Spirit of Tasmania Ferry Terminal - 8 min drive - 6.3 km
Getting around
Avalon Airport (AVV) - 24 min drive
Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon) - 62 min drive
Melbourne Airport (MEL) - 63 min drive
North Shore Station - 7 min drive
Marshall Station - 15 min drive
South Geelong Station - 19 min walk
Restaurants
Food Court - 5 min walk
Phoenix Hotel - 5 min walk
The Coffee Club - 5 min walk
Hi Sushi - 2 min walk
Schnitz - 5 min walk
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Waterfront By Gold Star Stays
Waterfront By Gold Star Stays puts you within a 10-minute drive of Spirit of Tasmania Ferry Terminal. Free perks include WiFi and self parking. A terrace and a garden are other highlights, and apartments feature jetted tubs and kitchens.
Languages
English
At a glance
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions
Special check-in instructions
There is no front desk at this property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Required at check-in
Credit card required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
Up to 3 children (3 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
No cribs (infant beds)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
Property amenities
Beach
Near the beach
Internet
Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Free self parking on site
Limited onsite parking
Family friendly
Children stay free (see details)
Kitchen
Refrigerator (full size)
Stovetop
Microwave
Oven
Dishwasher
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Toaster
Electric kettle
Bedrooms
Bed sheets provided
Rollaway/extra beds: AUD 60.0 per day
Bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Jetted bathtub
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels provided
Toilet paper
Living spaces
Living room
Entertainment
40-inch flat-screen TV
DVD player
Outdoor areas
Furnished balcony/patio
Terrace
Garden
Picnic area
Laundry
Washer/dryer
Laundry facilities
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Service animals only (pets not allowed)
Suitability/Accessibility
Elevator
Soundproofing
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
No housekeeping
Things to do
Windsurfing nearby
Fishing nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
General
2 rooms
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of AUD 25.00 (subject to availability)
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for AUD 60.0 per day
Policies
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip.
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
This property is professionally cleaned.
Also known as
Waterfront Gold Star Stays Apartment Geelong
Waterfront Gold Star Stays Apartment
Waterfront Gold Star Stays Geelong
Waterfront Gold Star Stays
Waterfront By Gold Star Stays Geelong
Waterfront By Gold Star Stays Apartment
Waterfront By Gold Star Stays Apartment Geelong
Frequently asked questions
Are pets allowed at Waterfront By Gold Star Stays?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Waterfront By Gold Star Stays?
Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spots may be limited.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Waterfront By Gold Star Stays?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of AUD 25.00 (subject to availability). Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Waterfront By Gold Star Stays and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like fishing and windsurfing. Enjoy amenities like a picnic area and a garden.
Does Waterfront By Gold Star Stays have private spa tubs?
Yes, each apartment has a jetted bathtub.
Does Waterfront By Gold Star Stays have a kitchen or kitchenette?
Yes, there is a kitchen which also includes a coffee maker, a toaster, and cookware.
Does Waterfront By Gold Star Stays have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, each apartment features a furnished balcony or patio.
What's the area around Waterfront By Gold Star Stays like?
Waterfront By Gold Star Stays is a short 1-minute walk from Westfield Geelong and 4 minutes' walk from The Carousel.
Waterfront By Gold Star Stays Reviews
Reviews
6.8
Good
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7.0/10
Cleanliness
7.0/10
Staff & service
6.8/10
Amenities
6.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
8/10 Very good
1 Oct 2024
John
John, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
24 Jul 2024
Excellent experience - everything was great
Lakshman
Lakshman, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
1 May 2024
The sheets were dirty and marked
The shower is so difficult to get in and out of
Ron
Ron, 1-night romance trip
Verified Lastminute guest review
4/10 Fair
15 Apr 2024
Poh-Loong
Poh-Loong, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
31 Jan 2024
Peter
Peter, 6-night trip
Verified Lastminute guest review
6/10 Good
5 Oct 2023
The room was dirty! Very disappointed to pay so much and it wasn’t clean
Mandy
Mandy, 1-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review
6/10 Good
24 Jul 2023
Very poor communication. Stuck outside property with no way to get in. Rude lady on other end of phone. Finally find a mobile number rang that another 20 mins to accsess property. He was helpful. Then couldnt access private parking. Until late at night. Beds were comfy and clean. Bathroom spotless. Heating good. Very very noisy from being on main street.
Kellie
Kellie, 1-night family trip
Verified Wotif guest review
8/10 Very good
21 Jul 2023
Property is in a great location and is well appointed.
