Top stays for you and your dog

It's not quite a holiday without your beloved pet along for the ride. And there are a range of dog-friendly places that every member of the family can enjoy.

To get you on your way, we’ve crafted a comprehensive list of pet-friendly stays in Geelong and The Bellarine guaranteed to get those tails wagging.

Pet-friendly stays in Geelong

Just a short walk away to some of Geelong’s most popular attractions–including dog-friendly Eastern Beach–Oaks R Suites Geelong is the perfect spot to kick back and enjoy sprawling city views. For pet-friendly digs, book the One Bedroom Bellerine Street Apartment which offers a separate street entrance, full kitchen and living area, ensuite bathroom, King bed, and daily housekeeping.

For premium apartment style accommodation in the heart of the CBD, check into Quest Geelong Central. Just a short distance away from the cultural and dining precinct and scenic dog-friendly walks along the waterfront, this newer property offers a mix of studios, one, two, and three-bedroom apartments perfect for short and long stays. Pet-friendly rooms available upon request only and additional charges apply, so make sure you give the friendly team a call to secure your stay.

Just an hour’s drive from Melbourne and minutes away from Geelong, Tasman Holiday Parks Geelong welcomes small dogs outside of the peak season. Onsite amenities include a pool, kids playground, TV and games room, wi-fi, and laundry facilities.

Located just 10 minutes drive from Geelong CBD and just a short drive away from world-class surf beaches, Geelong Surf Coast Highway Holiday Park welcomes four legged friends along with their two legged owners with a booking of their Ensuite Powered Sites. Guests can enjoy amenities such as a tv room, games room, indoor camp kitchen and sheltered BBQ area.

Best dog-friendly beaches

Hitting the coast with your pup? These are the best dog-friendly beaches to visit on The Bellarine.

Pet-friendly stays on The Bellarine

Perfectly positioned across from the beach, the multi award-winning Big4 Ingenia Holidays Queenscliff Beacon is a popular holiday destination for families, couples, and groups. If you’re bringing your pup, make sure you book the 3 Bedroom Queenscliff Cabin, which accommodates up to 8 guests and offers a queen bed in the main bedroom with overhead bunks in the second and third rooms. Enjoy a private bathroom, fully equipped kitchen, and private deck. A pet fee of $15 per night applies. Make sure you BYO bedding for the dog.

For those seeking space, serenity, and a touch of country luxury with their furry friends, check in to Kilmoyla Farm Stay, a boutique 5-bedroom property just a stone’s throw from the Bellarine Peninsula. By day, you’ll enjoy slow walks with farm views and sweeping views over Reedy Lake, and by night you can cozy up by a roaring fire or enjoy a soak in the outdoor spa beneath a canopy of stars.

If a seaside sojourn is what you’re after then take a look at Seaview House in the heart of Queenscliff. This beautifully refurbished historical property offers 15 rooms, each with a private ensuite. Enjoy a fully equipped commercial kitchen, a secure courtyard where your puppy pal can breathe in the fresh sea air, table tennis and laundry facilities. An additional fee for pets applies, so make sure you give the team a call when booking.

Furry friends rejoice! Swan Bay Holiday Park offers year round pet-friendly accommodation as well as a large off-leash area where your puppy pal can run free. There are two pools on-site, a driving range, tennis/pickle ball court, basketball court. Keen to check in? Choose from either a 3-bedroom deluxe villa or a powered site if you plan on bringing the furry fam.

The latest dog-friendly stay on The Bellarine, and one that's a little bit fancier. This restored 1888 heritage hotel in Queenscliff boasts 12 boutique rooms, with one perfect for you and your pup. Stay in the pet-friendly Casuarina Suite at The Queenscliff Hotel, complete with their own bed, towel, dog bowls and tasty treats. Dogs can dine in The Conservatory courtyard onsite and there's complementary dog wash station to use after visiting the beach.

Ingenia Holidays BIG4 Queenscliff Beacon, Queenscliff

Unleash and unwind

With a solid list of where to stay, next up is the pooch-friendly activities. From beaches and cafes to dog-friendly trails, there's plenty of activities to fill out your holiday. Pup included.

Read on here for some ideas on things to see and do with your dog in tow.