Discovery Parks - Geelong

Geelong is an energetic city situated just an hour from the Melbourne CBD, and right at the start of the famous Great Ocean Road in Victoria. Boasting a great atmosphere with plenty of things to do including great beaches, walks and attractions, its location means it is the perfect choice for an easy weekend getaway, or longer holiday with family or friends.

There are plenty of accommodation choices at Discovery Parks – Geelong. If you are embarking on a Great Ocean Road roadtrip with the caravan or motorhome, there are plenty of cites available including grassed sites, gravel sites and paved sites. There are also unpowered sites for the tent and a number of ensuite sites for added convenience.

If you have arrived looking for cabin accommodation there is a huge choice of options. It doesn’t matter whether you’ve arrived as a couple looking for a cosy weekend away, or you’ve brought the whole family, there will be a cabin to suit. Choose the Deluxe or Superior Family Cabin, both of which sleep 6 people and benefit from large kitchens, private bathrooms and bunk beds for the kids. Or opt for a bit of extra luxury and book a Spa Cabin so you can really relax at the end of the day in the built-in spa bath. There are even accessible cabins available, so that every kind of visitor is catered for.

After you’ve settled into your accommodation, the kids can go and play on the playground and you can grab a coffee at the onsite café. Or you can prepare a meal on the camp kitchen or one of the onsite BBQs available for all guests. No matter the weather, everyone can enjoy the magna-mineral pool which is indoors and heated, so is comfortable even on the coldest days. And if you’ve got work to do even while you’re away, there are conference facilities available onsite.

While in Geelong, you’ve got the whole city to explore with plenty of shops, restaurants and galleries to visit. Head out on the Geelong Waterfront Bollard Trail to meet some of the quirky local characters rendered as fabulous wooden bollards. Or take the kids to the nearby Fairy Park for a little bit of magic, or the amazing Geelong Adventure Theme Park with go-karts, paddleboats and waterslides for the whole family to enjoy.

You can also head out in the car along the Great Ocean Road to enjoy some of the spectacular coastal scenery along this iconic stretch. It doesn’t matter whether you head out for an hour or a day, there’ll be plenty to see and more photo opportunities than you could imagine.