If I were to say a negative, that would be the shower / spa bath didn’t drain as fast as the shower , leaving a pool of water which eventually subsided and the leak around the taped shower frame which I hadn’t noticed until it contacted my dry clothes
Barney
Barney, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
18 Jul 2023
Hot water is on some kind of weird timer and goes cold every 3 out 5 mins. You have t turn it off, wait 15 secs and start again.
Brett
Brett, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
29 May 2023
Fantastic location, but the property is a bit tired; one of the blinds in the living room was broken, so at street level people could see in. However for us the main letdown was the room situation. You pay for beds, not rooms, and we were a bit confused when we got a message about extra bedding costs (even though we booked via Expedia for our party). It was quickly resolved and the communication was excellent. For a short stay this property does the trick, but longer stays may disappoint.
Leanne
Leanne, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
27 May 2023
Proximity to waterfront, dining and walks were perfect
Michael
Michael, 4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
2/10 Poor
3 May 2023
This has been the worst experience I have ever had in thirty years of regular travel. The property owner never provided access and I had to seek alternative accomodation. Last minute were also less than useless through out the process with no direct contact possible. I have put a stop on the funds via amex and expect a full refund
Jay
Jay, 4-night family trip
Verified Lastminute guest review
4/10 Fair
12 Mar 2023
John
John, 2-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review
8/10 Very good
13 Jan 2023
Was well situated. Only stayed one night so didn’t use kitchen but unit was well presented.
Peter
Peter, 1-night family trip
Verified Wotif guest review
4/10 Fair
4 Jan 2023
For the amount we paid we were really disappointed with the stay. The apartment is outdated, furniture is old,dirty and broken. Needs a really good clean all over.
The ensuite shower is near un usable with the water turning cold every 30-40seconds, the shower still had sand in it from the people who stayed last.
The crack on the sink area is just dangerous as 1/4 of the stone is completely broken.
Communication was poor, we weren’t able to access the property until after 4pm.
Wouldn’t stay again.
Zambri
Verified Lastminute guest review
6/10 Good
3 Dec 2022
Location was good.
Keith
Verified Wotif guest review
10/10 Exceptional
30 Oct 2022
Craig
Craig, 1-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review
8/10 Very good
28 Oct 2022
Brendan
Brendan, 1-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review
8/10 Very good
25 Oct 2022
Great position, secure. No traffic noise.
Shower over a deep spa bath could be a problem getting in and out for older person.
Needs a bit of maintenance on shutters, doors. I like a room you can black out and that was a problem.
A humming noise through the room I had.
Cheryl
Cheryl, 1-night business trip
Verified Wotif guest review
6/10 Good
27 Sep 2022
Ajay
Ajay, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
26 Jun 2022
Sanjay
Sanjay, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
4/10 Fair
14 Apr 2022
The apartment is in a great location but was very dirty (crumbs from the last guests toast still on the kitchen bench, every dish/glass was dirty, sticky floors, dirty bath. I could go on and on) with nearly every fixture either broken, loose or falling off.
The pool is not actually in the hotel next door and you need to book a time and walk next door to use it. We were told due to school holidays housekeepers were overwhelmed which i appreciate but we also pay extra due to school holidays.
Overall really disappointed with the poorly maintained and dirty apartment
Aaron
Aaron, 2-night family trip
Verified Lastminute guest review
4/10 Fair
6 Mar 2022
The place was just ok for a night stay. Everthing is run down and needs alot of work to make nice again. The location was awesome but thats not enough to come back.
CLAIRE
CLAIRE, 2-night romance trip
Verified Wotif guest review
2/10 Poor
16 Jan 2022
Sinan
Sinan, 3-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review
10/10 Exceptional
11 Dec 2021
Location, brilliant, apartment also brilliant
The easy to use contactless check in is just the start of the great stay at The Waterfront Apartments. Firstly the apartment was perfect. Large and roomy living and dining area with a well appointed kitchen complemented the spacious bedrooms. A furnished balcony provided a perfect place to rest and watch the world go by. The location was perfect, right on the waterfront and close to a great selection of restaurants, cafes and hotels. You are one block away from Westfield shopping centre. Overall an excellent place to base yourself when visiting the region and one we would not hesitate to use again. One small word of warning, you get one free off street parking spot in the underground parking area - if you have a vehicle larger than a compact then getting around the carpark is not for the feint hearted!