4 review
10.0/10
Outstanding
Posted on Oct 19, 2024
this hotel is so clean and comfortable living. The room is very bright and big. the staff are so nice!
highly recommend!
Response from Property: Dear hailhydra,Thank you for staying with us.Rest assured, the team will be informed of your kind words, and we hope to see you soon.Best regards,Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong
Guest User
1 King Standard
Stayed in Oct 2024
Family
2 review
10.0/10
Outstanding
Posted on Dec 31, 2024
Very impressed with the cleaners of the room. Great location and appreciate the free update by the staff
Response from Property: Thank you for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear you were impressed with the cleanliness of your room and that our location met your expectations. We're also glad you enjoyed the complimentary upgrade—our team always strives to make your stay as enjoyable as possible. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future!Michael HuangDirector of Sales & Marketing
DuchessDolce
1 King Standard
Stayed in Mar 2024
Couples
4 review
10.0/10
Outstanding
Posted on Apr 21, 2024
Fresh hotel. Very clean and seems like newly renovated. Very nice design with relaxing colors. Aesthetically pleasing accommodation. Good breakfast buffet, worth the extra pay.
Response from Property: Dear Jenica,Thanks for staying with us and we are thrilled to learn you have enjoyed your stay with us. The hotel is a brand new-built opened in September 2023. We look forward to welcoming you back to our hotel.Best regardsMichael HuangDirector of Sales & Marketing
Klaus
1 King Standard
Stayed in Nov 2024
Family
19 review
8.0/10
Very Good
Posted on Dec 30, 2024
The Hotel is very clean, located not far away from the main road of the town.
Response from Property: Dear Klaus,Thank you for your kind words! We're delighted to hear that you appreciated the cleanliness of our hotel and its convenient location near the main road. We hope it made exploring the town easy and enjoyable for you. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future!Best regardsMichael HuangDirector of Sales & Marketing
Rosco Chow
Standard Room
Stayed in Oct 2024
Couples
3 review
10.0/10
Outstanding
Posted on Nov 24, 2024
hotel is in a very convenient location. it is just within 10mins to train station.
Response from Property: Thank you for staying with us and taking the time to share your experience. We are thrilled to know we have met all your expectations, and we hope to see you soon.Best regards,Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong Team
David
1 King Standard Bay View
Stayed in Jul 2024
Couples
28 review
8.5/10
Very Good
Posted on Aug 23, 2024
New hotel in city centre, with eateries about 500m away. Hotel provides garage parking that comes with a fee, but you can park on nearby streets for free after 5:30pm.
TV is internet ready but need special device to access Google Chromecast to enjoy Netflix, YouTube, etc. So ended up watching terrestrial tv programmes.
Breakfast spread is good and recommended
Response from Property: Thank you for sharing your experience! We're delighted to hear you enjoyed our convenient city-centre location and the nearby dining options. We appreciate your feedback about the parking and the TV setup. We'll consider ways to make streaming services more accessible for our guests in the future. It's wonderful to know you found our breakfast spread enjoyable, and we hope to welcome you back soon for an even better stay!Michael HuangDirector of Sales & Marketing
Natalia
1 King Standard
Stayed in Dec 2024
Couples
9 review
9.5/10
Amazing
Posted on Jan 12, 2025
Almost perfect except for cleanness in the room
Response from Property: Dear Natalia,Thank you for your feedback. We’re thrilled you enjoyed your stay but regret that the room cleanliness fell short. Rest assured, we’re addressing this with our team to improve.We hope to welcome you back for a flawless experience soon!Best regards,Michael HuangDirector of Sales & Marketing
Guest User
1 King Standard
Stayed in Jan 2025
Travel with friends
1 review
4.0/10
Posted on Feb 5, 2025
No water in the night and no compensation.
Response from Property: Thank you for sharing your feedback. We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience caused by the water disruption during your stay. Unfortunately, this was due to severe weather conditions beyond our control. We understand how frustrating this must have been and truly appreciate your understanding. We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back for a more seamless experience in the future.
Chayanit
2 Singles Standard
Stayed in Nov 2024
Business travelers
8 review
10.0/10
Outstanding
Posted on Feb 26, 2025
Clean and comfortable. Close to the train station
Response from Property: Hi Chayanit,Thank you for your kind review! We're delighted to hear that you found your stay clean and comfortable. Our convenient location near the train station makes exploring Geelong even easier, and we're glad it added to your experience. We hope to welcome you back again soon! 🚆😊Best regardsMichael HuangDirector of Sales & Marketing
Sheau hui
Premium Room With Two Double Beds
Stayed in Apr 2024
Family
8 review
8.0/10
Very Good
Posted on Jun 1, 2024
The hotel is spacious and clean! The staff are friendly and helpful! Will definitely come back again!
Response from Property: Dear Sheau hui, Thank you very much for your feedback. We're delighted to read that your stay at our hotel was great. Looking forward to welcoming you again. Best Regards,Shayan BanaFront Office Duty Manager
Guest User
2 Singles Standard
Stayed in Jul 2024
Family
6 review
10.0/10
Outstanding
Posted on Sep 1, 2024
Very good Stay. The location Is amazing. The service is excellent.
Response from Property: Thank you for sharing your experience! We're delighted to hear you enjoyed our convenient city-centre location and service provided by our lovely colleagues. We look forward to welcoming you back to our hotel soon. Michael Huang, Director of Sales & Marketing