Stay at Geelong
Whether you're visiting for work, study, a placement, a conference, a sporting event or a group trip, Deakin offers affordable short stay accommodation across two convenient Geelong locations. With private bedrooms, fully equipped shared living spaces, free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and 24/7 support, you'll have everything you need for a comfortable and convenient stay. Based on the content of both existing pages
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Why stay with us?
Two convenient locations across Geelong
Affordable accommodation for students, staff, professionals and groups
Private bedrooms with shared living and kitchen facilities
Free Wi-Fi and laundry facilities
24/7 reception, security and secure building access
Easy access to public transport
Flexible options for short stays, placements and group bookings
Close to Deakin campuses, local attractions and key event venues
Choose your location
Geelong Waterfront
Stay in the heart of Geelong with easy access to the CBD, waterfront precinct, restaurants, public transport and Deakin's Waterfront Campus. Ideal for placement students, business travellers and visitors wanting to experience everything the city has to offer.
Geelong Waurn Ponds
Enjoy a relaxed campus environment close to Deakin's Waurn Ponds Campus, elite sporting facilities, conference centres and the Great Ocean Road. Perfect for student groups, sporting teams, conferences and visitors seeking convenient access to the region.
Types of Stays
Students, Staff and Groups
We enjoy welcoming Deakin staff, students and groups who need a few nights accommodation to support their learning, work arrangements or group needs. If you would like to stay less than 30 days please enquire via the link below.
Students on Placement
Regardless of which university you attend if you are completing a work placement as part of your course you are welcome to stay with us. Our on campus apartments and units are conveniently located and a great place to base yourself during your placement as you also gain access to our free laundries and 24/7 security. To apply please register via the link below and choose the students on placement option once you have registered.
Temporary Workers
We enjoy welcoming Deakin staff and travelling professionals who require more than 30 days. For longer stays please register via the link below and choose the temporary worker option once you have registered.
Our apartments
Private bedroom with shared living
Enjoy the comfort of your own private bedroom within a shared apartment. Rooms are equipped with a king single bed, desk, chair and wardrobe, making them ideal for short stays, placements, business travel and group visits.
Apartments feature shared bathrooms with separate toilets, a fully equipped kitchen, dining and living area, free Wi-Fi and complimentary laundry facilities. Air conditioning is available in communal areas of most apartment styles.
Suitable for Deakin students and staff, placement students, travelling professionals and group bookings.
Group Accommodation
Travelling with a team, school group or conference group? We offer a range of multi-bedroom apartment configurations designed to accommodate groups of varying sizes.
Each guest enjoys a private bedroom, while sharing spacious communal living, dining and kitchen facilities. Group accommodation provides an affordable, convenient and comfortable option for sporting clubs, educational groups, conference delegates and other organised groups.
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Our 2026/2027 accommodation rates
Private bedroom with shared living: from $76 per night at Waurn Ponds and $85 per night Waterfront.
Discounted rates are available to Deakin staff and students along with placement students booking longer stays. Contact us to find out more.
We have everything you need
24 hour reception
Our Reception team is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to assist
Secure access
Security is our top priority with all guests provided their own individual FOB to access buildings and your private room
Security
Our staff and dedicated security officers patrol our precinct 24 hours a day
Pack light
Pack your suitcase with the essentials and let us take care of the rest. Linen, towel and bath mat are included in our rooms.
Cooking Facilities
Whether it is a group cooking night, or a quite night in, all apartments and units have a fully equipped kitchen with basic cooking items.
Free Laundry
Our laundries are open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, just bring your own detergent!
Transport
Bus stops are only a few minutes walk from each precinct and V-line Train is walking distance from our Waterfront Campus.
Car Park
Not far from the doors, parking is available if bringing your own car. Just don’t forget to organise your ticket!
Explore
Depending on which location you choose ou will either be located right near Deakin's Waterfront Campus or moments from Geelong's iconic beaches.
Other information
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